In our everyday life we face the issues of competition, teamwork, and leadership. Sport is a field where the competition is the core of the whole activity, and the quality of the teamwork defines the whole result. In terms of management principles, sport is about the individuals putting common effort into reaching the result and showing the effect of synergy. That is why the phenomenon of leadership is so important while discussing sport.
The history of Peyton Manning’s success started at his sports school, where he showed amazing statistics in football. Since his first steps in football, Peyton was a very promising player. At the end of his education, Manning received the Sullivan award, which is given for both achievements in sports and personal characteristics. In addition to his success in football, his character and temper are the issues which make him an outstanding personality (Peyton Manning Biography).
A sport psychologist Gregg Steinberg considers Peyton Manning an exemplary leader in sports. Besides his achievements in the game, he has singled out certain features of Manning as a team player. First of all, Manning is credible. Having been performing on such a high level for a long time, the player has made his teammates confident in him: it is possible to rely on him, as he will always “push the matter through” in some tight situation. At the same time, Peyton has shown his reliability not only in the game, but during all his life. As Steinberg says, Manning “always walks the talk” (Steinberg).
Manning’s style is an issue for admiration for numerous followers and fans. Peyton is considered to be a second coach on the field, able to cope with any situation and react immediately on any challenge. He is a good strategist, able to wait for a favorable opportunity and then to act elaborately (Cruz). This all makes him a real leader in sport.
In addition, Manning has proved to be a good leader in his everyday life. He has always been a good example for his brother, Eli. He inspired a younger brother and contributed much to his self-realization in sport. It was a fascinating sight when in 2006 two brothers “dueled” on the field. After Eli managed to throw two touchdown passes against his brother’s defense, Peyton said, he was proud of him. And, no doubt, at that moment the whole nation was proud of the both brothers.
Manning has proved to be a good family man. His long-time relations with his girlfriend were crowned with the marriage; today the couple maintains close relations to their relatives.
However, Manning’s integrity has overgrown the limits of his family life. He has contributed much to solving the social problems. He established the PeyBack Foundation aimed at supporting educational institutions and youth programs. He participates in numerous charity projects for the underprivileged children. Manning contributed to supporting young football players (Peyton Manning Biography). To look forward, in the future – that is a feature of a real leader. Manning has proved to be not indifferent to the problems of the community around him.
The personal features of famous people have been always in the limelight. The actions and behavior of historical figures have remained in the annals of history; we still read the descriptions of their lives and admire their exploits or outstanding achievements. Nowadays the flows of information circulate within the society rather swiftly owing to the Internet and mass media. We have the opportunity to observe everyday life of modern famous people.
In every community, leaders are more than just famous successful professionals. They become a pride of the community, acquire followers and set an example to them. Manning has presented the whole nation with numerous moments of happiness and pride, and also improved the destinies of thousands of his compatriots. No doubt, it is extremely important for a celebrity to be an example in all senses.
Bibliography
Steinberg, Gregg. “Leadership and Peyton Manning”. Dr Gregg Sports Psychologist. Web.
Peyton Manning Biography. Academy of Achievement. Web.
Cruz, Rolando. “Who is a better quarterback: Peyton Manning or Tom Brady?” Helium. Web.