India’s Independence
Day became occasion for its adored son to liberate himself from international
cricket. Mahendra Singh Dhoni walks away with an outstanding performance as a leader
who won hearts due to his inspirational leadership.
Mahi (as he is
lovingly called) is considered an ‘effective’ finisher in crunch conditions.
This quality made him a highly effective leader. In pressure cooker situations,
Mahi would remain as calm as light air and show the way to his team.
This is perhaps the
greatest leadership lesson to learn from Mahi… to hold head… to be in control
of emotions… to soothe nerves of colleagues by displaying a calm demeanour… to
have an uncluttered mind that is focussed on the finish line…
Mahi has many
admirable attributes as a leader and as a player. But his ability to seem and
stay calm was truly outstanding. He would not be overtly distressed in defeat
nor did he go over the top after victory. He never lost focus of the larger
picture. MSD was Captain Cool!
This attitude helps
take rational decisions. It aids the control of emotions and helps cope with
challenges in a better manner. It is about choosing to respond calmly instead
of rushing to react. Surely the Mahi way is the best practice to embrace!
Hold your cool, every tough day
It is great to walk the Mahi way!
~ Pravin K. Sabnis
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