John Brubaker

The Coach Bru Podcast

Business EN ↓ 259 episodes

A leadership performance podcast specifically for entrepreneurs and executives. Because none of us are one dimensional, Coach Bru explores many topics to help expand your results. Occasionally features candid conversations with Stadium Status performers to help you take your business to the BIG TIME.

Author

John Brubaker

Category

Business

Podcast website

www.CoachBru.com

Latest episode

Jun 30, 2026

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Episodes

Take YOUR Business On Tour: Interview With Chris Lee (aka Chris Gainz) 22.10.2019

(Recorded from the green room pre-show.) An in-depth interview with Chris Lee, tour manager for country music artists Granger Smith and Earl Dibbles Jr. Chris is one of the very best in the entertainment industry and he shares his insights on why every business should "go on tour". And most importantly we break down the how of executing your own version of touring like a musician does. Did you enj...

Deep Inside The Mind of a National Championship Coach 08.10.2019

Comprehensive audio footage from the half-day group Mastermind Session Coach Bru hosted with 2019 National Championship coach Steve Colfer, recorded live at Cabrini University. For more resources and tips on leadership performance in business & to receive a complimentary copy of John's prestigious $49./month Yesterday's Underdog newsletter, go to:   https://www. CoachBru.com and opt in to...

The Power of Hope: Interview w/ Coach Steve Colfer 02.09.2019

An in depth interview with Steve Colfer, Head Coach of the 2019 NCAA Champion Cabrini University Men's Lacrosse Team. In 19 seasons at the helm of the Cabrini men’s lacrosse program, Colfer has mentored the Cavaliers to 19 consecutive conference championships and 18 straight appearances in the NCAA Tournament. Colfer is a 13-time Coach of the Year and owns a commanding 284-72 career record. H...

Hate Me Now, Love Me Later: Interview w/ Coach Jason Brown of Last Chance U 16.07.2019

An in depth interview with perhaps the most controversial and widely misunderstood coach in America, Jason Brown. Jason is the star of the Netflix documentary series Last Chance U. Seasons #3 and #4 feature Jason and his team at Independence Community College. We dive into how he is such a lightning rod and polarizing public figure, as well as WHY he's misunderstood. The conversation also turns to...

I Have The Watch: Interview w/ Leadership Expert Jon Rennie 15.07.2019

Interview with veteran, leadership expert, entrepreneur and author, Jon Rennie. We discuss his new book I Have The Watch and the fabulous foreword written for the book which, in my humble but highly accurate opinion, is worth the purchase price in and of itself. :-) Get yourself a copy here: http://www. IHaveTheWatch.com How good is I Have The Watch? So good that, if you aren't 100% satisfied with...

The Things We Think & Do Not Say: Interview w/ Val Gui founder of ProofFactor.com 04.06.2019

A discussion on depression in entrepreneurship.  The interview is based on his groundbreaking article   #HustleHarder - A Study of Mental Health in the Entrepreneurship Community. Val is saying what millions of entrepreneurs are feeling but believe it's taboo to talk about. We also expose the fraudulent online goo-roos who promote "Hustle Porn”. Which is using the power of social media t...

Why I Don't Discount (and you shouldn't either) 02.12.2018

Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday "discount deals" are the furthest thing from actual deals. And doing so can not so subtly destroy your credibility with your audience. Coach Bru breaks down how and why you should beware of false prophets "wheeling and dealing" in your industry. From now until Christmas the proceeds from all sales on CoachBru.com during the holiday season go t...

Fail Your Way To Success 22.10.2018

Episode #520 Celebrates the two year anniversary of the release of Coach Bru's best-selling book Stadium Status by chronicling a quick 15 year snap shot of all of his failures along the way. Pick up a copy of Stadium Status HERE.

Redneck Riviera 05.09.2018

Coach Bru sits down with TJ McDaniel, brand manager of the work hard, play hard lifestyle brand Redneck Riviera. They discuss the brand's rapid rise to national prominence as well as the Redneck Riviera's fascinating and unlikely origin story.

Do Good and Good Will Follow 27.08.2018

Episode #518: Coach Bru sits down with Sarah Crim, executive director of JAB Cares to discuss their outstanding philanthropic efforts, how (and why) entrepreneurs should take a similar approach to being good corporate citizens within their communities. JAB Cares is the charity arm of The Josh Abbott Band.  For more information & to support JAB Cares: http://www. JABcares.org To learn more about Jo...

Chad Prather 26.07.2018

Chad Prather is known for his way with words. He is a comedian, armchair philosopher, musician, and observational humorist.  Many recognize him from his fast talking, rapid fire rants from the front seat of his truck. He and Coach Bru discuss going "all-in" on your career, fearless authenticity and what it REALLY takes to be successfully. To book Chad for your next event or see him at a live show...

The #1 Way To Improve Your Results 12.04.2018

In this episode I discuss the power of peer effect in accelerating your results and the importance of WHO you associate with. If you want to make DRAMATIC improvements to your performance and mindset nothing works as well as joining a group of high performers who are making the same improvements together. You're invited to join me and some of the most talented people you could ever meet in my excl...

Ownership 02.04.2018

This episode discussed the one type of ownership that is your #1 competitive advantage which simply can never be eliminated. Episode #515 is dedicated to the memory of the late Tom Graham.

Two Young Men, One Big Difference 27.03.2018

Have you ever wondered, as I have, what makes the difference in the amount of success people enjoy in their lives? This episode is about two young men I went to college with. They were very much alike but the results in their professional careers later in life were very different. We unpack the key to that difference and how this relates to YOU and YOUR results. We also discuss my new one of a kin...

The Text Message Nobody Ever Wants To Get 28.02.2018

Performance Report Episode #513 The late Reverend Billy Graham once said: "A coach will impact more lives in one year than an average person will in a lifetime." I don't believe that quote is limited to just coaches and this episode will explain precisely why. *Episode #513 is dedicated to the Memory of Marylyn S. Mills.

The Death of Civilization As We Know It 20.02.2018

Performance Report Episode #512 Intellectual Laziness is destroying our country. It's also destroying your team's results if you allow it. Stadium Status billionaires practice what I call The 60 Minute Rule. They invest at least an hour a day in learning. Leaders are readers. When do you schedule reading into your day?

Don't Confuse Growth With Results 05.02.2018

The worst thing you can do is expect results. The best thing you can do is just put in the work, one step at a time based on a system with a track record of success. When you expect results to occur and they don’t magically appear your mind assumes nothing is happening. In reality a lot is actually happening, you just don’t see it. This episode shows you that when it looks like nothing is happenin...

One Step At A Time 29.01.2018

Performance Report Episode #510 Too many people dream about the finish line and want success to be easier than it is. Then they wonder why they never achieve it. This episode unpacks why the desire for "easy" is the road to ruin and how shortcuts actually derail your progress.

You're In This Story Too 22.01.2018

Performance Report Episode #509 Life's trails are full of surprises and not easy to navigate. Yet the most rewarding ones are the most challenging ones. They're going to be filled with twists, turns, peaks and valleys. This episode unpacks how you can best navigate the journey that is your personal and professional life.

This One Type Of Business Consistently Outperforms Others 18.01.2018

Nobody fights for anything quite like they fight for family. This is why family businesses outperform their non-family counterparts. We breakdown why they perform so well and how you can learn from two Stadium Status family businesses: The Casey Donahew Band and Zildjian Cymbal Company.

What Do Elvis, Tupac, Obama and Ric Flair All Have In Common? 08.01.2018

Those four names are the names of plays the Los Angeles Rams football team use as audibles. This actually has EVERYTHING to do with you and making 2018 your best year ever. Quarterbacks aren't the only ones who call audibles; all successful people do. I bet you do too whether you realize it or not. The question is: Are you doing it often enough and at the right times?

Your Future Is Probably Way Behind Schedule 02.01.2018

Your Future Is Probably Way Behind Schedule, but you're not alone. 92% of people who make New Year's resolutions fail to achieve them.  This episode contains a quick primer on 5 steps you can take to avoid being in the dreadful 92%. Also included is an announcement on my small group coaching program I'm making available to listeners for the first time. More info here: http://geni.us/accountability

8 Life Saving Tips For Surviving Last Minute Christmas Shopping 23.12.2017

People are crazy this time of year. Here are some quick tips on how you can stay safe and sane while getting your last minute shopping done.

The Performance Report Episode #505 18.12.2017

In tiny little Upland, Indiana, for 21 straight years on the Friday night before final exams in December, Taylor University basketball hosts what they call their "Silent Night" game. It's a different kind of silent night.

The Performance Report Episode #504 13.12.2017

I have one simple goal for 2018 -- to serve YOU better than ever in the New Year. I don’t want to waste your time sending you content that doesn’t relate to you or your work. So, in order to do that I need to find out what you want to learn more about. I would mean a lot to me if you could take 30 seconds and tell me what is the single biggest challenge you’re struggling with in your business righ...

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