Gary Player is one of the most successful and impressive leaders that the author has met. He chose Player as the most outstanding leader because of Player's ambition, strive for success in designing over 300 golf courses, and strength/motivation at age 75 when he still does 1,000 exercises daily. The author tries to work like Player by motivating people, working hard at any age, and maintaining health/fitness. What makes Player different is his outstanding strength and health for his age, focus on diet, and involvement with younger generations in his sport.