NFL star Ndamukong Suh took to Twitter recently to explain why his tenure with the Miami Dolphins didn’t work out.
In 2015, Suh signed a massive six-year contract with the Dolphins. However, he would only remain on the team for three years before the two sides parted ways.
Though Suh has been known as something of a villain during his NFL career, he came off as a thoughtful and mature individual as he broke down what he learned about himself during his time with the team.
EQ is one of the most important traits I look for in people.
But for many, it's seen as less valuable than IQ.
This is not true.
Here's the story of how I learned the importance of EQ, the hard way in Miami 👇
— Ndamukong Suh (@NdamukongSuh) June 28, 2021
For a long time in my career, I was always just saying what I wanted to say.
Never thinking about how I delivered the message.
Everything changed when I got to Miami 🌴
— Ndamukong Suh (@NdamukongSuh) June 28, 2021
Suh specifically touched on how his blunt attitude and locker-room presence pushed teammates away and created a divide within the team.
He went on to explain how a coaching change altered his attitude. When Suh was no longer being heard in the way he once was, it caused him to become more self-aware and pay more attention to the way he interacted with others.
Then along came our new coach.
I disagreed with everything he wanted to do.
But…nothing I said was being heard. I couldn't get the support I wanted.
I realized it was because I had 0 tact.
If you're not careful about how you do things, you end up being the bad guy.
— Ndamukong Suh (@NdamukongSuh) June 28, 2021
It was a total 180.
There was less arguing & more agreements.
I turned my influence on the team into impact.
But most importantly, I felt better about myself and my mood improved.
— Ndamukong Suh (@NdamukongSuh) June 28, 2021
Suh seems very appreciative of the personal growth that he was able to accomplish as a result of his stint with the Dolphins.
TAKEAWAYS:
👂 Listening > talking (we have 2 ears, 1 mouth)
👀 Observe other's reactions to you closely
📈 Asses yourself and be self aware, always improve
🧠Think before speaking (esp. in disagreements)I promise you'll see way better outcomes in your relationships.
— Ndamukong Suh (@NdamukongSuh) June 28, 2021
Thanks Miami!
— Ndamukong Suh (@NdamukongSuh) June 28, 2021
The 34-year-old is coming off of a Super Bowl win with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The championship is the latest achievement in his decorated career. He is a five-time Pro Bowler and is often regarded as one of the better defensive players of his era.