Success is a Choice

This is a replay of one of most popular episodes from a few years ago. Paul Biancardi has great insights on coaching and recruiting. The transfer portal and NIL have gotten big since this interview but the insights, tips, and thoughts are still relevant today. We highly encourage you to listen to this if you're a fan of college sports or know someone going through the recruiting process... Paul Bi...

This is a replay of one of our most popular episodes. Riley had an amazing career at Kentucky. Toward the end of the conversation, she shares a personal story that has led to her current work as an advocate for women's sports.  Riley Gaines (12x All-American and 5x SEC Champion swimmer) appeared on the "Success is a Choice" podcast. Together with host Jamy Bechler, they discussed her storied caree...

In today's episode, "Success is a Choice" podcast host Jamy Bechler talks with a panel of high school athletic administrators who all had a part in planning the 2023 National Athletic Director Conference being held in Orlando, Florida December 15-19. This conference is co-sponsored by the NIAAA and NFHS . Administrator Panel ... LISA CORPREW: Bayside HS (VA) - Lisa. Corprew@vbschools.com DAMIAN FR...

In today's episode of the "Success is a Choice" podcast, host Jamy Bechler talks about Mr. Frank, the recurring character in his fictional books, and the inspiration for that character. Spoiler alert: It's his dad, whose birthday is December 10th. Read the article >> Jamybechler.com/MrFrank - - - - Each week, the  SUCCESS IS A CHOICE  podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler an...

If you know a kid that loves video games or a parent with a kid who loves video games, then this is an episode you'll want to check out. This episode is a replay of one of our more popular interviews. It's very insightful and entertaining.  Brian Saviano  (aka Bricks 'O' Brian) joins host  Jamy Bechler on the "Success is a Choice" podcasting network and together they talk about ... Tips for gamer...

A few years ago, we had the privilege of talking with Mike Hamilton, the former University of Tennessee athletic director. He was a very well-respected administrator and leader. More importantly, he was a person of great integrity . Unfortunately, Mike passed away on November 10, 2023 while awaiting a liver transplant. He will be greatly missed. We are extremely thankful for all that he did to mak...

Laura Gassner Otting  is today's guest and she's fiery, adventurous, and insightful.  She is one of the few guests to make  an encore appearance  on the "Success is a Choice" podcast, hosted by  Jamy Bechler . Jamy and Laura covered more of her story back in 2019 but they still managed to talk about some exciting things currently going on in Laura's life, including her most recent appearance on Go...

Zach Line  is today's guest on the  "Success is a Choice" podcast , hosted by  Jamy Bechler . Zach was an NFL fullback, most notably as one of the captains for the New Orleans Saints. He was selected as a Pro Bowl Alternate in four of his seven NFL seasons. Zach played at SMU and Oxford (MI) HS before playing in the NFL. In 2020, Zach was named head football coach at his alma mater (Oxford). Twitt...

This interview is a MUST-LISTEN if you are a coach or educator with the amount of nuggets of wisdom provided. Long-time basketball coach  Bob Starkey appeared on the "Coachable Coach" series of the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE PODCAST NETWORK. Together with host Jamy Bechler , they discussed ... Coaching today's generation of players What makes a great PLAYER - not just a great talent What it takes to be a...

This episode with Jeff Hoffman is one of our most popular episodes. He is interesting and insightful. If you listened to this episode when it was first released, it might be valuable to listen to it again. If this is your first time, then you're in for a real treat. Enjoy the episode! SHOW NOTES ... Jeff Hoffman  is an award-winning global entrepreneur, proven CEO, worldwide motivational speaker,...

This is a replay of one of our more popular episodes when we talked with a former CIA officer about the differences between real life and what we see in the movies when it comes to the CIA. This was an entertaining and insightful conversation. SHOW NOTES: Marc Polymeropoulos  served 26 years in the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) before retiring in June 2019.  His positions included field and he...

Jake Crain is today's guest on the "Success is a Choice" podcast , hosted by  Jamy Bechler . Jake is the co-host of "Crain & Company." ,  which is a daily national sports talk show that covers all sports. Along with co-hosts Blaine Crain and David Cone, Jake uses a creative blend of humor, intelligence, and common sense to talk about the most important stories from the world of sports.  Connect wi...

Jamy Bechler once again took part in the prestigious Hoosier Gym basketball clinic. He and Matt Smith (United Basketball Plus owner and clinic director) got together to discuss the clinic the week after it took place in Knightstown, Indiana, the home of the historic gymnasium from the all-time classic film "Hoosiers". Show Notes ... The United Basketball and Leadership Podcast, presented by United...

Jamy Bechler recently appeared on the popular "Generation Youth" podcast hosted by James McLamb . If you work with youth in any form or fashion, then you'll want to check out this interview. You can also watch the youtube version of the interview at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5PQx_xHcSM  About this episode ... In the realm of sports coaching, the focus is often on techniques, strategies, and...

Francois Mignon was on the verge of homelessness when she used her last $5 to buy ingredients for cupcakes. After selling that batch to neighbors, she used the profits to make more cupcakes, eventually turning that initial $5 into a multi-million dollar cupcake business. Francois is the mother of six, founder of The Cupcake Collection, and author of "Made from Scratch: Finding Success without a Re...

Marty Smith , one of the most recognizable ESPN personalities, talks with "Success is a Choice" host  Jamy Bechler about NASCAR, great coaches, college football, teamwork, working for ESPN, and setting a cornhole world record.   Twitter -   @MartySmithESPN Podcast - https://www.espntricities.com/show/marty-mcgee Instagram -  @MartySmithESPN Facebook -   Facebook.com/MartySmithESPN 1st Book "Never...

Author and Leadership Expert Jamy Bechler shares a few thoughts with us today on how everyone can be a verbal leader. He tells us that everyone can (1) Encourage, (2) Inform, and (3) Remind others. - - - -  Be sure to follow Jamy on Twitter  @CoachBechler  for more insights on success, business, leadership, and teamwork. - - - -  Visit  JamyBechler.com/BulletinBoardBook  to get 1000s of insights,...

In today's episode of the  2-Minute Drill ,  Success is a Choice  podcast host,  Jamy Bechler shares a story about a friend of his who chose to do what was right even though it would cost him a political race.  The 2-Minute Drill is a short and sweet segment that examines insights regarding success, business, teamwork, culture, or leadership.   Each week, the  Success is a Choice  podcasting netwo...

Dr. Brent Hoesing (superintendent of Lewis Central Schools in Iowa) is today's guest on the "Leaders Growing Leaders" series of the  SUCCESS IS A CHOICE PODCAST NETWORK .  Lewis Central Website:   Lewiscentral.org Dr. Hoesing's Twitter: @brenthoesing Dr. Hoesing's Bio: Lewiscentral.org/leadership/educational-resource-center YouTube Channel:   YouTube.com/@bhoesing1 During the  "Leaders Growing Lea...

After a 20-second musical intro, you'll find an interesting conversation between  leadership expert Jamy Bechler and Larry Sharp , a former New York candidate for Governor in 2018 and 2022. Jamy was a guest on Larry's show "The Sharpe Way" and they talked about leadership, success, life, and a little bit of politics.   Podcast Show Notes... Effectively planning to lead and succeed? Coach Jamy Bech...

Today's episode of the Success is a Choice  podcast network is a presentation  leadership expert Jamy Bechler gave at the 2023 "Igniting the Next Generation" Youth Summit . He shared stories and insights on how to make a difference and positive impact through every interaction we have with people.  - - - -  Each week, the  Success is a Choice  podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy B...

In today's episode of the  2-Minute Drill ,  Success is a Choice  podcast host,  Jamy Bechler mentions the classic Abbott & Costello comedy skit "Who's on First" and what we can learn from it. He encourages us to LEARN TO LISTEN AND LISTEN TO LEARN. The 2-Minute Drill is a short and sweet segment that examines insights regarding success, business, teamwork, culture, or leadership.   Each week, the...

Dr. Rob Bell , an 8x Author, mental coach to professional athletes, and Ironman athlete, talks with "Success is a Choice" host  Jamy Bechler about building mental toughness in athletes, handling adversity, and becoming a little bit more patient each day.  Website - drrobbell.com Twitter - @drrobbell YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEFajqQbfB1Uk9wfX857oBg Linkedin - Linkedin.com/in/drrob...

Yesterday Ed DeCosta passed away and so we decided to re-release our interview with him from five years ago. Not only was he an expert when it came to business and sales, but he was a friend to many. When I went through the John Maxwell Leadership certification program, he was the faculty member in charge of teaching us how to sell. His insights were different (and better) than I'd ever heard befo...

In this week's  LEADERSHIP NOW episode, Jamy Bechler talks about 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee Joe Thomas and his amazing record of dependability, consistency, and reliability. The LEADERSHIP NOW episodes examine a current topic in the world where sports and leadership intersect. - - - -  Please follow Jamy on Twitter  @CoachBechler  for positive insights and tips on leadership, success,...