The Art Of Coaching

How do you make the jump from one industry to another? How do you utilize experiences in your previous role to ensure success at the next? On today’s episode we are joined by Paul Cauldwell, a coach who found a way to explore the same mission within another field. On today’s show: The power of yes AND… The skills coaches can bring to other industries Callusing the mind and preparing for change Per...

What happens when you think you are acting with authenticity and integrity only to find out that isn’t how you are being perceived? Today, I’m joined by Jesse Elis for a conversation about the importance of and challenges to developing external self-awareness. We also discuss: What you should NOT do once you get the job Being authentic and trying too hard - can they be one and the same? Ego defens...

Today we are talking about imposter phenomenon. In other words, experiencing feelings of self-doubt or inadequacy despite perceivable success or competence. Guess what? If you’ve ever felt this way, you’re not the only one… you’re actually in the majority. In this episode we discuss: Imposter phenomenon, what is it? Who does it impact? What are the common signs? Imposter archetypes and how it mani...

Today on the show I’m joined by a coach, painter, powerlifter, poet, and former professional football player. No, this isn’t a roundtable discussion… This is a conversation with the one and only Jim Davis. Jim is a graduate of Harvard University, Northwestern University, and Knox College. He was named NASA Powerlifting Coach of the Year in 2018 and Runner-Up in 2019. He and his team at the Good At...

Medieval Times, pyramids of influence and guys in hoodies…  if you’re wondering how these topics go together, stick around for today’s episode. Today on the show I’m joined by a great friend and coach, Ryan Johnson. Ryan teaches physical education at Wayzata High School and is the Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for Wayzata Public Schools. He also works directly with the four-time state cham...

REMINDER: We are currently offering 20% OFF ALL ONLINE COURSES until July 15th! Use code “century20” for a major discount on anything at artofcoaching.com/courses . If you’ve done the courses and need a new challenge, sign up for our first Apprenticeship™ of the summer - July 25-26th in Charleston, SC! Today’s guest perfectly personifies the intersection of AOC’s various audiences. Not only a coac...

E101: Brett Solo Episode: The Mindset & Questions That Will Stall Your Professional Progress If you own a restaurant, is it enough to make the best pizza in town? If you are a coach, is it enough to write the perfect program? If you are an entrepreneur, is it enough to make a flawless product? No. Just doing good work is not enough. As social beings in a social world, we must combine knowledge of...

Welcome to the 100TH EPISODE of the Art of Coaching Podcast! To celebrate the century mark, we wanted to do something special for you guys. Today through July 15th, use offer code “century20” at artofcoaching.com/courses to get 20% OFF ALL ONLINE COURSES. This is a deal you are NOT going to want to miss!! As for the show, today we’re joined by an extra special guest. She may be new to listeners, b...

Are you someone who… Will enter the job market at any point in the future? Is in a leadership position and looking to hire? Can’t seem to break through and get the job you want? If you answered yes to any of these, this one's for you. Today I am joined by someone who will help us understand exactly what we need to do to get the job or find the best person for the job. I urge you to download the fr...

There’s high turnover in our field. Having a long career isn’t the norm. Building a brand that withstands the test of time is difficult. Not burning out is rare. But all are possible.  Today’s guest is here to help us understand what it takes.  Chad Landers has been a personal trainer in Los Angeles for 27 years and has owned his own gym, Push Private Fitness, for 17. In 2018, he was named “Person...

Nowadays, it’s not uncommon for coaches to refer to themselves as teachers. When it comes to relating to people, fostering a learning environment, creating buy-in and adapting to change, this comparison isn’t far from the truth. And yet, there is still so much we can learn from the teaching profession. All of this to say, I am so glad to have my good friend Heidi Morrison on the show today… As an...

Ready to be social again? You’re in luck - Art of Coaching Apprenticeships are back!! Don’t worry, these 10-15 person workshops abide by all pandemic rules (facemasks provided) and are the perfect post-quarantine activity. Instead of attending another mega conference, join us as we engage with others, practice using improv/video analysis and use scientifically backed assessments to become more agi...

Whether you are a new coach trying to figure out how to break into the profession, a seasoned veteran in the team-setting who is trying to become a better leader for your staff, or someone who owns their own performance facility who isn’t sure how to navigate the future, you’re going to want to join us for our FREE webinar: The 3 Things Strength Coaches Need to Know to Get Unstuck in Their Career...

If you’ve ever suffered from paralysis by analysis or felt “stuck” not knowing what action to take in your relationships or career, you’re going to want to join us for our FREE webinar: The 3 Things Strength Coaches Need to Know to Get Unstuck in Their Career on Wednesday, June 10th at 11:00AM EST. Click the link below to reserve your spot! https://artofcoaching.com/zoom-with-brett/ What’s your mo...

Promotion is not only a good thing, it’s absolutely necessary. Yes, you read that right. Today we are diving deep into the (perhaps not so) dark side of a taboo topic: self-promotion. If just hearing this word makes you want to tear your hair out... this one's for you. Regardless of your stance, I promise this episode will make you think twice about the importance of putting yourself and your work...

Just a quick note before we get into today’s episode with Hunter Schurrer… Like many of you, we are very excited for things to get back to normal. As you near the end of your quarantine and return to work, we urge you to take a moment to brush up on your communication skills, remind yourself of ways to generate buy-in and double down on tactics to avoid burnout. If you haven’t yet, check out our t...

Regardless of your profession or vocation, odds are you are dealing with the struggle of staying engaged and connected in a virtual world. Whether you are a coach, consultant, or manager of people, today’s guest covers a topic you might be soon considering (if you haven't already)… going online. Before starting his virtual coaching business, Dion von Moltke spent 10 years as a professional race-ca...

It’s been a long three months, but we are excited to announce that our Apprenticeship™ events are BACK! Starting July 25-26th in Charleston, SC., join us for a transformative learning experience. Don’t believe me? Maybe today’s episode will change your mind. Looking back, did you know what was going to happen to you today? How about the last 72 hours? 3 months? Chances are you had no idea. That’s...

If you haven’t heard, we partnered with TrainHeroic to bring you online training! This platform and our programs are not for absolutists and elitists. These are for people who want real world strength but also have real world schedules. Whether you have professional/personal constraints but still want to get after it, need smart modified training or just want a break from the mental stress of havi...

If you are not downloading our podcast reflection sheets, today's episode would be a great time to start doing so.  If you don't download our podcast reflection sheets, you will realize within the first five to ten minutes of today's episode that you should have done so.  Head to the link below to download! www.artofcoaching.com/podcastreflections I was a bit intimidated by this conversation today...

Today, we are proud to announce that we have created a new partnership with TrainHeroic!  If you are someone that is looking for good old fashion, athletic principles but you are busy with life, a job, and all of these things, we created this for you.  We provide these programs and videos through the TrainHeroic app, so head to the link below and check it out! https://artofcoaching.com/training/ T...

Whether you are a strength coach or someone looking for the right mentor, we have a ton of resources out there for all of you. Head to artofcoaching.com/resources to get on board with these resources we provide for you! This information is kept free by our partnership with Momentous. To learn more about Momentous and what they do to help our community go to livemomentous.com/brett. As part of the...

One of the things we are most proud of with this podcast is the wide range of listeners we have!  My goal with this podcast was to not only talk with strength coaches, but teachers, leaders, and educators from a variety of domains. We have continued to grow in total downloads which tells us you are listening!  We appreciate you listening and we will continue to provide you with value through our p...

Valued is a career blueprint for coaches who want to land the job they’ve always wanted, make more money to provide their families with stability, and stand out in their organizations for all the right reasons. This is the only course of its kind in the performance realm, and it covers everything from financial management, contract negotiations, resume writing, interviewing tips and tricks as well...

If have not already done so, please head to the link below and make sure to download our podcast reflection sheets. They’re absolutely free! https://artofcoaching.com/podcastreflections/   Imagine this; you wake up alone in a hospital. Every time you touch your skin, no matter how gently, you bruise. To the point, if you roll over wrong or you scratch an itch, or you rub your eye, you may wake up...