Coaching Through Stories

Today's Coaching Through Stories episode features former VA Secretary, Robert "Bob" McDonald. Dr. Eric Bean is also joined by guest co-host, University of South Carolina President, Robert "Bob" Caslen. Learn how McDonald placed character at the heart of culture change to deliver Veterans with consistent, high-quality experiences and achieve sales metrics as the CEO at The Procter & Gamble Company....

Today's Coaching Through Stories episode features Dr. Angus Mugford, the Vice President of High Performance for the Toronto Blue Jays. In this podcast, Dr. Mugford shares with us how high performance doesn't just lead to the metrics we all are typically seeking but also improves our relationships, connection, and inner joy in pursuit of the outcomes. Dr. Mugford helps build a high performance and...

Today's Coaching Through Stories episode features Sonia Rhodes, the founder and CEO of the Experience Lab, a one-of-a-kind experience design firm that's committed to transforming every aspect of the health care experience from the inside out. The Experience Lab is also the place where visionary health care leaders and systems design, collaborate, and explore the future for health care. Sonia and h...

Today's Coaching Through Stories episode features Dr. Dean Taylor, a professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Director of the Duke Sports Medicine Fellowship Program, and team physician for Duke University. He is also actively involved in leadership initiatives in the Duke School of Medicine and the chairman of the Feagin Leadership Program. Prior to earning his MD from Duke Universi...

During this episode Coaching Through Stories, host Dr. Eric Bean coaches us on how to effectively manage and eventually overcome a paralyzing pattern of behavior most people have: fear. Discover how you can look at fear from a totally different perspective—something that can lead to growth and joy rather than a feeling that's triggered by danger, pain, or threats.   Episode Highlights: People are...

Today's Coaching Through Stories episode features Dr. Nohelani (Lani) Lawrence, a Clinical and Sport Psychologist and the current Director of Wellness and Clinical Services for the New York Giants. Prior to joining the Giants, her background in sport and clinical psychology has given her a unique insight and perspective on the concerns of student-athletes. In today's podcast, Lani shares how she n...

Today's Coaching Through Stories episode features Anthony Noto, the current CEO at SoFi, a unique finance company whose goal is to help clients "get their money right." Anthony shares the challenges that helped shape him, the early failures and setbacks that propelled him to move forward, and how he goes about building a great culture. Anthony says the secret to success is to "work as hard as you...

During this episode of the Coaching Through Stories podcast, host Dr. Eric Bean coaches us on how to free ourselves from the habitual emotions, thoughts, and energy patterns that limit our consciousness using Michael A. Singer's book "The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself." Learn how to free yourself from limitations, transcend your perceived boundaries, and let go of painful thoughts a...

On today's Coaching Through Stories episode, our guest, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff, Ph. D., shares how you can use your experiences to make you a better person and leader and how you can train your mind to think powerfully, on purpose. Dr. Cindra Kamphoff, Ph. D., CMPC, is an award-winning keynote speaker, University Professor, and the author of the Amazon bestseller, Beyond Grit: Ten Powerful Practices...

Today's Coaching Through Stories episode features guest Chip Huth who has been an active member of the Kansas City Police Department (KCPD) for the past 28 years. Currently, Chip serves as a Major for KCPD's Traffic Division, the State of Missouri's  defensive tactics subject matter expert, and as a senior consultant with Arbinger Institute. Chip has planned, coordinated, and executed over 2500 hi...

During this episode of the Coaching Through Stories podcast, host Eric Bean interviews Becky Halstead, a retired brigadier general who founded her own leadership consultancy company, STEADFAST Leadership. Becky has endured a lot of adversity throughout her life and her career. Learn how Becky overcame that adversity to become a deliberate leader who earned respect beyond her rank through helping o...

During this episode of the Coaching Through Stories podcast, host Eric Bean interviews Austin Moss, Director of Player Engagement with the San Francisco 49ers. Austin shares how he uses his role to educate, empower, and guide players to reach their potential both on and off the field. Austin demonstrates his passion for greatness throughout this conversation as we discuss hard work, the importance...

During this episode of the Coaching Through Stories podcast, host Eric Bean speaks with Rocky Novak, CEO of Fallon, a fully-integrated creative, media and production agency, headquartered in Minneapolis . Rocky's perspective on leadership is refreshing because he delicately strikes a balance between being focused on results while emphasizing relationships and vulnerability. He leads from a place o...

During this episode of the Coaching Through Stories podcast, host Dr. Eric Bean discusses how to get the most out of your time at home and the office and why that matters. Dr. Bean challenges the eight-hour workday and asks questions you can reflect on so you can become more aware of how you're spending your time as a leader or as an employee but also how you're spending your time in other areas o...

During this episode of the Coaching Through Stories podcast, host Eric Bean coaches us on how to overcome self-imposed limitations using a story from Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman. Learn about how to push through plateaus, set goals that drive you, and how to be emotionally agile to overcome your perceived limitations.    Episode Highlights:  Today's story is taken from Norse Mythology by Neil Ga...

  During this episode of the Coaching Through Stories podcast, host Dr. Eric Bean speaks with Miguel Gallego, President and CEO of Precision Diagnostics. Miguel shares with listeners how he took risks financially and career wise to start his success at Precision Diagnostics. Miguel has the ability to go all in because he has a high level of trust in himself coupled with humility because he is secu...

Today's episode features Ret. Lt. Gen. Robert (Bob) Caslen. Caslen is the current University of South Carolina President , he served 43 years in the U.S. Army, and is the former Superintendent of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. Rarely leaders' step into a position with unanimous support, Caslen will discuss how he overcame strong opposition during the hiring process to become the Presiden...

During the  third  episode of the  Coaching Through Stories  podcast, host Eric Bean coaches us on the importance of mission using the 1980s Tylenol crisis as a case study. Learn about the power of having a mission, especially during a crisis. This episode will help you consider why missions are meaningful and why they should be used when you encounter non-routine situations.      NOTE: This episo...

COL. Katherine Graef  is the current  Logistics Director of Special Operations Command Africa.  Graef  has also served as the Director of Logistics in  Qatar, she commanded the   Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, and  taught as a  Military Professor at  the  Nava l War College in Newport, RI.  In this episode, Graef discusses how leading a group of high performers can  sometimes  be more chall...

Today's podcast features guest Gary Denham , who was a Navy SEAL for 21 years, and more recently was the Director of Instructor Development for the Naval Special Warfare Center. Currently, Gary helps others improve their performance with his business, Gary Denham Consulting. Gary also teaches leadership through public speaking and effective presentations. In today's podcast, Gary talks about how h...

Introducing the Coaching Through Stories podcast! The goal of this podcast is to explore stories from leaders and high performers in a variety of fields in order to inspire, spark insights, and help you step up! This season we're going to explore stories from a retired Navy SEAL, a CEO, a University President, and other high performing leaders. We'll also share stories from history, mythology, or...