Be A Pro - Larry Fitzgerald

 How to Be A Professional

We can be a Pro in our own everyday lives.  The great Larry Fitzgerald of the Arizona Cardinals is a tremendous example for all us.  What did Larry do that we all can emulate?  He showed up every day ready to work, to improve, to better himself, and to honor and hone his craft of professional football. 

Larry spent his entire career playing for a mediocre Cardinals team, appeared in few if any playoff games, and never went to a Superbowl throughout his long career.  But what he did do is respect and honor the gifts and talents he was blessed with and continually strived to be the best player he could be both on an off the field.  He was the consummate teammate, leader, an outstanding member of the community and contributed to the team both on and off the field. 

Simply stated he was a Pro. He was passionate.

He put on his uniform every day just like many of us do and went to work. He didn't half-step, call out, or mail it in.  He showed up and showed out. And played like a champion even when the team did not. 

He didn't win Superbowls or Championships but he became a Hall-of-Famer playing on average and underperforming teams.  He excelled even when the team did not.  He was a beacon of greatness in a sea of mediocrity.  He put in the work, was dedicated, and cared about his performance and his legacy.

We can do the same.  Whatever our daily work or profession we can be professionals.  We can work hard, improve ourselves, be passionate, and strive to do and be our best regardless of the challenging circumstances we face.

We can be Hall-of-Famers in our right and leave a legacy of accomplishment, achievement, and greatness. 

Larry Fitzgerald had a long and distinguished playing career and by most accounts he is even a better human being. He earned his success and the rewards followed.  The lesson applies to us as well.  When we work hard, are good teammates, and do the right thing, the rewards will surely follow.

Be a Pro.

With Love,

Coach K