The foundation of leadership, according to former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni, is gaining the players’ respect and allegiance through deeds. Dhoni is well-known for his man-management and leadership abilities. At a Single.ID-hosted event, the batsman-wicketkeeper emphasized the value of setting an example.
The Indian cricket team had incredible success under his leadership, winning two World Cups, a Champions Trophy, and rising to the top of the ICC Test rankings. Dhoni’s observations highlight the significant influence of his leadership style, which promoted a spirit of excellence and unity among the squad members. His remarks emphasized the idea that, when it comes to leadership in a variety of sectors, deeds speak louder than words.
“The respect component plays a major role in loyalty. It is hard to win the players’ or support staff’s allegiance when you talk about the dressing room unless they respect you. In reality, it is more about what you are doing than what you are saying. According to Dhoni, even if you don’t say anything, your actions can earn you respect, according to News18.
“As a leader, I have always believed that respect must be earned because it is not a given to have a position or title. It is a result of your behavior. Sometimes people feel insecure. Sometimes, you are the first one to doubt your own abilities, even if the rest of the team does. In summary, earn respect instead of trying to command it since it comes naturally. The performance will follow after you have that loyalty, he continued.
In a sweet gesture, MS Dhoni supports his boyhood friend’s sports store.
Captain Cool was observed practicing in the nets ahead of the 2024 Indian Premier League season. He was using a bat with a unique sticker on it. ‘Prime Sports’ was the name on the 42-year-old bat that followers noticed was a reference to his childhood friend Paramjit Singh. Dhoni supported his friend’s sports store with this unusual gesture.
This is a photo of MS Dhoni making a friend-facing gesture:
MS Dhoni with the ‘Prime Sports’ sticker bat. It is owned by his friend.
MS thanking him for all his help during the early stage of his career. pic.twitter.com/sYtcGE6Qal
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