DEC 09
2017
2017
Five Lessons onLeadership
By George Gately
As CEO of a small, nonprofit corporation, my avocation as a
soccer referee has been an adventure in learning. What began as a way to get
exercise and earn extra dollars has been a virtual advanced degree in human
relations. From Saturday afternoons to Monday mornings, a bridge was
constructed that benefited every area of my life. Lessons on the exercise of
authority, handling mistakes, teamwork, human nature and life‑goals have been
the unanticipated perquisites of refereeing.
