Reading rank 398
The Lombardi Rules
, subject: Vince Lombardi and commitment, 2002
Commitment means choosing which options to give up.
15
Coverage Score
2
Scored evidence
About the book
The Lombardi Rules examines the coach's words and methods, with lessons on commitment, sacrifice, preparation, and the fundamentals of leadership.
Why read it
Best if you are choosing a demanding pursuit and want a sharper test of what you are willing to give up for it.
Key themes
- Cut away the alternatives
- Make the choice concrete
Evidence and original sources
Source: official Founders episode — #357
This record is supported by 2 public evidence rows linked to original Founders episodes.
- Haruki Murakami — David uses rule six from The Lombardi Rules to explain commitment: making a decision means cutting away other options. He connects that lesson to Murakami's commitment to writing and running.