by
Amrut Desai , former Managing Director & Country Manager India & SriLanka , Hohenstein India Pvt Ltd-fully owned by Hohenstein Institute GmbH Germany
Dear Salah
an athlete and a sports persons in general have trained themselves physically and mentally to be strong so that they are able to compete. The personality traits that sports persons have are the very same traits that are also required for a a person to be successful in life. some of the traits are
Integrity
consistency
courage
commonsense
discipline
respect for rules of the game
fair play
humble
realistic
will to undergo required training
healthy habits
perseverance
tough
team spirited
will to succeed and strong enough to accept failures
focused
endurance
clarity of purpose
Even a person to excel professionally has to develop and practice the above characteristics. An athlete or sports persons in general have the ability to succeed professionally as well. Because he or she:1. Plays the game for the game’s sake.2. Plays for his side and not for himself.3. Is a good winner and a good loser, ie modest in victory and generous in defeat.4. Accepts all decisions in a proper spirit.5. Is chivalrous towards a defeated opponent.6. Is unselfish and always ready to help others to become proficient.7. As a spectator, applauds good play on both sides.8. Never interferes with referees or judges, no matter what the
decision.
Yes because a sportsman has more temperament than others. He can handle situations better than others and this results in addition of value to your professional success.
Sports teaches us discipline and being consistent. When you fail you find it within yourself the will to try till you succeed. That principle when applied in work environment means when faced with a problem you persist till you find a solution. Also discipline means your honour other people and your time.
