From Fortune Media Group Holdings:

College football’s modern legend, Nick Saban, retires, concluding a career of national championships and undefeated seasons. A fan of efficiency and detail, he maintains results with a structured regime and a personalized lunch. Saban’s recruits and approaches are admired, even mirrored, especially by fellow coach Bill Belichick.

Saban’s respect for the process developed over a 40-year career. The CEO-like leader executes his professional expectations and results with a unique focus on operation excellence. He closely manages, setting clear expectations for his team and micromanages, while maintaining faith in his staff’s and team’s abilities.



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