Coaching Culture

Stress affects all of us in some capacity. Dr. Kelly McGonigal’s book, The Upside of Stress , talks about how stress can work for us and not against us with the right mindset. Kelly is a former professor at Stanford University and the author of three books. Listen in as JP and Nate visit with her during the 1st half of a 2-part conversation. √ Accept stress and perform better √ Our mindset makes a...

Comfort is not the answer. It is discomfort. In his book, The Comfort Crisis , Michael Easter discusses that our sheltered, sterile, temperature-controlled, overfed, underchallenged, lives are the leading cause of many of our most urgent physical and mental health issues. Since reading Easter’s book, JP has pursued discomfort - which led him to running 120 miles across Ireland in under 40 hours in...

Back from Episodes 120 & 121, Lynn Kachmarik is on the Podcast again. JP and Nate flew to Portland to visit with and be trained by Lynn. In this conversation, we discuss how to stop focusing on the ‘doing’ and start focusing on the ‘being.’ This 34 minutes is packed with information on Mental Wellness, Emotional Intelligence, and growing Relationships. √ “Name it, Tame it, Aim It” √ Feelings a...

"Progress is acknowledging where you are and where you want to be without allowing the space between the two to cause you mental tension... Having goals without attachments produces faster results." This quote from  Clarity and Connection by Yung Pueblo speaks about a present-moment-mindset. Join JP and Nate as they discuss the challenge that expectations bring and how to set them to wor...

A new perspective on politics … in Coaching. Carl Pierson wrote the book, The Politics of Coaching over ten years ago. In this 2nd part of the conversation, JP and Nate continue visiting with Carl about eternally troubling topics like picking teams, better explaining player roles, playing time, powerful parents, and many other issues that today’s youth and high school coaches have to contend with....

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 √ Preem...

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 of...

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 mo...

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. √ Coac...

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  √ P...

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:...

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  √...

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 empa...

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 ma...

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  √ Prac...

JP releases his book, The Culture System. This is a glimpse at the Secrets of Successful Team Cultures. √ The Messiah Dominance & Difference √ A Culture of High Standards and Strong Relationships √ The Power of a Systematic Approach √ The Culture System Get Your Copy of JP's Newest Book, The Culture System, now at: myculturesystem.com Become Part of Our Mentorship Program (Click here toccultur...

Nate and JP discuss the pursuit of greatness in athletics and what it is costing our athletes, coaches, and their families. √ Measuring the Cost of Greatness  √ Promoting Balance within Athletes  √ What are we willing to give to our sport?   √ An Alternative Approach Get Your Copy of JP's Newest Book The Culture System this Week : myculturesystem.com Become Part of Our Mentorship Pr...

JP & Nate continue their conversation with New York Times best-selling author Daniel Coyle. This week we discuss how to get more honest feedback from your coaches and players, the difference between task and relational conflict, and how to create a tapestry of meaningful signals to reinforce your program’s purpose. √  “You’re going to ask for help…” √  How to get more honest feedback...

We sit down with Daniel Coyle, the NY Times Best Selling Author of The Culture Code and The Talent Code. √ Culture Starts with Connection √ The Secret Quality of All Great Leaders √ The Mistake People Make in Vulnerability Our guest's contact information: Twitter: @DanielCoyle | Website: danielcoyle.com Become Part of Our Mentorship Program (Click here tocculture.com for more information). Do You...

Leaving one school for another is rarely an easy decision.  JP & Nate share their thoughts on evaluating job opportunities, as well as insights gleaned from their own experiences.  This episode is for anyone who has ever wrestled with the question, “Should I stay, or should I go?” √ Conditions for change: Why do people leave? √ DO YOUR HOMEWORK! √ What are you chasing and why? Become...

Billy Armstrong is the Head Basketball Coach of Bergen Catholic High School, one of the top high school programs in America. √ Knowing Yourself as a Coach √ Tackling Adversity Together with Your Team √ Agreed Upon Interventions with Players √ Holding Your Team Accountable Become Part of Our Mentorship Program (Click here tocculture.com for more information). Do You Still Have Questions About our M...

Billy Armstrong is the Head Basketball Coach of Bergen Catholic High School, one of the top high school programs in America. √ Preparing Your Players for the Next Steps in Life √ Building a Nationally Ranked Program √ Overcoming an Inferiority Complex Become Part of Our Mentorship Program (Click here tocculture.com for more information). Do You Still Have Questions About our Mentorship Program? Sc...

We discuss the challenges coaching in today’s world, while being a person of faith. -Coaching While Walking in Our Faith -The Separation of Faith and Sports -Staying True to Your Spiritual Beliefs 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...

“I knew I had to change,” What I learned from former players Non-negotiables & Sweat Equity Being Grounded in Gratitude Balancing Family and the NBA Grind Leading Through Vulnerability We continue our conversation with 2022 NBA Coach of the Year Monty Williams as he discusses what he learned from his former players that helped prepare him for a second chance with the Suns. Williams shares his...

How Faith Shaped a Leadership Philosophy A Call From Pop Opens the Door to Coaching Taking Over the Pelicans “What I Learned From Getting Fired” Phoenix Suns Head Coach Monty Williams joins the podcast to discuss his incredible NBA coaching journey.  Williams enjoyed a successful playing career before joining the San Antonio Spurs coaching staff at the invitation of Greg Popovich.  Willi...