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November 20, 2007
Bo Schembechler, HLLD'05, and John U. Bacon, '86, MA'94
Bo's Lasting Lessons: The Legendary Coach Teaches the Timeless Fundamentals of Leadership, Warner Business Books, 2007.
The book: During his tenure with the Wolverines, Bo Schembechler was the winningest football coach in the U-M's history. But if you asked him, his most important achievement was the positive impact he had on the hundreds of athletes he coached. In this book, you'll hear Schembechler's distinctive voice as he shares the principles he used to create a football dynasty. And he'll tell you how you can apply his insights to any leadership role. Schembechler completed work on this leadership book just days before he died. His legacy lives on through this leadership guide.
The author: Bo Schembechler led the Michigan football team from 1968 to 1989. Upon his retirement, Schembechler ranked as the winningest coach not only in Michigan history, but also in the nation. Under his leadership, he guided 17 teams to post-season bowl games, including 10 Rose Bowls, and another 17 to top 10 finishes in the final wire service polls. In addition to his coaching responsibilities, Schembechler served as Michigan's athletic director from 1988 to 1990.
John U. Bacon has written for TIME, the New York Times and Sports Illustrated, among others, earning national honors. The author of five books on business and sports, he also teaches at the U-M, gives speeches, provides weekly commentary on Michigan Public Radio and hosts a Sunday program on WTKA.
Web site: http://www.johnubacon.com
Posted by tobiaslw at November 20, 2007 11:54 AM