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Author:
Dungy, Tony.
Title:
Quiet strength [Porta Book] / by Tony Dungy with Nathan Whitaker.
Format:
[Porta Book] /
Edition:
Unabridged ed.
Publisher:
manufactured by Findaway WorldLLC,
Copyright Date:
released 2008, c2008
Description:
1 sound media player (10 hr.) : digital ; 3 3/8 x 2 1/8 in.
Subject:
Dungy, Tony.
Spiritual biography.
African American football coaches--Religion.
African American football coaches--Biography.
Christian life.
Playaway.
Other Authors:
Whitaker, Nathan.
Fernandez, Peter Jay.
Recorded Books, Inc.
Findaway World, LLC.
Notes:
Title from container. Digital audio device (DAD) format. Issued on Playaway, a dedicated audio media player. Requires earbuds and 1 AAA battery for use. Release date supplied by publisher. Narrated by Peter Jay Fernandez.
Contents:
Tampa rain -- Growing up a Dungy -- A Black quarterback -- Putting God first -- Leading to Lauren -- Learning to lead -- An unlikely opening -- Building the faculty -- Do what we do -- Filling the corners -- Defining success -- Hurricanes and tornados -- Tampa 2 and open hearts -- Walking the plank -- A soft landing -- A birthday blessing -- Death by inches -- An unforgettable season -- Staying the course -- Race to the Super Bowl.
Summary:
When Tony Dungy led the Indianapolis Colts to victory in Super Bowl XLI--and made history as the first African American coach to win the big game--millions of people, amazed by the success of his quiet, authoritative leadership style, wondered: how does he get it done? Dungy reveals the secrets to his success--principles, practices, and priorities that have kept him on track despite overwhelming personal and professional obstacles, including firings, stereotypes, and the tragic loss of a child.
ISBN:
1436102502
9781436102506
Locations:
S1PD771 -- Johnston Public Library (Johnston)
AXPF626 -- Oskaloosa Public Library (Oskaloosa)

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