Coaching Culture

A new perspective on politics … in Coaching. Carl Pierson wrote the book, The Politics of Coaching. In this first part of the conversation, JP and Nate visit with Carl about eternally troubling topics like picking teams, playing time, powerful parents, booster clubs, and so many other issues that today’s youth and high school coaches have to contend with. √ Relationships and Communication √ Preemptive Framing √ Label the crazy parent before they label you Book found at: https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Coaching-Carl-Pierson-ebook/dp/B005BTR7QK Get Your Copy of JP's Newest Book, The Culture System, now at: myculturesystem.com Become Part of Our Mentorship Program (Click here tocculture.com for more information). Do You Still Have Questions About our Mentorship Program? Schedule a Call with J.P. or Nate and They Will be Happy to Answer Them for You (thriveonchallenge.com/schedule-a-call/) Get the Podcast Notes and Subscribe to Our Weekly Newsletter https://www.tocculture.com/newsletter Check Out Online Courses at https://thriveonchallenge.com/#courses

If you have interviewed for a high school coaching position, you are guaranteed to be asked “What do you do to support the multiple sport athlete?” Research shows that there are many benefits for players to play multiple sports. However, for coaches that share athletes with other sports, the challenges can be great. In this episode, JP and Nate discuss ways to thrive in this role. √ Is optional offseason really optional? √ Suppose this is my son or daughter √ Focus on How instead of How Often Get Your Copy of JP's Newest Book, The Culture System, now at: myculturesystem.com Become Part of Our Mentorship Program (Click here tocculture.com for more information). Do You Still Have Questions About our Mentorship Program? Schedule a Call with J.P. or Nate and They Will be Happy to Answer Them for You (thriveonchallenge.com/schedule-a-call/) Get the Podcast Notes and Subscribe to Our Weekly Newsletter https://www.tocculture.com/newsletter Check Out Online Courses at https://thriveonchallenge.com/#courses

Cody Royle is a father of 3 kids, a husband, and an Aussie Rules Football Coach who began in Australia - now coaching Aussie Rules in Canada. He is the author of two books - Where Others Won’t and The Tough Stuff. He also works with coaches as a mentor coach. In this 2nd part of our conversation, JP and Nate dive into many relevant challenges that Head Coaches face that are presented in Cody’s most recent book. √ The God Particle defined √ You’re not a coach (you’re more than that) √ Every word counts √ Tactics don’t really matter Get Your Copy of JP's Newest Book, The Culture System, now at: myculturesystem.com Become Part of Our Mentorship Program (Click here tocculture.com for more information). Do You Still Have Questions About our Mentorship Program? Schedule a Call with J.P. or Nate and They Will be Happy to Answer Them for You (thriveonchallenge.com/schedule-a-call/) Get the Podcast Notes and Subscribe to Our Weekly Newsletter buff.ly/2KlPrsg Check Out Online Courses at https://thriveonchallenge.com/#courses

Cody Royle is a father of 3 kids, a husband, and an Aussie Rules Football Coach who began in Australia - now coaching Aussie Rules in Canada. He is the author of two books - Where Others Won’t and The Tough Stuff. He also works with coaches as a mentor coach. In this episode, JP and Nate dive into many relevant challenges that Head Coaches face that are presented in Cody’s most recent book. √ Coachability applies to coaches and players √ Improving awareness to identify positive or negative behavior √ The Seven Hard Truths Get Your Copy of JP's Newest Book, The Culture System, now at: myculturesystem.com Become Part of Our Mentorship Program (Click here tocculture.com for more information). Do You Still Have Questions About our Mentorship Program? Schedule a Call with J.P. or Nate and They Will be Happy to Answer Them for You (thriveonchallenge.com/schedule-a-call/) Get the Podcast Notes and Subscribe to Our Weekly Newsletter buff.ly/2KlPrsg Check Out Online Courses at https://thriveonchallenge.com/#courses

As coaches, should our words and instructions differ from that being yelled from the bleachers by fans or parents? Are we telling players what to do or teaching them how to do it? Join JP and Nate as they discuss strategies to improve coaching methods. √ You haven’t taught until they’ve learned √ Become better teachers, not better tellers √ Opportunity cost of implementing this over that  √ Practice seminars or segments Get Your Copy of JP's Newest Book, The Culture System, now at: myculturesystem.com Become Part of Our Mentorship Program (Click here tocculture.com for more information). Do You Still Have Questions About our Mentorship Program? Schedule a Call with J.P. or Nate and They Will be Happy to Answer Them for You (thriveonchallenge.com/schedule-a-call/) Get the Podcast Notes and Subscribe to Our Weekly Newsletter buff.ly/2KlPrsg Check Out Online Courses at https://thriveonchallenge.com/#courses

We're joined by Dr. Jerry Lynch, author of books like Win the Day and Everyday Champion Wisdom, and mentor to coaches like Steve Kerr, Anson Dorrance, and Phil Jackson. Jerry shares some timeless leadership wisdom for challenging times. √ Feelings drive function √ Heart is the spiritual component of competing  √ Spirituality is a way of being √ Commonalities in championship coaches Website: https://www.wayofchampions.com/ Get Your Copy of JP's Newest Book, The Culture System, now at: myculturesystem.com Become Part of Our Mentorship Program (Click here tocculture.com for more information). Do You Still Have Questions About our Mentorship Program? Schedule a Call with J.P. or Nate and They Will be Happy to Answer Them for You (thriveonchallenge.com/schedule-a-call/) Get the Podcast Notes and Subscribe to Our Weekly Newsletter buff.ly/2KlPrsg Check Out Online Courses at https://thriveonchallenge.com/#courses

In this second part of our conversation, JP and Nate discuss the challenges of operating with empathy while holding players accountable. The ultimate goal is to help players develop resiliency while upholding the standards of the program. We share a few additional strategies for walking the tightrope between empathy and accountability. √ Blame has an inverse relationship to accountability  √ Accountability starts with self-accountability √ Effectively manage stress to build resilience Get Your Copy of JP's Newest Book, The Culture System, now at: myculturesystem.com Become Part of Our Mentorship Program (Click here tocculture.com for more information). Do You Still Have Questions About our Mentorship Program? Schedule a Call with J.P. or Nate and They Will be Happy to Answer Them for You (thriveonchallenge.com/schedule-a-call/) Get the Podcast Notes and Subscribe to Our Weekly Newsletter buff.ly/2KlPrsg Check Out Online Courses at https://thriveonchallenge.com/#courses

Successful leadership requires us to be effective at extending empathy AND maintaining accountability. Finding the right balance is not easy. JP and Nate discuss the challenges of operating with empathy while holding players accountable. The ultimate goal is to connect with players while safeguarding your standards. In the first half of our conversation we focus on what happens when empathy lacks and how to relate to our athletes' circumstances without compromising our standards. √ Accountability without empathy leads to resentment √ Empathy without accountability undermines resiliency √ Seek to relate without relinquishing standards Get Your Copy of JP's Newest Book, The Culture System, now at: myculturesystem.com Become Part of Our Mentorship Program (Click here tocculture.com for more information). Do You Still Have Questions About our Mentorship Program? Schedule a Call with J.P. or Nate and They Will be Happy to Answer Them for You (thriveonchallenge.com/schedule-a-call/) Get the Podcast Notes and Subscribe to Our Weekly Newsletter buff.ly/2KlPrsg Check Out Online Courses at https://thriveonchallenge.com/#courses

Over the last year, TOC Culture Consulting has worked with HONE Athletics to gather data on the culture and mental health of the coaches teams we support. We talk with Psychotherapist and Co-Founder of HONE Jessica Renney about a new and NEEDED approach to Mental Health. √ Using data to promote mental health within team  √ Addressing the #1 stressor in sports  √ The changes we need to make in sports   √ Changing the narrative on mental health in sports Our guest's contact information - HONE Athletics | Website: https://honeathletics.com/ | Twitter: @HoneAthletics Get Your Copy of JP's Newest Book, The Culture System, now at: myculturesystem.com Become Part of Our Mentorship Program (Click here tocculture.com for more information). Do You Still Have Questions About our Mentorship Program? Schedule a Call with J.P. or Nate and They Will be Happy to Answer Them for You (thriveonchallenge.com/schedule-a-call/) Get the Podcast Notes and Subscribe to Our Weekly Newsletter buff.ly/2KlPrsg Check Out Online Courses at https://thriveonchallenge.com/#courses

Over the last year, TOC Culture Consulting has worked with HONE Athletics to gather data on the culture and mental health of the coaches teams we support. We talk with Psychotherapist and Co-Founder of HONE Jessica Renney about a new and NEEDED approach to Mental Health. √ Research based approaches to mental health   √ Common stressors for athletes  √ #1 way coaches can help  √ Practical and proven interventions Our guest's contact information - HONE Athletics | Website: https://honeathletics.com/ | Twitter: @HoneAthletics Get Your Copy of JP's Newest Book, The Culture System, now at: myculturesystem.com Become Part of Our Mentorship Program (Click here tocculture.com for more information). Do You Still Have Questions About our Mentorship Program? Schedule a Call with J.P. or Nate and They Will be Happy to Answer Them for You (thriveonchallenge.com/schedule-a-call/) Get the Podcast Notes and Subscribe to Our Weekly Newsletter buff.ly/2KlPrsg Check Out Online Courses at https://thriveonchallenge.com/#courses