Mon, April 14, 2025

E373 | Hiring Tips Part 3: Compensation & Pay Structures

Why is talking about money so hard?  An even better question might be: why do so many job postings treat compensation like a state secret—vague, unclear, or completely absent?  The truth is, people want to know they’ll be respected and valued. If you leave them guessing, they’ll start looking elsewhere. In Part 1 of this hiring series, we covered how to attract the right candidates. In Part 2 , we dug into asking the right questions during interviews. In Part 3, we’re focusing entirely on compensation, because how you talk about pay tells a story about how you value people. In this episode, Brett breaks down: The 3 most common ways companies list compensation—and how to determine which is right for you How to shift people away from obsessing over base salary and toward the bigger picture of total value Creative ways to incentivize your team without blowing up your budget How to foster loyalty and stop roles from becoming revolving doors If you need further assistance with this topic or anything else involving your business, visit artofcoaching.com/mentor , we’d love to help. Folsom Brand Builder Are you a coach, entrepreneur, or speaker who wants to turn your expertise into something that actually pays the bills? Whether you’ve never made a dollar or just brought in your first million, Brand Builder is for you! Spend two interactive days in Folsom, CA, getting crystal clear on your messaging, attracting the right clients, and building a business that scales. You’ll leave with clarity, confidence, and a framework that lets you do what you love—on your terms. 📍Folsom, CA –  August 8-9 To register or get more details, visit:  artofcoaching.com/brand-builder-25 Private Growth Retreat Stuck? Burnt out? Just need space to think? Come spend a day or two at AOC HQ with Brett for a private retreat built entirely around you. Strategy sessions, time outside, good food, and honest conversation—plus maybe a lift in the garage gym. This is where you quiet the noise, organize the chaos, map your next move, and leave with clarity and confidence. Email info@artofcoaching.com and let us know you're interested in a private retreat and we’ll work out a date. Writer’s Workshop – Put Pen to Paper Want to write a book but don’t know where to start? Brett self-published Conscious Coaching —and now he’s working with one of the world’s biggest publishers for his next one. Either one-on-one or in a small-group, he’ll share what worked, a whole lot of what

Mon, April 07, 2025

E372 | Hiring Tips Part 2: Asking the Right Interview Questions

Most interviews miss the mark. Predictable questions. Rehearsed answers. And when it’s over, you still haven’t figured out who the person really is. In Part 1 of this series, we covered what matters most when it comes to attracting the right candidates. Today is about what happens next. How do you actually assess whether someone can solve the real problems you are hiring them to tackle or if they’re the right fit? The truth is, most people can talk a good game and tell you what you’d like to hear. But when the lights come on and things get messy, can they think on their feet? Can they take initiative? Can they adapt when the environment or expectations change? In this episode, Brett walks you through how to run interviews that actually reveal who someone is, not just who they pretend to be, and breaks down: A smarter way to structure interviews using the DEEP framework How a simple role clarity doc keeps you from hiring the wrong person Questions that expose if someone can solve real problems or just talk well The 4 dimensions every candidate must show before you even consider hiring them How real world tasks and off-script moments reveal who someone really is Upcoming Live Events! Everyone wants to lead better, grow their business, and communicate with confidence… until it’s time to actually do it in the room, with real people and real pressure. We’re not here to sell you fluff or copy-pasted psychology theory. We give you real reps, real coaching, and straight talk—so you’re prepared when it actually counts. We’re here to help you show up for life’s most important opportunities—whether that’s a tough conversation, a high-stakes presentation, or leading when things get messy. Over the next few months, we’re hitting the road and you’ve got options: 📍 Phoenix, AZ – April 26-27 (Speaker School) 📍 Charlestown, MA – May 17-18 (The Apprenticeship) 📍 Phoenix, AZ – June 7-8 (The Apprenticeship) Spots are limited and they go fast. 🎯 Get the full list and lock in your seat at artofcoaching.com/events Everyone Needs a Coach. Most people would agree, but what does that actually look like in real life? It’s not about having a cheerleader or someone feeding you vague advice from a script. It’s about having someone in your corner who’s been through it, sees what you can’t, and isn’t afraid to call it like it is. That’s what we do. We’re you

Mon, March 31, 2025

Hiring Tips Part 1: How to Attract the Right People

Hiring the right people doesn’t start with the interview — it starts with the job posting. In this first episode of our hiring series, we tackle a question we hear all the time from mentoring clients: How do I find better candidates?   Whether you’re a business owner, a team leader involved in hiring, or even someone applying for jobs, this one’s for you. We break down a simple but effective framework to help you diagnose and improve your hiring process from the ground up. This isn’t theory or a fluffy LinkedIn post, just real talk and practical tools you can apply right away. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: A breakdown of the HITS framework and how it can instantly level up your job postings Why generic, vague titles are quietly killing your candidate pool What a structured, efficient hiring process looks like, and why speed and clarity matter Why expressing your team’s true culture upfront helps attract the right fit (and repel the wrong ones) Bonus: Talking salary in your job posting — the only 3 ways to do it, and the pros and cons of each This week’s episode comes straight from a recurring theme we hear in our work with mentoring clients. Got a question you’d like us to address on the podcast? Let us know — remember, unstated needs lead to unmet expectations . We want to keep creating content that shows up in your life when it matters most. Drop us an email at info@artofcoaching.com. Need a Coach Who Challenges You? Even the best leaders need a coach—but too often, they’re too busy to seek one out. That’s where we come in. Think of us as your shadow advisor —a real, human sounding board who challenges your thinking, offers a fresh perspective, and isn’t afraid to be your devil’s advocate. We help uncover blind spots and push you toward better decisions, whether you’re running a small business, leading a pro sports team, or making moves in a Fortune 500 company. If you’re serious about growth, let’s talk. artofcoaching.com/mentoring . Real-World Leadership Training for Teams That Can’t Afford to Guess This is now our most requested service. From NFL teams to Apple and Canadian Special Forces, organizations are bringing us in to help their people lead, communicate, and perform under pressure. Our tailored workshops deliver tools you can use immediately to manage emotions, reduce drama, and build a stronger culture. Schedules are filling fast — reach out now to lock in your spot. Email us at info@artofcoaching.com or visit artofcoaching.com . Related Episodes: E99 | Steven Moser: Getting

Mon, March 24, 2025

E370 | How to Hash It Out and Get Rid of Drama

You feel it, right? That tension thick enough to slice, the elephant in the room no one dares mention. But sooner or later, it has to be dealt with. Most people think resolving conflict demands complex processes. In reality, the solution usually boils down to simply hashing it out. Yet, when friction arises, we often overcomplicate things or avoid them altogether, escalating drama. It's time to step up and initiate tough conversations. Brace yourself. Some people will resist. Some simply lack the emotional tools to process these interactions. Others you’ll never fully reconcile with, but we can NEVER afford to be escapists, personally or professionally. Even when doing the right thing doesn’t guarantee success, clear communication and accountability are essential. Today's episode hits like the perfect song for the moment. Right on time, and rhythm on point. This is the sit-down talk, crucial and overdue, that we, and our society as a whole, needs to hear. Tune in as Brett dives into these key insights, breaking down how they relate directly to his experiences, and yours: Navigate uncomfortable first steps with proven scripts. Anticipate resistance and pivot when faced with avoidance. Utilize mediation and lateral tactics when standard approaches stall. Detach from emotional reactions, document clearly, and protect yourself The BALM framework for clear and confident communication in the worst situations This episode was inspired by the powerful response to our latest newsletter. We dive even deeper into topics like culture change, navigating tough conversations, and handling drama effectively. Sign up today for free—no spam, just actionable, real-world value delivered straight to your inbox: artofcoaching.com/begin . Need a Coach Who Challenges You? Even the best leaders need a coach—but too often, they’re too busy to seek one out. That’s where we come in. Think of us as your shadow advisor —a real, human sounding board who challenges your thinking, offers a fresh perspective, and isn’t afraid to be your devil’s advocate. We help uncover blind spots and push you toward better decisions, whether you’re running a small business, leading a pro sports team, or making moves in a Fortune 500 company. If you’re serious about growth, let’s talk. artofcoaching.com/mentoring . Send Us Your Staff!  Tackle leadership challenges with tailored workshops trusted by Apple, NFL teams, and Canadian Special Forces. Gain actionable tools for managing emotions, de-escalating tension, and rebuilding culture. Email us at info@artofcoaching.com to learn more, and visit <a href='http://art

Mon, March 17, 2025

E369 | How to Change the Culture of an Organization Pt. 1

You hear about it all the time. A team goes from the bottom of the league to championship contenders. A failing company suddenly becomes the industry gold standard.  The media calls it a “culture shift,” but let’s be real, culture doesn’t change overnight. It erodes over time when bad habits go unchecked, just like it improves through intentional action. The problem? Most people don’t have the stomach for what it really takes to make that shift happen. Changing culture isn’t about slogans, feel-good retreats, or corporate trust falls. It’s about confronting hard truths, cutting through excuses, and being willing to fight the battles no one else will. If you think you can just throw a motivational speech at the problem and watch everything transform, you’re in for a rude awakening.  In today’s episode, we break down exactly what it takes to rewrite the DNA of an organization—without the fluff, the gimmicks, or the hand-holding. In today’s episode, Brett dives into: What culture actually is and how to clarify the outcome you’re after How to diagnose the root cause of a toxic culture—not just slap a band-aid on the symptoms The exact questions we use to pinpoint the real issues when consulting with teams The dangerous consequences of avoidance and the illusion of “false harmony” Practical, process-driven steps you can take right now—no matter your position in the hierarchy Got a question or a topic you’d like us to cover? If this episode resonated with you, let us know at artofcoaching.com/question . We also dive even deeper into culture change and other tough topics in our newsletter—no spam, just real, actionable value. Sign up today at artofcoaching.com/begin . Need a Coach Who Challenges You? Even the best leaders need a coach—but too often, they’re too busy to seek one out. That’s where we come in. Think of us as your shadow advisor —a real, human sounding board who challenges your thinking, offers a fresh perspective, and isn’t afraid to be your devil’s advocate. We help uncover blind spots and push you toward better decisions, whether you’re running a small business, leading a pro sports team, or making moves in a Fortune 500 company. If you’re serious about growth, let’s talk. artofcoaching.com/mentoring . Master the Skill No One Thinks About, But Everyone Needs No one wakes up thinking, I need to improve my communication. But we all want less drama, more productivity, and to stop wasting time. The key? Sharpening how you communicate. Think of it like a martial art—you’ll never perfect

Mon, March 10, 2025

E368 | How to Stand Out as a Speaker: The Details Everyone Misses

Most people focus on the big moments when preparing for a speech, but true professionals know it’s the small, overlooked details that make all the difference.  In this episode, Brett answers one of the most common questions he gets:  “What’s your process for preparing to give a keynote or in-service?” Pulling from hard-earned experience over the past decade, he walks through the non-negotiables and need-to-knows before stepping onto any stage - whether it's a small local event, a professional sports team in-service, or a Fortune 500 leadership summit. Whether you’re a veteran of the stage or preparing for your first time on the mic, this episode serves as a checklist for the extra steps that place you in the upper echelon. In this episode, Brett lays out exactly what you need to craft an impactful presentation and leave a lasting impression. You’ll learn: How to research the stakeholders and uncover the one key question you must answer The critical logistical details—room setup, tech capabilities, and flow—that can’t be overlooked Why small gestures of appreciation, like handwritten notes or gifts, strengthen your relationship with the host How to adapt your content to fit the audience so your message truly resonates How to use your talk as a conduit to connect ideas, open doors, and solidify your place in the fraternity of respected speakers SPEAKER SCHOOL – Regret is Expensive. Step Up Now! The best speakers don’t just talk—they adapt. Yet too many talented people hesitate, watching fakers and charlatans steal the spotlight. The last thing you want is to lay your head on your pillow at night, wishing you had shared your message with the world. Speaker School is for leaders, coaches, and professionals who refuse to let fear or doubt hold them back. This two-day workshop gives you the reps, feedback, and coaching you need to own the room—whether that’s a boardroom, a locker room, or a stage. Our next Speaker School is April 26-27, with another in October. We keep the number of attendees low to make sure you get the focus and attention you deserve.  Click here to lock in your spot - before someone else takes the stage from you. Related Episodes: E295: Public Speaking Tips Part 1: How Much Content Is Enough When Presenting E297: Public Speaking Tips Part 2: The Ultimate Keynote Preparation Checklist E298: Public Speaking Tips Part 3: Using Strategic Storytelling To Create A Compelling Message Follow Us: Website: ArtofCoaching.com </

Mon, March 03, 2025

E367 | How Busy People Can Best Use AI to Enhance Their Thinking, Not Replace It

In a world where AI is becoming part of everything we do, the big question isn’t if you should use it—it’s how you should use it. Are you using AI to sharpen your thinking and free up mental bandwidth? Or is it slowly making you more dependent, less strategic, and mentally lazy without you realizing it? In this episode, I break down: ✅ How high performers and busy people use AI to enhance their thinking—not replace it ✅ Ways AI can help you improve clarity, strategy, and execution—if used correctly ✅ The red flags that AI is making you weaker, not sharper ✅ How to offload mental overwhelm without losing cognitive strength ✅ Real-life examples of how I use AI in my business, content creation, and decision-making The goal isn’t to resist AI—it’s to make sure you’re using it as a tool that enhances your skills instead of slowly eroding them. Tune in to learn how to stay sharp, adaptable, and in control while leveraging AI the right way. SPEAKER SCHOOL- The best speakers don’t just talk—they adapt. Speaker School is for leaders, coaches, and professionals who want to deliver with clarity, confidence, and impact in any setting. This two-day workshop gives you the reps, feedback, and coaching you need to own the room—whether that’s a boardroom, a locker room, or a stage. Our next Speaker School is April 26-27, with another in October. We keep the number of attendees low to make sure you get the focus and attention you deserve.  Click here to lock in your spot! LIVE EVENTS- The best don’t train alone. If you want to lead, communicate, and perform under pressure, you need reps. Our live events force adaptation in real time so you build confidence and skill where it matters most. Check out The Apprenticeship, Speaker School, and more at artofcoaching.com/events . 1-ON-1 MENTORING- Tough conversations, career shifts, building credibility—you don’t have to navigate it alone. Our one-on-one mentoring is customized to your situation, helping you strategize, communicate, and make real progress. Skip the fluff. Get direct, experience-driven coaching that meets you where you are. Apply now at artofcoaching.com/mentoring . Follow Us: Website: ArtofCoaching.com Instagram: @coach_brettb X: @coach_brettb

Mon, February 24, 2025

E366 | How to Be Better at Code Switching

We all wear different hats throughout the day. One minute, you’re locked in at work, making quick decisions under pressure. Next, you’re at home, where that same intensity doesn’t fly. Maybe you’re presenting to a boardroom in the morning and coaching your kid’s team in the evening. Each situation demands a different approach. If you don’t adjust, you misfire. The ability to shift gears seamlessly, whether in leadership, relationships, or daily interactions isn't just communication, it’s a survival skill. Code switching is what allows you to maintain credibility, control perception, and navigate high-stakes situations effectively. Yet many struggle with it, staying locked into one mode, bringing the wrong energy into conversations, or feeling like adapting means being “fake.” So how do you get better at code-switching without losing authenticity? How do you manage the cognitive load of shifting roles, control your tone and presence, and ensure that every interaction hits the mark? That’s exactly what we’re breaking down in this episode. Listen in as Brett breaks down this misunderstood skill and shares practical strategies to help you switch gears with confidence, plus other key insights, including: The difference between code-switching and contextual competence and why it matters How to recognize your default mode and when it helps or holds you back Rituals that help you reset and shift gears between roles Scripts to help prompt others into their best selves in the moment THE APPRENTICESHIP- If today's episode hit home, you already know that reading about code-switching isn’t enough—you need reps. That’s exactly what we give you at The Apprenticeship. This isn’t a passive lecture or a cookie-cutter leadership seminar. You’ll be on your feet, in the mix, and under pressure, practicing the art of communication in real-world scenarios. Whether you struggle with tough conversations, handling objections, or shifting your message to fit the moment, this event will challenge you, stretch you, and make you better. No gimmicks. No fluff. Just high-stakes practice in a safe but demanding environment. Join us for our next one in Phoenix, AZ, on June 7-8.  Click here to learn more and secure your spot today!  *Early Bird Pricing Until May 7th SPEAKER SCHOOL- The best speakers don’t just talk—they adapt. Speaker School is for leaders, coaches, and professionals who want to deliver with clarity, confidence, and impact in any setting. This two-day workshop gives you the reps, feedback, and coaching you need to own the room—whether that’s a boardroom, a locker room, or a stage. Our next Speaker School is April 26-27, with another in October. We keep the number of attendees

Mon, February 17, 2025

E365 | How to Get Things Done When Progress Feels Impossible

You can’t make this stuff up.  Every time you finally sit down to tackle the project you know needs to get done, something gets in the way. You get sick. A family member needs help. You lose your job or suffer a major professional setback. And let’s be honest, sometimes the biggest obstacle…is you. The crazier or more unpredictable the distraction, the more likely it seems to happen. So how do we stop getting knocked off course? How do we sidestep the constant barrage of setbacks, gather ourselves, and take that crucial first step forward? How do we keep chipping away at what we know we need to do—despite the world, other people, and the version of ourselves that would rather avoid the struggle? In today’s episode, Brett shares his journey and the lessons we can all take from it. Whether you're writing a book, tackling a big professional project, or mending a broken relationship, there’s something here for everyone. Tune in for insight into: Winning the battle against chronic overthinking and perfectionism The importance of the messy rough draft or painful first step Seizing momentum through brutal sprints How to use constraints to your advantage Determining what must be sacrificed to achieve your end goal We’re excited to bring you TWO NEW EVENTS coming later this year! Writer’s Workshop - Whether you’re crafting social media posts, blogs, or even your first book, writing doesn’t have to be a solitary, soul-sucking grind. Choose between personalized 1-on-1 coaching or join a small, live, two-day workshop (limited to 10 participants) where we’ll help take the pain out of penning and show you how to put your unique style onto the page. Private Retreat at AOC HQ - Join us in Phoenix, AZ, for an exclusive two-day retreat tailored entirely to you. With personalized plans, access to our gym and pool, private suites, and the camaraderie of like-minded individuals, you’ll leave with clarity, focus, and renewed energy to crush your goals. Don’t miss these opportunities. Email us at info@artofcoaching.com to learn more and secure your spot today! Referenced Resource: Drives Quiz - Stop letting setbacks control your progress and uncover what’s holding you back. And wait, did we mention it’s FREE! Related Episodes: E360 | The Key To Making Progress and Staying Consistent When Life Gets Hectic Follow Us: Website: ArtofCoaching.com Instagram: @coach_brettb X: @coach_brettb

Mon, February 10, 2025

E364 | In Case You Missed It E259: Understanding and Overcoming Perfectionism

DONE. You’ve finally finished the big project you’ve been agonizing over. But as you prepare to hit send, print, submit - whatever - all you feel is doubt.  Despite the preparation and time you’ve put in, you can’t help but think about all the ways this “finished product” isn’t good enough. This is just one example of how perfectionism can manifest in our day-to-day lives; how it can hold us back, make us feel anxious - even depressed - and how it can keep us from making the type of progress we so desperately seek within our personal and professional lives. Today we’re going to explore the topic of perfectionism in depth. Tune in as we dive into: The various definitions and “symptoms” (8:40) It’s origins, including the 5 Factor Model of Personality (23:15) The difference between perfectionism and healthy striving (29:30) Non-traditional strategies for overcoming it (44:00) 📢 Last Call! Our next Speaker School is April 26-27 , with another one on October 11-12 . Email info@artofcoaching.com with the phrase "I listen" to get 10% off the date of your choice! Send Us Your Staff! Tackle leadership challenges with tailored workshops trusted by Apple, NFL teams, and Canadian Special Forces. Gain actionable tools for managing emotions, de-escalating tension, and rebuilding culture. Email us at info@artofcoaching.com to learn more, and visit artofcoaching.com to see how we can help. Ever wonder what books we recommend on topics like leadership, communication, psychology, and beyond? Check out our curated reading list, which we get asked about just as much as today’s topic! Visit artofcoaching.com/readinglist to dive in and find your next great read. If you’d like go go deeper on this and other related topics - here are some great previous episodes that pair nicely with this one: E49: Productivity That Matters E76: Getting Out Of Your Own Way E93: The Sin of Self Promotion E95: Context and Proving Others “Wrong” E105: Overcoming Imposter Phenomenon  E146: How To Deal with Overwhelm and Burnout E147: Gabby Reece - Elimi

Mon, February 03, 2025

E363 | How to Guide Someone Who's Stuck Or Languishing

We’ve all been there. Stuck, unmotivated, and unsure of what to do or where to go next. And just as we’ve struggled, we’ve also had to help others who can’t seem to move forward. Whether you’re a leader, manager, mentor, or just someone who wants to be more effective in tough conversations, knowing how to cut through resistance is a critical skill. People don’t just fear failure, they fear success. Staying stuck, or just refusing to advance, feels safer than the prospect of higher expectations and the weight of added responsibility.  People are complicated, and it’s not as simple as offering advice or motivation. Different personalities bring different sources of resistance, and pushing too hard, or in the wrong way, can backfire. So how do you actually help? How do you guide someone toward action without overwhelming them? In this episode, we break down the principles of managing these interactions so you can help them get out of their own way without getting stuck yourself. In this practical episode, Brett covers:  How to distill and discern why they feel stuck Scripts for open-ended questions that foster agency and self-discovery A framework for building a plan focused on securing the small wins first Tools to build and sustain momentum–and when to check in Why the victim mindset is so destructive and how to set boundaries to protect yourself SPEAKER SCHOOL – Are you someone who struggles with social anxiety? How about pitching more effectively in meetings? Maybe you’re already on a speaker circuit but looking to sharpen your next message? Speaker School is built for you. This two-day immersive workshop isn’t just another public speaking course. It’s a live training experience where you’ll get real reps and detailed feedback in a supportive environment with like-minded peers who have the same goal as you - to take a massive step forward. Best of all, you’ll leave with proven tools and strategies to continue improving long after the event, so you’re not just better for a weekend, but for years to come. 📢 Last Call! Our next Speaker School is April 26-27 , with another one on October 11-12 . Email info@artofcoaching.com with the phrase "I listen" to get 10% off the date of your choice! Don’t put this off any longer. Lock in your spot NOW! READING LIST – Ever wonder what books we recommend on topics like leadership, communication, psychology, and beyond? Check out our curated reading list, which we get asked about just as much as today’s topic! Visit artofcoaching.com/readinglist to dive i

Mon, January 27, 2025

E362 | MOST SHARED E299: How to Quit Being a People Pleaser

This week, we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes, and a topic people continue to ask us about.  People pleasing. We’ve all seen it before (whether we recognized it or not) - constantly being agreeable, always saying yes, never setting any boundaries - all to the point of self-destruction.  If you haven’t experienced it yourself, it’s likely you’ve witnessed someone else demonstrate these behaviors.  And although it may have short-term benefits, we know that these self-destructive tendencies are not sustainable, and can lead to mental, physical, and emotional exhaustion and burnout. If this is something you think you might struggle with, or if you know someone who does, today’s episode provides a wide variety of perspectives on what “people pleasing” can look like in the day to day world, a number of root causes, and a handful of different solutions you can use to help you manage these behaviors. More specifically, Brett dives into:  Quotes that hit - some of the most impactful sound bites I’ve heard on the topic What drives you?  How our drives can lead us into unhealthy people pleasing behaviors The downside to many of the mainstream self-help resources that address the topic The necessary self-reflection that has to take place before we can make long-lasting behavioral changes Host your own AOC Inservice - Tackle leadership challenges with tailored workshops trusted by Apple, NFL teams, and Canadian Special Forces. Gain actionable tools for managing emotions, de-escalating tension, and rebuilding culture. Email us at info@artofcoaching.com to learn more, and visit artofcoaching.com to see how we can help. AOC Private Mentoring Retreat - Join us in Phoenix for a two-day retreat focused on resetting and crushing your goals. With custom coaching, private suites, and access to exclusive facilities, this experience is built for you. Email info@artofcoaching.com to secure your spot! Improv Only Workshop - Boost problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork through fun, interactive improv games. Trusted by Google and pro sports teams, this workshop delivers skills that stick. Email info@artofcoaching.com with "Improv Only Workshop" in the subject line. Referenced Resources: E210: Assertiveness: How To Ask For What You Want & Get What You Need E207: How Perception Impacts Communication & Relationships E208: Robert Greene: Mastering Human Nature and Facing Your Flaws E200: What To Do When Trying To Help Makes Stuff Worse E176: When Positive Thinking Doesn’t

Mon, January 20, 2025

E361 | Tips for De-Escalating a Heated Conflict

We’ve all been there, and watched it happen from afar.  Something happens, and the temperature starts to rise. Tempers flare, and the situation becomes heated. These moments can reveal sides of us we’re not particularly proud of. How should we respond when life gets tense and others lack empathy or communicate in passive-aggressive ways? What actions can we take to navigate these difficult interactions without making things worse?  To move forward, we must find a way to counter our adrenaline, exude control, and convey compassion. Avoidance is never the answer. The only way out is through. In today’s practical, real-world episode, Brett discusses: The #1 thing people ultimately want in conflict Conflict archetypes and the importance of knowing which one you are How and when to make concessions without “losing” or admitting fault Why taking a pause or a deep breath isn’t the most practical advice BONUS: A crash course in how to NOT piss people off  Want to host your own AOC Inservice? As a leader, you’ve likely thought, “There’s got to be a better way to handle this.” That’s where we come in. We’ve helped organizations like Apple, Microsoft, NFL and MLS teams, and even the Canadian Special Forces tackle tough topics like managing culture and navigating messy internal dynamics. Each inservice is tailored to the unique needs of your team. This isn’t a cookie-cutter, feel-good workshop. We deliver actionable tools to manage emotions, de-escalate tension, rebuild culture, and communicate more effectively - tools you can apply NOW. Email us at info@artofcoaching.com to learn more, and visit artofcoaching.com to see how we can help. Come spend two days with us at AOC HQ! This year, we’re thrilled to open our doors in Phoenix, AZ, for an exclusive two-day retreat tailored entirely to you! With a personalized curriculum, access to our gym and pool, private suites, and the camaraderie of like-minded individuals, you’ll leave with clarity, focus, and renewed energy to crush your goals. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by! Email us at info@artofcoaching.com to learn more and secure your spot today. Improv Only Workshop Work in a high-stakes environment that demands constant focus? If you or your team need to disconnect and have fun—while building skills like problem-solving, active listening, and creative thinking—this workshop is for you! Top companies like Google and professional sports teams have hired US to run these workshops, using games inspired by Whose Line Is It Anyway? tailored to meet specific professional goals. They’ve seen tremendous value, and we’re confident you will too.</

Mon, January 13, 2025

E360 | The Key to Making Progress and Staying Consistent When Life is Hectic

Have you ever heard the phrase, "no plan survives first contact," or, "everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face"?  These sayings might sound dramatic, but let’s be honest, they ring true. Life has a way of throwing curveballs at us, especially when we’re chasing our biggest, scariest goals. When that happens, we’re often quick to rationalize, intellectualize, or make excuses for why we didn’t follow through. It’s human nature, but it doesn’t have to be the end of the story. The real question is: how can we stay the course, even when the unexpected happens? Consistency is the truest measure of excellence and a life well lived. So, how do we tether ourselves to it? How do we make progress and avoid giving ground to the circumstances and stressors, both good and bad, that we inevitably face? In this motivational episode, we cover: The most important component of credibility and how to maintain it How to stay consistent in the areas of life where progress and growth are critical Building your own daily tracker to hold yourself accountable  Avoiding the rut and keeping momentum alive, one small task at a time Have a topic or question you’d like us to tackle on the podcast? Let us know at artofcoaching.com/question . We’re always striving to make our content as impactful and helpful as possible for our loyal listeners. If you’d like our daily productivity template sent directly to your inbox for FREE, subscribe to our newsletter! Visit artofcoaching.com/begin to be the first to gain access to new courses, event dates, exclusive discounts, and new resources. Click here to stay in the loop! We’re excited to announce the launch of TWO NEW EVENTS in 2025! Writer’s Workshop - Whether you’re crafting social media posts, blogs, or even your first book, writing doesn’t have to be a solitary, soul-sucking grind. Choose between personalized 1-on-1 coaching or join a small, live, two-day workshop (limited to 10 participants) where we’ll help take the pain out of penning and show you how to put your unique style onto the page. Private Retreat at AOC HQ - Join us in Phoenix, AZ, for an exclusive two-day retreat tailored entirely to you. With personalized plans, access to our gym and pool, private suites, and the camaraderie of like-minded individuals, you’ll leave with clarity, focus, and renewed energy to crush your goals. Don’t miss these opportunities. Email us at info@artofcoaching.com to learn more and secure your spot today! Ready to take action and improve your professional life? The Coalition is a mentoring group for anyone seriou

Mon, January 06, 2025

E359 | Why You Need to Own Your Sh** to Be a Better Leader

New year, new you, right?  Many of us set resolutions and goals this time of year, which is a great way to start fresh. But let’s be honest: flipping the calendar doesn’t magically fix everything in our lives. If we want to truly step up as leaders, spouses, parents, or high achievers, we need to confront the uncomfortable “stuff” we’ve been avoiding. It’s about unpacking the baggage we’ve been dragging along, facing it head-on, and making the changes that not only improve our lives but also ripple out to everyone around us. It’s not easy. In fact, it might be harder than losing that last 15 pounds or finally contributing more to your retirement—but that’s why you’re here. So let’s get to work. In today’s episode, Brett discusses: Carl Jung’s concept of The Shadow and how it can help you become a better leader The true definition of culture and how to forge a resilient group identity Strategies to recognize and address your internal struggles The damage caused when avoided baggage “leaks” out onto our loved ones Today’s episode touched on unpacking your inner baggage—the rationalizations, intellectualizing, and excuses that hold you back. If you’re ready to take action, there’s no better place to work on yourself than at one of our live workshops. Join us at The Apprenticeship in New Jersey this March , where we’ll dive into human behavior, why we act the way we do, and how to overcome the obstacles we create for ourselves. Through interactive activities like improv and practical exercises, you’ll walk away with tools to lead more effectively—both personally and professionally. Check out all of our 2025 dates at artofcoaching.com/events . Don’t wait, spaces fill fast! Ready to take action and improve your professional life? The Coalition is a mentoring group for anyone who’s serious about growth, without the fluff or pretension of a typical “mastermind.” Whether you’re dreaming of leaving the corporate grind to start your own small business, running a business but ready to scale to the next level, or simply looking to make bold moves in your career, this group is for you. With two recorded Zoom calls a month, we provide a private, welcoming environment where you’ll gain clarity, accountability, and a trusted community that pushes you to take real, meaningful action. This isn’t just another networking group, it’s a place to focus on what matters and actually get things done. Applications for the next round starting in 2025 are open now. Apply at artofcoaching.com/coalition . If you want to uncover what truly drives you—and what moves

Mon, December 30, 2024

E358 | BEST OF & MOST SHARED: E281: How to Get Better at Receiving Feedback

This week, we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes, because the questions about this topic just keep coming! While giving feedback is a skill many want to master, the real secret lies in learning how to receive it. (’Tis the inverse of the season) Hearing where we can improve is tough, and the common advice about giving feedback—like the “sandwich technique”—often falls flat in real-world situations. Instead of sharing surface-level tactics, we’re diving into strategies that actually work, both for receiving and giving feedback effectively. In this throwback episode, we cover: The science behind why we often respond poorly to feedback Why rationalizing doesn’t help (and how to stop doing it) What to say when you receive feedback you don’t understand or agree with When it’s appropriate to reject someone’s feedback THE COALITION – Hurry, the doors are closing soon! Less than a month left to apply for the next round. The Coalition is a mentoring group designed for busy professionals ready to grow. With two recorded Zoom calls a month, we provide a private, welcoming environment where you’ll gain clarity, accountability, and the support of a community that pushes you to take action. This group is for everyone—whether you’re taking on new projects at work and need guidance, ready to turn your side hustle into your main gig, or an experienced professional looking to scale your business. The Coalition is your personal group of trusted advisors to help you focus on what truly matters. No fluff, just real progress. Apply now at artofcoaching.com/coalition/ READING LIST – Ever wonder what books we recommend on topics like leadership, communication, psychology, and beyond? Check out our curated reading list, which we get asked about just as much as today’s topic! Visit artofcoaching.com/readinglist to dive in and find your next great read.  ALL THE FREE STUFF – If the reading list isn’t quite enough for you and you want to check out our other free resources, we’ve got plenty to choose from! Head over to artofcoaching.com/resources to see what’s available and start exploring. COME SEE US – Think the free stuff is good? Imagine the impact of connecting with us in person! Check out the 2025 Art of Coaching Live Events calendar to see what we’re cooking up. Don’t miss your chance to join us for a transformative experience! STAY IN THE LOOP – Sign up for our newsletter at artofcoaching.com/begin to stay updated on our latest content, exclusive discounts, and early access to events. Don’t mis

Mon, December 23, 2024

E357 | One of My Favorite Tools for Avoiding Regrets in Conversations that Matter

Regret. It’s a loaded word, especially around the holidays.  But it doesn’t have to be as painful as it seems. Imagine the peace of mind that comes with knowing you’ve done everything in your power to let someone truly understand where you’re coming from and why. How can we hold ourselves accountable and ensure we’re not the problem in those critical moments? Maybe you’re one of the lucky ones who doesn’t have heavy personal issues to navigate. Instead, you want to show up for your team, lead with intention, and set bold goals for the year ahead. To do that, clear communication skills are essential, not just for closing this year but for leveling up in the next. Here’s the truth: self-awareness is a gift greater than anything you’ll find under the tree. This episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you be more present and intentional in every moment of your life, whether big or small. In this episode, Brett discusses: Multiple frameworks to evaluate and improve any interaction The importance of removing the mask and showing up authentically in conversations Avoidance patterns and the hidden cost of not engaging *BONUS* A script to coax someone into loosening a verbal headlock If you’d like a FREE PDF on this topic sign up for our newsletter at artofcoaching.com/begin . Not only will the PDF be sent directly to your inbox, but you’ll get first access to new courses, event dates, and exclusive updates! Click here to subscribe. Give the gift of the timeless text that started it all! Fill your stockings with a signed copy of the book that launched AOC, Conscious Coaching . It’s a great gift for friends, family, or even your entire staff. Bulk orders are available, and each book will be personally signed! Your support of our small business means the world to us. We’re incredibly grateful for the chance to personally thank you for being part of our community! THE COALITION – Hurry, the doors are closing soon! Only one month left to apply for the next round. The Coalition is a mentoring group designed for busy professionals ready to grow. With two recorded Zoom calls a month, we provide a private, welcoming environment where you’ll gain clarity, accountability, and the support of a community that pushes you to take action. This group is for everyone—whether you’re taking on new projects at work and need guidance, ready to turn your side hustle into your main gig, or an experienced professional looking to scale your business. The Coalition is your personal group of trusted advisors to help you focus on what truly matters. No fluff, just real progres

Mon, December 16, 2024

E356 | Advice for When You've Hit a Low Point and Don't Want to Spiral

There’s nowhere lonelier in the world than rock bottom.  It’s a place where overwhelm, anxiety, and uncertainty feel relentless, and the total weight of your burden makes moving forward seem impossible. Staying down is a choice, but it’s one that you really can’t afford to make. Before you pick yourself up, you need to know exactly where you are. When you recognize where the demons holding you down come from, you can see the path you need to take to fight back and regain control.  It’s not about hacks, quick fixes, or the perfect framework. It’s about facing the hard truth head-on, with squared shoulders, and taking action, even when the easy choice is to stay down. In this episode we cover: The three most common responses to overwhelm and a “salty” alternative How to categorize our stressors so we can divide and conquer Self discrepancy theory and making peace with our whole selves Investing in yourself and the pitfalls of “playing tight” To get the most out of this episode, and every episode in our library, download our free bonus reflection question sheets . They’re designed to help you think deeper, organize your thoughts, apply what you’ve learned, and TAKE ACTION. You still have time to take advantage of our HOLIDAY SALE!  Visit artofcoaching.com/blackfriday to take advantage of these limited-time deals: 30% OFF COURSES – Build your skills in leadership, communication, and more at your own pace.   20% OFF MENTORING – Get personalized coaching tailored to your specific goals. 10% OFF LIVE EVENTS – Join us for hands-on workshops and connect with like-minded professionals. These are the largest discounts we offer all year. Treat yourself—or someone else this holiday season—to the gift of more meaningful connections, deeper personal growth, and becoming a more effective leader.. Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Fill your stockings with a signed copy of Conscious Coaching . It’s a great gift for friends, family, or even your entire staff. Bulk orders are available, and each book will be personally signed! Your support of our small business means the world to us. We’re incredibly grateful for the chance to personally thank you for being part of our community! THE APPRENTICESHIP – We’re heading to the Northeast March 22-23 for our ONLY stop in the Northeast next year! Join us at King Strength & Performance in Livingston, NJ, for a hands

Mon, December 09, 2024

E355 | Mind Games: How the Content You Consume is Controlling You

This is not a “social media is bad” episode.  That conversation has been talked to death. The truth is, very few things are inherently good or bad—it’s all in how you use them. But today’s episode is about how they use you. If “they” were writing this, they’d correct me and say, it’s how we allow them to use us. What makes the algorithm so effective at manipulating our sense of self worth and exploiting our deepest insecurities? Why do we fall into cycles of comparison, inadequacy, and pleasure seeking that keep us hooked? More importantly, how can we recognize these traps and reclaim control before they erode our self identity and damage our relationships? This episode is raw and unfiltered, straight from the heart and brutally honest. Brett speaks uncomfortable truths, using current cultural trends to challenge how we think and act. In this episode, Brett unpacks: Self-completion theory and why the “never enough” voice always catches our ear How to audit the “feed” that’s fueling your thoughts Engaging with content intentionally and seeing things from the other side Living the life you’re called to without falling for the pain avoidance lie There’s so much more covered in this episode than we could ever fit into this description! To get the most out of this episode, and every episode in our library, download our free bonus reflection question sheets . They’re designed to help you think deeper, apply what you’ve learned, and TAKE ACTION. OUR HOLIDAY/BLACK FRIDAY SALE IS STILL ON! Visit artofcoaching.com/blackfriday to take advantage of these limited-time deals: 30% OFF COURSES – Build your skills in leadership, communication, and more at your own pace.   20% OFF MENTORING – Get personalized coaching tailored to your specific goals. 10% OFF LIVE EVENTS – Join us for hands-on workshops and connect with like-minded professionals. These are the largest discounts we offer all year. Treat yourself—or someone else this holiday season—to the gift of more meaningful connections, deeper personal growth, and becoming a more effective leader.. THE COALITION - We’re all busy, but we still strive to grow. How do you truly measure progress? It can be a tough pill to swallow, but it’s worth remembering: intentions mean nothing without action. If you need help distinguishing between what’s urgent and what truly matters in your brand or business, then this group is for you! Think of it as your personal board of advisors—no BS, just a cl

Mon, December 02, 2024

E354 | Am I Lazy Or Just Mentally Drained?

Lazy.  It's one of the most shameful things you can be. And it's largely a title or accusation we make of ourselves. Why do we so frequently feel utterly drained, craving time to unwind and escape reality? Is there a way to not just reclaim that time, but to structure our days more intentionally to prevent fatigue from building and spiraling into a never-ending cycle? What can we do to finally experience relief and regain control? In today’s episode, Brett provides a framework to identify the warning signs, uncover the deeper issues at play, and ensure these feelings don’t erode your self-worth. In this episode, we explore: Psychological insights explaining why we feel so depleted How to prioritize and structure your week to optimize work and rest Mini retreats, transition rituals, and other tools to mentally reset during the day Strategies for filling your cup and consistently showing up for YOURSELF Today’s episode comes from a listener request! If you have a topic or question, submit it at artofcoaching.com/question . For deeper discussions and practical advice on this topic and more, join our private community —where you can connect directly with Brett, our Facilitators, and other like-minded individuals. OUR BLACK FRIDAY SALE IS STILL ON! Visit artofcoaching.com/blackfriday to take advantage of these limited-time deals: 30% OFF COURSES – Build your skills in leadership, communication, and more at your own pace.   20% OFF MENTORING – Get personalized coaching tailored to your specific goals. 10% OFF LIVE EVENTS – Join us for hands-on workshops and connect with like-minded professionals. These are the largest discounts we offer all year. This sale won’t last long—check it out now and save big! Are you an avid listener or consumer of our content but haven’t yet read the foundational book at the heart of what we do? Purchase a signed edition of Conscious Coaching , and proceeds will support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Foundation and the Alzheimer’s Association. We are a small business and your support helps us continue our mission, and we’re grateful to have you in our community. Related Episodes: E76 | Getting Out of Your Own Way E133 | Taking Responsibility For Your Own Growth <a href='https://arto

Mon, November 25, 2024

E353 | What to Do If You Feel Like You're Stagnating

Have you ever felt stuck or stagnant?  That restless feeling like you’re spinning your wheels, going nowhere fast, yet knowing deep down that you need to break free. Stagnation isn’t just about a lack of progress; it’s a state of mind that can creep into any part of your life—your career, your relationships, or even your personal growth. But the good news? Feeling stuck is a signal, not a sentence. If you’re hard on yourself, hold high expectations, and tend to overthink, this episode is for you. Brett shares tips and strategies to help you break free from your own head and get back on track.  Listen in for insights on these topics and more: How to create and leverage your own “minimum viable day” Making friends with the monster and how to embrace our struggles The power of failure simulations Why using an “I Got This Done” list may be more helpful than your “To Do” list Don’t miss out! Our biggest sale of the year is coming—Black Friday is just around the corner, and you’ll want to be the first to know. Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the loop on exclusive updates, event dates, and first access to our best deals. Be ready when the sale drops! Subscribe here . THE APPRENTICESHIP – We’re heading to the Northeast March 22-23 for our ONLY stop in the region next year! Join us at King Strength & Performance in Livingston, NJ, for a hands-on, 2-day workshop designed to transform how you lead, communicate, and connect. Whether you’re looking to develop leadership skills, improve your ability to sell, navigate tough conversations, or gain a deeper understanding of strategic communication and power dynamics, this course is for you. No fluff—just real practice, coaching, and feedback. You’ll leave with actionable tools, including a communication evaluation framework to handle any conversation with confidence. Discounts are available for first responders, students, and groups, plus early bird pricing is LIVE NOW until February 22, 2025. Email info@artofcoaching.com for more information and reserve your spot today ! Today’s episode is sponsored by Momentous , our trusted partner. When it comes to performance and safety, what you put in your body matters. Momentous products are NSF Certified for Sport, meeting the same rigorous standards required of Olympic athletes. We love their whey protein , creatine , and fish oil for their proven, science-backed resul

Mon, November 18, 2024

E352 | Q&A: How to Manage a Talented But Difficult Individual

When they’re your best player or most productive employee, but ALSO the biggest thorn in your side.  We’ve all been there and had to deal with the type. What do you do? This episode transcends the specific context of coaching a high school athlete to tackle a broader, universal challenge faced by leaders, managers, and professionals everywhere. Whether you’re navigating a workplace dynamic, coaching a team, or leading a group, this discussion will equip you with strategies to help difficult individuals recognize their behavior, foster deeper connections, and ultimately drive meaningful improvement. Brett dives into actionable insights to help you set boundaries, uncover root issues, and avoid falling into the trap of enabling destructive patterns. In this episode, we explore: The importance of setting realistic expectations How to systematically funnel multiple issues to uncover the core problem The real reason behind narcissistic and emotionally immature behavior Facing conflict head-on and the danger of shielding people from consequences  Today’s episode comes from a listener request! If you have a topic or question, submit it at artofcoaching.com/question . For deeper discussions and practical advice, join our private community —free from social media distractions—where you can connect with facilitators and like-minded individuals. Questions? Email us at info@artofcoaching.com . Stay in the loop – Sign up for our newsletter to get first access to new courses, event dates, and exclusive updates: Subscribe here . Attend our live events – Join us for hands-on workshops designed to enhance your leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills: Learn more here . Book Brett as a speaker – Bring Brett to your organization for a powerful, customized keynote or in-service training: Request Brett here . One-on-one mentoring – Work directly with our team to receive personalized coaching and actionable advice tailored to your goals: Apply here . Explore our virtual courses – Timeless lessons on leadership, building buy-in, conquering burnout, and overcoming blindspots to align your career with your personal goals: Enroll now . THE COALITION – Busy but eager to grow? Progress requires action, not just intentions. This group is your personal board of advisors—offering a no-nonsense framework to help you focus on what truly matters. It’s virtua

Mon, November 11, 2024

E351 | Kyle Holland: The Accountability Gap & Facing Uncomfortable Growth

The knot in your stomach. That flush of unease when you know you’ve fallen short of your own standards.  The only way to truly adapt and evolve is through real vulnerability—not the gentle, polished kind from TED talks, but the raw honesty that forces you to confront hard truths about yourself.  This isn’t about stepping out of your comfort zone in a clichéd way; it’s about embracing the discomfort and going to war until you’re fully transformed. Today’s guest, Kyle Holland, knows a thing or two about facing challenges head-on. As an Exercise Physiologist with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, he’s worked in some of the most demanding environments and spent 10 years with the 160th SOAR(A), a Special Operations Unit in the Army. Kyle has also trained professional athletes and MMA fighters at Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning and worked with both the University of Iowa and Louisville’s football programs. A devoted husband and father of three, Kyle brings a grounded perspective to every topic he tackles. In this episode, Brett and Kyle dive into real talk on topics including: Taking accountability for your actions when you’re in the wrong How to turn your setbacks into springboards for grow with grace  Strategies to avoid being cut by the double-edged sword of strengths and weaknesses Why politics gets us so riled up  *Brett reveals a major life change and how he’s choosing to respond We want to thank Kyle for joining us! Follow him on X at @CoachK_Holland and on Instagram @coachkyleholland . You can also find him across the AOC universe—at our live events and online in our digital community . AOC WORLDWIDE - If you’d like to host one of our Live Events in the United States or ABROAD, we’d love to bring AOC directly to you.  This includes Speaker School , Brand Builder, and our new Writer’s Workshop. We’re hitting the road and would love to partner with you to create an amazing experience for you, your team, and your community.  Reach out to us at info@artofcoaching.com and our team will work on the logistics. THE APPRENTICESHIP - We’re coming back to the northeast March 22nd-23rd!  Join us and our friends from King Strength & Performance in Livingston, NJ for our highly interactive 2-day workshop for those looking to improve their ability to communicate, lead, and build strong relationships.  This isn’t a “rah-rah,” motivational, death by powerpoint seminar.  Instead, you’ll experienc

Mon, November 04, 2024

E350 | The End of Year Goal Audit You Need

Audit . It’s one of the most unsettling words in the English dictionary, carrying a connotation of fear and unease that makes people shy away from even the slightest hint of it  But, like most intimidating things, an audit becomes far less daunting once you look at it more closely. One definition of an audit is simply “a systematic review or assessment of something.” Think of it as a straightforward check-in—a moment to take stock of where you stand and where you want to go. At the end of the day, an audit is really about something we talk about time and time again: accountability. It’s a chance to be honest with ourselves about what’s working, what’s not, and how we can move forward with intention. In today’s episode, Brett guides you through practical steps to reflect, recalibrate, and get back on track before the year wraps up. If you wait until January it will be too late. Topics we’ll dive into include: Assessing your goals and determining when to pivot How to  measure growth and allow yourself grace when it’s lacking Identifying your needle movers and deciding if it’s time to double down  Letting go of the things and people who no longer serve you Constructing an immediate action plan to get started NOW If you find this episode helpful, check out our most updated FREE Self – Reflection Guide or browse through any of our other free resources ! We’ve also created an amazing virtual course called Blindspot designed to help you tackle the barriers keeping you from achieving your personal and professional goals. Consider joining our Mighty Networks Digital Community , where you’ll gain access to information, discussion, and a group of professionals (including the AoC Team) who are serious about their development and will help you confront the biggest obstacles keeping you from achieving your goals.  For only $19.99/ month (free cancellation at any time) you can take your communication, leadership, and relationship skills to the next level.  If you’d like to host one of our Live Events in the United States or ABROAD, we’d love to bring AOC directly to you.  This includes Speaker School , Brand Builder, and our new Writer’s Workshop. We’re hitting the road and would love to partner with you to create an amazing experience for you, your team, and your community.  Reach out to us at info@artofcoaching.com and our team will work on the logistics. New to our content? Start

Mon, October 28, 2024

E349 | Overcoming the "I've Tried Everything" Mindset

“I’M DONE.” It’s one of the most frustrating feelings in the world.  You’ve tried everything to fix things but just can’t get through to someone. You keep hitting the wall over and over.  But what if there’s a way to revisit the problem, to approach it from a different angle, and open their minds (and ours) to new possibilities?  In this compact episode, Brett gets straight to the point of navigating these messy situations, helping you zoom out to see the situation for what it truly is, and recognize when it's time to look in the mirror—ultimately leading to a resolution when it feels like all hope is lost. Key subjects covered: Diagnosing the REAL issue: the most crucial first step to solving any problem How to see into your blindspots through someone else’s perspetive Two types of errors, their differences, and how to avoid both The “Triple A Approach” to ensure YOU aren’t the problem Understanding the role our ego plays in the root cause of our discontent One of our missions as a company is to be a beacon for people facing challenges like those we discussed in today’s episode—whether you want to become a better leader or navigate the scary realities of entrepreneurship. Our 1:1 mentoring program was built to fill that gap and provide you with a clear path to progress. Let us know how we can help. Reach out at info@artofcoaching.com . The Apprenticeship - Join us for a live Leadership Training Workshop that will make you more socially agile. When we say “leadership training,” we’re not talking about cliché trust exercises or bland motivational speeches. This workshop dives into the essential skills that people often wish they'd learned earlier—how to manage tough conversations, navigate power dynamics, negotiate effectively, and drive meaningful change. If you're tired of people-problems, want to grow as a leader, or aspire to step into a leadership role, this event is for you! Join us on March 22-23, 2025, in Livingston, NJ, and take your leadership abilities to the next level. Check out our full 2025 live event schedule to find the date and location that work best for you! New to our content? Start with the foundational text that inspired it all— grab a copy of Conscious Coaching today! If you’d like to purchase a signed copy , proceeds will go to supporting the

Mon, October 21, 2024

E348 | Tex McQuilkin: Strategies for Dealing with Poor Coaching and Feedback in Sport

Empty Coaching.  Words and phrases that lack teeth. “Good job! You’re getting there! I like that.” “We’ve got to get better. C’mon, step it up. That’s not what I’m looking for.” We’ve all been guilty of letting these clichés fly out of our mouths at one point or another. But do they actually help inspire change or simply fill the silence? In today’s episode, we cut through these hollow lines and explore how we, as leaders and coaches, can move beyond surface-level feedback to foster both immediate performance improvements and long-term growth..  Brett and our guest, Tex McQuilkin, get to the heart of what makes feedback impactful—what to say, when to say it, and how to become the kind of leader the world truly needs. Tex, a national-level presenter, coach, and content creator, brings his expertise as a certified strength and conditioning specialist and holds a Master’s in health behavior change. He’s led seminars in 16 countries, working with everyone from professional athletes to Navy SEALs. Today’s show is a very fun and honest conversation between two friends and colleagues on a range of topics including: Augmented feedback: the different types and how to make each one impactful The #1 tactic any coach or leader can use to improve IMMEDIATELY Shame as a motivator and our ability to harness negative emotions How treating our thoughts as “tourists” can help us defeat our negativity bias And *BONUS*: What Michael Myers can teach us about coaching We want to thank Tex for joining us! Follow him on Instagram @mcquilkin, check out his new podcast, Captains & Coaches, and catch him across the Art Of Coaching universe—whether at our live events , in our mastermind group The Coalition , or online in our digital community . The Apprenticeship - Become more socially agile with our live Leadership Training Workshop. When we say “leadership training,” we are not referring to cheesy corny trust-falls, motivational speak, or anything of the sorts.  We are talking about the things that people say they wish they would have known earlier in their career and life - how to navigate difficult people and conversations, power dynamics, negotiations, and implement change. If you deal with people-problems at all, if you’re in a leadership position or want to be in a leadership role, if you want LESS DRAMA - you need to get to this event! Check out our entire 2025 live event schedule for the best date and location for you! New to our content? Start with the found

Mon, October 14, 2024

E347 | Dr. Emma Hite: Managing Motherhood, Expectations and Life Transitions

Our lives are not the movies.   When sudden, unpredictable events like family hardships or natural disasters strike, it can feel like we’re living in one. But more often, the changes in our stories are subtle.  The turmoil is internal, and we’re left to wrestle with our challenges quietly, on our own.  Today’s guest is no stranger to this real-life push and pull. She knows what it’s like to juggle the expectations of motherhood, navigate life transitions, and manage the chaos that comes with it all. Dr. Emma Laird, PT, DPT, OCS is a board-certified physical therapist at Pro Kinetix in Oakland, California, specializing in orthopedic care. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from MGH Institute of Health Professions and is a certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. Emma brings a holistic approach to helping her clients return to their favorite activities while promoting lifelong movement health. A Bay Area native, Emma is passionate about sports and strength training, values she learned early on from her active upbringing. When she's not working, she enjoys spending time with her fiancé, their dog, exploring local breweries, and staying active outdoors. Today’s show is a real-world conversation on topics such as: Maintaining a healthy connection with your partner during a season of change The myth of our “best self” and how optimal is fluid Managing internal and external pressures on your career during family changes  Redefining success and recalibrating your goals to align with your new life path The power of showing up consistently as your authentic, imperfect self We want to thank Emma for joining us! If you’re in the Oakland, CA area and need help recovering from an injury, visit her and her team at Pro Kinetix . You can also find her in our Art Of Coaching universe facilitating one of our live events and online in our digital community . The Apprenticeship - Bottom line, this is for anyone who coaches, mentors, or helps others in any capacity. It’s for leaders who aren’t just talking about personal growth but are ready for a different type of challenge. Our live leadership training workshop goes beyond the usual clichés. No cheesy trust falls or empty motivational speeches. We dive into the real skills you wish you’d learned earlier in life: navigating tough conversations, handling difficult people, managing power dynamics, and driving real change. If you deal with people-problems at all, are in a leadership position, or want to step into one—and if you're ready to turn personal growth f

Mon, October 07, 2024

E346 | The Cost of Silence and Not Putting Yourself Out There

We’ve all heard the motivational phrase, “Failure isn’t an option.” It sounds inspiring, but is it really true?  Failure, in reality, is an option—often chosen in the form of inaction, silence, or the unwillingness to engage. How many times have you held back an idea, avoided speaking up, or let a moment pass because of the fear of judgment? Playing it safe is extremely tragic. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the cost of silence and the hidden price we pay by not putting ourselves out there. What’s really stopping us from stepping forward? And what can we do to shift from apprehension to action?  In this tough love episode, Brett takes the gloves off and gets real about: The evolutionary roots behind our fear of rejection How our ego is the true source behind our hesitation to engage Criticism, its inevitability, and how to turn it into data Harnessing pride as a shield to protect against self-devaluation Navigating the fear of success versus the fear of failure Referenced Episodes: E259 | Understanding and Overcoming Perfectionism E105 | Overcoming Imposter Phenomenon Recommended Resources: Imposter Phenomenon Manual : If you struggle with imposter phenomenon, we created a free manual that many people have found to be super-helpful. It’s become one of our most downloaded resources, check it out! Podcast Reflections : Did you know that we create worksheets to help you apply the lessons for each episode? To receive full access to all the reflections from previous and future episodes, click here . Mighty Networks Digital Community: If you’d like to test your ideas with Brett and our Facilitators, while connecting with like-minded individuals, consider joining our private digital community! For just $19.99/month (with free cancellation anytime), you’ll enhance your communication, leadership, and relationship skills. Don’t miss out— join us today! If you’d like to become more confident in front of a group and learn how to deliver a more potent message, Speaker School is the perfect event for you! Whether you’re someone who needs to overcome the debilitating effect of social anxiety, or you’re a well-practiced TED presenter, this is the perfect place to get some heads-down time to focus and improve, no matter where you are in your journey. This live 2

Mon, September 30, 2024

E345 | In Case You Missed It E202: Why Facts and Logic Don't Change Our Minds

Why would someone hold on to a false or inaccurate belief even when you’ve laid out all the facts and logic in front of them? You couldn’t have been more clear in presenting your argument! Your reasoning is solid, but maybe it’s not the absence of evidence that’s preventing them from changing their perspective—it might be the way the information was delivered... Today’s show is one of our keystone episodes, unlocking why constructive communication often fails to get off the ground. Brett is joined by Ali Kershner in-studio for a deep dive into the tactics that will help you get your point across more effectively and give you the best chance to change someone’s behavior.  Grab a pen and download the reflection questions because this episode is hands-on and loaded with tactical information and strategies you can implement at work, home and anywhere you deal with people.   You'll learn: How to identify the areas you’re stubborn in and need to change The different types of persuasion and the impact of each How time can impact a person's decision making  Gaining perspective through role playing The tactics and strategies behind our popular online courses and in person events that you can use to relate to the drive of the individual you are trying to convince  IF YOU’VE BEEN WAITING, THE TIME IS NOW - If you know you aren’t as good as you could be when speaking to an audience, it’s time to step up and make a change. Speaker School is the ideal place to get better in front of people, regardless of the situation.  This live 2 day experience not only gives you the knowledge you need to create a logical and clear presentation, but provides you with a safe environment to fail, filled with people who want you to succeed and who will give you the feedback and encouragement you need to improve.  Join us in Phoenix, AZ on October 12-13th!.  THIS IS OUR LAST CALL,   SECURE YOUR SPOT BEFORE IT CLOSES! THE COALITION - We’re all busy, but we still strive to grow. How do you truly measure progress? It can be a tough pill to swallow, but it’s worth remembering: intentions mean nothing without action. If you need help distinguishing between what’s urgent and what truly matters in your brand or business, then THE COALITION is for you. Think of it as your personal board of advisors—no BS, just a clear framework to help you start taking action. It's virtual, so it fits easily into your schedule, and includes a retreat to a fun location! If you're tired of the excuses and ready to act on your dreams of more, fill out this form , o

Mon, September 23, 2024

E344 | Tips for "Balancing" Work and Family Life

It’s the holy grail of mental health and wellness for many people. Almost all of us, at one point or another, have chased the elusive 'work-life balance,' hoping to find the perfect harmony between our careers and personal lives. But is 'balance' really the right word? Perhaps it’s a misnomer that oversimplifies the complexity of juggling work and family. Today’s topic arose from a conversation between Brett and several of our facilitators about the push and pull that occurs between career and family. It’s a concept we all struggle with in some capacity, and in this episode, we’ll share insights from that discussion along with practical strategies for managing the demands of work and family. Tune in as we get real on a this common struggle, as we explore: The misnomer of  “balance” and how to define it for yourself How guilt influences decisions in your professional life Realigning your goals to reflect what truly matters How to recognize if the obstacle in your was is YOU - and what to do about it Put Us On Blast: We want to hear your thoughts! Let us know by reaching out to us on social media or shooting us an email at info@artofcoaching.com . We want to add more value to our audience above everything else. We love feedback and want to know how we can help YOU. Mighty Networks Digital Community: Want to join conversations like the one we had today and interact directly with Brett and our Facilitators? Join our digital community and connect with like-minded people dedicated to personal growth. For just $19.99/month (with free cancellation anytime), you’ll elevate your communication, leadership, and relationship skills. Don’t miss out—  Join us today! Subscribe & Support: If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe to the Art of Coaching Podcast on your favorite platform. Share it with a friend, and leave us a review—it helps the show grow! Follow Us: Website: ArtofCoaching.com Instagram: @coach_brettb Twitter: @coach_brettb SPEAKER SCHOOL IS ALMOST HERE - Is there a message stuck in your head that you know needs to get out into the world?  Maybe you’d just like to get better in front of your coworkers at weekly staff meetings. Either way, Speaker School is the ideal place to get better in front of people, regardless of the situation.  This live 2 day experience not only gives you the knowledge you need to create a logical and clear presentation, but provides you with a safe environment to fail, filled with people who want you to succeed and who will give you the feedback and encouragement you need to improve.  Join us in P

Mon, September 16, 2024

E343 | The Power of Indirect Influence: Strategies for Convincing Stubborn People

“They just won’t listen. No matter how clearly I explain it, they refuse to see my side of things. It’s like talking to a brick wall." Have you ever felt like this, like you're hitting a dead end with someone who just won’t budge? Influencing people is an art, one that often requires more than just logic and facts, especially in today’s world where information has been turned into a kind of religion willing to anoint whoever can wield it more skillfully.  In today’s episode, we’ll revisit several past topics and connect the dots to reveal an alternative way to move the ball forward. Oftentimes, if we try to bull our way straight ahead, we’re met with the most resistance. In reality, an indirect route can be like finding a perfect gap in the defense—avoiding tackles and making the smoothest run toward the end zone. Topics Discussed: The necessity of understanding power dynamics and influence tactics How penetrating someone’s ring of influence can help your cause Coalition building and the true strength in numbers when voices align Invoking reciprocity and how deep-seated trust begins with giving I GET IT, NOW HOW DO I GET THIS TO WORK FOR ME? - Communication is something none of us will ever perfect, but how do you expect to get better if you don’t hold yourself accountable and do something to get better at it? We’d love for you to join us at one of our Apprenticeship workshops , where you’ll not only gain the knowledge and understanding you need to navigate the messy realities of relationships and leadership, but more importantly, you’ll get hands on experience working through your specific situation and gain the perspective of the AOC team and other individuals looking to improve themselves.  We just solidified two new dates for 2025! We’ll kick off the year on the East Coast in March and keep the ball rolling back in Phoenix in June . Keep an eye on our Live Event Schedule here, and if you have any questions, schedule a free discovery call . We also offer 1-On-1 Mentoring if you prefer a more personalized approach.  Either way, THIS IS WHAT WE DO and we want to help!  Reach out to us at info@artofcoaching.com and a member of our team will be in touch. SPEAKER SCHOOL IS ALMOST HERE - Is there a message stuck in your head that you know needs to get out into the world?  Maybe you’d just like to get better in front of your coworkers at weekly staff meetings. Either way, <a hre

Mon, September 09, 2024

E342 | Unpacking the Controversy of Nike's Latest Ad

Am I a bad person? Nike’s latest ad asks this question, and the internet erupted in response. But is the real issue the ad, or what it reveals about our relationship with competition and ambition? In this episode, Brett Bartholomew delves into the controversy surrounding Nike's recent ad, featuring Willem Dafoe’s voice and a striking depiction of athletes at their most intense. While some argue the ad promotes toxic values in sports, Brett explores the nuance behind it, offering his insights as a coach, parent, and former athlete. He dissects why the ad has sparked such strong reactions and what it says about our society’s discomfort with the more competitive, driven side of human nature. Topics Discussed: The controversy surrounding the Nike ad and Willem Dafoe's voiceover. The depiction of athletes and the "dark side" of competition. The difference between respecting opponents and being hyper-competitive. The role of parents in shaping their children’s behavior. How societal issues, such as mental health and polarized reactions, influence public perception of media. Brett’s personal experiences with athletes and how they balance intensity with ethics. Resources Mentioned: Take our Drives Quiz ! Nike Ad featuring Willem Dafoe Carl Jung’s concept of the "shadow" in psychology Stephen King’s “Legion of Decency” reference Join the Discussion: We want to hear your thoughts! Did the Nike ad strike a chord with you? Do you agree with Brett's take? Let us know by reaching out to us on social media or leaving a comment on our website. Subscribe & Support: If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe to the Art of Coaching Podcast on your favorite platform. Share it with a friend, and leave us a review—it helps the show grow! Follow Us: Website: ArtofCoaching.com Instagram: @coach_brettb Twitter: @coach_brettb Speaker School - Warren Buffet has said that Public Speaking is the “single greatest skill to boost your career and self worth, and is an asset that will last for 50 to 60 years.”  It also happens to be most people’s biggest fear, which Buffet said if unaddressed “will also last you 50 to 60 years.” At Speaker School we help those who need to slay their inner imposter, who would just like to get better at running staff meetings at work, to those who would like to get paid to deliver keynotes.  We’re holding one more Speaker School before the end of the year in Phoenix, AZ October 12-13. Take ad

Mon, September 02, 2024

E341 | 3 Things You Can Do Right Now to Improve Your Relationship with Your Spouse or Partner

We’ve all been there. Our significant other is struggling and we ask “how can I help?”  While this is well-intentioned, is there anything we can do proactively to meet these challenges head on, before things completely unravel? Conversely, how can we express our own needs and clearly address what’s really bothering us, so we’re both on the same page? If you’ve been in this situation—and let’s face it, we all have—then you’ve come to the right place. Today’s episode is packed with practical advice and exercises that you can start doing TODAY with your spouse or partner right away to enhance your relationship. In this show, we’re diving into a no-nonsense, actionable discussion on: “Hot zones” and how to tell your partner you’re in one Defining your role as a helper vs. focusing on specific actions The importance of clearly defining your relationship essentials How to lean on your core values and beliefs when you need a win YOU AREN’T TOO LATE! - This episode is a sneak peek into our 30 Day Relationship Challenge that just kicked off. Bottom line, no one has a perfect relationship, no matter what it looks like on the surface. Growth begins with acknowledging that we can be better and progress happens when you roll up your sleeves and take action. Whether you’re single, married, or would just like to communicate better with your kids, we can help enrich the relationships that mean the most to you.  What could be more valuable than that? No travel is required, you can work through this on the couch with your significant other (glass of wine optional) at your own pace. Visit artofcoaching.com/relationship , we’re in the thick of it - JOIN US! SPEAKER SCHOOL - Is there a message stuck in your head that you know needs to get out into the world?  Maybe you’d just like to get better in front of your coworkers at the weekly staff meeting.  Either way, Speaker School is the ideal place to get better in front of people, regardless of the situation!  This live 2 day experience not only gives you the knowledge you need to create a logical and clear presentation, but provides you with a safe environment to fail, filled with people who want you to succeed and who will give you the feedback and encouragement you need to improve.  Join us in Phoenix, AZ on October 12-13th!.  We keep the number of participants small, so make sure to secure your spot today! WE ADMIT, WE’RE ALL OVER THE PLACE… We recently received feedback from a loyal customer who mentioned they’d love to return to an event but were confused by our constant stream of new offerings. We want to assure you that our mission remains

Mon, August 26, 2024

E340 | Framework Bandwagons and the Illusion of Competence

“Before tackling this problem, let me figure out how to make this simple.  It’s really not that complicated…” Have you ever taken this approach when dealing with a difficult issue with your family, friends, staff, or coworkers? While this tactic might work in some situations, most complex problems require solutions that reductive thinking simply can’t provide. Library and bookstore shelves are brimming with management and leadership books packed with "how-to" lists, buckets, quadrants, and countless linear methods that promise to solve problems easily and efficiently, and take your people and business to the next level. From simplifying decision-making to categorizing leadership styles, these books often present a structured, step-by-step approach that appeals to those looking for quick fixes and plug and play templates. Whether it’s procrastination, avoidance, or just the allure of a quick fix, it’s time to roll up our sleeves and confront why we keep dipping into this well of oversimplified solutions—because, as Mike Tyson said, everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face. And when the real challenges hit, those tidy answers rarely stand up to the blow. In today’s podcast, we’re taking the gloves off and having a frank conversation about:  Framework hopping, what it is and why people do it Why exposure alone NEVER equates to real skill or competence The long term effects of over relying on simple fixes to solve complex problems How leaning into the thing you’re avoiding is the best path forward As always, we love your feedback! Happy, sad, mad, indifferent (which isn’t very helpful, if you want to get better at giving feedback check out this episode ) send it all to info@artofcoaching.com .  *LAST CALL* 30-Day Relationship Challenge - Relationships shape our lives. From our families to the workplace, our happiness is directly tied to the people who mean the most to us . This Fall we’re launching a resource that hits EXTREMELY close to home. It will be completely virtual.New content will be dropped each week and you’ll be invited to join our virtual happy hours with our team so we can navigate life’s challenges together. We’ll also be leveraging the knowledge of a licensed expert in family and relationship therapy. Visit artofcoaching.com/relationship-challenge/ it starts in 1 WEEK, SIGN UP TODAY!  Who Are We & What Do We Do - Whether this is your first time tuning into the podcast or your hundredth, we’re thrilled to have you here. At Art of Coaching , we specialize in leadership development—the real-world, hard stuff you won’t find in books. W

Mon, August 19, 2024

E339 | Scott & Jaime Livingston: Overcoming Challenges in Relationships

The quality of our relationships is the #1 determining factor in our overall happiness and well-being. Yet, how often do we hear real people having honest conversations about the challenges, complexities, and joys of solving the puzzle of truly connecting with those who are closest to us?  This week, Scott and Jaime Livingston join us for a candid conversation about the messy realities of relationships. Whether you come from a harmonious family with a white picket fence or one marked by tension and turmoil, there’s something in this episode for you. Scott is an Athletic Therapist, Master Performance Coach and Neuro Reconditioning Professional. He has 35+ years of practice in the human performance industry working in every conceivable performance environment. He is also the host of the groundbreaking life journey podcast, Leave Your Mark found on all streaming services.  Jaime is also an Athletic Therapist and Master Performance Coach and has been working in the field of human performance for twenty-five years. Jaime has trained and re-built athletes at every level including professional athletes, Olympic athletes, and college athletes, as well as highly motivated recreational athletes.  Together Jaime and Scott co-founded the practice of Neuro Reconditioning which they teach and share throughout the world while co-parenting their amazing daughter Gretchen. During our conversation we discuss:  The danger of molding yourself to fit someone else’s expectations Why expressing your needs clearly is so important How to ensure you and your partner are growing together, NOT apart What the path to true reconciliation looks like when things go awry Save Big on Our Summer Sale! Whether you're a strength coach looking to network and navigate your career, or someone interested in psychology and building trust, WE CAN HELP! If you're thinking of venturing out on your own and testing the waters of entrepreneurship, we’ve got templates to help you get off the ground. Trusted by units in the US Military, Firefighters, the Boys and Girls Club of America, Professional Sports Teams, and Universities, our courses, live events, and mentoring are available now at the largest discount of the year. Visit artofcoaching.com/summersale/ for the entire list, hurry it’s ending soon - DON’T MISS OUT! Quick Links to Sale Digital Courses (30% OFF) - Use code: SUM30 at checkout Bundle Digital Courses Bought In and Valued (40% OFF) - *LIMITED TIME OFFER* 1-On-1 Mentoring (20% OFF) - Use code: SUM

Mon, August 12, 2024

E338 | Taylor Evernden: Business Owner By Day, Jungle Explorer By Night

Have you ever thought, "I'd love to do that, but I just don't have the money," or do you have interests or passions outside of your professional life that you've suppressed in order to advance your career?  Maybe you've pushed aside personal goals, believing the myth that true success requires unwavering focus on your career alone. It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that anything outside of work is a distraction. But what if those very experiences—those that broaden our perspective, teach us new skills, and enrich our lives—could actually enhance your career as well? This week's guest refuses to be confined to one distinct category. Taylor Evernden is the owner and director of ORKA Performance in Calgary, AB, Canada. Previously, he served as the Head of Sport Science and Strength & Conditioning for the Calgary Foothills Soccer Club, where he oversaw the athletic development of U12-18 teams, as well as the W League and USL PDL. In addition to his extensive experience in athletic performance, Taylor has a keen interest in ACL rehabilitation and general return-to-sport rehab. In this episode we venture deep into the jungle to explore:  The myth that we need to specialize to excel How waiting for the 'right time' can lead to missed opportunities Our alternative selves and determining how much to reveal to others Using vulnerability to enhance your effectiveness as a leader LAST CHANCE to Save Big on Our Summer Sale! Don't miss out on 30% off all our online courses and bundles with the code: SUMMER30 . Whether you're a strength coach looking to network and navigate the nuances of your career, or someone interested in psychology and building trust, these courses can help. If you're thinking of venturing out on your own and testing the waters of entrepreneurship, we’ve got templates to help you get off the ground. Trusted by units in the US Military, Firefighters, the Boys and Girls Club of America, Professional Sports Teams, and Universities, our courses are available now at the largest discount of the year. These on-demand, masterclass-style videos allow you to learn at your own pace, with lifetime access included. Visit artofcoaching.com/sale - Act now before the sale ends! MENTORING is included in Our Summer Sale! If you have questions about staff development, leadership, running a business, or becoming a speaker, our online mentoring program is here to help. We offer an executive coaching program where our team can connect with you anywhere in the world via Zoom. It’s 100% private and protected by NDAs, allowing us to dive as deep into your challenges as you want to go. Every leader needs a coach! Vi

Mon, July 29, 2024

E337 | Tips for How to Be a Better Mentor

Do you think mentorship is a straightforward, progressive process? Think again. We envision that ideal student-teacher relationship or the picturesque blacksmith-apprentice image, but in reality, things just don't work that way. People are complex and being an effective mentor requires a playbook that goes far beyond a cookie-cutter list of ideal traits.  In this episode we're turning back the clock and rediscovering the hard truths of what it takes to be a great mentor. We examine: Setting someone up for success vs. hand-holding Reciprocity and the NEED for collaboration Challenging comfort zones through accountability How to say the hard stuff and promote self-reliance  Mentoring - One of our missions as a company was to be a beacon for people who need help becoming a better leader, building more meaningful relationships, and navigating the scary realities of entrepreneurship. Our 1:1 mentoring program was built to fill that gap and give you a clear path to progress. Schedule a free discovery call with our team, or email us at info@artofcoaching.com . 30-Day Relationship Challenge - Do you feel disconnected from a friend or loved one? Are you at an impasse on an issue that, if resolved, could relieve tension and clear a path that leads to more happiness? This fall we’re launching a resource to help you with just that, and it’s also our most affordable offering yet. No travel - 100% virtual. Convenient for anyone with a busy schedule. Whether you're interested in strategies to be a better spouse, a more interactive parent, or just a better overall human, this challenge is for you. It's designed for anyone who has imperfect relationships (cough cough, everyone). The only requirements are to be 100% real and willing to open up and push forward, wherever that takes you. Email us at info@artofcoaching.com , and we'll take it from there! THE NEXT BOOK IS COMING! Stay up to date on release information and bonuses by visiting artofcoaching.com/book . This will not be your run-of-the-mill leadership book. We only speak truth here and are dedicated to delivering a message you need to hear, and how to put it into ACTION. This book will do both. Today’s episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. What are your self-care non-negotiables? Is your schedule packed with kid activities, big work projects, and more? Therapy isn't just for those on the brink of catastrophe; it's also for those who want to optimize their lives and stay on the right track. Therapy can be a critical resource to ground yourself and wo

Mon, July 22, 2024

E336 | Tools and Strategies I'm Using to Write My Next Book: Sneak Peek

“How can I do this better?”   Tackling large projects, like writing a book, can be incredibly daunting. It's easy to feel overwhelmed by your own ideas. How can we overcome this and get our thoughts onto paper? What tools or applications can help us stay organized and productive while assembling our project or book? In this episode we discuss: Why your workspace setup NEEDS to reflect your process Tools for capturing thoughts and ideas to convert into content  Integrating word mapping into your creative ecosystem Transitioning from harvester to producer through accountability To stay up to date on release information and bonuses for Brett’s next book, visit artofcoaching.com/book .  Whether you’re a longtime listener or are new to us, this work will speak to you.  More to come! If there are other topics you’d like us to dive into in our podcast, please let us know!  If you have a specific topic you’d like us to cover, reach out at info@artofcoaching.com or submit your questions HERE . Everyone needs a Coach.  Whether you’re looking to write a book, need help turning your passion into a viable business, or are having trouble navigating a challenging relationship, We can help!  Our 1:1 mentoring program was built to help you navigate the messy realities of life. Schedule a free discovery call with our team, or  you can get in touch with us directly by email at info@artofcoaching.com . The Coalition - FINAL CALL before we kick off one of our most in-depth and impactful offerings of the year! If you want to connect with a group of like-minded entrepreneurs who are eager to share ideas and help you grow your brand or business authentically, you’ve found your tribe. This virtual program fits seamlessly into any schedule and even includes a retreat to an exciting location. If you're ready to stop making excuses, fill out this form and our team will be in touch. Mighty Networks Digital Community: Our digital community where you can gain access to information, discussion, and a group of professionals (including the AoC Team) who are serious about their development.  For only $19.99/ month (free cancellation at any time) you can take your communication, leadership, and relationship skills to the next level.  Join us today! Related Episodes: <a href='http

Mon, July 15, 2024

E335 | Stepping Up: How to Be a Better Advocate for Others and Yourself

“What can I do to help?”  Have you ever been asked that question and felt like throwing your hands up in frustration? Maybe it's a question you ask your team at work or your family at home. Whether you have specific needs or genuinely want to help others, how can we express ourselves more clearly and get to the heart of the issue? How can we show up in a way that makes an impact? Some of the key topics covered in this episode are: Essential details for determining our suitability to help Principles of being a good advocate How to hold ourselves and others accountable for lack of reciprocation The damaging effects of inaction and the roles of fear and self-worth 30 Day Relationship Challenge - Today's podcast delved into the importance of expressing ourselves and our needs, and how to better support others. If you’ve ever felt unheard, under-appreciated, disrespected or overlooked - we can help! Email us at info@artofcoaching.com and just say “interested.”  As a loyal podcast listener, you’ll be the first to know as we release more details. This is our most affordable product yet, you don’t want to miss this! The Coalition - FINAL CALL before we kick off one of our most in depth and impactful offerings of the year. If you’ve been wanting to join a business mastermind group to hold you accountable and inspire you to reach for more, you’ve found your tribe. It’s virtual, fitting seamlessly into any schedule, and even includes a retreat to a fun location! If you’re tired of excuses, fill out this form and our team will be in touch. Today’s episode is sponsored by Momentous . If you’re someone who has been wanting to improve your health for a while, but are intimidated by a lot of things you see in the fitness industry and are searching for a brand you can trust, look no further. Momentous puts their products through rigorous testing, so you know what is on the label is what you’re putting in your body. We love their Omega-3, Creatine, and recently restocked Multivitamin. They’re a longtime partner of ours for good reason - they believe in the same things we do.  Fundamentals NOT fluff.  Visit livemomentus.com/brett to SAVE 15%! Referenced Material: E93: The Sin of Self Promotion

Mon, July 08, 2024

E334 | Priscilla Tallman: Mental Performance Principles That Actually Work

We’ve heard it all before. Whether in sports or business, high achievers think differently than we do.  They’ve developed an internal flow chart for solving problems and regulating their emotions, creating a winning machine. Is this really how they do it? What tips can we pull from the ever-expanding mental performance world to improve our performance without falling into gimmicks and wasting time? Today’s guest has not only walked the walk, but has done it at the highest level. Her name is Priscilla Tallman and she’s a Mental Performance Consultant who holds a Masters’ Degree in Clinical Psychology and has authored two nationally published performance journals that feature essential tools for athletes, coaches, and leaders. Priscilla began her journey as an athlete, playing volleyball at the University of Georgia where she earned numerous accolades including SEC Freshman of the Year, SEC Player of the Year, and was inducted into UGA’s Circle of Honor.  She was also a member of the USA National Team and the World University Games Team. In today’s conversation we discuss: How to confront the guilt and shame of failing to meet our own standards What it takes to earn someone’s genuine trust Strategies to employ when your best self starts to slip The benefits of integrating suppressed parts of your personality We’d like to thank Priscilla for joining us on today’s show.  Visit her website priscillatallman.com to learn more about her and what she can do to improve your performance.  You can also follow her on Instagram @spikedr3 , and pick up any of her journals here . 30 Day Relationship Challenge - If you want to improve your relationships, we have something big coming for you.  Whether you’re single, married, or just dealing with some inner conflict, THIS WILL HELP.  Financial issues, communicating with kids, intimacy - all of it.  Email us at info@artofcoaching.com and just say “interested.”  As a loyal podcast listener, you’ll be the first to know as we release more details. The Coalition - Our business mastermind group LAUNCHES AGAIN NEXT MONTH!   If you’re looking for a team of like-minded people to hold you accountable and help you break through barriers by sharing lessons from past experiences, you’ve found your tribe. It’s virtual, fitting seamlessly into any schedule, and even includes a retreat to a fun location! If you’re tired of excuses, fill out this

Mon, July 01, 2024

E333 | How to Ensure What You Learn Isn't Going to Waste

That spun out of control.  I don’t think they quite understand.  Would things have turned out different if I had approached it another way? Have you ever felt like that after an interaction?  None of us are perfect communicators, so chances are that you have.  It is extremely frustrating when things go wrong, especially when we have the knowledge and think we are adequately prepared to handle it.  In order to own the moment, you need to understand: Why not all practice is the same and what elements to include to improve transferability The role contextual interference plays and how to account for it  How to lean into constraints and leverage them for growth What to do if you get stuck and how social scrimmaging can save you 30 Day Relationship Challenge - If you’re someone who wants to get better at relationships, we have something in the works for you.  Whether you’re single, married, or just need to deal with some inner conflict, this is for you.  Financial issues, communicating with kids, intimacy - we can help with all of it.  Email us at info@artofcoaching.com and just say “interested.”  As a loyal podcast listener, you’ll be the first to know as we release more details. The Coalition - Today’s episode is focussed on how to convert what you know and feel into tangible progress.  If you want that same thing for your business, THE COALITION IS FOR YOU.  Think of this as your business mastermind group who will hold you accountable and help you navigate your biggest roadblocks.  It’s virtual, which means it can fit anywhere in your schedule, and includes a retreat to a fun location!  If you’re tired of the excuses and are ready to act on your dreams of more, fill out this form and our team will be in touch. Today’s episode is sponsored by Momentous .  If you’re someone who has been wanting to improve your health for a while, but are intimidated by a lot of things you see in the fitness industry and are searching for a brand you can trust, look no further.  Momentous puts their products through rigorous testing, so you know what is on the label is what you’re putting in your body.  They’re a longtime partner of ours for good reason - they believe in the same things we do.  Fundamentals NOT fluff.  Visit livemomentus.com/brett to SAVE 15%! Referenced Material: E331: Dontari Poe: Mental Toughness Myths and Life Tips E317: Tyson Shumway: Law Enforcement Lessons For De-Escalating Conflict

Mon, June 24, 2024

E332 | How to Argue with People Who Deflect and Change the Conversation

Everything has turned into a debate.  No matter the topic, everyone seems to have an opinion.  Don’t feel left out…you’re included!  So are your co-workers, friends, neighbors, and ESPECIALLY your family and loved ones.   Getting into an argument with anyone is hard, but it becomes increasingly difficult when they brush off your points, spin the facts, or change the subject altogether.  Imagery of a bull and matador come to mind.  This episode will give you a deeper understanding of why people deflect or misdirect, and how to get rid of the red cape and hidden sword in exchange for improved relationships and personal growth. In today’s show, we discuss: The psychological reasons people resort to using deflective tactics How trying to “save face” can backfire and widen the gap to conflict resolution Accountability and how dealing with our own demons leads to growth Scripts you can use if you’re overwhelmed and need to buy time to process and respond If you’d like to learn more about our 30 Day Relationship Challenge reach out to us at info@artofcoaching.com and let us know you’re interested.  You’ll be notified first as more information is released, and we’ll also keep you up to date on all future workshops , mentoring opportunities and much more! This fall we’ll be kicking off another round of our business mastermind group The Coalition !  This is for anyone at any stage of developing their own business.  From the “that’s a good idea” phase, to those who are optimizing systems to maximize productivity and profit.  All of our zoom meetings are recorded, so we can grow with you, on your time.  We’ve helped people all across the world, and if you want to be a part of a tribe like this, start by filling out this form and our team will be in touch. If this episode struck a nerve and you’d like to dive deeper or have specific questions, join our online community - Mighty Networks !  This is our answer to the shortcomings of other social media platforms, and allows our team to deliver a steady stream of unfiltered content, and it’s LESS THAN $20 A MONTH!  Sign up HERE today! Referenced Material: E313: How To Communicate With Someone Who Shuts Down Or Stonewalls

Mon, June 17, 2024

E331 | Dontari Poe: Mental Toughness Myths and Life Tips

Imagine what it takes to reach the pinnacle of any profession. We’re not just talking about the top 5-10%, but fractions of that. Now add that this business is composed of the largest, fastest, and most explosive athletes on the planet, competing in a collision sport where success and failure are determined in split seconds. Oh, did we mention that millions of dollars are on the line? Today, we are joined by someone who was not just a part of that elite club but reached the highest highs—from the trenches. In the 1st Round of the 2012 NFL Draft, the Kansas City Chiefs selected Dontari Poe with the 11th overall pick. Over the next nine seasons, Poe became an All-Pro Defensive Lineman, wreaking havoc on backfields across the league. His journey began long before he became a pro, and today he shares some timeless and invaluable lessons he learned along the way. This show is like our workshops: uncut, uncensored, and 100% real. PARENTAL ADVISORY for a few instances of coarse language. In this episode, we discuss: The truth about mental toughness, common myths, and how to cut through the BS How to avoid letting our environment dictate who we become The importance of setting boundaries when helping others What it takes to ensure we’re at our best in our biggest moments We want to thank Dontari for joining us and answering one of our listener’s questions. If you have something you’d like us to address on a future podcast, please let us know!  You can reach us directly at info@artofcoaching.com or submit your questions HERE . 1:1 Mentoring - Everyone needs a Coach.  We offer various mentoring options personalized to your goals, no matter what industry you’re in, helping you with topics such as discovering your niche, clarifying the next steps in your career, finding your voice as a leader, navigating power dynamics, gaining confidence in negotiating and so much more!  If you want help, schedule a call with an Art of Coaching™ team member by clicking this link .   Group Mentoring - If you prefer to work in a group with other like-minded people to find solutions to things you’re struggling with such as marketing, how to construct a business plan, hiring your first employee, or optimizing automated systems, or how to leverage the power of social media - WE CAN HELP!  This is why we started The Coalition , to help people who want to help others make more progress and scale their impact.  If you want to be a part of a tribe like this, start by filling out <a href='https://artofco

Mon, June 10, 2024

E330 | Unmet Needs in Relationships: How to Express What You Really Want

Relationships are hard .  Even if you’ve been with your better half for years, it can still be easy to miss the forest for the trees during busy times.  We know that when dealing with people miscommunication is the baseline, but does it have to be this way with those we love the most? Today, we address a real-life situation sent in by one of our listeners and provide focused advice on how to have a difficult conversation with your spouse.  Nothing will haunt you like the spirit of the unsaid and if you or your partner’s needs aren’t being fulfilled, the road WILL become rocky.  How do we go about expressing ourselves without sounding needy?  How can you get what you want while enhancing the relationship for both of you? In this highly practical episode, we discuss: The dangers of assuming someone knows everything about you How to ensure we’re not the problem and how to reverse course if we are Practical ways to start the conversation and the one element that MUST be included Research about unexpressed feelings and how to avoid this tragedy If there are other topics you’d like us to dive into in our podcast, please let us know!  If you have a specific situation you need help with, we keep everything completely anonymous - nothing will be traced back to you.  You can reach us directly at info@artofcoaching.com or submit your questions HERE . This is the LAST CALL for the The Apprenticeship Workshop in Calgary, CAN June 22-23!.   Hosted by our good friends at ORKA Performance, The Apprenticeship is a highly interactive 2-day workshop for those looking to improve their ability to communicate, lead, and build strong relationships.  By attending, you’ll experience the practice, coaching, and feedback you need to truly grow.  And better yet, you’ll get to take home a quantifiable communication evaluation tool, as well as several other tools to help you strategically approach any conversation.  This is our only trip North this year, DON'T MISS IT! Today’s podcast sponsor is BetterHelp.  Do you ever spread yourself too thin or find your social battery constantly running on low-power mode?  BetterHelp is an extremely convenient online therapy service that can help you recharge your battery.  If you’re looking for someone to listen and help you find your sweet spot, check out Betterhelp.com/aoc for 10% off your first month!

Mon, June 03, 2024

329 | Crucial Tips for Organizing and Running Your Own Events

It’s time!  You’ve spent YEARS building your skill set and building your reputation as a leader in your field.  You’re ready to convert your knowledge and skill set into a viable business and share your passion with others in the form of a live event or workshop.    Few experiences are as fulfilling as getting together with other people, united by a shared passion and commitment to improving at a specific skill.  Aristotle once said “teaching is the highest form of understanding,” so not only can you start making money by running your own event, but you’ll also gain an even deeper understanding of the subject you are so passionate about.  But how do you even begin to put this together?  As you start moving around the puzzle pieces, it can get overwhelming.  Fast. In today’s episode we’re joined by AOC Director of Operations Liz Bartholomew to discuss: Where to begin in the initial planning stage and how to set realistic expectations  What to look for in a venue and what you need to know about it to prior the event Pricing principles and how the loss leader strategy can serve as a springboard  The key milestones and tasks that must be achieved before, during, and after the event Referenced Materials: E193 I What To Charge For Your Time & Worth: A Deep Dive E295 I Public Speaking Tips Part 1: How Much Content Is Enough When Presenting? E297 I Public Speaking Tips Part 2: The Ultimate Keynote Preparation Checklist E298 I Public Speaking Tips Part 3: Using Strategic Storytelling To Create A Compelling Message If you got to the end of the podcast today and would rather just fast track this whole process, we can help!  Bypass the years of mistakes we made by reaching out to us at info@artofcoaching.com and let us plan your event.  We’ll walk you through our step by step checklist and work through the details in a stress-free way, so you can focus on doing what you do best.  This is one of the most valuable services we offer, let us know what we can do to help! This is your LAST CHANCE to sign up for our Apprenticeship Workshop in Calgary, CAN June 22-23!.   Hosted by our good friends at ORKA Performance, The Apprenticeship is a highly interactive 2-day workshop for those looking to improve their ability to communicate, lead, and build strong relationships.  By attending, you’ll experience the practice, coaching, and feedback you need to truly grow.  And better yet, you’ll get to take home a quantifia

Mon, May 27, 2024

E328 | Copywriting: How to Persuade and Connect with Integrity

Do you ever feel like people are tuning you out?  It can be EXTREMELY frustrating when you know your message or product isn’t landing with your audience.  What gives?  Why do some brands seem to resonate while others come off as white noise or unimportant? Copywriting is the answer.  Even in this new, digital age writing skills are timeless.  There is both an art and science to delivering words to inspire others to take action and people need to feel something if you want their attention.  Understanding copywriting can completely change the way you approach marketing and turn passive bystanders into active participants.  Whether you’re an entrepreneur or just want to be a more informed consumer, understanding this form of writing is relevant to everyone. In today’s episode we discuss: What copywriting is and how it’s different from traditional writing Where you use it and how it’s used on you in everyday life Identify the essential characteristics of good copy and their psychological underpinnings How to use the principles of copywriting to build better connections and inspire action Today’s podcast topic came from a request from one of our listeners.  If you’d like us to discuss a topic you’re curious about or have a question of your own, submit it to us at artofcoaching.com/question .  We also have a private community void of the normal distractions of social media, where you can connect with our facilitators and people just like you for more in-depth discussion and practical advice you can apply NOW!   Please reach out if you have any questions at info@artofcoaching.com . Many of us can simply benefit from being around other, like-minded people to share our struggles, run our ideas by, and work together to find solutions. If you’re struggling with marketing, or need technical help with hiring or refining billing systems, whatever the roadblock - WE CAN HELP!  This is why we started our business mastermind group The Coalition , to help people who want to help others make more progress and scale their impact.  Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or an established business owner looking to optimize current practices, take action and apply for our group mentoring program TODAY by filling out this form . Today’s episode is sponsored by Momentous .  As things seem to come at us faster and faster, nailing the fundamentals and controlling the controllable becomes increasingly important.  Putting quality nutrients in our bodies is critical in tackling life’s challenges.  Momentous is our go-to for keeping us functioning

Mon, May 20, 2024

E327 | Change Management: What to Expect and Mistakes to Avoid

You’ve been brought in to be the difference maker.  You’ve done the market research and have even done some background on your new team, you’re ready to hit the ground running!  BUT, it turns out not everyone is excited about the new direction, and no matter what you do you cannot gain momentum.  Failure to launch.  Making change is hard.  We’ve all read leadership books that lay out the necessary steps to build the ultimate team and business, but we know better.  It’s never what you expect it to be.  In today’s episode we are joined by Art Of Coaching Facilitator Bekah Gold where she shares with us some invaluable lessons learned from her professional journey and keeps it real on what it takes to change workplace culture. In this episode we discuss: What to do when you’re met with resistance and apathy when trying to initiate change The importance of assessing yourself and how others perceive you How to discern the drives of others and the vital role it plays in connecting with them Why setting expectations is so critical and how to refocus if the’re misaligned You can find Bekah on instagram at @coach_bgold where she posts regularly on topics pertaining to change management, leadership development, and getting out of your comfort zone.  You can catch Bekah at one of our live events , book her for an inservice with your team, or arrange a time to meet virtually for one-on-one mentorship .  Reach out if you have any questions  at info@artofcoaching.com ! This is your LAST CHANCE to sign up for our Apprenticeship Workshop in Calgary, CAN June 22-23!.   Hosted by our good friends at ORKA Performance, The Apprenticeship is a highly interactive 2-day workshop for those looking to improve their ability to communicate, lead, and build strong relationships.  This isn’t a “rah-rah,” motivational, death by powerpoint seminar.  On the contrary, by attending, you’ll experience the practice, coaching, and feedback you need to truly grow.  And better yet, you’ll get to take home a quantifiable communication evaluation tool, as well as several other tools to help you strategically approach any conversation.  Sign up TODAY.   We’ll see you there! Is there a message stuck in your head that you know needs to get out into the world?  Maybe you’d just like to get better in front of your coworkers at the weekly staff meeting.  Either way, Speaker S

Mon, May 13, 2024

E326 | What a Rap Beef Can Teach You About Business

You’re on edge.  Heart is pounding.  Mind is racing.  We’ve all been confronted by someone either in-person, over email, or on social media who questioned our personal or professional integrity.  If you haven’t, buckle up. It doesn’t matter what genre of music you like, if you have paid attention to the news at all over the past few months, you’ve heard of the beef between the artists Drake and Kendrick Lamar.  Everyone from the New York Times to the President of the United States have commented on it.  A lot of lessons can be learned from peeling back the layers of societal events like these, and today’s episode is going to challenge you to think critically about things you may have previously just left in the tabloids. In this episode we cover: The economic impact of public disputes and what it can teach us about marketing How to leverage publicity from a conflict to define your brand and rally your followers The tactical considerations when responding to an attack and the importance of timing What to do if you fall short and how to come back stronger in the future This episode was a little different than normal shows and we had a lot of fun recording this one.  If you would like to hear more like this, let us know! Always feel free to reach out if you have any questions, concerns or other feedback to share at info@artofcoaching.com .  We would love to hear from you! This is your LAST CHANCE to sign up for our Apprenticeship Workshop in Calgary, CAN June 22-23!.   Hosted by our good friends at ORKA Performance, The Apprenticeship is a highly interactive 2-day workshop for those looking to improve their ability to communicate, lead, and build strong relationships.  This isn’t a “rah-rah,” motivational, death by powerpoint seminar.  On the contrary, by attending, you’ll experience the practice, coaching, and feedback you need to truly grow.  And better yet, you’ll get to take home a quantifiable communication evaluation tool, as well as several other tools to help you strategically approach any conversation.  Sign up TODAY.   We’ll see you there! Today’s episode is sponsored by Momentous .  Let’s be frank, most supplements are BS.  The industry is full of overhyped charlatans that underdeliver products that do not work.  Not Momentus.  Their mission is to provide practical nutritional support for people who want to improve their health and fitness.  Their supplements go through the rigorous process of NSF certification, so you can trust what is on the bottle is what you’re ingesting.  They’re a longtime partner of ours for good reason - they b

Mon, May 06, 2024

E325 | Battling Inner Demons: How to Work Out of a Creative Funk

Struggling with your work?  Feel like you’re not hitting the mark?  You’re not alone.  Today’s chat dives deep into what it feels like when nothing seems to work and how to find your way out. In Dr. Seuss’s book “Oh, the Place You’ll Go!”, he writes “And when you're in a Slump, you're not in for much fun.  Un-slumping yourself is not easily done.”  We’ve ALL been there and no one or nothing can pull you out.  It’s an inner struggle that we all go through and must conquer, and to be honest we don’t really have a choice. In this episode we cover: Why some common advice just doesn’t help and what to look out for instead Tips on how to step back and see your work differently, gaining new insights that matter Simple strategies to better understand your audience, ensuring your work resonates How to tackle self doubt head-on, paving the way for more authentic and satisfying work It's hard to get out of your own head if you never get a chance to talk out some of the issues or problems you're struggling with.  For this exact reason, we offer 1-on-1 Art of Coaching virtual mentoring . Coaches need coaches too, and that's the value we can provide to you if you let us. Submit a request form today for more information! Speaker School -  This live 2 day experience not only gives you the knowledge you need to create a logical and clear presentation, but provides you with a safe environment to fail, one filled with people who want you to succeed, and are there to give you the feedback and encouragement you need to take steps forward.  Get the message you’ve been wrestling around with in your head out to the world. Join us in BEAUTIFUL Phoenix, AZ on June 1st and 2nd!.  We keep the number of participants small, so make sure to secure your spot today! We can’t say this enough, so we’ll say it again - WE VALUE YOUR FEEDBACK!  If you liked the “rant” style of this episode, let us know and we can keep them coming.  If you have any questions, concerns or other feedback to share, please reach out to use directly at info@artofcoaching.com .  We would love to hear from you!

Mon, April 29, 2024

E324 | How to Get Good at Small Talk Even if You Hate It

Have you ever been in the middle of a conversation and thought “can we just cut to the chase?”   For some people small talk seems like a complete waste of time, a painful variation of the verbal headlock.  There are other people who seem to naturally flow through these conversations using them to build relationships with a diverse group of people, while simultaneously keeping their finger on the pulse of what’s happening in their communities. In today’s episode, we dive deep on these surface level conversations in a way that no one has before.  We discuss: The ramifications of refusing to engage in them and their evolutionary importance How our drives play a direct role in our approach and goals for these interactions  Tips to manage and mitigate the cognitive load these conversations cost Practical strategies for navigating and reaping the benefits from small talk Today’s episode was made as a result of listener questions and situations attendees at our latest workshop wanted help with.  Reach out to us at info@artofcoaching.com or visit artofcoaching.com/question if there’s something you’d like to hear about on the podcast. Referenced Resources: Take our Drives Quiz ! Referenced Material: E130: How Understanding Drives Helps Build Buy-In Today’s episode is sponsored by Momentous .  Let’s be frank, most supplements are BS.  The industry is full of overhyped charlatans that underdeliver products that do not work.  Not Momentus.  Their mission is to provide practical nutritional support for people who want to improve their health and fitness.  Their supplements go through the rigorous process of NSF certification, so you can trust what is on the bottle is what you’re ingesting.  They’re a longtime partner of ours for good reason - they believe in the same things we do.  Fundamentals NOT fluff.  Visit livemomentus.com/brett to SAVE 15%! On June 1st - 2nd we’re hosting our Speaker School in Phoenix, AZ , where you can find your voice and refine your message in a judgment-free environment using our research backed evaluation, video analysis, and feedback from your fellow attendees.  We’ll also cover topics on slide design, how to present more effectively, and how to be more articulate.  This is for everyone ranging from those who need more confidence and are battling social anxiety, to someone who is getting paid to speak in front of large numbers.  We keep the number

Mon, April 22, 2024

E323 | How to Respond When Someone Talks Down to You

Mon, April 15, 2024

E322 | A Better Way to Organize Your Thoughts: Part 1

You have to admit, it happens a lot.  You’ll be doing something mundane and BOOM, an amazing idea hits you that you’ll want to remember for later.  Only you don’t, and all of that potential slips away…   The amount of books that go unwritten, keynote speeches undelivered, businesses or products not developed - the list is endless.  High-performers recognize the power of capturing these thoughts and have a system for seizing and converting them into something tangible that can add value to the world and change people’s lives.  As with any topic, before you can figure out how to make it the most applicable to you, we must start from the beginning.  In this podcast we discuss: How capturing ideas can reduce cognitive load Developing a flexible structure that doesn’t stifle your personality  Tips for organizing thoughts and ideas so you can recall them when the time is right The many benefits of using voice memos that you’ve probably never considered before We created this episode from the overwhelming number of responses we had to our episode with Andrew Coates on Information Overload.   If you’d like us to continue this series, or have suggestions or questions you’d like covered in a future episode, let us know at artofcoaching.com/question .   If you struggle with turning your ideas into actions we offer virtual one to one mentoring to tailor our services to best fit your needs, on your schedule!  Take the next step by emailing us at info@artofcoaching.com .  We can’t wait to hear from you! Compiling thoughts and organizing them into a well-crafted message is the essence of public speaking.  We’ll walk you through this process step-by-step, give you the reps you need to refine your message, and specific feedback through a research-backed evaluation at our only Speaker School of the year June 1st & 2nd in Phoenix, AZ .  Whether you’d like to keynote and develop a speaking career or just get better being in front of people, this event is a MUST.  If you have any questions and want to find out if this, or any of our other  live events are for you, reach out at info@artofcoaching.com and we’ll figure out how we can help. This is also our EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT LAST CALL for The Apprenticeship In Calgary, Canada June 22nd & 23rd!  Sign up before the April 21st deadline and SAVE UP TO $200!   Our trips North of the border are going to be limi

Mon, April 08, 2024

E321 | Practical Strategies for Setting and Managing Expectations

"What a letdown! I expected more…" We’ve all felt this way when something fails to meet our expectations.  It’s one thing if it’s a product we bought off Amazon or an over-hyped movie, but what if it’s something bigger?  What if a misstep in communication hurts us professionally or negatively impacts a personal relationship?   Today’s episode is your how-to, practical guide to setting and managing expectations.  If done well, we can preemptively address potential misunderstandings and conflicts and allocate more of our resources where we need them most.   Over the course of this episode, we’ll discuss: The reasons setting expectations is critical from a psychological standpoint Practical steps to earn trust with new colleagues  Aspects to consider when establishing new boundaries in a personal relationship Speaking points you can use tomorrow with your team to jumpstart buy-in This episode was directly inspired by questions submitted by our listeners.  If you’d like to submit a topic for us to cover in a future episode, visit artofcoaching.com/question .  If you want a deeper dive into anything we do or want hands-on guidance on a personal issue, we offer live events and virtual one-to-one mentoring .  For options email us at info@artofcoaching.com - we’d love to help! Today’s episode is sponsored by Momentous .  Let’s be frank, most supplements are BS.  The industry is full of overhyped charlatans that underdeliver products that do not work.  Not Momentus.  Their mission is to provide practical nutritional support for people who want to improve their health and fitness.  Their supplements go through the rigorous process of NSF certification, so you can trust what is on the bottle is what you’re ingesting.  They’re a longtime partner of ours for good reason - they believe in the same things we do.  Fundamentals NOT fluff.  Visit livemomentus.com/brett to SAVE 15%! This show is sponsored by Better Help .  Are you someone who’s social battery can run low?  Many of us struggle at setting boundaries and allow ourselves to get worn down, especially when we’re trying to help others.  Not recognizing when it’s time to seek help yourself can have dire consequences.  Luckily, our friends at Better Help can help!  They made it very convenient, as it is entirely online and suited to fit your schedule.  All you have to do is fill out a brief questionnaire and they’ll match you up with a licensed therapist who will listen and help you recharge.  Go to <a href='http:/

Mon, April 01, 2024

E320 | Andrew Coates: How to Conquer Information Overload

The influx of new information is relentless.  It never stops coming.  It never will. How can we fight back against this onslaught?   What principles can we use to guide and harness our focus? Our guest today has an uncanny ability to absorb, analyze, and apply vast amounts of information across diverse subjects.  Andrew Coates is a coach, writer, and speaker.  He’s written for several publications, including Men’s Health and Muscle and Fitness, and is the host of The Lift Free and Die Hard Podcast.   In this episode, we discuss: How to optimize your learning process  Time management and when to adjust priorities Tools for capturing ideas and turning them into impactful content How to self monitor and avoid burnout Referenced Resources: If you’d like to connect with Andrew on social media or ask him a question directly, you can find him on Instagram at @andrewcoatesfitness .  You can also read his articles, blog posts, and more at www.andrewcoatesfitness.com .  Referenced Material: E273: The Productivity Myth: Tips For Making Sustainable Progress Without Sacrificing Your Sanity On June 1st - 2nd we’re hosting our Speaker School in Phoenix, AZ , where you can find your voice and refine your message in a judgment-free environment using our research backed evaluation, video analysis, and feedback from your fellow attendees.  We’ll also cover topics on slide design, how to present more effectively, and how to be more articulate.  This is for everyone ranging from those who need more confidence and are battling social anxiety, to someone who is getting paid to speak in front of large numbers.  We keep the number of participants to 10 or less to make sure you get enough reps.  Spots are limited, so lock yours in today HERE ! You also don’t need me to remind you how important what you put in your body is and the impact it can have on your health. Whether you’re a world class athlete or someone who sits at their desk all day in the corporate world, Momentous has products that can help you perform at the highest level. They are all quality tested at the highest level, and they are for anyone who wants to feel better without overthinking their nutrition. Use Code: BRETT15 for 15% off your order.

Mon, March 25, 2024

E319 | Taylor Somerville: Stress Management for High-Achievers

We’ve heard it all before.  Stay calm. Relax. Carve out some time for yourself . But let’s face it - stress is part of the human condition. Is there anything we can realistically do to manage this force that has the potential to wreak havoc on our lives? Our guest today has fought this battle and emerged a better version of himself.  Taylor Somerville spent 15 years in the investment business, but the stress and anxiety of it left him deep in burnout .  So, he left that all behind, and in 2018 he founded Symmetry, a company that helps organizations, athletes, and individuals across multiple spectrums improve their own stress management, performance, and overall health and wellness.   In today’s episode, we discuss: What it takes to pivot in your career  How to find your audience and cultivate your niche Strategies and tools to harness the power of breathwork How reframing can be a powerful tool for stress management Referenced Resources: If you’d learn more about Taylor and Symmetry’s services, visit www.symmetry.live and follow them on Instagram at @symmetry.live.  Today’s show is brought to you by Momentous .  When it comes to your health, the best thing you can do is control the controllables. And that is why we are proud to partner with companies like Momentous , who remain focused on providing and developing products that will keep your body running at its best. If you’re looking for a way to boost your protein intake, elevate your workouts, or supplement your diet, use code: BRETT15 for 15% off your order. DON’T MISS THIS! This is also our last call for The Apprenticeship in Phoenix April 20th-21st.   Bookmark our Live Events page so you’ll never miss a date! Referenced Material:Entrepreneur Essentials: Pt 1 , Pt 2 , and Pt 3

Mon, March 18, 2024

E318 | Donald Miller: How to Build a Profitable Coaching Business

Have you been dying to build a business in Coaching or another passion, but have no idea where to start?  If you don’t take action, will it turn into a regret that you’ll never forgive yourself for? Our guest today has helped countless people reach business success they had never thought was possible.  Donald Miller is the CEO of Story Brand and Business Made Simple .  He’s also the Host of the Coach Builder youtube channel , and the author of several best selling books including: Building  Story Brand , Marking Made Simple , and How To Grow Your Small Business .  In this episode we dive deep into his new book Coach Builder and cover many topics including: The importance of defining your brand What to look for when hiring new employees or a virtual assistant How long it realistically takes to become a trusted authority Guidelines for creating your first high-revenue product The must-use tools for entrepreneurs at any level  Referenced Resources: If you’d like to order Donald’s new book, please visit www.coachbuilder.com/artofcoaching and receive a Bonus Webinar: How To Sell Your Coaching Services! Ironically, during the episode Donald uses an example for a business idea of a workshop around developing keynote presentations.  If that type of product would interest you, we have good news!  On June 1st - 2nd we’re hosting our Speaker School in Phoenix, AZ .  Our team has experience delivering keynotes to industry leaders from Microsoft, Facebook, Wells Fargo, several Universities, and Professional Sport organizations.  This workshop isn’t just for experienced speakers, it’s also for those who want to find their voice or ease the social anxiety that comes with public speaking.  We keep the number of participants to 10 or less to make sure you get the experience and feedback you deserve. Sign ups are open now and you can take advantage of Early Bird Special and save up to $200!  Hurry, offer expires April 1st! If you haven’t already, make sure you sign up for our Newsletter and stay up to date on all of our <a href='http

Mon, March 11, 2024

E317 | Tyson Shumway: Law Enforcement Lessons for De-Escalating Conflict

Imagine approaching a vehicle or entering a building, not knowing if the people inside wanted to do you harm.  The ability to maintain composure in high risk situations like this can be the difference between going home to your family or being rushed to the hospital. That statement isn’t just hyperbole, it’s woven into Tyson Shumway’s daily life.  Tyson has worn a number of hats along with his body armor over his 16 year career as a police officer.  He began his career on the Southside of Los Angeles before transitioning to SWAT, where he was a team member for 7 years.  In addition, he has also taught cadets at the police academy and is currently on patrol in Sacramento.  His passion for teaching has carried over to his off-duty time where he conducts firearms training for Fieldcraft Survival and is a Facilitator with Art of Coaching.   In today’s episode, we: Discuss how a law enforcement professional approaches de-escalating conflict Learn how to manage our emotions in tense situations Weigh the costs of engaging in office politics Explore the benefits of leveraging our inner anti-hero Referenced Resources: One recurring frustration from today’s episode was the lack of opportunities to practice communication skills.  On June 1st - 2nd we’re hosting our Speaker School in Phoenix, AZ , where you can find your voice and refine your message in a judgment-free environment using our research backed evaluation, video analysis, and feedback from your fellow attendees.  We’ll also cover topics on slide design, how to present more effectively, and how to be more articulate.  This is for everyone ranging from those who need more confidence and are battling social anxiety, to someone who is getting paid to speak in front of large numbers.  We keep the number of participants to 10 or less to make sure you get enough reps. Sign ups are open now and you can take advantage of Early Bird Special and save up to $200!  Hurry, offer expires April 1st! If you enjoyed this episode and are a new listener, we are dying to know you and be a key resource for you achieving your goals.  Shoot us an email at info@artofcoaching.com and let us know how we can help.  Make sure you sign up for our Newsletter and stay up to date on all of our Courses and Live Events .  Referenced Material: E240: The 4 Styles Of Communication E282: Understanding Neurodiversity: Strategies For Clear Com

Mon, March 04, 2024

E316 | Why Positivity Isn't Always the Answer

“Just stay positive!  You’ll figure it out.  Stick with it!  Keep grinding 💪  Don’t forget to practice gratitude. 🙏” These are just a few of the commonly used phrases we hear from those who pound the positive leadership drum over, and over, and over again.  Though well-intentioned, messages like these perpetuate the myth that a leader should always be positive, putting an immense amount of pressure on people to live up to a heroic ideal.  In the real world, we’re all just human, and embracing that is the key to being a more genuine, authentic, and skillful leader.  In today’s episode, we: Explain the consequences of forced positivity Discuss the purposes of all 6 primary emotions  Break down how to recognize, manage, and use “negative emotions” to enhance our leadership skills Referenced Resources: If this episode struck a nerve and you’d like to dive deeper or you have specific questions, we’d love to interact with you in our online community - Mighty Networks .  This is our answer to the shortcomings of other social media platforms, and allows our team to deliver a steady stream of content that directly addresses your needs!  This is the best-kept secret of our Art Of Coaching offerings and is less than $20 per month! You can cancel for free at any time, so why not give us a chance to provide you with value?  Sign up HERE today! There is so much more to leadership than just being positive.  Humans are complex and communication is like any skill, it must be understood and practiced.  There is no better place to get the knowledge and application you need than at The Apprenticeship .  If you’d like to trade mantras for impact, nothing packs a punch like experiential learning with a like-minded group of peers.  Words don’t do it justice! Come see us April 20th-21st in Phoenix, AZ !  Newsletter : Be the first to access all our live events & latest Free Resources and receive exclusive discounts! Your opinion and feedback matters to us!  Realistically, it’s the only way we know if the time and effort we put into our podcast each week is worth it!  So If this episode was helpful and you appreciated the topic, please do us a favor and leave us a review on iTunes and share the episode with anyone else you think would benefit from it.  This helps us more than you know, and we can’t thank you enough for your time, effort, and support!  A

Mon, February 26, 2024

E315 | How to Be a More Fluent and Articulate Speaker

Have you ever heard someone deliver a captivating message that seemed to use all the right words in just the right way?  Whether it’s in casual conversation, at work pitching a new idea, in front of an audience, or in the way we write, we want our message to seamlessly flow from one point to the next and be easy to understand.   Fluency and articulation are unquestionably important if you want to be persuasive and project confidence and competence. Being able to communicate with precision is a skill that is trainable and is very much at the core of our mission at Art of Coaching.  This episode will cover: Define verbal fluency and articulation and how they complement each other Distinguish between clarity and conciseness  How to manage disfluencies and when they can actually be helpful The neurophysiological component and tips on how to make meaningful improvements Referenced Resources: If you want to improve your public speaking or aspire to get in front of an audience someday or even if you’d just like to be more confident in front of a room, Speaker School is the perfect live event for you!  Whether you have a message you’ve been burning to get out, or are still in the idea stage, there is no better place to find true progress.  Our Early Bird special is still available through April 1st, don’t hesitate on your chance to SAVE UP TO $200! If you loved the episode but can’t get to Speaker School, we also offer virtual mentoring and will do whatever we can to meet you where you are.  Send us a message at info@artofcoaching.com and let's get started! More dates and events for 2024 are being added, keep up to date and come see us this year at one of our Live Events !  We’d love to see you there! Referenced Material: The previous episode in this series all about Self Comparison

Mon, February 19, 2024

E314 | How to Compare Yourself to Others in a Way That's Constructive

How can you keep self comparison from becoming a negative force in our lives?  We’ve all heard phrases such as “comparison is the thief of joy,” and have been bombarded with negative stories and statistics about social media and its magnification of self comparison.  While we don’t dispute the destructive effect it can have, comparison can also be harnessed for good and boost our self worth.   Today’s episode will cover the history of self-comparison - the innate human behavior that can help us assess where our current abilities are and motivate us to push further, if properly managed and kept in check.  We’ll cover: The science behind self comparison and social learning theory 4 types of comparisons How our drives affect the way we compare ourselves to others and our past selves General tips for how to keep self comparison from turning into self destruction Referenced Resources: If you happened to miss the first episode in this series - How To Communicate With Someone Who Shuts Down or Stonewalls - give it a listen!   We can’t fully grasp who we are without understanding what drives and motivates our decisions and behaviors.  Take our quiz and understand more thoroughly another piece in the messy puzzle of self comparison. It’s natural to want to compare yourself to your past self and others.  If you’d like to receive feedback and be evaluated in real time from a diverse group of like-minded peers, we can’t recommend The Apprenticeship , Speaker School , or Brand Builder live workshops enough!  If a group workshop doesn’t really sound like your thing, but you would really like some professional evaluation and feedback, check out our 3 month 1:1 Mentorship Program. Reach out to our team at info@artofcoaching.com to take your next steps! Our next Apprenticeship workshop is in beautiful Phoenix, AZ, and the Early Bird special is only available until February 20!  Don’t miss out on your chance to SAVE $150!  More dates and events for 2024 are being added, keep up to date and come see us this year at one of our Live Events ! Referenced Material: One of life’s biggest stressors - Time Management The envious brai

Mon, February 12, 2024

E313 | How to Communicate with Someone Who Shuts Down or Stonewalls

Have you ever been in a tough conversation with someone who just withdrew or shut down?   Relationships and communication are a lot like an iceberg.  There’s often more going on beneath the surface that we can’t see or prepare ourselves for, eventually leading to an unexpected and harmful crash.   Today’s episode will improve your knowledge and understanding of why people shut down AND give you tools to navigate the crash.  Tune in for: What stonewalling is and key behaviors to look out for What we can do as leaders to get out of our own way Tips to think outside of the box for unexplored strategies for progress Pros and cons to common advice or relationship hacks Referenced Resources: We are fully aware of our scope of practice and this podcast is discussing general communication strategies around stonewalling and shutting down.  If you are in an abusive relationship we urge you to reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline by phone at 1-800-799-SAFE or online at thehotline.org . If you are listening outside of the US, seek local resources for support. We often use case studies generated from listener emails, as well as real life scenarios we’ve dealt with through our mentoring program.   If you’d like 1-on-1 guidance from our team, reach out to us today at info@artofcoaching.com and let us know you’re interested in our mentoring program.  We will let you know what the next steps are from there! If you are dealing with similar situations like the ones discussed in today’s episode, get guidance, practice, feedback, and PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS at The Apprenticeship .  Our next workshop is in beautiful Phoenix, AZ, and the early bird special is only available for 9 more days!  Don’t miss out on your chance to SAVE $150!  Keep an eye on all of our Live Workshops for updates on our 2024 schedule! Referenced Material: 4 Communication Styles Podcast

Mon, February 05, 2024

E312 | Repairing a Strained Relationship: What to Say and Do

What strained relationships are you currently facing or have you faced in the past? As long as other people are involved, strained relationships can exist in any context and often are exasperated at the worst possible times, only to make things exponentially worse.  So how are you supposed to deal with them? Today’s episode gives several examples of strained relationships, and is packed with ways for you to improve the ones you’re looking to reconcile.  Tune in to this quick hitter for The pertinent questions to ask yourself before having the hard conversation Tools to bring clarity and conciseness to your message Strategies to get feedback on your communication before the actual interaction How these same concepts apply to entrepreneurship, sales, and marketing This episode was a result of a listener reaching out with a specific issue they were working through.  What situations are you in that you’d like to hear another perspective on?  We understand the risks you might be facing if you share “classified” information, so don’t worry.  We keep it all anonymous in order to protect both you and the other parties involved.  That said, I hope this episode will encourage you to share with us!  Go to artofcoaching.com/question to contact our team directly. For a FREE and EASY list of reflection questions and an activity to help you apply this episode to your life, CLICK HERE . If you’re looking for something a little more stimulating and impactful than a list of reflection questions, check out our Apprenticeship workshop .  Communication is something no one will ever perfect, hence the name “The Apprenticeship.”  If you’re sick of wasting your time and money on conferences where the return on investment is little to none, come join us for an intimate and interactive workshop, where you’ll not only gain the knowledge and understanding you need to navigate the messy realities of relationships, but more importantly, you’ll get hands on experience working through your specific situation and gain the perspective of the AOC team and other individuals looking to improve themselves as well.  You can find our entire 2024 Live Event schedule here, and if you have any questions, schedule a free discovery call !  It would be our pleasure to help you find a solution and strategy to reaching your goals. Other Resources & Services We Offer to Help You Reach Your Goals: Online Courses <a href='https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup/?_gl=1*1aoofud*_gcl_au*M

Mon, January 29, 2024

E311 | How Sharing Your Flaws Improves Credibility

“The key to leadership is being vulnerable.”   Although this concept has been trending for more than a few years now, there is still plenty of ambiguity around what that actually looks like in the real world.  We know this because as a leadership development company, we consistently get questions about it - What do I need to be vulnerable about?  How much is too much?  When is the best time to share? Today’s episode answers these questions and several others, to help you become a better leader and teammate through a willingness to share your flaws.  A few specifics we address are: How the perception of credibility has changed over time 3 key features of credibility How the vulnerability loop enhances relationships “The little things” that contribute to trustworthiness and warmth Referenced Resources: Valued : If you’re struggling with feeling under-valued in your current job or position, this episode is just a starting point for ways to influence how you’re perceived by others in the workplace.  Our online course Valued covers this topic in more depth, as well as working as a go-to guide for all things finding, solidifying and maximizing the job. This resource will teach you the skills you need to become irreplaceable within your organization. 1:1 Mentoring: For anyone looking for someone to lean on, act as a devil’s advocate, or just run ideas and decisions by, this program is designed to provide the support and accountability you need.  We have a wide variety of mentors in many different locations and walks of life available to provide you guidance and training tailored specifically to your needs.  Apply for our 1:1 Mentorship Program today , or reach out to us at info@artofcoaching.com , and we’ll get you moving in the right direction!

Mon, January 22, 2024

E310 | A Key Strategy for Avoiding Misunderstandings

In the pursuit of being a better communicator, leader, coach, teammate, spouse, or friend, it’s easy for us to get caught up in our messaging - that is, WHAT we are saying. And as ambitious individuals, we dive into the research.  With a bit of education, reflection, and feedback, we then realize that it’s not just the words themselves, but also HOW we say them, that matters.  Afterall, studies have shown that the actual words said only account for 7% of the perceived meaning! But even when we take both of these things into consideration, we still seem to have misunderstandings.  That’s why today’s episode gives you several new pieces of the context to chew on as you reflect on previous interactions or strategize for upcoming conversations. Some of the key topics covered in this episode are: The questions you need to ask yourself BEFORE you start to strategize your approach Specific outlines and examples to use when approaching hard conversations How to combat the fear of being taken the wrong way Related Episodes: 126: 8 Obstacles to Building Buy-In 127: How To Give the Most Effective Feedback 130: How Understanding Drives Helps Build Buy-In 194: How To Become a Better Listener 202: Why Facts & Logic Don’t Change Our Minds 207: How Perception Impacts Communication and Relationships 261: “What Should I Do?”  Applying Strategic Thinking to Conflict Resolution 270: How To Build Trust So You Can Do Your Job, Have More Autonomy, & Help More People FULL DISCLOSURE ALERT: Despite running a company that is largely focused on communication and understanding, power dynamics and human interaction, I fall short a lot. My wife and I have been together for 13+ years. We still get into arguments, we still fight, and I lose my cool sometimes.  And for a long time, I felt like that made me a failure and a fraud. And then what I realized is it's exactly what we talked about at Art of Coaching and why our products exist. None of us are ever going to be good enough at communication. It doesn’t matter what or how many degrees or certifications I have, how many books I’ve written, or how many people I’ve mentored along the way.  There’s always room for improvement, ESPECIALLY when it comes to my family and loved ones. If you can relate to this, that's where our work can help. We don't do a bunch of pie in the sky solutions. We're real people who have real flaws just like you, but we take a research backed and exp

Mon, January 15, 2024

E309 | Nir Eyal: Indistractable: Strategies For Staying Focused in a Noisy World

If you’re a first time listener to the Art of Coaching podcast ,  it’s important for you to know that the focus of our work is to provide you with pragmatic solutions to real world problems;  to have real conversations about the messy realities of life and leadership that often get swept under the rug; to avoid simply giving short term band aid solutions, and to equip you with the tools you need to address the root causes of the problems you’re working to overcome. That’s why we are excited to bring the work of today’s guest - the psychology of distraction - directly to you.  Nir Eyal is the author of two bestsellers. His first book, Hooked , is a Silicon Valley must-read and emerged from a class he taught at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. He's just published a follow-up book, Indistractable , which is what we cover in our conversation today. Indistractable was recently named one of the Best Business and Leadership Books of the Year, according to Amazon and one of the Best Personal Development Books of the Year by Audible. It also won the 2019 Outstanding Works of Literature (OWL) Award in the Big Idea category.  Because of the actionable frameworks and research-backed strategies for fighting distraction, we knew Nir’s work would provide monumental value to our ambitious audience.  Specifically, Nir dives into: The difference between root cause and proximate cause and how this affects your productivity Different types of distraction and how to identify them 4 steps to becoming “ indistractable” Examples on how to use these 4 steps in your personal and professional life Nir’s Work: Books: Indistractable & Hooked Indistractable bonus content Indistractable summary article Indistractable Model graphic:  Articles: <a href='

Mon, January 08, 2024

E308 | How to Improve Sales Without Being Slimy

There are a lot of negative stereotypes surrounding “sales.”  Everything from the “sleazy car salesman” to the “lifestyle lush” to the “credibility crackpot” - there’s no shortage of these! So it makes sense why so many of us have some level of discomfort when we think about selling something. But the truth is that “sales” is an every-day part of our lives - whether it’s at work, at home, or in our social circles, selling is unavoidable. So to help ease any insecurities you might have about the topic, and/or to help you become more purposeful in your sales approach and strategy, today’s episode covers the Do’s, Don’ts and Core Principles behind the sales process.  Specifically, The essential information you need to tailor your message appropriately Why so many of us have insecurities about the idea of sales How to keep your messaging consistent and build trust with your audience Critical questions and considerations for your communication strategy Referenced Resources: Brand Builder (Entrepreneur Essentials Workshop) Speaker School Workshop 1:1 Mentoring Facilitator Course - Email us to find out more at info@artofcoaching.com The Apprenticeship - our live Leadership and Communication Training Workshop.  *Take advantage of early bird, military/ first responder, and group discounts! When we say “leadership training,” we are not referring to cheesy corny trust-falls, motivational speak, or anything of the sorts.  We are talking about the things that people say they wish they would have known earlier in their career and life - how to navigate difficult people and conversations, power dynamics, negotiations, and implement change. If you deal with people-problems at all, if you’re in a leadership position or want to be in a leadership role, if you want LESS DRAMA - you need to get to this event! Check out our entire 2024 live event schedule for the best date and location for you! Referenced Podcast Episodes: E266: How To Find Your Voice & Get Out Of Your Head E204: Amira Mansour: Starting Your Own Coaching Business & Managing The Voice In Your Head E188: Ethan Kross: Chatter - The Voice In Our Head, Why It Matters, and How To Harness It E112: Finding & Developing Your Leadership Voice If there are other

Mon, January 01, 2024

E307 | Most Shared E117 | Impression Management in Leadership & Life

The brands we wear, the foods we eat, the people we associate with, the way we act in public… These are all ways we consciously (and often subconsciously) control others’ perception of us.  But we don’t have just one “authentic self” to portray. We are like actors playing many roles, in a constant state of flux depending on our context.  Awareness of this outward expression, or as we like to say, impression management, can help us understand how our public image is tied to our ability to reach desired goals.  On today’s episode we’ll discuss: The reasons for our curated self-presentation The 6 types we exhibit most and why they work How to refine our current impression management strategies Join Our 1:1 or Group Mentoring Programs here Follow us on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB & @aocoaching Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel and my newsletter Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, December 25, 2023

E306 | Most Shared E256 | Marsha Bartholomew: Life and Leadership Lessons From My Mom

If you’re like me, you often reflect on the things your parents, grandparents, or mentors have taught you.   But have you ever asked them what they’ve learned from you?  The answer may surprise you. The life of Marsha Bartholomew has been no cakewalk.  From the challenges she faced growing up with a no-nonsense family, to a young female professional in a male dominated work-force, to motherhood, and beyond - the lessons she’s learned along the way provide insight and value to people in every walk of life. In today’s episode, my mom expands on her life experiences, including a 38 year career with the Social Security Administration.  She speaks about: The leadership secret that AI will never be able to replace  How she overcame challenges she faced as a woman in the workforce in the ‘70s  The tactics she used to create an achievement driven culture in an extremely diverse department  The best and worst advice she’s ever received Referenced Resources: What Drives You Quiz Simply the Decision Making Process Simple Yet Challenging Advice from Father to Son Art of Coaching Podcast E100: Working With Your Spouse and Betting on The Future A Note on your Continuing Education: What does your continuing education look like?  Whatever conferences you’re attending, articles or books you’re reading, or online courses you’re crawling through, ask yourself - are you truly getting the applied value you’re seeking?  As we walk into 2024, please consider stepping away from the same old conferences and clinics you go to year after year, and give us a chance to provide you with value that positively impacts you both professionally AND personally! Get Involved with the Art of Coaching Community: The Apprenticeship - our live Leadership and Communication Training Workshop. When we say “leadership training,” we are not referring to cheesy corny trust-falls, motivational speak, or anything of the sorts.  We are talking about the things that people say they wish they would have known earlier in their career and life - how to navigate difficult people and conversations, power dynamics, negotiations, and implement change. If you deal with people-problems at all, if you’re in a leadership position or want to be in a leadership role, if you want LESS DRAMA - you need to get to this event! Check out our entire 2024 live event schedule for the best date and

Mon, December 18, 2023

E305 | Missy Mitchell-McBeth: Telling It Like It Is with a Professional Touch

“What hills are you willing to die on?” This probably isn’t the first time you’ve heard that question, but it’s one worth revisiting time and time again.  Why?  Because it’s a key factor in deciding when and how to communicate in sticky situations. In today’s episode, our guest Missy Mitchell-McBeth shares what she has learned first hand about being authentic - and sometimes even “painfully honest” - throughout her 20 year career, and provides valuable insight about how and when to adapt your communication approach. Missy is a strength and conditioning coach with over 20 years of experience at both the high school and collegiate levels.  She is the owner of SaFe Iron, LLC a consulting company that teaches simplified strength and conditioning principles to sport coaches.  She also  serves as the Director of Sports Performance for Fieldhouse Volleyball Club in the DFW Metro Area, and is the Texas Assistant Sales and Business Development Director at Power Lift, USA. In addition, Mitchell-McBeth serves on the board of the National High School Strength Coaches Association, holding a MSEd in Exercise Physiology along with CSCS, SCCC, USAW, and FRCms certifications. In today’s episode, you’ll hear Missy’s thoughts on: The values that guide her decisions and determine which hills she’s willing to die on Navigating difficult personalities in the workplace, despite generational differences Tips for deciding what “battles” to fight & advice for the young professional The keys to influencing someone like her - a very direct and “no B.S.” type of personality How to Connect with Missy:  Website: Safeirontraining.com Twitter & Instagram: @missyMmcbeth Referenced Resources: Quiz: What Drives You? Leave a Review for the podcast What questions do you have?  What would you like to hear more about on our podcast?  Please reach out to us directly at info@artofcoaching.com and let us know!  Help us bring you the value you’re looking for! Whether your goals are personal or professional in nature, there are no skills more transferable than people skills.  Your level of social agility - your ability to listen well and speak appropriately, manage sensitive or sticky situations, and influence others - will not only set you apart from your peers, but also provide a higher level of satisfaction in your life and relationships.  At AoC, our goal is to provide you with the tools, strategies and practice you need to make progress in

Mon, December 11, 2023

E304 | In Case You Missed It: E252 Strategies for Combatting the Holiday Blues and Getting Out of a Rut

Comparison is the thief of joy, and FOMO is the enemy of you really valuing your own time, your own experience and your own perspective. It can be so easy to get caught up in what we think we SHOULD be feeling during the holiday season - especially with the way it is promoted in all the cheesy movies, TV shows and social media. So if you’re someone who struggles with this, or you know someone who does, its important to know you aren’t alone.   In fact, you fall into the majority. Because there are so many people out there dealing with this, today’s episode is meant to address a number of factors we can control to improve our mood and adjust our perspectives and expectations of “the most wonderful time of the year.” Here are just a few of the remedies you can implement: Motion is Lotion - how physical movement positively impacts your mood (18:10)  Specific and simple strategies to change your environment (24:00) Why both pro-social behavior AND isolating yourself can be necessary (28:25) How to leverage your mood to benefit your productivity (41:30) Referenced Materials: AOC Podcast Episode 106 - Jesse Elis: The Authenticity Trap AOC Podcast Episode 146 - How to Deal with Overwhelm & Burnout Online Course: Valu(ED) Please help us support the Leukemia Lymphoma Foundation and the Alzheimer's Association by purchasing a signed copy of Conscious Coaching .  This is not only a great cause, but gives us the chance to personally say thank you for supporting our small family-owned business.  Your support makes a tremendous difference and we appreciate our community more than you know! CLICK HERE to make your purchase of $11.99/ each! It's also hard to have a clear mind if you never get a chance to talk out some of the issues or problems you're struggling with.  For this exact reason, we now offer our 1-on-1 Art of Coaching virtual mentoring program . Coaches need coaches too, and that's the value we can provide to you if you let us. Submit a request form today for more information! We can’t say this enough, so we’ll say it again - WE VALUE YOUR FEEDBACK! If you have any questions, concerns or feedback to share, please reach out to use directly at info@artofcoaching.com .  We would love to hear from you! Today’s ep

Mon, December 04, 2023

E303 | Critical Questions to Ask Yourself Before the Year Ends

The pursuit of personal and professional growth can be exhausting.  It requires consistent open-mindedness, regular introspection, daily accountability and a willingness to challenge our own beliefs and opinions. And let’s be honest - admitting you’re wrong is never fun or easy. So, to help you in this pursuit, we want to share a list of 10 of our favorite reflection questions.   We’ve not only used ourselves as a self-awareness tool, but also with our staff, family and friends to spark purposeful discussion, and to gain the outside perspective we need to reveal our blindspots.  We hope you’ll benefit from them as much as we have! Find a list of all 10 questions (plus a fun bonus question) by downloading our Podcast Reflection Questions if you haven’t already done so. And if you have any other questions that you’ve found particularly helpful, and you’d like to share, we’d love to hear them!  You can reach us directly at info@artofcoaching.com . If you find this episode helpful, check out our most updated FREE Self - Reflection Guide for another 150 questions or browse through any of our other free resources ! Help us in our fight against Leukemia and Alzheimer's by purchasing a Signed Copy of Conscious Coaching : Each holiday season, we donate a portion of our signed book sales to these organizations.  Because a core attribute of our business is conveying Midwest warmth and appreciation, we sell signed copies. This also gives us  a chance to say thank you and personalize each individual copy.  So if you want to donate to a good cause, and you know somebody that maybe would appreciate the book, or maybe you want to buy a bunch of them for your institution as other organizations have, or whatever it is, go to https://artofcoaching.com/product/book/ . Today’s episode is brought to you by AG1: They get it - you’re time poor and don’t always get in the fruits and veggies you know you should, especially during the holiday season. So take this opportunity to get the nutrients you need to keep your body healthy and functioning at an optimal level! Get a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase simply by visiting drinkAG1.com/coach .

Mon, November 27, 2023

E302 | Most Shared: Robert Greene E208 Mastering Human Nature & Facing Your Flaws

“True genius, in strategy or anywhere, lies in self-control, self-mastery, presence of mind, and fluidity of thought.” - Robert Greene  When it comes to the study of human nature, power dynamics and social intelligence, there’s perhaps no one more knowledgeable than Robert Greene.  Collectively, his 7 (soon to be 8) books have sold more than 20 million copies, and along the way he’s consulted countless world leaders, athletes, politicians and celebrities.  By scouring human history to understand patterns of behavior, he’s developed the unique ability to take incredibly complex and rich subject matter and whittle it down to key learnings that are relatable, tactical and applicable.   In this interview, we ask Robert what role communication, self-awareness and social intelligence played in not only his own life but also the historical figures he has dedicated his life to studying.  We cover: Tips for navigating the messiness of the human condition  Behind the scenes of his new book, The Law of The Sublime   Applying higher level strategy in sports and business  The critical communication skill every coach must prioritize  How our obsession with technology impacts our communication  Connect with Robert Greene:  Via his website / buy his books: https://www.robertgreene.co/ Via his social media: https://linktr.ee/Robertgreene In this episode, you heard Brett and Robert talk about our live 2 day communication workshop - The Apprenticeship . If you’ve ever wanted to see how you come across to others, learn how to ethically influence people, navigate power dynamics and develop a strategy or approach for solving conflict or having hard conversations- join us! Your chance to secure your spot (***they’re limited***) and the Early Bird Discount for our upcoming San Francisco event ends December 3, so act today!  Save $150 HERE! Other AoC Resources: 1:1 Virtual or Group Mentoring/ Staff Development Group Mentoring (The Coalition) Online Courses Live Events Request Us As a Speaker If this episode was helpful and you appreciated the replay, please do us a favor and leave us a review on iTunes and

Mon, November 20, 2023

E301 | Time and Energy Tips to Keep You Sane

“There just isn’t enough time in the day.” Whether you’re a parent, a business owner, lead a group of people, or are simply a busy-body, we all experience times where we just can’t get it all done.  There’s too much on our to-do list and not enough hours to knock it all out. If this sounds like you, listen in!  Today’s episode provides a tactical framework and strategy to help you quantify where and how you’re spending your time and energy, allowing you to analyze and prioritize your tasks in a way that aligns with your goals and objectives. Specifically, I dive into: The difference between time and energy management 7 quantifiable categories of energy management How to use this tool to identify asymmetries and set boundaries A regular reassessment strategy for your staff or team Referenced Resources: Reflection Questions So many of us struggle in this area, so if this resonates with you, please know you’re not alone!  This is just one of the common topics we help individuals with through our 1:1 mentoring program .  If you’re looking for support and want to find out how we can help you utilize the strategies we shared in today’s podcast, schedule a free discovery call with our team today! Or if you’d prefer, you can get in touch with our team directly by emailing us at info@artofcoaching.com. If you liked this episode, we would truly appreciate it if you would leave a review. It helps us not to get buried under some of these bigger podcasts, and we want this information to reach as wide of an audience as possible. So share it with a friend or family member who might be interested!  We appreciate your time and effort more than you know! Today’s episode is brought to you by: Mighty Networks Digital Community: Our digital community where you can gain access to information, discussion, and a group of professionals (including the AoC Team) who are serious about their development.  For only $19.99/ month (free cancellation at any time) you can take your communication, leadership, and relationship skills to the next level.  Join us today! AG1 : I constantly fall short when it comes to my daily nutrient intake. Whether that's because I'm traveling, or simply because things get hectic because, well - LIFE - it's just a great way to cover all of my bases. For less than $3 a day, it's a small micro habit with huge benefits.  Fo

Mon, November 13, 2023

E300 | The Long Game: Creating Meaningful Work that Endures

Whether you're a long-time listener or just joining us, in this episode we explore how to turn the spark of an idea into a beacon for others, how to navigate the inevitable hurdles you will face with grace (sort of), and how to stay true to your vision when the climb gets steep. From the power of starting to the resilience needed to keep going, we're diving deep into what it takes to build something meaningful and keep it thriving. Key Topics Discussed: Starting with a clear vision and being open to change. Approaching work with quality, consistency, and a mindset of service. Overcoming the common fears that plague creators and leaders. Practical steps to creating something that stands the test of time. Referenced Resources: Howt to start podcast  51 Podcast dirty secret 255 podcast strategies what i’ve learned 156 How to write book artofcoaching.com/book - mentioned new book Imposter download Mentioned events - hope to see you in person Next apprenticeship: On September 9th & 10th, The Art of Coaching team will be partnering with Diakadi Fitness for our LAST Apprenticeship of 2023.  If you are unfamiliar with The Apprenticeship, it’s a highly interactive 2-day workshop that steps out beyond the boundaries of typical conferences and seminars.  This isn’t a “rah-rah,” motivational, death by powerpoint event.  On the contrary, by attending, you’ll experience the practice, coaching, and feedback you need to truly improve in the areas of communication, leadership, and building trusting relationships.  And on top of that, you’ll earn 1.8 CEUs for 18 hours of continuing education.  Sign up today to develop the skills necessary to help you strategically approach any conversation.  We’ll see you there!

Mon, November 06, 2023

E299 | How to Quit Being a People Pleaser

People pleasing -  we’ve all seen it before (whether we recognized it or not) - constantly being agreeable, always saying yes, never setting any boundaries - all to the point of self-destruction.  If you haven’t experienced it yourself, it’s likely you’ve witnessed someone else demonstrate these behaviors.  And although it may have short-term benefits, we know that these self-destructive tendencies are not sustainable, and can lead to mental, physical, and emotional exhaustion and burnout. If this is something you think you might struggle with, or if you know someone who does, today’s episode provides a wide variety of perspectives on what “people pleasing” can look like in the day to day world, a number of root causes, and a handful of different solutions you can use to help you manage these behaviors. More specifically, I dive into:  Quotes that hit - some of the most impactful sound bites I’ve heard on the topic What drives you?  How our drives can lead us into unhealthy people pleasing behaviors The downside to many of the mainstream self-help resources that address the topic The necessary self-reflection that has to take place before we can make long-lasting behavioral changes Referenced Resources: E210: Assertiveness: How To Ask For What You Want & Get What You Need E207: How Perception Impacts Communication & Relationships E208: Robert Greene: Mastering Human Nature and Facing Your Flaws E200: What To Do When Trying To Help Makes Stuff Worse E176: When Positive Thinking Doesn’t Work E22: The Value of Self-Doubt E130: How Understanding Drives Helps Build Buy-In Quiz: What Drives You? Online Course: Valued - mentioned in today’s episode regarding opportunity cost, this life-time access course help you to identify your values and take control of your career Other AoC Resources: 1:1 Virtual or Group Mentoring/ Staff Development Group Mentoring (The Coalition) Online Courses <a href='https://artofcoaching.com/ev

Mon, October 30, 2023

E298: Public Speaking Tips Part 3: Using Strategic Storytelling to Create a Compelling Message

This is it!  The last (and arguably the most important) episode of our 3 part series “Public Speaking Tips.” In today’s episode, we'll dive into our final topic - how to be a better storyteller.  More specifically, you’ll listen to a compilation of soundbites from three of our previous guests.  Each of them will give their own take on how to leverage the skill of storytelling to create a more memorable and impactful message, and connect with any audience on a deeper, more meaningful level.  More specifically, you’ll hear from:  E178: Kindra Hall - The 4 Key Components of a Story and a tactical approach to apply them to your specific context E152: Michael Tucker - How to shift your perspective to find more creative solutions E171: Gabe Polsky -  How to prioritize your message while under constraints The original episodes are linked above, for your reference. In addition to each episode, we provide FREE reflection worksheets to help you think about what each episode means to you and how it applies to your life.  You can download all of them HERE . Are you preparing for a presentation or just looking for some specific coaching regarding your speaking skills? We have exactly what you’re looking for!  Our virtual 1:1 Mentoring Program is tailored to your goals, and provides you with the individualized attention, evaluation, and coaching you need.  Schedule a free consultation call with our team today to find out if it’s the right fit for you! If you’re not really feeling the whole virtual idea, check out our live Speaker School event . Although our 2023 edition is sold out, you can lock in your spot for our 2024 workshop and be the first to get all the updates as they roll out!  This live 2 day experience not only covers the knowledge you need to understand your audience and speak to them in a way they understand, but provides you with a safe environment to fail, one filled with people who want you to succeed, and are there to give you the feedback and encouragement you need to take steps forward.  Lastly - we haven’t done a ton of these series in the past, and we'd love to hear your thoughts!  With everything, our goal is to provide you with value and tools to help you make progress, and we want to make sure that’s what’s happening.  Feel free to contact the team directly at info@artofcoaching.com with any thoughts on things you found interesting or helpful, or not, in our previous 2 series (Entrep

Mon, October 23, 2023

E297 | Public Speaking Tips Part 2 : The Ultimate Keynote Preparation Checklist

“Only the unprepared are overcome by pressure.” - Lou Holtz When it comes to public speaking, not only can solid preparation help to calm your nerves and give you confidence, but if done well, it will be the one thing that sets you apart as a professional.  Why?  Because a thorough preparation process shows the host how much you care, and is the only thing that will allow you to speak clearly and directly to the audience, help you get your message across, and impact the lives of each individual in the crowd. In today’s episode - Part 2 our series on Public Speaking - we reveal a number of often overlooked, yet pivotal components to add to your preparation checklist, allowing you to create an unmatched experience for your audience.  We dive into:  The questions you need to ask about your audience to guide your content development Technological considerations to account for before you create your presentation How to make sure you’re delivering the specific message your audience needs to hear The little things that make a big difference - going above and beyond for your host and audience Referenced Resources: Event Schedule Speaker School Live Event Speaker School Waitlist Our Pre-Speaking Questionnaire Art of Coaching - Main website with all of our resources, products and services If you liked this episode, we would truly appreciate it if you would leave a review. It helps us not to get buried under some of these bigger podcasts, and we want this information to reach as wide of an audience as possible. So share it with a friend or family member who might be interested! If our work resonates with you and you want to get involved, but aren’t sure where to start, our Mighty Networks Digital Community is a great starting point! Our digital community is a user friendly platform where you can gain access to information, discussion, and a group of professionals (including the AoC Team) who are serious about their development.  For only $19.99/ month (free cancellation at any time) you can take your communication, leadership, and relationship skills to the next level.  Join us today!

Mon, October 16, 2023

E296 | Lisa Feldman Barrett: Rethinking Emotions in Leadership and Life

The job of scientists is a tough one - to take complex, multifaceted, messy concepts, and do their best to simplify them in a way that is understandable and digestible to the general public. However, today’s guest, Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett,  warns that if something is too simple, we probably shouldn’t believe it.  Especially when it comes to human behavior and emotions, there’s nothing simple about it - because variation is the norm - not averages.  And in today’s episode, Dr. Barrett explains exactly why that is and how it should change the way we view and approach our interactions. Dr. Barrett is among the top 1% most cited scientists in the world for her revolutionary research in psychology and neuroscience. She is a University Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Northeastern University, and she holds appointments at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, where she serves as Chief Science Officer for the Center of Law, Brain and Behavior. In addition to the books 7 ½ Lessons About the Brain and How Emotions Are Made , Dr. Barrett has published over 260 peer reviewed scientific papers. Not only do we dive into the scientific research that disproves the way many of us have been led to view emotions, Dr. Barrett also does a phenomenal job of speaking to these concepts in a way that helps us apply it to our daily lives. Specifically, we address “The Great Man Theory” - why there is no one-size fits all approach to emotions and what they mean How understanding emotional constructs on a deeper level can make people more adept at navigating social situations The physiological and psychological processes of how we give meaning to our emotions Specific instances where knowing this information can directly influence life outcomes for you and those you impact daily Referenced Resources: Website: Lisafeldmanbarrett.com Book: How Emotions Are Made Book:  7 ½ Lessons About the Brain  TED Talk: You Aren’t At the Mercy of Your Emotions Research Article: Knowing what you’re feeling and knowing what to do about it We are long time fans of Dr

Mon, October 09, 2023

E295 | Public Speaking Tips Part 1: How Much Content is Enough When Presenting?

If there was anything you could talk about for hours on end, what would it be?  Maybe it’s a hobby, your work, the people you care about, or your favorite memories - it could be anything! Now imagine if someone told you they wanted you to speak on that topic, but they only give you 45 minutes to do so.  They also don’t tell you anything about who you’re speaking to (outside of maybe their profession or field), or give any more specific clarification on the goal of the presentation. How would you widdle that down?  How would you know which information to include and what to leave out? As someone who’s been speaking for over a decade, I can honestly tell you that this circumstance happens more often than you might think. That’s why today’s quick hitter - the first of a series on public speaking - covers some baseline principles, tips and strategies on how to handle this situation or others like it, specifically: How to increase the clarity and specificity of your topic (2:55) Which research is necessary for an effective presentation (7:00) Two easy-to-remember guidelines to help you prioritize information (17:10) A straight-forward list of questions to ask yourself to ensure you get your message across and make the impact you want on your audience (19:45) Referenced Resources: Speaker School -  This live 2 day experience not only gives you the knowledge you need to create a logical and clear presentation, but provides you with a safe environment to fail, one filled with people who want you to succeed, and are there to give you the feedback and encouragement you need to take steps forward.  Join us in BEAUTIFUL Phoenix, AZ on November 4th & 5th.  There are only a few spots left, so secure your spot today! 1:1 Mentoring - If you’re looking for the reps, practice, and feedback we offer at Speaker School, but you can’t make the live event, no sweat! Submit this form today to learn more about our for 1:1 mentoring .  We work with growth minded individuals like you who are looking for accountability, feedback, or guidance as you strive to take steps toward your goals.  To find out more about our areas of expertise, simply submit the form above for a free discovery call, or reach out to us directly at info@artofcoaching.com .

Mon, October 02, 2023

E294 | Why Do I Freeze Up?: How to Handle Stressful Situations Like a Pro

“I don’t know.  I just froze up.” Have you ever just “frozen up” in a really important situation?  Maybe you clammed up in a team meeting, forgot the opening to your presentation, or didn’t know how to respond in a social conflict.  Maybe your mind just went blank, you started rambling nonsense, or you kind of just stood there, nodding your head. Freezing can look a variety of ways on different people.  But no matter what it looks like, the costs can be high - a lost opportunity, a strained relationship, or a hit on your own mental health. If you’ve ever experienced something like this or if you know someone who has, this episode is for you.  Today, we explore the science behind what is happening in our brain and body when we freeze, what it can look like, some root causes behind the response, and a few very TACTICAL AND PRACTICAL approaches you can use to combat this occurrence. Specifically, we dive into: The scientific definition and what is happening in the brain during a “mom’s spaghetti” moment (7:10) The first step to addressing this response and the specific questions you should reflect on to help you identify potential root causes (14:40) How to train freezing out of you (21:10) 3 key performance indicators (KPIs) to track your progress as you practice (32:10) Referenced AoC Resources: E207: How Perception Impacts Communication & Relationships E289: How To Get Someone To Quit Interrupting You: Considerations & Strategies Conscious Coaching: The Art and Science of Building Buy-In Apprenticeship - This is an intimate 2-day leadership and communication development workshop. This small group event allows for tactical and hands-on experience, providing you with feedback you can instantly go and apply to situations in every area of your life, improving your adaptability in social situations. Speaker School -  This live 2 day experience not only gives you the knowledge you need to create a logical and clear presentation, but provides you with a safe environment to fail, one filled with people who want you to succeed, and are there to give you the feedback and encouragement you need to take steps forward.  Join us in BEAUTIFUL Phoenix, AZ on November 4th & 5th.  There are only a few spots left, so secure your spot today! Research Articles: <a href='https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7478949/pdf/426_201

Mon, September 25, 2023

E293 | Jesse Williams: From Indigenous Roots to Gridiron Glory: Using Your Platform to Give Others a Chance

Life transitions are often some of the most difficult experiences for people to work through.  Whether you’re facing a career change, a personal evolution, a shift in your health or relationships, or moving to a new home, change requires the skill of adaptability. In today’s episode, our guest, Jesse Williams, reflects on the life experiences that helped him hone his skill of adaptability, and reveals the wide variety of areas where that skill became the lynch pin of his success. Although Jesse would describe himself as a washed up athlete, he is anything but that.  Growing up on the south-side of Brisbane, Australia, he rose from playing for the local football team to moving to America, playing as a powerful anchor on the defensive front at Arizona Western.  There, his exceptional skills led him to become America’s top recruit, earning him a position at the University of Alabama, where he played a vital role in securing two National Championships.  Defying all expectations, Jesse was drafted to the Seattle Seahawks, becoming the only Australian to win a Super Bowl.  A husband, father, and coach, Jesse now speaks worldwide about his journey as an athlete and cancer survivor, working to provide opportunities for the next generation and using football as the catalyst. Despite the fact that Jessie talks a lot about sport, and a good bit about strength and conditioning, at its core, this episode is about transitioning into different cultures, finding yourself throughout the process, and learning how to take your platform and use it for something bigger than yourself. Some of the specific topics we get into are, The childhood adversity that laid the foundation for his success (12:20) The life transitions that forced him to become a better communicator (19:45) Specific skills that transferred from being an athlete to a coach and entrepreneur (32:20) The lessons he learned from the coaching staff at Alabama - what it means to “do your job” at the highest level (39:20) About Jesse/ How to Support His Cause: LinkedIn Instagram Link Tree - find information on Gridiron Australia and speaking requests here X - @GridironAust Referenced Resources: Ask us anything!  Go to artofcoaching.com/question for anything you’d like us to speak on or if you’d simply like us to help you get started finding the answers you’re looking for! Podcast E266: How to Find Your Voice & Get Out of Your Head Art of Coaching Staff Development:  Consis

Mon, September 18, 2023

E292 | Entrepreneur Essentials PT3: How to Create When You’re Short On Time

Over the last two episodes we’ve covered the essentials of entrepreneurship with topics like: how to set up your LLC & finances, identify your key differentiator and do audience research.   On this final episode of the series, we’re going to discuss how to create and market your first (or next) product. For many, this can be an overwhelming and frustrating process- especially when you’re already short on time and busy comparing yourself to all the other “creators” out there.  But creating a great product or service doesn’t require fancy tools or software. In fact, the simpler the better. In today’s episode we cover: How to get out of your own head when creating something new Creating a great product when you’re short on time & money (tools / software) Successful launch strategies for promoting your product What to do if your product or launch fails  Referenced Episodes: Entrepreneur Essentials PT 1: Where To Start & Mistakes To Avoid Entrepreneur Essentials PT 2: Putting Your Idea Into The World & Getting Feedback 5 Big Lies We Tell Ourselves That Hinder Our Process  References Resources: How To Get Over Imposter Phenomenon (Download) Advice For New Coaches (Download) Clarity Webinar (Finding Your Differentiator) Online Course: Blindspot Build your brand and business the right way!   Watch this video to learn about what this life-time access course has to offer! If this episode gave you useful information and you want more, we have you covered!  Sign up for our upcoming BRAND BUILDER WORKSHOP .  In Phoenix, AZ October 7th & 8th, 2023, this interactive event will give you access to myself and other members of the Art of Coaching team. We will give you the time, attention, and resources you need to vet your ideas and feel confident in the next steps you need to take to be successful.  You won’t get this kind of experience anywhere else AND SPOTS ARE LIMITED so sign up today to get the results you're looking for! Sponsors:  Today’s episode is brought to you by AG1 .  For those of us who juggle busy lives, being able to get your daily vit

Mon, September 11, 2023

E291 | Entrepreneur Essentials PT2: Putting Your Idea into the World and Getting Feedback

What is it that you want to put out into the world?  What are you good at?  What are the questions that you get over and over again, and honestly, you’re a little tired of answering? The answer to these questions is your “zone of genius,” and it’s the best place to start when it comes to product or service development. Today’s quick hitter focuses specifically on a proven business strategy that will help you make your first moves toward successful entrepreneurship.  The main points include: How to get the feedback you need to start creating your offering(s) The self-limiting behaviors to look out for that could keep you from moving forward The data points you need to look at when evaluating your first iterations How not to respond to your first results Referenced Resources: E290: Entrepreneur Essentials PT 1: Where To Start & Mistakes To Avoid Art of Coaching Upcoming Events Calendar 1:1 Mentoring - We offer various mentoring options personalized to your industry and goals, covering topics such as discovering your niche, clarifying the next steps in your career, finding your voice as a leader, navigating power dynamics, gaining confidence in negotiating and so much more!  To learn more about this opportunity, click below to schedule a call with an Art of Coaching™ team member: Free discovery call    Online Course: Blindspot Build your brand and business the right way!   Watch this video to learn about what this life-time access course has to offer! If this episode gave you useful information and you want more, we have you covered!  Sign up for our upcoming BRAND BUILDER WORKSHOP .  In Phoenix, AZ October 7th & 8th, 2023, this interactive event will give you access to myself and other members of the Art of Coaching team. We will give you the time, attention, and resources you need to vet your ideas and feel confident in the next steps you need to take to be successful.  You won’t get this kind of experience anywhere else AND SPOTS ARE LIMITED so sign up today to get the results you're looking for! Today’s episode is brought to you by Goodr .  If you’re anything like me, searching for a decent pair of sunglasses is a real headache - literally.  The truth is, I have a massive noggin, and finding something that fits AND doesn’t look ridiculous

Mon, September 04, 2023

E290 | Entrepreneur Essentials PT1: Where to Start and Mistakes to Avoid

As a business owner, author, and someone who has gone through a career transition, I often get asked by others - “how did you do it?” This simple question has paved the way for some of our most popular services at Art of Coaching - our Brand Builder live workshop and our group mentorship The Coalition - because there are so many things that go into the answer.  It’s a complex subject that requires so much more than the 10X Tips & Hacks you see all over social media. However, there are some simple yet critical things that if you don’t get them right, nothing else matters. And those are the things I cover in today’s episode.  Specifically, I’ll speak on: How to get ruthlessly clear about what it is you do, establishing your niche (8:15) How to identify who your competitors are and aren’t (12:20) The start-up costs you’ll need to consider (20:20) The consequences of not owning your digital real estate (27:50) Referenced Resources: E193: What To Charge For Your Time & Expertise: A Deep Dive Brand Builder The Coalition Clarity Webinar Selfish Webinar E259: Understanding and Overcoming Perfectionism Free Download: How To Overcome Imposter Phenomenon If this episode gave you useful information and you want more, we have you covered!  Sign up for our upcoming BRAND BUILDER WORKSHOP .  In Phoenix, AZ October 7th & 8th, 2023, this interactive event will give you access to myself and other members of the Art of Coaching team. We will give you the time, attention, and resources you need to vet your ideas and feel confident in the next steps you need to take to be successful.  You won’t get this kind of experience anywhere else so sign up today to get the results you're looking for! Sponsors:  Today’s episode is brought to you by AG1 .  For those of us who juggle busy lives, being able to get your daily vitamins and minerals is not always easy.  It doesn't matter what your morning routine consists of, sometimes you’re just on the go and you have to sacrifice the imp

Mon, August 28, 2023

E289 | How to Get Someone to Quit Interrupting You: Considerations and Strategies

Today’s archetype: The Interrupter Maybe you know someone like this or maybe you are “The Interrupter” yourself. Either way, we all know the type - in meetings, conversations, and debates, they are constantly cutting others off, becoming a distraction, dominating the discourse, and/or stifling any sort of collaboration. And often, it comes off negatively, as if they are just looking for attention.  But it’s not always that simple.  Sometimes interrupting can simply be a strategy for achieving basic human needs - to be heard, understood, valued, and validated. Today’s episode is all about how to manage The Interrupter in a variety of contexts.  Some of the specific considerations and strategies I cover include,  Possible root causes for the behavior (6:30) How to handle it when someone interrupts you (13:30) The WRONG ways to handle it when someone interrupts you (24:10) Times or contexts in which interruptions are actually appropriate (27:05) Referenced Resources: BRAND BUILDER WORKSHOP   In Phoenix, AZ October 7th & 8th, 2023, this interactive event will give you access to myself and other members of the Art of Coaching team. We will give you the time, attention, and resources you need to vet your ideas and feel confident in the next steps you need to take to be successful.  You won’t get this kind of experience anywhere else so sign up today to get the results you're looking for! Speaker School - This event is all about live practice, repetition, and feedback. The Art of Coaching team will help you refine and practice your speaking skills, and gain the confidence you need in high stake situations to help ensure your message is getting across to those who need to hear it. Apprenticeship - This is an intimate 2-day leadership and communication development workshop. This small group event allows for tactical and hands-on experience, providing you with feedback you can instantly go and apply to situations in every area of your life, improving your adaptability in social situations. Transcripts: If you haven’t noticed, we’ve been chipping away at posting all our podcast episode transcripts on our website (here’s an example of E269: How To Ask Better Questions) .  However, it’s taking time!  So if you would like the transcript to this or any other episode that is not posted yet, please reach out to us at info@artofcoaching.com , and we’ll get it sent directly to you. <p

Mon, August 21, 2023

E288 | James Reid: You Are Not Alone: A Revealing Conversation on Personal Struggles and the Importance of Connection

Real connection is just as essential to our wellbeing as a healthy diet and exercise, if not more. Don’t believe me?  Check out this article , showing that loneliness poses health risks as deadly as smoking. Need more real-life evidence?  Listen to today’s episode, where James Reid (J.R.) opens up about his struggles.  On the outside, he had it all figured out - money, a dream job working with professional athletes, and a growing family.  But on the inside, he was singing a very different song, and the thing he needed to snap out of it wasn’t what you might expect. J.R. is an International Peak Performance Strategist, Podcast Host, and Author who, since 2005, has helped pro athletes, public figures, and leaders excel in their pressure-packed careers while confidently upgrading their health and relationships. His clients include elite professional athletes, Fortune 500 executives, and Award-Winning Entrepreneurs. After a life-altering car accident gave him a major wake-up call, J.R. devoted himself to mastering human performance and showing up bigger for his wife and three kids. As a result, he’s been featured by Focus on the Family and New York Times Best-Selling Author, Michael Hyatt. J.R. also co-authored the book W.O.W. Factor: How Defining Words Can Define Your Life. Today’s episode covers some specific lessons that can be applied to many areas of life, including: How to employ constraints to make purposeful progress toward your goals (27:40) How to use struggles and adversity to benefit you in the grand scheme of life (31:10) The one thing he needed (that we all tend to avoid the most) that would have pulled him out of the downward spiral earlier (44:35) How we can better show up for our friends and loved ones (1:01:30) How to Connect with J.R.: Website | Podcast | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter   Art of Coaching Announcements & Sponsors: Our final live event of 2023 is the Art of Coaching Speaker School .  This live 2 day experience not only gives you the knowledge you need to create a logical and clear presentation, but provides you with a safe environment to fail, one filled with people who want you to succeed, and are there to give you the feedback and encouragement you need to take steps forward. <a href='https://artofcoaching

Mon, August 14, 2023

E287 | Adam Bornstein: Cutting Through the B.S. of Popular Diets and How to Find What Works Best for You

We’ve all been sold bad advice about our “wellness” by so-called experts looking to make money and commoditize our confusion. That’s why in today’s episode, Adam Bornstein and I create some sense out of the diet and fitness myths out there - the things that you are told over and over again you have to do in order to be successful in losing weight, losing fat, building muscle, or living a healthy life.  Adam Bornstein is a New York Times bestselling author and award-winning writer and editor, and the author of You Can't Screw This Up. He is the founder of Born Fitness and Pen Name Consulting, and the co-founder of The Pump with Arnold Schwarzenegger. For the past 20 years, Bornstein has been “the trusted voice in health” as the Fitness and Nutrition editor for Men’s Health , Editorial Director at LIVESTRONG.com, and a columnist for SHAPE, Men’s Fitness, and Muscle & Fitness.  Bornstein has worked as a nutrition advisor for LeBron James, Cindy Crawford, Lindsey Vonn, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. He’s the former Chief Nutrition Officer at Ladder and former Vice President of Nutrition for FitOn. His work has been featured in dozens of publications, including The New York Times, Fast Company , ESPN , and GQ , and he’s appeared on Good Morning America, The Today Show, E! News , and The Cheddar . Beyond wellness, diet, and behavior change, Adam has so much more to offer - so we shift gears and talk about his work life. Specifically, we dive into - Why we struggle to stay healthy even when we have all the necessary resources (5:00) The novelty bias - what it is and how it stops us from reaching our goals (24:20) The one question you need to ask yourself before you can change your life (42:00) Specific tools & strategies Adam uses to manage his life and responsibilities (1:00:30) How to connect with Adam: Website: Bornfitness.com Latest Book: You Can’t Screw This Up IG: @bornfitness LAST CHANCE - Sign up for The Apprenticeship Communication Workshop in New Jersey today! On September 9th & 10th, The Art of Coaching team will be partnering with Myokinetix Physical Therapy & Performance for our LAST Apprenticeship of 2023.  If you are unfamiliar with The Apprenticeship, it’s a highly interactive 2-day workshop that steps out beyond the boundaries of typical conferences and seminars.  This isn’t a “rah-rah,” motivational, death by powerpoint event.  On the contrary, by attending, you’ll experience the practice, coaching, and feedback you need to trul

Mon, August 07, 2023

E286 | Jessie Piper: Trauma Transformed: How to Find Success Despite Coming From a Broken Home

Today we are going to dismantle a myth - the myth that leadership is reserved for those with perceived backgrounds and clear past stories that fit neatly into little success templates.  If you're somebody that's ever felt alienated by the traditional leadership discourse, this episode is for you because of our guest and the unique background and insight she brings.  Our guest, Dr. Jesse Piper, is a living counterexample to the conventional leadership narrative. She was raised by her grandmother after a turbulent early childhood marked by her parents’ struggle with substance abuse. And her story isn't about linear progression, but really a journey through complexity, adversity and resilience.  Jessie obtained her PhD in Family Science from Kansas State University. Her professional interests surround grandfamilies, early childhood development, family dynamics and relationships. She has been with her husband for just over a decade, built a new home, and has two small children. Jessie currently works for the Kansas Department of Health and Environment as the Bureau Director of Family Health where she provides leadership to improve and support children and family health across the lifespan.  In today’s episode we cover everything from Jessie’s professional opinions leadership to how she’s dealt with the trauma in her life, including: The importance of acceptance in the recovery process (12:40 and throughout) How the way we define our identity affects our ability to deal with life transitions (16:10) The line between being someone’s superior and their friend (31:55) The B.S advice to someone struggling to establish their relationship with themselves (42:15) How to connect with Dr. Jessie Piper: Email: Jessie.piper@ks.gov LinkedIn: Jessie Gardiner - Piper Referenced Resources: Quiz: What Drives You?   Our Newsletter - stay up to date on our newest resources and events, including our new Family & Relationships course!  We’d love to see you there! BRAND BUILDER WORKSHOP EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT COMING TO AN END! In Phoenix, AZ October 7th & 8th, 2023, this interactive event will give you access to myself and other members of the Art of Coaching team. We will give you the time, attention, and resources you need to vet your ideas and feel confident in the next steps you need to take to be successful.  You won’t get this kind of experience anywhere else.  The early bird discount ends August 7th, so <a href='https://artofcoaching.lpages.co/build-you

Mon, July 31, 2023

E285 | Embracing the Unplanned: The Value of Having Discussions That Don’t Have a Clear Answer

In any team or organization, formal and structured meetings are necessary - no doubt.  There has to be a documented system of communication for everyone to turn to if there are ever any questions about how, when, and what to communicate. However, being sucked into this type of rigid structure can have its own consequences, which can be detrimental to a team’s environment, productivity, creativity, and overall success. So how do we balance this? Today’s episode dives into this topic from both the perspective of a visionary CEO and the eyes of a day to day task and team manager.  More specifically, I cover: The skills we develop in the process of discussion (throughout) How to deconstruct a problem in a conversation (9:00) How collaborative learning promotes positive culture (13:00) How to respond when the conversation leaves you (or someone else) disheartened or disappointed (18:10)  Referenced Resources and Events: Speaker School -  This live 2 day experience not only gives you the knowledge you need to create a logical and clear presentation, but provides you with a safe environment to fail, one filled with people who want you to succeed, and are there to give you the feedback and encouragement you need to take steps forward.  Join us in BEAUTIFUL Phoenix, AZ on November 4th & 5th.  Early Bird discounts are only live until August 9, so save up to $200 and sign up today! Group Mentoring - Many of us can simply benefit from being around other people that we can run our ideas by, so that we can get them out of our heads and start leveraging strategies to get them out into the world. But we all run up against a wide range of roadblocks, whether they're financial, procedural (not knowing where to start or what to do next), psychological (such as impostor syndrome), or anything like that. And this is especially true if you're a bit of a perfectionist. This is why we started our coalition program , to help people who want to help others make more progress and scale their impact.  If this sounds familiar, take action and apply for our group mentoring program TODAY by filling out this form . 1:1 Mentoring: If group mentoring isn’t for you, good news - we also provide 1:1 Mentoring for anyone looking for someone to lean on, act as a devil’s advocate, or just run ideas and decisions by.  We have a wi

Mon, July 24, 2023

E284 | Jennifer Broxterman: From Greens to Grit: A Dietitian’s Journey Through Business and Surviving Cancer

There is always a cost to leadership - whether you're on the management side of things, you just view yourself as a simple coach, or you have a family and you have to work on being the best parent or spouse you can. There is a cost to it all.  And although we all have our own journey and our own struggles, I bet you know very few people who have had to manage all of that - running a business, having a spouse/ family, and also simultaneously battling an extremely rare form of cancer all during a pandemic.  Well, that is just what Jennifer Broxterman - our guest today - has had to do, although that is far from what defines her. Jennifer Broxterman is a Registered Dietitian & Sports Nutritionist. She’s the founder of PROSPER Nutrition Coaching , a world-class nutrition certification designed specifically for gym owners and coaches. She's also a Foods & Nutrition university professor, and writer for Precision Nutrition. She's worked with clients from NHL hockey players and Olympic athletes, to everyday folks looking to eat and feel better. In today’s episode, we talk about the role of leadership in coaching, developing business skills when you're somebody that is actually just really in love with your trade, and how eating disorders can develop as a result of unhealthy behaviors and habits.  More specifically we cover: The one piece of information that served as a game changer in her career (24:10) Hacks on how to make the healthy choice the easy choice (33:25) Specific examples of how to be an architect of your environment (42:40) Tips on managing your child’s nutrition in a healthy way (59:00) How to Connect with Jen: Email: info@prospernc.com  Website: www.prospernc.com Instagram: @prosper_nc Facebook: @ProsperNutritionCertification Referenced Resources: Mini Masterclass: Liftoff  YouTube: Top 10 Nutrition Habits Ellyn Satter Institute:

Mon, July 17, 2023

E283 | Negotiation Gone Wrong: Handling Rejection and Earning Respect

Rejection is tough. It can make you feel disrespected and insulted, doubt your skill and value, and even cause you to give up on your efforts completely. On the other hand, rejection can be one of the most useful forms of feedback you’ll ever receive, and can even result in a more creative and optimal product or service if you handle it the right way. In today’s episode, I break down and analyze a real life case study - a situation where an individual’s proposal was rejected - and expand on the reasons why her initial response didn’t lead to her desired result and how she can handle it differently in the future. Specifically, I talk about: Why rejection can be so difficult to handle (7:05) How to create a zone of possible agreements (15:20) How to benefit from rejection (27:15) Ways to practice handling rejection & your negotiation skills (32:20) Referenced Resources: Free Download: Building Trust & Buy-In E207: How Perception Impacts Communication & Relationships E210: Assertiveness: How To Ask For What You Want & Get What You Need E281: How To Get Better At Receiving Feedback Free Quiz: What Drives You? Communication & Leadership Workshop: The Apprenticeship Brand Builder Workshop ONLY 1 WEEK LEFT in our Christmas in July Online Course Sale! 30% OFF ALL ONLINE COURSES with promo code SUMMER30.   And for the first time ever, in addition to the course(s) of your choosing, you’ll get exclusive access to our online community completely FREE for 3 months!  Our online community not only gives you access to an entire library of resources related to communication, leadership, building your brand, productivity & career advice (and so much more), but it also connects you with an entire network of professionals all over the world striving to improve themselves personally and professionally.  Don’t miss out on this limited opportunity!  Gain LIFETIME access to your online course today HERE! Today’s episode is brought to you by: AG1 (Formerly Athletic Greens) : I started taking athletic greens because frankly, I wanted to see what the hype was about.  I saw this stuff everywhere. And I also know that I constantly fall short when it comes to my daily nutrient intake. Whether that's because I'm tra

Mon, July 10, 2023

E282 | Understanding Neurodiversity: Strategies for Clear Communication and Collaborative Leadership

If there’s one thing we all know, it’s that our brains work differently.  We think, relate, and communicate in unique ways. That’s why communicating with anyone requires you to be a locksmith of people.  You must know your audience at such an intimate level that you’re able to find the right key to the right door, and adapt your strategy to achieve common comprehension. Communicating with neurodiverse individuals has shown to be a common roadblock for many, largely due to misunderstandings, false assumptions, and lack of awareness. The goal of today’s episode is to explain neurodiversity, debunk the existing myths surrounding the topic, and discuss how to better communicate with neurodivergent individuals.  Specifically, we cover: Why understanding neurodivergent individuals matters (6:00) The definitions and cognitive strengths and weaknesses of individuals with ADHD, Autism, and Dyslexia (throughout) Actionable tips for communicating and collaborating with neurodivergent individuals (56:57) How to advocate for yourself if you are neurodivergent (1:05:07) Related AoC Resources: Book: Conscious Coaching: The Art & Science to Building Buy-In Upcoming Book: Stay In the Know Online Course: Bought In Free Access to the Presentation Mentioned: Creating The Optimal Coaching Environment Quiz: What Drives You? E130: How Understanding Drives Helps Build Buy-In E59: Nathan Parnham: The Difference(s) Between Coaching Male & Female Athletes E68: Carl Coward: Embracing Difficulty & Finding Your Way For books referenced in this episode and other recommendations, check out our newly revamped Reading List Referenced Resources: American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.). Arlington, VA: American Psychiatric Publishing. Grandin, T. (1996). Thinking in pictures and other reports from my life with a

Mon, July 03, 2023

E281| How to Get Better at Receiving Feedback

It’s one thing to be great at giving feedback, but how good are you at receiving it?  For most- hearing what we could’ve done better or where we’ve screwed up is extraordinarily painful. Which is why, instead of admitting we were wrong, we often become masters of delusion and start rationalizing our behavior… But feedback is one of the most useful and powerful tools we have for improvement and it’s not going away. So instead of continuing to throw up that defensive shield, listen to today’s episode for some strategies and tools that will help you receive feedback in a more constructive way.  We also cover:  The science behind why we respond poorly to feedback  Why rationalizing doesn’t help & how to stop doing it What to say you’ve received feedback you don’t understand or agree with When it’s appropriate to reject someone’s feedback  Related Resources:  E194: How To Become A Better Listener E127: How To Give The Most Effective Feedback E85: Why Won’t They Listen To Me? Reasons Your Message Isn’t Getting Across How To Build Trust & Buy-In Free Download  Today’s Episode Is Brought To You By: The Art of Coaching Apprenticeship Workshop: The best way to get better at receiving feedback is to do it more often! The Apprenticeship was designed specifically so you have the opportunity to receive diverse feedback from people in a variety of fields and experiences and people who truly care about your improvement. This isn’t something you’ll get anywhere else.  Our Early Bird Discount for our East Hanover, NJ workshop ENDS July 9, so don’t miss out!   Save $150 and sign up today HERE. AG1 (Formerly Athletic Greens) : Are you looking to take your first step to living a healthier lifestyle?  Athletic Greens has you covered from all aspects of nutrition.  Packed with 75 high quality vitamins, minerals, whole foods, sourced superfoods, probiotics and adaptogens. All of which support gut health, your nervous system, your immune system, recovery, and focus.  Go to athleticgreens.com/coach for a free one year supply of immune supporting vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase. BetterHelp: Today’s episode is br

Mon, June 26, 2023

E280 | Dr. Rafael Gonzalez: The Truth About Stem Cells and How to Build Trust with Patients

We’ve all heard of the medical professionals who guarantee a cure-all for the ailments they treat – weight loss, hair loss, or pain free joints, you name it – they promise perfection where we know it can’t exist. Today’s conversation was incredibly refreshing because our guest, Dr. Rafael Gonzalez, does the exact opposite.  He talks about a complex subject – regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy – in a grounded, simplified, and no B.S. way. Dr. Gonzalez, Chief Development & Scientific Officer: TheBioBox & RESTEM, obtained his Ph.D and BS from the University of California, Irvine. In addition to his expertise in degenerative disorders involving the spinal cord, he has extensive experience in stem cell culture and biology, regenerative medicine and maintaining immune health to promote longevity. Dr. Gonzalez has been in the regenerative medicine sector for more than 20 years. He has several scientific publications, patents in the cell therapeutics-based field, and has worked extensively on secretome/exosome stem cell products. He has also taught, spoken and led many conferences nationwide in the cell therapy and longevity sector. In today’s episode, Dr. Gonzalez not only explains the basics of stem cells, but also answers some tough questions surrounding ethics and building and managing a staff.  Specifically, we discuss: What stem cell therapy is and how can it help a variety of people How to manage skeptical clients and deliver reliable results How he differentiates himself to stand out as professional for the right reasons The 3 guiding principles you uses for hiring new staff Some of Dr. Gonzalez’s Publications: Human Prenatal Small Intestine Cells as a Valuable Source of Stem Cells and Epithelial Cells: Phenotypic and Functional Characterization. (2014) Administration of autologous bone marrow stem cells into spinal cord injury patients via multiple routes is safe and improves their quality of life: Comprehensive case studies Cell Transplantation. (2008) Therapeutic neutralization of CXCL10 decreases secondary degeneration and functional deficit after spinal cord injury in mice. (2007) You can find more publicat

Mon, June 19, 2023

E279 | Dr. Alex Lyon: Positive Communication for Leaders

In a way, communication is like baseball. If you merely look at the sport, it seems fairly simple and easy - throwing, catching, and hitting a ball.  But knowing how to play the sport and actually doing it are two very different things. It’s the same with effective communication. Many leaders know what needs to be done, yet fail when it comes to the execution part.  In today’s episode, Dr. Lyon speaks on 6 key behaviors for leaders to develop, which are also at the heart of his soon to be released book  Positive Communication for Leaders .  By themselves, they aren’t anything extraordinary.  But cumulatively, they lead to extraordinary results. Alex Lyon (Ph.D.) is professor of communication at the State University of New York, Brockport, and a professional speaker and consultant. He has published original research in several peer-reviewed journals including Communication Monographs and Management Communication Quarterly , and has worked directly with highly respected organizations such as Nike, Google, and Visa. He hosts the 480,000+ subscriber YouTube channel, Communication Coach Alex Lyon that has accumulated over 25 million views, and is the founder of Communication Coach Academy, an online program to help emerging leaders hone their communication skills. In addition to those 6 key behaviors, we also talk about how to manage people that don't want to change and how to create connections even when there's conflict.  More specifically, we dive into: His leadership roadblock & how he overcame it (17:50) 6 key behaviors to create more positive relationships as a leader (43:40) How to be clear & direct in your leadership communication (1:05:50) Where to start if you want to become a better communicator (1:15:10) Learn more from Dr. Lyon: Website: positivecommunicationforleaders.com Youtube: Communication Coach Social Media: LinkedIn The Art of Coaching Apprenticeship Workshop: Making an impact as an introvert is only one of the overwhelming number of constraints we may face as we navigate the messy realities of leadership.  If this is a skill you’d like to develop, or if you know someone who

Mon, June 12, 2023

E278 | Victor Hall: Quiet Influence - How to Impact Others as an Introvert

“Leadership isn’t for me.  I’m naturally introverted, quiet, and shy - no one would ever listen to me.” Although this isn’t a direct quote, it’s a common excuse we hear from coaches, leaders, and business owners alike as to why they can’t (or won’t) lead or have the impact they want on those around them.  And to put it bluntly, this topic doesn’t get the amount of discussion it deserves. That’s why in today’s episode Victor Hall, VP of Operations at EXOS, provides insight on his own experience pursuing impactful leadership as an introvert.  Together, we explore how to influence others, navigate different conversational styles and break through the barriers of shyness.  Victor Hall has spent over 20 years training athletes, leading performance teams, and educating fellow coaches and trainers. During that time, he has worked within collegiate, private facilities, and military environments. Victor joined EXOS in 2010 as a Performance Manager of a Human Performance Program for the Department of Defense, and currently serves as the Vice President of Operations at EXOS. We cover a few key components that make up this pursuit of effective leadership, including: The secrets of making an impact as an introvert (10:45) How self awareness contributes to leadership and creating a lasting impact (13:40 & 46:20) Where his natural tendencies haven’t served him in the past (15:55) What he does to embrace authenticity instead of trying to “fix” himself (1:09:25) Related Resources:  E202: Why Facts & Logic Don’t Change Our Minds E227: Stu McMillan: No B.S. Leadership Lessons from an Olympic Coach E240: The 4 Styles of Communication How to Connect with Coach Hall: vhall@teamexos.com Podcast Partners: The Art of Coaching Apprenticeship Workshop: Making an impact as an introvert is only one of the overwhelming number of constraints we may face as we navigate the messy realities of leadership.  If this is a skill you’d like to develop, or if you know someone who struggles with this, The Apprenticeship is the place to go. We won’t waste your time with any inspirational ‘rah-rah’ fluff, or just tell you to keep grinding.  We will give you tactical tools and strategies - specific skills to work on an

Mon, June 05, 2023

E277 | The Next Chapter: Why We Moved Our Family and Business Across the Country

Here it is! Our first episode from our brand new 1-acre home in beautiful, sunny (but not humid) Phoenix, AZ! You would think with this being my 15th move that I would have this process down to an art.  But we all know life has a way of throwing curve balls, making this experience anything but a breeze! Whether it was issues with our moving company, the 2 live events we were hosting at the same time, or pulling rabbits out of hats to get our son to eat his chicken nuggets, the last few weeks have been a challenge.  But with the support of our team, our friends, and our community, we are now in a place to move forward with the long-term vision of Art of Coaching. And, man, DOES THAT FEEL GOOD. In today’s episode, we wanted to share our experience with you - everything from the birth of AoC to our long-term vision, and all the details in between.  Some of the specifics we cover are:  How we analyzed our context and the factors that contributed to our decision (throughout) The evolution of Art of Coaching - how we started, who we are, and what we stand for (6:15) The valuable lessons we’ve learned throughout our experience (26:30) Our advice for you on advancing toward your goals and making big decisions (28:30) References: Live Events Speaker School Facilitator Course 1st Book: Conscious Coaching New Book Updates Newsletter Our Youtube page Virtual and In Person Mentoring Services Podcast Sponsors: Manscaped:   As our newest sponsor, Manscaped came in as the unexpected hero during the chaos of our recent move.  I needed something easy to use and convenient that was going to keep me clean cut and ready to approach my day, no matter what unexpected calls or meetings came up.  And with Father’s Day approaching quickly, what better gift t

Mon, May 29, 2023

E276 | Unmasking Insecurity: From Understanding to Overcoming

Despite the stereotypical notion that having insecurities makes you “weak” or means something’s wrong with you, the fact is- feeling insecure is a universal experience.  It’s not a personality trait, but a state of being; And a very NORMAL part of being human. With that said, in addition to debunking the misconceptions surrounding what it means to be insecure, in today’s episode we also cover why people can feel this way and how to handle it.  We specifically cover: What causes these feelings and why they are more intense for some than others (10:05) How to spot insecurities in yourself and others (19:20) Specific strategies to work through your own insecurities OR help others through theirs (22:40) 10 insecurity archetypes to help us recognize the manifestation of insecurities in our day-to-day lives (31:20) Referenced Resources: My new book: Be the first to access updates and resources  E187: Archetypes: What They Are, What They Aren’t, And How They Help Us Grow E240: The 4 Styles of Communication E259: Understanding & Overcoming Perfectionism E272: Overcoming Procrastination and Task Avoidance E275: A Parent’s Guide to Effective Dialogue with Difficult or Negative Coaches If you want to keep up with us and be the first to hear about our newest events, content, exclusive discounts and resources by signing up for our newsletter .  Our most recent live event discounts offer students 40% off, and military & first responders 10% off.  These offers are here to stay, so be sure to reach out to us HERE for your customized discount code! Beyond just taking in more information, one of the most effective ways to identify and manage any tendencies that may be holding you back is to seek guidance or training from someone who cares about you and your goals.  It’s not a bad thing to ask for help. On the contrary, it’s necessary if you want to avoid developing blindspots or underachieving.  At Art of Coaching, we provide 1:1 Mentoring for anyone looking for someone to lean on, act as a devil’s advocate, or

Mon, May 22, 2023

E275 | A Parent’s Guide to Effect Dialogue with Difficult or Negative Sport Coaches

Parenting is tough. No doubt about it. But it only gets harder when your child comes home with a story about their coach yelling at them, refusing to let them play or being "mean" to them. Whether you're hearing about this poor behavior secondhand or witnessing it in person, approaching your child's coach can be an intimidating task.  Having been on both sides of this situation, today's episode is full of different strategies for deciding when and how to broach this conversation.  Some of the specifics are:  How to choose the right time for the conversation (8:50 & 19:50) How to practice ahead of time (14:15) Specific phrases for initiating the topic (throughout) The 4 categories you must be aware of to help shape your specific strategy (25:30) This is only one example of some of the tough conversations we find ourselves needing to have in the messy realities of life and leadership.  If this is a skill you’d like to develop, if you want more of these conversations to go your way, if you want to avoid blow ups and other poor outcomes, you need to to attend our live Apprenticeship Communication Workshop.  Our Early Bird Discount for our Atlanta workshop ENDS MAY 29, so don’t miss out!   Save $150 and sign up today HERE. You can also keep up with us and be the first to hear about our newest events, content, exclusive discounts and resources by signing up for our newsletter .  Our most recent live event discounts offer students 40% off, and military & first responders 10% off.  These offers are here to stay, so be sure to reach out to us HERE for your customized discount code! Referenced Resources: E137: Greg Adamson: Downfalls of Servant Based Leadership E270: How To Build Trust So You Can Do Your Job, Have More Autonomy, & Help More People Book: Conscious Coaching - The Art and Science of Building Buy-In Quiz: What Drives You? If this episode was helpful, please do us a favor and leave us a review on iTunes and share the episode with any

Mon, May 15, 2023

E274 | Erik Korem: Adapting to Stress: Practical vs Optimal

If anyone tells you you can manage your stress better, they’re lying to you.   Can you manage what’s going on in the stock market, the government, or the fact that sometimes drivers will run a red light and accidentally hit you?  NO!   At the end of the day, there is no such thing as stress management.  But being the adaptation machines that we are as human beings, the good news is that we can build our capacity to better handle the different stressors that life throws at us.   And in today’s episode, Dr. Erik Korem reveals exactly how to do that.   Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance thought leader that introduced sports science and athlete tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience and holds a doctorate in Exercise Science.   Erik is also the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations for your mind, body, and recovery to help you look, feel, and perform your best.   In addition to his explanation of the 5 Pillars for Building Adaptive Capacity, Dr. Korem speaks on several contributing factors to the creation of AIM7, including:   The foundational skills that gave him the edge he needed for entrepreneurship (11:30) How first-hand experience opened his eyes to building adaptive capacity (17:00) How to create the conditions to develop mental fitness (28:40) The failures of wearable tech - why they DON’T change long-term behavior (56:45)   How to connect with Erik: @erikkorem Adaptation - Erik’s Newsletter Aim7   If this episode was helpful, please do us a favor and leave us a review on iTunes and share the episode with anyone else you think would benefit from it.  This helps us m

Mon, May 08, 2023

E273 | The Productivity Myth: Tips for Making Sustainable Progress Without Sacrificing Your Sanity

“I don’t have time to relax! There’s just too much to do.” These days, busyness seems to be a status symbol; A measuring stick for productivity and progress. But as with many things, more isn’t always better.  Whether the urge to always be productive or busy is a result of your physiology, the way you were raised, or a part of the culture you find yourself in daily, today’s episode will debunk the busyness epidemic and help you find a more efficient path to producing your best work.  We also cover: The 3 reasons we seek constant productivity & struggle to relax (4:30) The surprising benefits of idleness and boredom (27:05) Strategies to produce your best work (44:05) Specific strategies to help you spend your time on things that matter (47:35) Referenced Resources: Newsletter: For more on this and a variety of other topics, sign up today! Ask us a question Podcast Reflection Questions 🚨Discount Announcement: Starting today and effective immediately, we are offering student and military discounts to all of our live events and workshops!  We don’t want socioeconomic conditions to be a barrier for ANYONE who truly wants to connect and improve.  This is why, on top of the numerous early-bird discounts, group discounts and payment plan options we already provide, we’re now thrilled to be able to offer 40% OFF for all students and 10% OFF for anyone in the military or first-responders. Go to artofcoaching.com/events to take advantage of your discount today! The Art of Coaching Podcast is sponsored by: BetterHelp : Throughout the week, it’s so easy to get caught up spending time helping others, that we often forget to spend time on ourselves.  If you’re struggling to manage those two things, consider checking out BetterHelp .  Designed to work around your schedule, BetterHelp therapy can give you the tools you need to find more balance in your life – so you can keep supporting others, without leaving yourself behind.  Check out  betterhelp.com/aoc today. Momentous :  When it comes to your health, the best thing you can do is control the controllables. And

Mon, May 01, 2023

E272 | Overcoming Procrastination and Task Avoidance

“Today’s the day!  Time to sit down and hammer out that project I’ve been needing to get done for the last month…    But first, let me get a cup of coffee and pick a playlist to get my mind right.  Ok.  I know I already have this started in excel, but I kinda want to make it in powerpoint instead. Let me transfer that file over. Oh, wow look at all these new effects they added- I wonder what they all do?! Dang, I need a coffee refill….”   If this routine sounds familiar, don’t fret- procrastinating is part of being human.    It’s also precisely why in today’s episode, I’m diving deep into what procrastination really is, what it looks like (in all of its various manifestations), and a variety of simple strategies to overcome it so it doesn’t create additional stress and impede your ability to make real progress.   Some specific points covered include:  How can I tell if I’m procrastinating? (1:20) The difference between procrastinating and intentional delay (3:20) The 6 most common reasons we procrastinate (5:30) 10 strategies to manage your task avoidance (20:50) Referenced Resources: E190: Why It Seems Like We Never Have Enough Time E191: A Tool For Making Better Decisions E208: Robert Greene: Mastering Human Nature and Facing Your Flaws E219: Strategies For Getting Your Best Ideas Out Of Your Head & Into The World E259: Understanding and Overcoming Perfectionism AoC Newsletter : Stay in the know about our latest content, services, and events! Mighty Network: Collaborate with other like-minded professionals and access our library of resources! How To Overcome Imposter Phenomenon - FREE RESOURCE Podcast Reflections Instagram @aocoaching @coach_brettb   My New Book - Get all the latest updates on my upcoming book! As I

Mon, April 24, 2023

E271 | How to Not Choke: Strategies for Performing Under Pressure

“Human beings under pressure are wonderfully unpredictable. Their nature is a puzzle to us all. When human beings are placed in an arena, and their hopes and fears are exposed in front of 1000s, they're likely to do extraordinary things. This is especially true if somebody has told them, “don't let us down.”   - Pat Moore   When faced with one of life's biggest moments- whether that's giving a speech at a loved one's wedding, interviewing for your dream job, or performing in front of a crowd of hundreds of strangers, the last thing we need to worry about is choking or freezing up.    And yet, for many that's a very real concern.    But freezing in big moments is not only avoidable, it's something that even the most seasoned of professionals deals with. And it's definitely not a reason to say no to these opportunities in the first place...  In this episode we discuss: What choking is and why it happens (07:00) How to reframe your thoughts about your physiological responses (12:30) What a sound, realistic routine looks like and how to not become a slave to it (21:30) Strategies to help you build the skills necessary to handle high pressure situations and get the results you want (40:20)   If this is something you’re ready to dive into, to step out of your comfort zone and immerse yourself in the experience you need to improve in this area, The Apprenticeship workshop is where you need to be.  This 2-day live event is centered around building the skills to perform - not just taking in more information.  Through experiential learning, we’ll provide you with the frameworks, tools, practice and feedback you need to truly enhance your performance in high stake situations.  Check out our entire live event schedule to choose your location today!   Referenced Resources: E259: Understanding and Overcoming Perfectionism Webinar: Impact of Influence Quiz: What Drives You? Mighty Network: Our private non-social media-based community Facilitator Course: Get paid to teach with the AoC team   Speaking of high pressure situations, if you’re a leader, coach, business owner, or if other people depend on you in any way, having a supportive community is an extremely beneficial tool to help you not get overwhelmed. This is why we’ve created The Coalition - a collection of committed professionals to bounce ideas off of, hel

Mon, April 17, 2023

E270 | How to Build Trust So You Can Do Your Job, Have More Autonomy and Help More People

Have you ever found yourself struggling to know how to build trust with a decision maker who’s limiting your autonomy and control?   If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated and not sure what to do in these situations, we have you covered.  In today’s episode, we’ll dive deep into the fascinating world of what it takes to build trust in an authentic and adaptable way, all while providing you with practical strategies that can help you gain traction with even the most stubborn of individuals.   I specifically cover: 4 core requirements to build trust (9:40) Why building trust is essential to getting results (37:45) Common challenges in gaining trust and how to handle them (throughout) Why just being a strong communicator isn’t enough for strong leadership (58:00) All of this will help you regain control, achieve your goals, and help more people.  Whether you’re a new leader looking to make an impact, or a seasoned professional seeking to sharpen your skills, you won’t want to miss this deep dive. Referenced Resources: 1:1 Mentoring w/ the AoC Team The Apprenticeship Live Communication Workshop Speaker School Live Workshop The 30-Day Art of Coaching Challenge E63: Power Dynamics in Leadership E126: Contextual Components of Communication E130: How Understanding Drives Helps Build Buy-In E202: Influence Tactics: Why Facts & Logic Don't Change Our Minds E210: Assertiveness: How To Ask For What You Want & Get What You Need E230: How To Know When It’s Time To Leave Your Job & Go Out On Your Own E240: The 4 Styles of Communication E269: How To Ask Better Questions Conscious Coachi

Mon, April 10, 2023

E269 | How to Ask Better Questions

“If I had an hour to solve a problem and my life depended on the solution, I would spend the first 55 minutes determining the proper question to ask… for once I know the proper question, I could solve the problem in less than five minutes.” - Albert Einstein  A good question might just be the most powerful tool you have in your communication arsenal. Why? Well to start, questions are the vehicle through which we understand ourselves, exchange information, build rapport in relationships and persuade others.  But asking great questions isn’t as easy as always starting with “why.” In today’s episode, my colleague Ali Kershner and I dive deep into the research behind the power of great questions, how to hone your skill, and improve your social agility by knowing how and when to use these skills appropriately in everyday life.  Some of the specific pieces we talk about include: What makes questions so powerful, and why it’s important to ask better questions in the first place (12:10) Specific tactics and examples to help you ask better questions (25:00) The 3 C’s to becoming a better question asker (36:30) How to manage a conversation when you’re being asked tough questions (56:30) There is A LOT packed into this episode.  So to help you connect all the dots, here are some other relevant resources: E90: Coaching As Improv E117: Impression Management in Leadership & Life E194: How To Become A Better Listener E228:  How To Choose The Right Platform For Your Message E255: Podcast Strategies:  What I’ve Learned After 2,000,000+ Downloads E257: ChatGPT & AI: What Is Hype VS What Is Helpful for Coaches & Leaders? Research Paper: It doesn’t hurt to ask: Question-asking increases liking. Updates on My New Book - Stay in the know Reflections Questions - See graphics on Competitive and Cooperative Conversations <a href='https://artofcoa

Mon, April 03, 2023

E268 | Kelly & Juliet Starrett: Principles for Better Health and a Happier Life

What it means to be fit and healthy has been distorted for far too long. So many of us know that feeling of confusion and hopelessness as we try to sort through the endless black hole of fitness trends, tricks and hacks making impossible promises. The truth is that we need more straightforward and realistic solutions to our questions - Which diet will actually work?  What type of exercise is right for me?  How do I balance all of this and work a full-time job/ raise a family?!   As health and fitness professionals, Kelly and Juliet Starrett have been asked these questions over and over again.  In an effort to make these answers more accessible, they’ve created a movement and nutrition strategy for entire families to apply that’s flexible, fun, sustainable, and most importantly GETS RESULTS.   Dr. Kelly Starrett is a coach, physical therapist, two-time New York Times & Wall Street Journal bestselling author, speaker, and co-founder of The Ready State, the world's most comprehensive collection of guided movement, mechanics, and mobility instructional videos. His wife, Juliet, is an entrepreneur, attorney, author, and podcaster. She is co-founder and CEO of TheReadyState.com, which has revolutionized how athletes think about human movement and athletic performance, as well as former CEO of San Francisco CrossFit, one of the first 50 CrossFit affiliates. She is the co-author of the Wall Street Journal Bestseller, Deskbound, and co-host of The Ready State Podcast.  In today’s episode, we not only discuss the ins and outs of their new book, Built to Move, but also how the adversity in their lives has contributed to their success today.  Specifically, we speak about: The “vital signs” that anyone can track and evaluate daily to rate themselves and others on the “healthy” scale (21:50) How their strategy can improve performance in whatever sense of the word you prefer (31:30) The difference between their book and every other “fitness” book out there (43:20) How tough upbringings have contributed to their success, both professionally and personally (53:00)   Follow The Starretts: Be one of the first to purchase their new book, Built to Move: Principles for Better Health & A Happier Life, by visiting builttomove.com , and sign up for their free 21-day Built to Move Challenge, which will walk you through how to utilize the tests and other strategies they share in the book. You can find out more about Kelly & Juliet by visiting: Thereadystate.com IG: @thereadystate  IG: <a href='h

Mon, March 27, 2023

E267 | Jacqueline Kasen: How Climbing One of the World’s Tallest Mountains Changed My Views on Limits & Leadership

After weeks of failed attempts, and 20 hours in to the final 26 hour piece of the climb, Jacqueline realizes that she’s FINALLY going to reach the top of Mt. Aconcagua.  Tears of joy start welling up in her eyes as she thinks of what she’s about to overcome. Then, in an instant, chaos hits and circumstances change. In her quest to achieve “The Explorer’s Grand Slam” - when somebody reaches the North Pole, South Pole, and climbs the highest peak on all 7 continents - Jacqueline is learning that her physical, emotional, and spiritual limits are so much greater than she ever thought possible. Jacquline Kasen, creator of Get JacQd, Senior Director of Group Fitness at Anataomy (Miami, FL), Certified Coach, and mountaineer, has been immersed in the world of fitness from a young age.  From winning a Junior Olympic title to excelling as a collegiate athlete, and now cultivating an elite fitness experience for her audience, Jacqueline believes strongly that people are capable of so much more than they give themselves credit for.  And she’s on a mission to prove that through her coaching and by the way she lives her own life.  In today’s episode, we talk about her experience on Mt. Aconcagua, and what extreme circumstances can teach us about leadership and the perception of leadership.  More specifically, we speak on: The investment someone makes when they decide to commit to a climb (12:40) What good leadership looked like and the results of poor leadership in chaos (28:50) How empathy can negatively impact your effectiveness as a leader (54:20) How experiencing tragedy shows us who we are and what we truly stand for (59:25) You can connect with Jacqueline on her IG: @Kasenfitness.  She answers all her DMs, so don’t hesitate to reach out if you want to learn more and/or work with her! If you hadn’t noticed on the podcast, Jacqueline has really found her voice to share her story effectively.  Not only does her passion for coaching and climbing shine through, but her convicting tone inspires many to reflect on what holds them back, face their own fears, and set all their excuses aside. If this is something you want to improve on - to find your voice and make a bigger impact on more people - then the Art of Coaching Speaker School is the best place for you.  This live 2 day experience not only gives you the knowledge you need to create a logical and clear presentation, but provides you wit

Mon, March 20, 2023

E266 | How to Find Your Voice & Get Out of Your Head

There's no such thing as finding your voice.  Why? Because it's impossible to have just ONE. As leaders, educators, coaches, etc. our ability to adapt to our audience, context and even ourselves is what allows us to be most effective.  Today’s episode explores the misconception that we should try to fit into a universal mold, and give a step-by-step process of how to find your unique and genuine voice.  Specifically, I cover:   Where to start looking for your voice (10:20) Root causes for why you might be struggling in this area (13:00) How to find your voice AND be socially agile (28:00) Strategies to develop, explore, and practice your voice (32:00) If this is an area you’re looking to grow in, if you want to be challenged to expand your range of influence, if you want constructive feedback on the areas you may have space to improve, you’re in the right place.  At Art of Coaching, we offer deliberate and specific practice, experimentation (in a safe place), and actionable feedback in a variety of ways.  Check out the options below to find out which road best suites you! 1:1 Customized Mentoring with the coach that fits your needs! Group Mentoring Online Courses The Apprenticeship (Live event) Speaker School (Live event) If you’re unsure of which option is right for you, schedule a call with the team by reaching out to us on instagram ( @aocoaching ) or email (info@artofcoaching.com), and we’ll help you figure out where to start! Referenced Resources: E105: Overcoming Imposter Phenomenon E112: Finding & Developing Your Leadership Voice E259: Understanding & Overcoming Perfectionism Last but by no means least, we must thank our sponsors for their continued loyalty to our mission.  Today’s episode is supported by Athletic Greens and VersaClimber . <a href='http://athleticgreens.com/coac

Mon, March 13, 2023

E265 | Darcy Norman: Cultural Intelligence: Lessons in Leadership from the World of Professional Soccer

What happens when you walk into a situation and quickly realize it isn’t what you expect?  How do you respond and learn to adapt?   How do you know where you need to change and where to stand firm? Currently Head of Performance with US Soccer, Darcy found himself asking these questions after he and his family moved overseas, to a country where they couldn’t speak the language and they were largely unfamiliar with the surrounding culture.  In the midst of navigating the lonely moments that he and his family were experiencing, Darcy’s willingness to reflect deeply on his values and level of self-awareness propelled him into the leader he is today in all scopes of life. After working over 25 years in the Human Performance industry in multiple Director positions, Darcy has spent the past 10 years focused on creating and implementing methodologies and applied data, building strategic relations, hiring, training and managing performance staffs at the highest level.  Having lived and worked in four countries with scores of invitations for speaking engagements around the world, Darcy’s professional relationships and networking span the globe in all sports. In today’s episode, we expand on this reflection process, and several other topics, including:   The role of self-awareness in contextual intelligence (25:50) Embracing yourself as a leader, even if you don’t see yourself as one (34:45) How having a basic understanding of power dynamics and context can improve your ability to analyze and address a situation optimally (47:00) The 2 most important questions to utilize in a staff evaluation (59:00) How to Connect with Darcy: Website: Darcy Norman Consulting Twitter: @DarcyNorman Email: dnorman@ussoccer.org OR darcynormanconsulting@gmail.com  LinkedIn: Darcy Norman Referenced Resources: Multiple times in the episode, Darcy mentions the importance of understanding and developing the skill of utilizing power dynamics within your context.  Become a more influential leader, and learn how to recognize and manage power basis by attending our Apprenticeship workshop !  We only have a handful of workshops left in 2023, so don’t wait.  Check out <a href='https://ar

Mon, March 06, 2023

E264 | Matt Morrison: How to Influence When You Don’t Have Formal Authority

Early in his career, Matt Morrison - Integrated Logistics Support Manager at Lockheed Martin - was given the best leadership advice he’s ever received:  “You LEAD people and you MANAGE money and processes.” And lead he has.  In addition to his role at one of the world’s largest organizations, Matt has a military background and plenty of experience navigating the intersection between systems and people - most of whom he has no authoritative power over. In today’s episode, he talks about how to lead people up and down the chain of command, as well as develop the skills necessary to do so effectively.  In addition, Matt and I cover a variety of other topics, including: How to practice and develop the skill of saying the right thing at the right time (13:50) The science behind why admitting your faults has a positive effect on a relationship (34:00) Tips for exercising emotional control in high stress situations (35:50) Ways to stand out in a large organization (43:00) Connect w/ Matt: If you would like to learn from Matt or anyone on the AoC team on a regular and consistent basis, apply today for 1:1 mentoring .  We work with anyone who is looking for accountability, feedback, or guidance as you strive to take steps toward your goals.  To find out more about our areas of expertise, simply apply using the link above, or reach out to us directly at info@artofcoaching.com.  Referenced Resources: E63: Power Dynamics in Leadership E126: Contextual Components of Communication E202: Influence Tactics: Why Facts & Logic Don't Change Our Minds Upcoming Events: We are proud to announce the beginning of our AoC Facilitator program ! This is your front door to becoming an inside member of the AOC team, and will give you the chance to teach on a flexible schedule, representing a globally recognized brand, impacting the lives of thousands and earning money while you do it. And we are always looking for driven and dedicated professionals. Our next course is coming up quickly, so click here to check out all the details TODAY. Our 3rd <a href='https://ar

Mon, February 27, 2023

E263 | Putting Yourself First: Why Being Strategically Selfish Will Make You a Better Leader

The leadership world has run rampant with the misconstrued idea that self care, thinking more sustainably, or fighting for yourself as hard as you fight for others is selfish. I’m here to tell you - IT’S A MYTH. And from relationships and work outcomes to mental health, the consequences of this kind of thinking can be devastating.   So while today’s episode doesn’t give you any mind-blowing or ground breaking information, this advice and awareness can save people a lot of hurt - socially, physically, emotionally, and psychologically.  We specifically cover: The mindset & habits that tempt us to fall into this line of thinking (7:00) What self-care means and some simple strategies to apply it in your life (18:40) How self-care relates to leadership (20:30) Reflection questions to help you recognize where you might be falling short (26:30) Referenced Resources: VALU(ED) - Our online course covering the science behind burnout and how to avoid it for yourself and those you lead E237: Celia Hodent - What the Psychology of Video Games & UX Can Teach Us About Building Buy-In Mighty Network - Our digital community where you can gain access to information, discussion, and a group of professionals (including the AoC Team) who are serious about their development The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand - find this and a ton of other book recommendations on our Amazon Storefront If this episode was helpful, please do us a favor and leave us a review on iTunes and share the episode with anyone else you think would benefit from it.  This helps us more than you know, and we can’t thank you enough for your time, effort, and support! Our 3rd Apprenticeship event of 2023, in South Lake Tahoe, is only a month away!  If you consider yourself to be a lifelong learner, and you’re looking to expand your development beyond the technical skills of your profession, the Apprenticeship is the perfect option.  Every aspect of our lives involves other people, yet skill acquisition in the area of social agility goes l

Mon, February 20, 2023

E262 | Don Saladino: From Red Carpets to Reach: Scaling Success by Reinventing Yourself

Think back to your very first job - whether it was a full time 9-5, a nights and weekends cash based gig, or the daily chores you had as a child.  What lessons did you learn or habits did you develop in that job that contribute to your current role? For Don, working in his family’s catering business as a child taught him the value of hard work, social adaptability, and a “do what it takes to get the job done” mindset. A keynote speaker and fitness entrepreneur, Don has coached actors, athletes, & musicians for over 20 years.  He opened his first NYC Gym, Drive 495, in 2005. After operating brick & mortar gyms for 15 years, Don expanded to a global online fitness business and has developed a reputation for training some of the biggest names in Hollywood for the big screen. Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, Jake Gyllenhaal, John Krasinski, Emily Blunt, Annie Hathaway, Sebastian Stan, Liev Schreiber, Hugh Jackman, & David Harbour are among his roster of clients.  He has been tapped as a fitness expert in several popular publications and sits on the advisory board of Men’s Health Magazine. Discussing everything from his catering experience to his extremely successful career training celebrities in New York City, in today’s episode, Don expands on a few key points, including: The best piece of advice he received from his grandfather (26:00) His training approach as he gets older (28:30) The most important “next step” for young coaches and entrepreneurs (41:00) How to handle and improve upon your biggest social weaknesses (59:50) How to Connect w/ Don: Website: Donsaladino.com Instagram: @Donsaladino Upcoming Event: The Art of Coaching 30 Day Challenge is BACK starting March 6th! That’s three weeks away.  While still leadership and communication focused, this time around we’re going to focus on one particular topic - how to be a more effective speaker!  Whether you have aspirations of presenting at a conference, sharing your story, being more persuasive when pitching to clients or being confident when presenting new ideas to other professionals- this is the Challenge for you.  And at less than $4/day, this deal is a no-brainer!  Sign up TODAY . Sponsors: VersaClimber: If I could only have one piece of cardio equipment fo

Mon, February 13, 2023

E261 | ”What Should I Do?”: Applying Strategic Thinking to Conflict Resolution

Imagine this: You’ve just finished a meeting with your boss.  It wasn’t as much of a conversation or discussion as much as it was a sharing of information.  They’ve made a decision, and whether you agree with it or not, that’s what’s gonna happen.  And if you don’t agree to go along with it, you’ll be let go.   You exit the room and walk back to your office in a state of confusion, shock, and disgust.  What the heck just happened?! Not only do you not agree with their decision, but you view it as unethical and potentially harmful to the wellbeing of the people involved.   What should you do?  How do you figure out the best response to this situation?   Today’s episode walks you through the conflict resolution tool we use at our ApprentieshipTM workshops; a blueprint that will help you think strategically about your response to the situation.     Afterall, when your job is on the line - just “winging it” or taking your best guess might not be enough to get the outcome you want.   In today’s episode, I cover:   How you can benefit from thinking strategically as it relates to interpersonal and communication related issues (8:30) A 9 step process to breaking down situations of conflict (11:30) How to identify the root cause of the issue at hand (12:30) A necessary tool for rehearsing and refining your communication strategies to prepare for real life situations (28:30)   As promised, here is your BONUS DOWNLOAD - the Strategic Conflict Resolution Tool, previously exclusive to our Apprenticeship workshop .  This free resource will walk you through each of the steps outlined in the episode.  Let us know if you find it useful and how you’re able to use it!   Referenced Resources: What Drives You? Quiz The Apprenticeship Live Communication Workshop E63: Power Dynamics in Leadership E126: Contextual Components of Communication E202: Influence Tactics: Why Facts & Logic Don't C

Mon, February 06, 2023

E260 | Beyond Words: A Deeper Look into Non-Verbal Communication & How it Impacts Us

What do you think of when you hear the term “non-verbal communication?”   The first things that usually come to mind are body language, facial expressions, posture, and the like.  But the reality is that it’s not that simple.  Communication is a complex and inclusive process, and goes far beyond a smile or frown, crossed arms and slumped shoulders.   Today’s episode is all about the true science behind non-verbal communication and why it matters in our daily lives.  Specifically, I’ll go over:   How the research surrounding non-verbal communication has advanced (8:45) The 5 categories of non-verbal communication and how to evaluate them (11:25) Specific examples of how to apply this information in your daily life (25:30) The #1 most important question you should be asking yourself (33:15)   Referenced Resources:   The Apprenticeship - Our next Apprenticeship Communication workshop is being held in beautiful Sydney, AUS, and it’s coming up FAST!  On February 25-26, we are partnering up with Athlete’s Authority to help anyone in any profession who’s willing to identify and address their blindspots, to find out where they might be the problem in any given miscommunication. Find our entire 2023 Apprenticeship schedule HERE , and sign up today to learn the latest in power dyanamics and persuasion, and how to become more socially agile. The Art of Coaching Digital Community Our Newsletter E207: How Perception Impacts Communication and Relationships   Sponsorship Opportunity:   For the first time ever, we are opening up our sponsorship opportunities to a broader range of businesses.  So if you are looking for a unique and effective way to reach your target audience, and if you have a product that makes people’s lives better, we want to work with you!  With over 2 million downloads and an audience that spans more than 136 different countries and more than 30 different professions, the Art of Coaching podcast can improve your outreach.  To learn more about partnering with us, <a href='https://artofcoaching.com/p

Mon, January 30, 2023

E259 | Understanding and Overcoming Perfectionism

DONE. You’ve finally finished the big project you’ve been agonizing over. But as you prepare to hit send, print, submit - whatever - all you feel is doubt.  Despite the preparation and time you’ve put in, you can’t help but think about all the ways this “finished product” isn’t good enough. This is just one example of how perfectionism can manifest in our day-to-day lives; how it can hold us back, make us feel anxious - even depressed - and how it can keep us from making the type of progress we so desperately seek within our personal and professional lives. In this episode, we’re going to explore the topic of perfectionism in depth.  Specifically, we will dive into:   The various definitions and “symptoms” (8:40) It’s origins, including the 5 Factor Model of Personality (23:15) The difference between perfectionism and healthy striving (29:30) Non-traditional strategies for overcoming it (44:00)   If you enjoy topics like this- some great previous episodes that pair nicely with this include: E49: Productivity That Matters E76: Getting Out Of Your Own Way E93: The Sin of Self Promotion E95: Context and Proving Others “Wrong” E105: Overcoming Imposter Phenomenon  E146: How To Deal with Overwhelm and Burnout E147: Gabby Reece - Eliminating the Noise in Life and Leadership E179: The Truth About Overcoming an Eating and Exercise Disorder   Other Referenced Resources:   Art of Coaching Podcast E187: Archetypes: What They Are, What They Aren’t, and How They Help Us Grow Art of Coaching Digital Community The Apprenticeship Communication Workshop Stay up to date on my new book Ask us a question!   If you’re looking for ways to benefit from the Art of Coaching community, our upcoming Conscious Coaching Challenge is the perfect place to start.  I know I just went on and on about how perfection is an illusion, but truthfully, the Challenge will scrape the surface of all the ways we provide value - fr

Mon, January 23, 2023

E258 | Candor with Compromise: Strategies for Being Blunt Yet Respectful

We’ve all had times we’ve needed to be blunt with someone. But it doesn’t matter if it was with your boss, a peer, subordinate or loved one- it’s never easy.  Either way, this is a skill that cannot be avoided.  Whether you’re managing messaging across your team, problem-solving, or making decisions, striking a balance between being blunt and respectful must be mastered because effective communication is the foundation for successful leadership. So where does one start on this journey to master the art of being blunt? Today’s episode is all about the specific factors to take into consideration as you decide the best approach to your situation, and how to use them to your advantage. These factors include (but are not limited to): Specific delivery-oriented strategies you can immediately apply to your messaging (9:30) Paraverbals – what they are and how to practice them (12:00)  How to actively listen without coming off as passive aggressive (14:15) The particular components of context that you MUST be mindful of (24:30) As helpful and informative as this episode is, it really only scrapes the surface of direct yet mindful communication.  If you’re looking for more access to information on these topics, you really need to check out our digital Mighty Network Community .  This is a spot where you can enhance your professional development through a variety of mediums – and you can choose which way you’d like to participate based completely on your own learning preferences!  We’d love to get to know you better, so don’t be shy!  At only $19.99/ month (free cancellation at any time), you can’t beat the bang for your buck with this platform. On the other hand, if you’re ready to really dive in, and get first-hand experience with the role play and improv referenced in the episode, we have the perfect event for you.  Learn to identify and leverage power dynamics, utilize the most appropriate influence tactics, and understand your audience on a deeper level at The Apprenticeship™ .  We have an amazing 2023 line-up, including Sydney Australia February 25-26 !  Spots are filling up quickly, so sign up and book your travel TODAY! Referenced Resources: <a href='http://artofcoaching.com/questio

Mon, January 16, 2023

E257 | ChatGPT and AI: What is Hype vs What is Helpful for Coaches & Leaders?

In today’s episode we talk all about artificial intelligence and more specifically, Chat GPT (Generative Pre-Trained Transformer). But before you judge the topic and skip to the next episode, let me set you straight - this isn’t a review of some futuristic, out of reach, or unrecognizable technology. Chat GPT is (currently) a completely free website that answers questions in a human-like way.  To answer the questions it receives, it scans the available information, picks out the most common and relative threads, and gives the outlined information in a conversational manner. However, just like anything else, it has its limitations. In this episode, we discuss pros, cons and several practical use cases, including:  What exactly Chat GPT is and what it does (00:00) Specific examples of it’s wide range of uses (9:10) How we can leverage this as a tool for efficient creativity (28:10) and to check our blindspots (41:00) What we should NOT be expecting tech to do for us (48:30) The most important thing to remember is no matter how intelligent these technologies are, they will never completely replace the human elements of critical thought process, collaboration, and connection. That’s why we created our new digital community - the Art of Coaching Mighty Network .  If you're someone who's a lifelong learner,  you value feedback, and getting around high level people, make sure to check out this group .  We teamed up with mighty networks to create something that would allow people to connect, learn, grow and share at a much higher level. See you there! Now maybe you’re someone who is ready to move beyond digital and dive deep into training your ability to navigate the dirty, messy realities of life and leadership.  If that’s you, The Apprenticeship is exactly what you’re looking for.  Check out the entire 2023 schedule , and find the location that best fits you!  Our EARLY BIRD PRICING for our South Lake Tahoe, CA Workshop on March 25-26, 2023 ENDS JANUARY 25!  It’s approaching quickly, so don’t wait!   Sign up HERE today! This show is sponsored by <a href='https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&transaction_id=10245080512c5c68167bf579d07cd2&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=2687&utm_medium=Desktop&utm_content=&utm_term=aoc

Mon, January 09, 2023

E256 | Life and Leadership Lessons From My Mom

If you’re like me, you often reflect on the things your parents, grandparents, or mentors have taught you.   But have you ever asked them what they’ve learned from you?  The answer may surprise you. The life of Marsha Bartholomew has been no cakewalk.  From the challenges she faced growing up with a no-nonsense family, to a young female professional in a male dominated work-force, to motherhood, and beyond - the lessons she’s learned along the way provide insight and value to people in every walk of life. In today’s episode, my mom expands on her life experiences, including a 38 year career with the Social Security Administration.  She speaks about: The leadership secret that AI will never be able to replace (27:00) How she overcame challenges she faced as a woman in the workforce in the ‘70s (35:00) The tactics she used to create an achievement driven culture in an extremely diverse department (49:00) The best and worst advice she’s ever received (1:18:45) Referenced Resources: What Drives You Quiz Simply the Decision Making Process Simple Yet Challenging Advice from Father to Son Art of Coaching Podcast E100: Working With Your Spouse and Betting on The Future A Note on your Continuing Education: What does your continuing education look like?  As your professional development budget gets renewed this year, and if you haven’t dove into any of our online courses, live events, or mentoring services, please consider stepping away from the same old conferences and clinics you go to year after year, and give us a chance to provide you with value that positively impacts you both professionally AND personally! Get Involved with the Art of Coaching Community: The Apprenticeship - our live Leadership and Communication Training Workshop. When we say “leadership training,” we are not referring to cheesy corny trust falls, motivational speak, or anything of the sorts.  We are talking about the things that people say they wish they would have known earlier in their career and life - how to navigate difficult conversations, power dynamics, negotiations, and the like. If you deal

Mon, January 02, 2023

E255 | Podcast Strategies: What I’ve Learned After 2,000,000+ Downloads

Whether you’re thinking about starting a podcast, you already have one or you’re just interested in knowing what it takes to create one, this is the episode for you. But before getting to the bells, whistles, tools and tricks you need to be successful, know this: If you’re not willing to commit to doing it consistently, don’t do it. As with everything else in life, consistency is the most essential ingredient in a successful podcast journey. This episode outlines exactly what you need to be consistent with, and provides several tips, tricks, and resources for you to utilize along the way.  I specifically cover: The factors you must consider when planning your podcast strategy (10:00) How to differentiate your podcast as “elite” amongst competitors (17:30) Our “go to” resource for affordable, yet quality, audio equipment (26:20) How to leverage the title of your podcast and individual episodes (40:30) Referenced Resources: Our Favorite (& Trusted) Tools & Products Ask Us a Question! How to Stand Out - Clarity Webinar AoC Podcast E250: Chris Do: Reinventing Yourself  & Doing What You Love AoC Podcast E115: Adam Griffin: Turning Pro Art of Coaching Newsletter - Exclusive Access to Our Latest Tips & Advice The Tools I Wish I Would Have Had - FREE Resources Get Customized Guidance From our Team - Mentoring Programs Outside articles:  Podcasting will be a $4 billion industry by 2024 US podcast ad revenue to reach $2 billion in 2022 and top $4 billion by 2024 The Top 24 Podcast Statistics You Need to Know in 2023 <li st

Mon, December 26, 2022

E254 | Dr. John Kiely: The Power of Placebo in Sport, Management and Life

“Seeing is believing, but sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can’t see.” I’ll credit Tom Hanks and The Polar Express with this quote.  And although it’s a children’s Christmas movie, it couldn’t hold more true in the real world today. In today’s episode, Dr. John Kiely explains how our beliefs impact our physical, mental, and emotional well-being, and gives us several tactical takeaways for success in any realm. Well known for his role as a performance coach, Dr. Kiely has worked with athletes of all ages, in a variety of settings, including the 2018 FIFA World Cup, the 2015 Rugby World Cup, the 2008 Olympics, and the 2004 Paralympics, as well as both junior and senior IAAF World Athletics Championships. He’s a prolific writer, speaker, and presenter with more than 60 articles to his name and currently supervises professional doctorate candidates pursuing practice-based doctoral-level qualifications while working in professional multi-disciplinary performance environments. To help us understand the complexity of the placebo effect and managing people, Dr. Kiely details: The different methods that can be used to manage high-pressure situations (17:20) The “secret” behind how the placebo effect works (42:25) How to leverage the relationship between pain and placebo (52:20) The danger of placebo’s evil twin and what thought processes to avoid (1:08:45) Referenced Materials: The Placebo Prescription A fascinating landmark study of placebo surgery for knee osteoarthritis A controlled trial of arthroscopic surgery for osteoarthritis of the knee Attribution and Person Perception Connect with Dr. Kiely: Twitter: @simplysportssci Instagram: @simplysportssci Research Gate: John Kiely If you liked this episode, we would truly appreciate it if you would leave a review. It helps us not to get buried

Mon, December 19, 2022

E253 | Dr. Tasha Eurich: The Science & Strategy of Self-Awareness

Did you know there is NO POSITIVE CORRELATION between time spent trying to become self-aware and actually becoming more self-aware? (Eurich, 2017)   In short, additional self-reflection doesn't necessarily make you more self-aware.    This surprising finding has since fueled the career and research of Tasha Eurich, and inspired her to teach others how to enhance the quality of their introspection.   Tasha Eurich is an organizational psychologist, researcher, and New York Times best-selling author.  Globally recognized as the #1 self-awareness coach, communication, and organizational culture expert, she uses science to help leaders achieve positive, measurable change.   In today’s episode, she shares several insights about the science and strategy of self-awareness, including:   A tactical definition of what self-awareness is, and what it is NOT (12:20) The benefits and consequences of introspection (26:00) How to get GREAT feedback by asking the right questions (39:20) The seven types of self-knowledge that separate the aware from the unaware (58:10) You can also find these outlined in our FREE Downloadable Reflection Guide   To learn more about Dr. Eurich’s work, buy her best-selling book, and take advantage of her Insight Quiz , you can visit her website HERE .   Speaking of books, they make GREAT stocking stuffers! Please help us support the Leukemia Lymphoma Foundation and the Alzheimer's Association by purchasing a signed copy of Conscious Coaching .  This is not only a great cause, but also gives us the chance to personally say thank you for supporting our small family-owned business.  Your support makes a tremendous difference and we appreciate our community more than you know! CLICK HERE to make your purchase of $11.99/ each!   Now maybe you’re someone who is ready to move beyond books and dive deep into training your ability to navigate the dirty, messy realities of life and leadership.  If that’s you, The Apprenticeship is exactly what you’re looking for.  Check out the entire 2023 schedule , and find the location that best fits you!  And if you didn’t already know, we will be going overseas in February to Sydney, Australia.  So if you want to make a vacation out of your professional development, make sure to take advantage of the Super Early Bird pricing that ends on Christma

Mon, December 12, 2022

E252 | Strategies for Combatting the Holiday Blues & Getting Out of a Rut

Comparison is the thief of joy, and FOMO is the enemy of you really valuing your own time, your own experience and your own perspective. It can be so easy to get caught up in what we think we SHOULD be feeling during the holiday season - especially with the way it is promoted in all the cheesy movies, TV shows and social media. So if you’re someone who struggles with this, or you know someone who does, its important to know you aren’t alone.   In fact, you fall into the majority. Because there are so many people out there dealing with this, today’s episode is meant to address a number of factors we can control to improve our mood and adjust our perspectives and expectations of “the most wonderful time of the year.” Here are just a few of the remedies you can implement: Motion is Lotion - how physical movement positively impacts your mood (18:10)  Specific and simple strategies to change your environment (24:00) Why both pro-social behavior AND isolating yourself can be necessary (28:25) How to leverage your mood to benefit your productivity (41:30) Referenced Materials: AOC Podcast Episode 106 - Jesse Elis: The Authenticity Trap AOC Podcast Episode 146 - How to Deal with Overwhelm & Burnout Online Course: Valu(ED) As mentioned above, pro-social behavior can be a great tool to get you out of your holiday blues.  Please help us support the Leukemia Lymphoma Foundation and the Alzheimer's Association by purchasing a signed copy of Conscious Coaching .  This is not only a great cause, but gives us the chance to personally say thank you for supporting our small family-owned business.  Your support makes a tremendous difference and we appreciate our community more than you know! CLICK HERE to make your purchase of $11.99/ each! As promised in today’s episode, join our newsletter today in order to have exclusive access to our Wheel of Life guide.  This FREE RESOURCE will help you to identify the specific areas of your life that may be causing your stress and anxiety levels to increase, so you can proac

Mon, December 05, 2022

E251 | My Best Tips for Learning More Effectively & Efficiently

How does one keep up with research, learning and reading while balancing a job, family and other life constraints? Better yet, how do we learn more effectively and efficiently when there's an endless stream of information coming at us at all times? My answer might surprise you. In this episode, I go deep on the tools, strategies and framework I use to stay up to date, read broadly and apply constantly.  But the best part is that no matter your learning style, constraints or limitations, I promise there's something applicable for you: How to filter and prioritize which information to consume and when (11:45) The best way to transfer knowledge into wisdom (13:50) Different methods and techniques to index/ categorize your notes (23:50) Ways to use constraints to keep you on track (34:30) Whether these tips are helpful or not, we would really appreciate your feedback! Please reach out to us at  info@artofcoaching.com to let us know what was most helpful, what you’d like to learn or hear more about, or how we can provide you with more value! If you have specific questions, you can submit them to us HERE at any time.  Remember that the more context you give us, the better advice and guidance we can give. Referenced Material: Creating The Optimal Coaching Environment - Online Presentation The Apprenticeship - Live event Free Resources Help us support the Leukemia Lymphoma Foundation and the Alzheimer's Association: Each holiday season, we donate a portion of our signed book sales to these organizations.  Because a core attribute of our business is conveying Midwest warmth and appreciation, we sell signed copies. This also gives us  a chance to say thank you and personalize each individual copy.  So if you want to donate to a good cause, and you know somebody that maybe would appreciate the book, or maybe you want to buy a bunch of them for your institution as other organizations have, or whatever it is, go to Brettbartholomew.net/signedcopy . Today’s episode is brought to you by: Momentous : With their new, melatonin-fr

Mon, November 28, 2022

E250 | Chris Do: Reinventing Yourself & Do What You Love

“You need to be able to communicate your ideas to other people, because whoever is the most effective [at] doing that wins the game. ” (47:00) When it comes to setting yourself apart in any field- whether that be art or finance, education or entrepreneurship- the skills of thinking critically, communicating effectively and learning continuously rise to the top. And yet, these skills are seldom taught in traditional education or schooling.  Chris Do is trying to change that. Chris Do is a self described “loud introvert”, recovering graphic designer, middle child, serial entrepreneur, Emmy award-winning director, educator and founder of The Futur .  He has served as a chairman and advisor to several high level organizations, and has taught Sequential Design for over 15 years. In today’s episode, Chris shares some valuable insights from his experiences, including: Specific tips for creating great content on a budget (19:00) Why you can’t afford to NOT take risks (32:00) How to overcome a career change (37:15) The 3 critical skills necessary to be successful in the 21st century (45:00) How to connect with Chris: All Social Media: @theChrisDo Website: thefutur.com YouTube (800+ videos) Futur Podcast (Top 10 ranked for Marketing) How Art of Coaching can help you: If you are in a situation where you feel extraordinarily frustrated at work, maybe there's power dynamics or agendas getting in the way of the stuff you're trying to accomplish. Or maybe you've just lost your spark because it seems like the organization doesn't want to change or is sterile.  Or maybe you're just looking for more feedback as a leader and you feel like you're not growing as much as you would like to. If any of this sounds familiar, then make sure to check out our Live Events for 2023. We offer a wide variety of workshops that are all dedicated to helping people with these real-life situations.  Real Life happens in the gray area, there's no getting around that. And real leadership often requires a tremendous amount of improvisation or being

Mon, November 21, 2022

E249 | Art Of Coaching Staff: The Most Important Things We Learned This Year

You’ve heard it said that experience isn't something you get until just after you needed it. But that doesn't mean we shouldn't share our experiences in hopes they can help others not make the same mistakes we have. In today’s episode, we're going to share some of the most valuable lessons WE learned this year. Lessons learned from leading 23 live events (3 of which were brand new), partnering with 20+ incredible organizations, hosting 46 podcasts, releasing 110 newsletters, writing 500 social media posts, hiring two new full time staff members and countless other impactful moments. Hear from each member of our staff as we recount both the successes and failures encountered along the way including: Operations advice from Liz Bartholomew - Director of Operations (10 :00 )  Effective prioritization strategies from Ali Kershner - Director of Creative Strategy (20 :20 ) The benefits of exploring new sides to yourself   from Bekah Gold - Chief Everything Officer (38 :20 )  Advice on job transitions from Nate Hoffmeister - Director of Strategic Growth and Business Relationships (50 :10 ). For the full list of the lessons we learned this year, and how you can learn from our mistakes and apply them to your own life, download our FREE Podcast Reflection Worksheets . Referenced Resources: All-Access Digital Community Conscious Coaching Communication Challenge The Apprenticeship Communication Workshop Brand Builder Workshop AOC Podcast E100: Working With Your Spouse & Betting On The Future AOC Podcast 49: Productivity The Matters AOC Podcast E190: Why It Seems Like We Never Have Enough Time AOC Podcast E142: Nate Hoffmeister: Dealing With Divorce: A Leader's Guide   THE ART OF COACHING BLACK FRIDAY SALE IS ON! And if you're reading this on Monday 11/21, you only have 24 hours left . We are doing 10% to 30% off all of our most popular resources. This means our CEU approved online courses. This means our live workshops. This means our one to one mentoring.  And on top of those discounts, we are now offering gift cards so you can support the development of someone you care about and believe in. Follow this link NOW to save!   We’re also excited to announce our BR

Mon, November 14, 2022

E248 | Kirsten Ahrendt: The Benefits of Fear, Failure & Improvisation in Coach Development

It may go against our natural tendencies, but failing is a crucial and necessary piece of the puzzle. When it comes to the process of coaching development, we must reembrace fear and failure.  We will go nowhere if we prioritize acceptance and validation above growth. Kirsten Ahrendt, a Head Coach and Director of Coach Development at Crossfit Invictus, emphasizes that it is the responsibility of the leader to create an environment that fosters this type of growth - one where people are celebrated when they admit their faults and supported in the reiteration and problem-solving process. Kirsten is a coach and creative. Previously, she was a professional athlete (soccer and rugby), member of the U.S. 7’s Rugby team, graphic designer, business owner, geologist and a Cutco saleswoman.  She thinks critically and creatively about the coaching profession and aims to inspire and educate other coaches to evolve society’s relationship with health, fitness and performance. In today’s episode, Kirsten goes into depth about: The struggles she’s experienced in her career (1:00) The mindset she believes has helped her be so successful (6:00) Specific strategies to create an environment that fosters failing forward (35:00) How to change your mindset and develop confidence when selling you services (47:00) Referenced Materials & Events: Art of Coaching Recommended Reading List -  Never Split the Difference by Christopher Voss and Tahl Raz  To Sell Is Human by Daniel Pink The Apprenticeship Communication Workshop - get the practice you need  having those hard conversations in an environment that not only encourages it, but gives you a research-backed evaluation, feedback, and coaching on how you can improve! You can connect with Kirsten and Crossfit Invictus on the following platforms: Website: www.wellreadmeathead.com or Invictus Fitness IG: @wellread.meathead or @crossfitinvictus LinkedIn: Kirsten Ahrendt Course: <a href='h

Mon, November 07, 2022

E247 | How to Deal with Know-It-Alls

They’re that person who ALWAYS has the answers. They’re full of all the facts and stats, and can’t help but spew them out as if they got punched in the “random facts jejunum” (Jackie Moon reference anyone?) If you know someone like this, or even if this person is YOU, today’s quick hitter episode explains the different reasons why people may act this way, and how we can better manage our conversations with them. Keep in mind that these are very general strategies.  At the end of the day, we want to help you learn HOW to think - not WHAT to think.  So as you utilize these tools, be sure to consider all the details of your context. The more specific the situation, the better strategy you’ll create. Relevant AOC Resources: What Drives You? - Drives Assessment Quiz Drives (AOC Podcast E130) Power Dynamics (AOC Podcast E63) Influence Tactics (AOC Podcast E202) Context (AOC Podcast E95) Our 1-on-1 mentoring and live Apprenticeship workshops both offer you the opportunity to gain experience having hard conversations, be coached and evaluated, and walk away prepared to have more successful interactions.  If you love learning right along side other growth minded individuals, you can see our 2023 Apprenticeship schedule and Sign Up Here for your destination of choice. However, if you prefer a more 1-on-1 coaching approach, take just a few minutes to fill out this form , and we will get back with you within 48 hours to schedule a free discovery session to find out how we can best add value to your career and life! Lastly, we can’t express how thankful we are for our podcast sponsors, Momentous and Dynamic Fitness & Strength . Momentous has done it again.  With their new, melatonin-free sleep formula, I can enjoy the benefits of a great night’s sleep without having to deal with the next day grogginess. All of their products are tested at the highest level, and they are for an

Mon, October 31, 2022

E246 | Danny Matta: Social Agility & Unfiltered Leadership

It’s a timeless question: What makes a leader great?   Some will say it's empathy and compassion, others believe it's trust and accountability or the ability to inspire.   I'd argue it's none of the above but rather the skill of social agility-  knowing what to be in the moment, in accordance with the context, combined with compassion- that allows a leader to truly stand out.   It's for this very reason that we wanted to talk to Danny Matta. With experience as a physical therapist in the military setting, an entrepreneur, CEO of a cash-based PT practice, author and now educator, it's safe to say today's guest Danny Matta knows a little bit about finding that social agility.     And the leadership advice he shares today comes form years of iteration, and a willingness to learn, adapt and grow.   With that said, as opposed to an interview, today’s episode is more conversational -  like you’re eavesdropping on two people catching up over coffee.  We cover a couple questions asked from our 30-day Challenge members, along with other topics such as:  How being an authentic boss who cares about the wellbeing of your employees results in a more productive and happier employee (23:45) How to negotiate with somebody who may be hiding something or not telling you the entire truth (33:30) How to deal with the creeping fears of failure and/or success (55:00) How to get your point across when it seems like the person next to you doesn't really value your message (1:05:00) You can find out more about Danny below: Website Book - F*CK Insurance The P.T. Entreprenuer Podcast Instagram If Danny’s entreprenueral story resonates with you, whether you have your own business or you do something on the side, be sure to check out our live Brand Builder Workshop . It is all about how you can get out of your own way, get the best ideas you have out of your head, and get them to the people that need the most. You can get an exclusive discount right now on ANY of our live events by going to <a href='https:

Mon, October 24, 2022

E245 | Derek Gaunt: Applying Lessons Learned in Hostage Negotiation to Leadership & Life

From the outside looking in, there doesn’t seem to be a lot in common between negotiating with a criminal to release hostages and coaxing your child to turn in their homework on time.  And yet, in both of these difficult situations there are some common strategies that are overwhelmingly effective; Both require tactical listening, curiosity and patience.  Today’s guest, former hostage negotiator Derek Gaunt, teaches us how to approach high stakes conversations so you can better influence the other person and more effectively (and quickly) resolve conflict when there’s a lot on the line. Specifically, we discuss: Why hostage negotiation is the same as any negotiation How to remain curious in a triggering conversation Ways to practice negotiation without being in one The key to influencing to anyone and everyone How to deal with irrational people and behavior Derek Gaunt is a lecturer, author of Ego, Authority, Failure© , and trainer with 29 years of law enforcement experience, 20 of which as a team member, leader and then commander of hostage negotiations teams in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. He is a hostage negotiation and incident command subject matter expert who frequently speaks at hostage negotiations and SWAT conferences across the country. Connect with Derek: On Instagram: @derekmguant Via his website: Black Swan LTD  Check out his book: Ego, Authority, Failure Today’s episode is brought to you by Helix Mattress and Hom-Gron: Helix :  If you’re like me, getting a good night’s sleep is not easy.  I’ve checked all the boxes of sleep routines, breathing exercises, caffeine, and blue light exposure, and the like.  But none of these can compete with having a mattress that is customized to your needs.  Go to helixsleep.com/brett to take a quiz that will match you to your perfect mattress, and use promo code BRETT to get $200 OFF any mattress + TWO free pillows for being Art of Coaching podcast listener!  HōM-GRōN : High Protein Bars are a healthy grab-and-go, chef-curated line of functional nutrition-based bars that are designed

Mon, October 17, 2022

E244 | Things Your Future Self Will Thank You For

Sometimes the best way to move forward is to remind ourselves of the past. Why? Because adaptation is a purposeful process. It requires reflection, inspection, and progression. Today’s episode is all about answering the question “What advice would I give my younger self?”   Some points are obvious, but there's also some questions that will challenge your assumptions, and give you the kick in the pants you may need to initiate the adaptation process. How should I be investing in myself to put me in the learning/ growth zone? (download the reflection questions for graphic)  - (10:00) What feedback/criticism should I be listening to and applying? (15:45) How do I know which relationships and experiences are worth my time? (37:10) What skills should I be consistently working to improve? (42:45) Referenced Resources: Take Control Of Your Finances   - Free resource Valued  - Online course to help you take your career into your own hands Live Events - Gain experience training your people skills! What Drives You? - Drives Assessment Quiz Now that you’ve had time to reflect on your experiences, if you’re looking for some guidance on the next steps to take in your career, we have the perfect event for you. Coming up soon, Brianna Battles and I are teaming up for our Art of Coaching Brand Builder event in Phoenix, AZ November 5-6th, 2022. At this interactive event, you will have access to Brianna, myself, and other members of the Art of Coaching team. We will give you the time, attention, and resources you need to vet your ideas and feel confident in the next steps you need to take to be successful.  You won’t get this kind of experience anywhere else. We’re always looking for feedback!  Let us know what points did or didn’t resonate with you or if there’s anything you want to hear more about by emailing us at info@artofcoaching.com. And if this episode was helpful, please do us a favor and <a href='h

Mon, October 10, 2022

E243 | Deconstructing Disagreements at Work & in Life

“How do I deal with a difficult colleague or co-worker, get on the same page as my spouse or partner, or confront someone who’s trying to undermine me at work?” “How do I deal with CONFLICT?!” If you find yourself seeking answers to these questions, this episode is for you. Today’s podcast walks you through several real life examples of conflict using our L.I.S.T.E.N. framework, a tool we created to help you navigate the messy realities of life, leadership, and human interaction.  More specifically, the framework helps you to identify the pertinent details of your situation, and then leverage the opportunities available to you.  These details include: How to identify what drives the person you’re in conflict with (Drives Quiz) How to recognize the power dynamics at play ( AOC Podcast E63: Power Dynamics in Leadership) How to choose the right type of communication style for your context (AOC Podcast E240: The 4 Styles of Communication) How to use the information available to determine what influence tactics are appropriate (AOC Podcast E202: Why Facts & Logic Don't Change Our Minds) The reality is that the baseline of all communication is misunderstanding.  And the better we can deconstruct misunderstandings, the better communicators we will be. If you want to be proactive about developing these skills, improving your ability to communicate with your audience in a way that’s digestible for them , and gain the knowledge and experience necessary to play “communication chess,”  Art of Coaching has solutions for you.   Our 1-on-1 mentoring and live Apprenticeship workshops both offer you the opportunity to gain experience having hard conversations, be coached and evaluated, and walk away prepared to have more successful interactions. We only have one more Apprenticeship Leadership Development workshop scheduled for 2022, and our 2023 event dates are locked inl  Don’t wait to get the formal training you need to improve the quality of your interactions and relationships, and overall quality of life.  Sign Up Here today. <p style="font-weigh

Mon, October 03, 2022

E242 | Annie Duke: Quit! – The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away

Today’s guest, Annie Duke, is an author, speaker, and decision-strategist.  As a former professional poker player, she has won more than $4 million in tournament poker. During her career, Annie won a World Series of Poker bracelet and is the only woman to have won the World Series of Poker Tournament of Champions and the NBC National Poker Heads-Up Championship. She retired from the game in 2012. Prior to becoming a professional poker player, Annie was awarded a National Science Foundation Fellowship to study Cognitive Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania. In today’s episode, Annie dives deep into decision-making under uncertainty, and gives you the kick in the pants you need to take action and apply it - so, for once, I don’t have to! Specifically, she covers these key concepts and tools that are essential to understanding how to make good decisions: How to evaluate your situation using a “Cause-benefit analysis” (29:50) How to leverage the “endowment effect” to properly place value on things, ideas, or beliefs (32:50) How to use the “sunk cost fallacy” to avoid making poor decisions (39:30) How to set “kill criteria” so you know when to quit (44:00) More on Annie: Annie’s latest book, Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away , will be released October 4, 2022 from Portfolio, a Penguin Random House imprint. Her previous book,  Thinking in Bets , is a national bestseller.  Website: Annieduke.com Twitter: @annieduke Nonprofit Organizations:  The Alliance for Decision Education After School All Stars Renew Democracy Initiative  A big decision that many of our listeners have told us they struggle with is knowing whether they should start and how they should go about building their own brand.  If this is you, or you’re in a similar situation, come to our  Brand Builder workshop!  You’ll leave not only confident in your decision, but also with a specific plan and action items to help you take the next steps. We’re keeping this event small and intimate to facilitate practice, repetition and feedback. Spots and limited and going fast-  Check out <a href='https://co

Mon, September 26, 2022

E241 | Lachlan Wilmot & Karl Goodman: How to Build Your Team & Scale Your Impact

S.Y.S.T.E.M Save YourSelf Time, Energy, & Money. I think it’s fair to say that this is something we all want. In the words of Karl Goodman, great systems “proceed redundancies.”  They get the processes or ideas out of your head and make them something that can be replicated by others.   They allow you to delegate. This is just one of the handful of “how-to’s” we hit on in today’s episode with Lachlan Wilmot and Karl Goodman.  We also discuss: How to identify what skills you possess that translate to other professions (23:00) How to recognize and define the levels of opportunity available to you (40:20) How to decide which tasks you can and should delegate (54:30) How to find the right people for your organization (1:05:30) Lachlan and Karl are the co-owners of Athletes Authority , a set of performance gyms located in Sydney and Melbourne, Australia. Lachlan is a highly respected and nationally recognized high-performance Coach, having spent 10 years in Head of Strength & Conditioning roles. He has also worked with professional athletes, as well as elite junior programs.  Karl spent his early years coming through elite sporting pathways himself, transitioning from a baseball career to building a nationally recognized high-performance brand in Athletes Authority Group. Karl brings business, branding, marketing, and strategic expertise to the team. You can find out more about Athletes Authority via their website, or by following them on Instagram @athletesauthority . If you feel like you could use some practice putting these “how to’s” into place, we have the perfect strategy for you in our next round of The Conscious Coaching Challenge . Starting October 1, The Challenge is a 30-day online and interactive “mini-course” that provides you with the tools, guidance, feedback, and support you need to gain ground in your interactions.  In addition to access to the entire AOC team and other members of the AOC family, you’ll also receive tons of FREE resources AND IT’S ONLY $99.  The Challenge starts in 1 WEEK, so don’t wait! SIGN UP TODAY! And don’t forget - we also provide you with FREE Downloadable Podcast Reflection Sheets for each epi

Mon, September 19, 2022

E240 | The 4 Styles of Communication

“How do I navigate this conversation?” Have you ever found yourself asking this question? When you consider everything that goes into hard conversations - the people involved, the message to be delivered, the timing, the power dynamics at hand, etc., communication can seem complex. But it doesn’t have to be so confusing. Today’s episode will give you tools and strategies to identify, organize, and leverage the factors at play in the delicate dance we call “conversation.” It’s not the full monty, but when you piece it together with a handful of our other resources, knowing the 4 styles of communication will help you view your conversations from a new vantage point. In addition to the 4 styles, we give specific examples of how to piece together several components of conversation, including: Power Dynamics (AOC Podcast E63) Influence Tactics (AOC Podcast E202) Drives (AOC Podcast E130) Context (AOC Podcast E95) Knowing the information is one thing, but practicing and applying it is what actually moves the needle.  If you’re looking for guidance and feedback on how to apply this information to your life, you need to start with our Conscious Coaching Challenge . Starting in October, The Challenge a 30-day online and interactive “mini-course” that provides you with the tools, guidance, feedback, and support you need.  In addition to access to the entire AOC team and other members of the AOC family, you’ll also receive tons of FREE resources AND IT’S ONLY $99.  The Challenge starts in less than 1 month, so don’t wait! SIGN UP TODAY! Referenced Material: What Drives You? Quiz The Apprenticeship Leadership Development Workshop New Book and Updates on Tactical & Practical Tips for Leadership & Communication Upcoming Event Schedule Quadrant Graphic of The 4 Styles of Communication - see <a href='https://artofcoa

Mon, September 12, 2022

E239 | Dave Hollis: Facing Your Demons & Coming Back Stronger

No one hopes for massive turmoil or an upheaval of life as we know it.  But through chaos comes clarity and changes like these offer us an opportunity to reevaluate who we really are and want to be.  Last year, Dave Hollis's life was turned upside down and in today's episode he welcomes us into the messy realities of his new one - everything from career transitions, protecting his sanity when his life was on blast, navigating relationship issues and facing his own demons. Dave is a New York Times best-selling author, host of the popular Rise Together podcast, keynote speaker, and life and business coach. Dave’s history includes CEO of a media start-up, President of Sales for the film studio at The Walt Disney Company, talent manager across film, tv, and music, along with work in publicity, research, and technology in the entertainment sector. More specifically, we discuss these the challenging questions, and several others, that many people have to face in their lives: What does success look like for me? (11:20) Am I the reason people don’t find value in what I have to offer? (23:10) What have I learned from the difficult experiences in my life? (46:15) How do I know if this is the right solution for me? (55:40) This type of self-reflection is critical to your ability to effectively lead those around you in a very specific and purposeful way.  Dave makes it clear, you can’t put a price tag on the benefits of surrounding yourself with a community of experienced people to learn from in the pursuit of your goals - whatever they are. If you’re looking for that type of community, you’re in the right place.  At Art of Coaching , we offer community-based experiences in several ways to make sure we can meet you where you’re at. The Conscious Coaching Challenge , starting in October, is a 30-day online challenge that provides you with the tools, guidance, feedback, and support you need from the entire AOC team and other members of the AOC family also looking to grow and improve.  In addition, you’ll receive tons of FREE resources AND IT’S ONLY $99.  The Challenge starts in less than 1 month, so don’t wait! SIGN UP TODAY! If you’re wanting something more long term, we also provide group mentoring - The Coalition - and 1-on-1 Mentoring with several different members of the

Mon, September 05, 2022

E238 | Brianna Battles: Cut the B.S. and Put Yourself Out There

“I just felt like I had more to offer” If you’ve ever had that thought about yourself as a professional, you’re not alone.  We’ve all been in that situation - we create something that we care deeply about and we know it would add value to people’s lives - but we aren’t in an environment where it’s supported, we hit some roadblocks that prevent us from following through, and we end up feeling ineffective and unfulfilled. Second-time guest and previous Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coach, Brianna Battles, is now the CEO & Founder of Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism. She coaches pregnant and postpartum athletes and has created a signature certification program for coaching professionals and practitioners. Instead of making excuses and despite her doubt, Brianna adapted to the situation and put her work out into the world anyway - and people bought it. In today’s episode, Brianna shares the secrets she’s uncovered throughout her journey of transitioning from Collegiate Strength and Conditioning to entrepreneurship, including: What to do when you feel like it’s just not working, you have more to offer, and you see an underserved population that you want to help (22:00) How to recognize the line between a hobby and a full-time business opportunity (24:00) The number one most important thing you have to have for a high-quality product (27:40) How to know when it’s time to hire help (45:00) The value that Brianna has to offer goes well beyond this podcast. In fact, if you hadn’t heard yet, she and I are teaming up for our Art of Coaching Brand Builder event in Phoenix, AZ November 5-6th, 2022. At this interactive event, you will have access to Brianna, myself, and other members of the Art of Coaching team. We will give you the time, attention, and resources you need to vet your ideas and feel confident in the next steps you need to take to be successful.  You won’t get this kind of experience anywhere else. In order to meet you where you’re at, we offer monthly payment plans, in addition to our Early Bird Discount, which is only available through the end of today!  Save $150 by signing up here right now! Referenced Material: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome Toolkit AOC Podcast E105: Overcoming Imposter Phenomenon</

Mon, August 29, 2022

E237 | Dr. Celia Hodent: What the Psychology of Video Games & UX Can Teach Us About Building Buy-In

Video games - Good? Bad? It Depends? No matter your current opinion of video games, I’m going to ask you to open your mind and consider that there is something of value to be learned from the research-backed way they are created.  In the same way that coaches creatively craft an experience to build buy-in with their athletes, UX (user experience) is an art and a mindset.  It is a mindset that requires you to shift your perspective to that of your users (athletes), because what each individual experiences happens in their own mind. Easier said than done.  As Dr. Celia Hodent explains, “It's not because you're aware of your own biases that you can control them - and that's just not possible because by definition, they are implicit.” So how do we do it?  In addition to explaining the secrets behind shifting our perspectives to that of our audience, she also unveils What one question you should be asking when creating a product or service (29:50) How to debunk the notion that video games are “bad” (34:30) How to distinguish between ethical and unethical marketing and design ( 48:00) Strategies to help your business not fall victim to its vices (1:01:00)   Dr. Celia Hodent holds a PhD in psychology and has over ten years experience in the development of user experience (UX) strategy in the entertainment industry, and more specifically with video game studios through her work at Ubisoft, LucasArts, and as Director of UX at Epic Games ( Fortnite ).  She currently leads an independent UX consultancy, working with a wide range of international media and enterprise companies. Celia is the author of:   The Gamer’s Brain: How Neuroscience and UX can Impact Video Game Design (2017)  The Psychology of Video Games (2020)  What UX Really Is: Introducing a Mindset to Great Experiences (2021)  Co-editor: Game Usability: Advice from the Experts for Advancing UX Strategy and Practice in Vide

Mon, August 22, 2022

E236 | Kat Salazar: The Science Behind Building Better Teams & Humans

At 14 years old, Kat Salazar walked into her very first classroom at a local community college. She was about to start college when most her age were just beginning high school.  For some this might have been an awkward or overwhelming experience, but having been homeschooled for her entire life, Kat was completely UNDER-WHELMED instead. She thought, “How is this learning? You haven’t asked me to think or do anything but simply regurgitate information.”  Unfortunately, this traditional and common structure, one that was created to spit out factory workers, is the one we have all come to know as formal education . Kat has since spent the last 10 years focusing on identifying the skills that optimize the way people learn and perform, especially on teams. Her unique life experiences have allowed her to see much of the world from a different vantage point and identify a massive problem in the traditional approach to education. This tapped into her passion and inspired her to start weThink, an intelligence software platform built to help people and organizations thrive in team based environments. In today’s episode, Kat asks some bold questions and helps us understand several key points: How to measure skills like communication, problem solving and critical thinking (32:30) Why we need to change the way we think about education (39:10) Ways we can and should practice the skill of learning (45:30) Why context is the key to more successful interactions (48:50) If you’d like to find out more about Kat and weThink, you can visit wethinkteams.com or find her on LinkedIn: Katrina Salazar . Today’s episode is brought to you by our very own Art of Coaching Speaker School , as well as our loyal partners Dynamic and Momentous. Whether you’re pitching investors for more money, asking supervisors for a raise, presenting at a national conference or coaxing your kids to bed, your ability to refine a message, understand your audience and deliver information in a way that will not only captivate but move them to action is one of the most important skills you can cultivate. We’re keeping this event small and intimate to facilitate practice, repetition and feedback. Spots and limited and going fast-  Check out artofcoaching.com/speaker for more details.  <p style="font-we

Mon, August 15, 2022

E235 | 7 Ways for Coaches to Make More Money

"I'd love to, but I just can't swing it financially."  If you've ever wanted to take a vacation, fix something in your house, take a certain course or certification, get a virtual assistant, or even start a side business but couldn't because you didn't have the extra time or money... you're not alone.  Today's episode is all about how to leverage what you already know and do well to help you earn more side cash and not stress about the financial side of things so much. We reveal simple ways to make your current experiences, literally, pay off.  For example -  How to use the conversations you already have to your advantage (14:15) Different ways to monetize your current skills and abilities (18:50) Website, apps and other FREE resources that can help you budget, organize, and save How to create an attractive user experience around a product you’ve already created (48:50) AND MORE.  Honestly, it’s too much to put into bullet points- you’ll just have to check it out. If you want to see and experience how we at Art Of Coaching put some of these tips into practice, check out artofcoaching.com/challenge .  Coming in October, the Conscious Coaching Challenge gives you access to the entire AOC team, tons of FREE resources, a network of other coaches who are looking to improve, AND IT’S ONLY $99.  Honestly, it’s a no brainer. We also offer individual and small group training sessions if that’s more your speed.  You can find those options at artofcoaching.com/mentoring .  The first call is always FREE, so if you have any questions about how we can help you or what we have to offer at Art of Coaching, let us know! Referenced Material: Art of Coaching Podcast Episode 43: Danny Matta - Understand What You're Worth  Art of Coaching Podcast E190: Why It Seems Like We Never Have Enough Time Art of Coaching Podcast E193: What To Charge For Your Time & Expertise Art of Coaching Podcast E199: Cliché Advice You Should Rethink or Ignore We also can’t forget to thank Athletic Greens for sponsoring today’s episode. We get it, you’re time poor and don’t always get in th

Mon, August 08, 2022

E234 | How to Motivate a Lazy Staff

Less than 31.5% of the US working population report being “engaged” in their work. 51% report being “not engaged”. And 17.5% report being “ actively disengaged” . (Gallup, 2014) With numbers like that, it should come as no surprise that many of us feel like we’re dealing with lazy or unmotivated staff members.  But why? Is it a lack of ambition? Of skills and abilities? Of work ethic? Of character? Or is it something else?   Today’s episode will help you identify what’s causing your staffing woes as well as give you a blueprint for re-engaging and motivating them.  Before giving up or moving toward firing, give this a listen:  How to assess what’s causing the lazy behavior (9:45) Figuring out if you’re being too trait focused (17:50) Identifying the best influence tactics to be used in the given context (25:55) When to consider if a restructuring of roles is an option (35:00) All of these questions, and more, are unpacked on an even deeper level in our weekly newsletter and at our live events .  By signing up for our weekly newsletter , you’ll unlock access to our latest resources , tips and advice from first hand experience, as well as exclusive discounts and promotions !  If you want to learn more about using influence tactics and gain actual practice having the hard conversations - a part of the messy realities of leadership - you need to check out our Apprenticeship™ Workshop . On the other hand, if you’ve noticed that your team or staff is connected but constrained, or stagnant and struggling, and you’re looking for a way to fix it, our Brand Builder™ event is for you. At the end of the day, none of these points are mind blowing or overly complex.  They are basic and straightforward, but often overlooked .  Don’t be the leader that gives up on someone, then watches them go change the world working with your competition. It’s about context and creativity, patience and pragmatism. Referenced Material: <li style="font-weight:400;

Mon, August 01, 2022

E233 | Richie Incognito: The Secrets to Becoming One of the NFL’s Best

In many circles, the National Football League (NFL) has become (just as) well known for its alternate meaning, "Not For Long".  But every once in a while, a player comes along who's able to defy those odds.  In today's episode, Richie Incognito, taken by the St. Louis Rams in the third round of the 2005 draft, four time pro-bowler, and 15 year veteran, reveals in his VERY FIRST post-retirement podcast interview what it takes to manage the brutality of a 15+ year stint in the trenches. As he reflects on the lessons learned, and looks ahead to a future of living life on his own terms, Richie credits much of his success to a few things:  The mindset to constantly find ways to increase the standard year to year (9:30) Creating buy-in and leadership in the locker room (16:30) Using money as a motivator and managing it the right way (26:35) Being cognizant of the brand you’re creating and putting out there (29:40) If you want to learn more from Richie and his experience, you can connect with him via Twitter - @68INCOGNITO . If you’ve been listening to our podcasts consistently, you’ll notice a trend - defining and building your own brand is a necessity in reaching your goals. If building your brand is something you feel that you struggle with, and you’re looking for help, check out our upcoming Brand Builder event.  The Super Early Bird sale ends this coming Friday, August 5. So ACT NOW to get the best deal! We also want to thank our sponsor, Momentous , for today’s episode. If you ask Richie, a large part of creating a sustainable career was fueling his body with the highest quality products.  Check out their entire line of protein and supplements at livemomentous.com and use code BRETT15 at checkout for 15% off! Lastly, if you find value in the content we provide, and you want to be the first to know about new live events, resources and weekly insights from our team- check out artofcoaching.com/begin .

Mon, July 25, 2022

E232 | The Hidden Powers of Procrastination

It’s time to flip the script. If you’re like me, you’ve fallen victim to procrastination guilt - the feeling that something’s wrong with you, you’re broken, or you haven’t found your true “why” because you’re waiting until the last minute to get a certain task done.  The truth is, our perception of procrastination has been tremendously influenced by the unrealistic expectations of nonsense leadership books and mantras like “how we do anything is how we do everything.” In today’s episode, we outline the reasons why this perception is off the mark, and how you can harness the power of procrastination .  More specifically, we discuss: What the term procrastination actually means and what it is not (7:00) How procrastination and perfectionism are related and how to deal with it (11:15) Material Reference: Art of Coaching Podcast E190 - Why It Seems Like We Never Have Enough Time (18:00) How procrastination taps our inner adversity drives (18:10) Material Reference: Find Out What Drives You (18:30) The physiological effects of procrastination that can help and/or hurt you If this episode hits home for you, and you want to continue learning how to be more adaptable, go here for our latest content! Remember - it’s not about being perfect or optimal all the time, because chaos leads to clarity. Flip the script, and put your work out there. As always, we want to make sure to thank our loyal sponsors for helping us continue to deliver high quality free content, like this podcast.  Today’s episode is brought to you by Dynamic and Athletic Greens . Dynamic : Our go-to equipment partner. Fully customizable and manufactured in the heartland of America- if you’re looking to outfit your home gym or weight room visit mydynamicfitness.com to get started. Tell them Brett and the Art of Coaching Team sent you! Athletic Greens : We get it, you’re time poor and don’t always get in the fruits and veggies you know you should. This is without a doubt the BEST tasting greens powder out there and they want to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchas

Mon, July 18, 2022

E231 | How to Craft the Perfect Apology

“I’m sorry.” Depending on the context, these can be some of the hardest words to say.   Whether it’s because emotions are running high, you aren’t sure what you’re sorry for (but you feel it’s what the other party wants to hear), or any number of other conflict resolution scenarios, these words often get used and abused, making their impact dull or unintentional. In today’s episode, we define and address the do’s and don’ts of conversational repair, and reveal some common case studies showing the use of these tactics in real life situations.  Some of the core principles discussed include: Using an apology as a starting point - the beginning of a new set of behaviors (11:10) Having the right timing (12:25) Knowing when or how an apology will actually make things worse (13:40) How to not over-apologize (16:35) These are meant to help you formulate a research - backed game plan when going into these types of high risk conversations, so that you can avoid the unintentional consequences that so often occur. Because the fact is that apologies are a messy part of life and leadership, and they will always be required at some level.  Listed below are the materials referenced in this week’s episode: Article reference (15:20): When Saying Sorry May Not Help Art of Coaching Podcast (29:10): E126: Eight Obstacles to Building Buy-In & E207: How Perception Impacts Communication and Relationships Art of Coaching Podcast (37:00): E63: Power Dynamics in Leadership & E202: Why Facts and Logic Don't Change Our Minds Questions? Follow this link to ask us! (45:45) Today’s podcast is brought to you by our awesome sponsors, Momentous and DFND. Momentous : Whether you’re an elite athlete, weekend warrior or just looking to improve your everyday health / performance, check out their entire line of protein and supplements at livemomentous.com and use code BRETT15 at checkout for 15% off! My personal fa

Mon, July 11, 2022

E230 | How to Know When It’s Time to Leave Your Job & Go Out On Your Own

Are you in a job or situation where you’re feeling stuck, unfulfilled, under-appreciated or just ready for something new?   We hear you! You're not alone. If you're considering leaving and/or going out on your own, there are some essential questions to ask yourself before taking the leap. On today's episode, I'll give you not only a comprehensive guide to some of the factors you need to consider,  but also some of the questions I wished someone would have asked me before I made the jump: What is it about my current situation that is making me consider another option? If I’ve been feeling this way for a while, why haven’t I left yet? Affective Commitment Normative Commitment  Continuance Commitment Do I have the risk/ stress tolerance to deal with the ambiguity and uncertainty? What do I consider being “productive?” This episode just scratches the surface of questions that are answered much more thoroughly in our online course Blindspot , which is ON SALE right now for a limited time.  If you are considering going out on your own, you need to check out this resource so you don’t make the same mistakes I did.  And if you’re not ready to spend the money to do your homework before taking the risk, then you are NOT READY to go out on your own! But if you are ready, if you have a plan, if you’re ready to stay the course when ambiguity and uncertainty are at their highest, if you’re ready to weather the storms, Art of Coaching would be honored to provide you with the necessary resources to get started.   Check out Blindspot now, and use the code GROW30 for 30% off.  Don’t wait.  The offer is for a limited time only! Today’s episode is brought to you by none other than Momentous . Whether you’re an elite athlete, weekend warrior or just looking to improve your everyday health / performance, check out their entire line of protein and supplements at livemomentous.com and use code BRETT15 at checkout for 15% off your first order! My perso

Mon, July 04, 2022

E229 | Greg Hoffman: Leadership Lessons From 27 Years at Nike

What is your brand?   What do you want to be known for? If you don’t have a solid handle on the answers to these questions, you'll have a hard time communicating with others what you bring to the table. In today’s episode, our guest Greg Hoffman, former Nike Chief Marketing Officer, teaches us how to apply principles of branding and design from top companies to our own personal brand. Specifically, he speaks on: 3 things you must consider when creating your personal brand Identifying the essential traits and characteristics you want to be known for Why writing is one of the most powerful skills you can build & how to do it The essential role of both art & data in decision making   Greg is a global brand leader.  For over 27 years, Greg held marketing, design, and innovation leadership roles at Nike, including time as the brand’s CMO.  In his most recent role as Nike’s Vice President of Global Brand Innovation, he led teams tasked with envisioning the future of storytelling and consumer experiences for the brand. He's also the founder and principal of the brand advisory group Modern Arena, and author of the new book Emotion by Design: Creative Leadership Lessons From a Life at Nike. Connect with Greg: Via Instagram: @ghoff70 Via his book: Emotion by Design: Creative Leadership Lessons From a Life at Nike . Via his website: https://www.emotionbydesign.co/ Even further, if building your brand is something you feel that you struggle with, and you’re looking for help, check out our upcoming Brand Builder event.  We would love to equip you with the skills and tools to build the exact “brand of YOU” that you envision! Also, don’t forget that Art of Coaching is kicking off the month of July with an ALL COURSE SALE!  Throughout the entire month of July, Bought In , ValuED , and Blindspot are all on sale!  Just use the code GROW30 to get 30% off!  As always, a big thank you shout out to our sponsors, who make it possible for us to provide free resources like this! <a href='https://www.m

Mon, June 27, 2022

E228 | How to Choose the Right Platform for Your Message

What is your first thought or reaction when you get this text message? “That’s fine.” The sender could have meant “I agree with everything you just said/ suggested,” or “I have no opinion and will have no problem with the option you’ve chosen,” or “that’s the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard but I’m going with it because I don’t care to contribute to the decision.”  The issue with text messaging as the medium is that without any other incoming information, the receiver simply can not tell what the sender really means. This is just one aspect of communication that must be considered when choosing the correct medium for your message. Today’s episode will answer and discuss these popular questions: What is meant by “medium” and what are the different types? Presentational, Representational,  and Technological/ Mechanical          How do I know which is the right one to use so I don’t give off the wrong impression? Social Presence and Media Richness How do I teach my teen (or anyone) to understand and apply this? Also mentioned in today’s episode was E126: Eight Obstacles to Building Buy In. If you want to learn more about all things communication, NOW is the perfect time to check out any of our 3 online courses!  We are excited to announce that Bought In , ValuED , and Blindspot are all on sale starting July 1!  Just use the code GROW30 to get 30% off!   Today’s episode is brought to you by our loyal partners Dynamic Fitness & Strength + Momentous !    Dynamic is our go-to equipment partner. Fully customizable and manufactured in the heartland of America- if you’re looking to outfit your home gym or weight room visit mydynamicfitness.com to get started. Tell them Brett and the Art of Coaching Team sent you! Speaking of achieving performance, recovery and health at the highest level, we’d be remiss not to mention our greatest partner in the space- Momentous. Check out their entire line of protein and supplements at livemomentous.com and use code BRETT25 at che

Mon, June 20, 2022

E227 | Stu McMillan: No B.S. Leadership Lessons from an Olympic Coach

With more than 70 Olympians and 30 medals to his name, there aren’t many coaches as prolific as Stu McMillan.  But did you know he’d had 38 jobs by the time he was 37 (including one as a “baked potato boy”)?  How about that he didn’t start working in elite track & field until his 40’s? This week, we had the chance to sit down (in person!) with Stu and discuss topics and questions he seldom addresses: The ONE thing every coach needs to learn and take more seriously  His unique definition of effective leadership and how he implements it daily Where he draws the line on sharing personal and business information with his staff Why more coaches should start sharing their work publicly Stu McMillan is the co-owner and CEO of ALTIS. He has been a professional S&C and Sprints Coach for over 28 years, and has worked with professional and amateur athletes in a variety of sports - with the focus being on power and speed development. Stu has personally coached over 70 Olympians at 7 Olympic Games; over 30 of whom have won Olympic medals. Most recently, he coached British sprinter Jodie Williams to a sixth-place finish in the 400m at the Tokyo Olympic Games. If you want to learn more about Stu’s work at Altis, you can visit Altis.world . To connect with Stu, you can find him on Twitter -  @StuartMcMillan1 and Instagram - @fingermash .  If you have any questions you would like answered in Part 2, please submit them on our website OR email them to us at info@artofcoaching.com. In addition to sending us your questions, don’t forget to register HERE for our FREE workshop on June 28th, as we discuss the slimy topic of self-promotion.  We know selling yourself and your work can feel gross.  But if you’re creating real value that can help even one person, we believe you have a responsibility to share it.  If you don’t, either someone else will or you’ll be passed over and left behind.  Let us give you tools and strategies to do so in a tactical and ethical way, ultimately allowing you to make the impact you want. Today’s episode is brought to you by: Dynamic Fitness & Strength : These guys

Mon, June 13, 2022

E226 | Keir Wenham-Flatt: Hijacking Attention Through Humor

“Unless you live in North Korea, everything you do as a coach is persuasion.” Did that grab your attention?!  In today’s episode, Keir Wenham-Flatt explains his use of humor and overall philosophy when it comes to making his message stand out in a sea of information.  He says, “you must grab attention first to earn the right to convey your message to people.”  Keir is a strength coach with over a decade’s experience of working with elite athletes on 4 different continents.  He is best known for his work in rugby and college football. In addition to coaching he is the founder of Strength Coach Network, an educational platform for team sport strength and conditioning specialists. Throughout the episode, Keir speaks on: How the VALUE of S&C professionals is negatively affected by the nature of the field How to “earn the right” to convey your message to the right audience Using seemingly outside avenues to further yourself as a professional AND as a person Why the current system of education and accreditation in S&C is broken You can find Keir on the following platforms: His website: strengthcoachnetwork.com (re-opening in December) Twitter: @RUGBY_STR_COACH Instagram: @rugby_strength_coach Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keirwenhamflatt/   Today’s episode is brought to you by our loyal partners DFND, Dynamic Fitness and Strength, and Athletic Greens. DFND : As our official compression partner, DFND is engineered to help anyone who loves to train and compete go harder longer, recover quicker, and get better faster. Their first line of compression wear was tested on special forces trainees under the harshest training conditions in the world, but now they’re worn by athletes at all levels and anyone serious about performance. Use code: AOC20 to get 20% off your order.  AND this week ONLY (June 13-20th, 2022), we're partnering with them for an exclusive giveaway. 10 individuals will walk away with AoC Swag and premium training gear. Check out our post on @aocoaching for more detail. <p style="font-weight:400;

Mon, June 06, 2022

E225 | How to Get Someone Who is Shy, Quiet or Less Social to Open Up

Picture this: you’re talking to someone you just met at a social gathering, negotiating with a potential client or presenting to a group of skeptical attendees. Try as you might to connect with or get them to share or interact, they give you absolutely nothing in return...  It’s the equivalent of talking to a brick wall.   While frustrating, getting someone who is shy, quiet or less social to open up is one of the most useful and important skills you can build as a communicator, and it all comes down to properly deploying a few specific but underutilized tools.  On today’s episode we cover:  The one skill that will allow you to connect with anyone When and why you should stop asking so many questions The 5 key tools / tactics to try when talking to a shy person  How to MASTER the awkward pause  A couple announcements: 1. We know selling yourself and your work can feel slimy and gross. But if you’re creating real value that can help even one person, we believe you have a responsibility to share it. If you don't, either someone else will or you’ll be passed over and left behind.  Join us Tuesday, June 28th for a FREE workshop in which we'll give you tools to self-promote in a tactical and ethical way so you can make the impact you want. Check out the FREE workshop here: Artofcoaching.com/impact  2. Today’s episode is brought to you by Momentous . You don’t need me to remind you how important what you put in your body is and the impact it can have on your health. Whether you’re a world class athlete or someone who sits at their desk all day in the corporate world, Momentous has products that can help you perform at the highest level. They are all quality tested at the highest level, and they are for anyone who wants to feel better without overthinking their nutrition. Use Code: BRETT25 for 25% off your order. 3. Support for today’s episode also comes from Dynamic Fitness & Strength . Dynamic offers the highest quality strength and conditioning equipment designed just for you, your space and your budget. Whether you’re looking to outfit your college, high school or professional gym or even just your garage, check out our friends at  Dynamic  and tell them Team AoC sent you! 4. If you want more behind the scenes, raw thoughts, and helpful tips, check out artofcoaching.com/begin !

Mon, May 30, 2022

E224 | Steve Magness: The Truth About What It Takes to Do Hard Things

The word “toughness” might be one of the most overused and misdefined in coaching and leadership; something we routinely seek and preach, but rarely understand.  Toughness isn’t about grinding through pain and it isn’t built doing “hard” things we routinely encounter; True toughness is better described as making smart decisions in challenging situations and problem solving through obstacles not regularly faced.  To better understand this definition and how to cultivate resilience, we welcome Steve Magness, a world-renowned expert on performance, well-being, and sustainable success. He is coauthor of the best-selling books Peak Performance and The Passion Paradox. His most recent work is Do Hard Things: Why We Get Resilience Wrong and the Surprising Science of Real Toughness . In his coaching practice, Steve works with executives, entrepreneurs, and athletes on their performance and mental skills. He's served as a consultant and coach for numerous professional sports teams. We cover:  Why pain, soreness and grit can be counterproductive to toughness  The true meaning of “resilience” and how to cultivate a bigger toolbox How to reframe failure as feedback Toughness in parenting: how to make more resilient kids Connect with Steve: Buy his book: Do Hard Things: Why We Get Resilience Wrong and the Surprising Science of Real Toughness Via Twitter: @stevemagness Via his website: http://www.stevemagness.com/ Today’s episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens ! We get it, you’re time p

Mon, May 23, 2022

E223 | Todd Kashdan: Disagreeing Effectively & Lateral Thinking

We’re living in a society more polarized and intolerant than ever before; A society in which it’s hard to tell a joke, let alone disagree with someone. But to evolve and for this to change, we need principled insubordination, systematic rule-breaking, and people not afraid to engage with those who share different views.  On today’s episode we have the pleasure of talking to Dr. Todd Kashdan, (Ph.D & Professor of Psychology at George Mason University), a leading authority on well-being, psychological flexibility, curiosity, courage, and resilience.  Dr. Kashdan is the author of Curious? and The Upside of Your Dark Side , and his latest book is The Art of Insubordination: How to Dissent and Defy Effectively . His writing has appeared in the Harvard Business Review, National Geographic, Fast Company, among other publications, and his research is featured regularly in media outlets such as The Atlantic, The New York Times, NPR, and Time Magazine. We discuss: How to dissent / disagree effectively Why we should seek & welcome alternative opinions  The importance of comedy in combatting echo chambers The right and WRONG way to change minds and behavior Dr. Kashdan has published over 220 peer-reviewed articles and his work has been cited over 36,000 times. He received the Distinguished Faculty Member of the Year Award from George Mason University and Distinguished Scientific Award for Early Career Contributions from the American Psychological Association.  Connect with Dr. Kashdan: Via his book: The Art of Insubordination   Via his FREE newsletter: https://toddkashdan.substack.com/ Via his website: https://toddkashdan.com/ Via Twitter: @toddkashdan Today’s episode is brought to you by Lumen , a first of it’s kind portable device and app that measures your metabolism in real time with just a breath! Lumen is like having a dietician in your pocket, something that gives you unprecedented insight into how efficiently your body is optimizing fats and carbs so you can have better control over your health and wellness. Research backed and simple to use, Lumen’s technology will give you a personalized meal plans and cust

Mon, May 16, 2022

E222 | My Top Strategy for Personal & Professional Development

When it comes to personal and professional development we all know books, podcasts and seminars won’t cut it. Simply put- greater input doesn’t equal better output.   At a certain point, we need community, accountability and exposure to a diversity of thoughts and perspectives; We need help tackling our unique obstacles and highlighting our blindspots.     On today’s episode we discuss the single BEST thing you can do for your personal and professional development as well as:   The obstacles all leaders face The advantages of community and how to find the right one Advantages of being around people who think differently  Overcoming excuses & constraints relating to money, time and experience How to find and foster accountability in your life   By the way, if you’re interested in a community like this, check out The Coalition . We’re biased, but if you’re in search of a personal board of directors, think tank and way to get around great leaders who will help you build a plan forward, it doesn’t get much better than this.    We only run these twice a year and always fill up quickly! Check out artofcoaching.com/coaltion for all details!    Also, we’re giving away a FREE barbell courtesy of our premier sponsor- Dynamic Fitness and Strength ! If you’re interested check out @aocoaching on IG for instructions and get started.    Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/coach. Again, that is athleticgreens.com/coach to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!

Mon, May 09, 2022

E221 | Jack Crawford: A 10-Year NFL Vet’s Take On What Makes a Great Coach, Learning From Failure & World Travel

Jack Crawford isn’t your ordinary 10 year NFL vet… and this just might be one of the most interesting episodes to date.  On today’s show, Jack takes us on a journey from his childhood playing cricket and the *real* football in the streets of London to gorilla trekking in Uganda (with a few stops in professional football along the way).  We discuss everything from his unconventional views on good coaching to becoming self-aware at a young age, learning from failure, navigating politics on social media and even the experience of going to the same high school as Harry Potter (aka Daniel Radcliffe).  Connect with Jack: Via Instagram: @j_crawford58  Throughout the episode Jack talks about the value of having great mentors throughout his career. That’s exactly what we’ve created with the Coalition; If you’re in search of a think tank or place where you can share ideas with other leaders, get real feedback and learn to grow personally and professionally, check out artofcoaching.com/coalition .  This is a community we only run twice a year and applications for the next round start now! Come join us and get a professional community, clarity focused on community and building momentum. artofcoaching.com/coalition Upcoming live events:  Speaker School - May 28th - Atlanta, GA Apprenticeship - August 13-14th - Sacramento, CA Apprenticeship - August 27-28th - Denver, CO Today’s episode is brought to you by  Dynamic Fitness & Strength.   Dynamic  is our title sponsor and our go-to equipment guys. If you need anything for your home or full-sized gym- they offer the most affordable, customizable, durable equipment on the market.

Mon, May 02, 2022

E220 | Kim Scott: Just Work

What would we be able to accomplish if our teams, cultures and companies encouraged people to give each other feedback with radical candor, speak up when wronged and challenge colleagues and supervisors to think differently? What would happen if we were able to recognize, attack and eliminate workplace injustice and “ just work” ?    On today’s episode we talk to Kim Scott, author of Just Work: Get *t Done Fast and Fair as well as Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity. Kim co-founded two companies that help organizations put the ideas in her books into practice. She’s also been a CEO coach at Dropbox, Qualtrics, Twitter, and other tech companies and held leadership roles at Apple and Google. Earlier in her career she managed a pediatric clinic in Kosovo and started a diamond-cutting factory in Moscow.   We discuss:  How to give and receive difficult feedback  Best hiring practices (how to set checks and balances) Using improv as a way to scenario plan for hard conversations When and why it’s okay to get communication wrong   Connect with Kim: Via her books: Radical Candor & Just Work  Via Instagram: @kimmalonescott   Via Twitter: @kimballscott Via her website: https://kimmalonescott.com/just-work   Despite her international acclaim for work in these areas, Kim agrees these skills can’t be learned by just reading her books. Like any leadership or interpersonal skills, they must be practiced in real time in the presence of others.    That’s why we created The Apprenticeship communication workshop- so coaches and leaders could be around people from different backgrounds and professions, step outside of their own environment and get reps giving and getting feedback and having hard conversations. Check out our upcoming events at artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship .    Support for today’s episode comes from Dynamic Fitness & Strength . Dynamic offers the highest quality strength and conditioning equipment designed just for you, your space and your budget. Whether you’re looking to o

Mon, April 25, 2022

E219 | Strategies for Getting Your Best Ideas Out of Your Head & Into the World

We’ve all had what we thought was a great idea: a new invention that’ll make us millions, the perfect scheme to get back at our petty neighbor, the solution to end world hunger…    Okay maybe nothing that grand, but you get the point; There are hundreds of ideas that play bumper cars in our minds on a daily basis.  And yet, the majority of these ideas stay there, rotting away because we lack the tools to put them out into the world and/or confidence to ensure they survive first contact with the “enemy” (which is often ourselves).  Today’s episode is chock full of tools / strategies to help you get your best ideas out of your head and into the world. We’ll cover:  What to do if you can’t think of any good ideas Essential questions to ask before moving forward with an idea Mind Mapping: populating, connecting & Sorting and pressure testing Brainstorming: rules of engagement  This episode is brought to you by The Art of Coaching Speaking School: Whether you’re pitching investors for more money, asking supervisors for a raise, presenting at a national conference or coaxing your kids to bed, your ability to refine a message, understand your audience and deliver information in a way that will not only captivate but move them to action is one of the most important skills you can cultivate. We’re keeping this event small and intimate to facilitate practice, repetition and feedback. Spots and limited and going fast-  Check out artofcoaching.com/speaker for more details. Today’s episode is also brought to you by  Dynamic Fitness & Strength.   Dynamic  is our title sponsor and our go-to equipment guys. If you need anything for your home or full-sized gym- they offer the most affordable, customizable, durable equipment on the market.

Mon, April 18, 2022

E218 | Dr. Wendy Wood: The Truth About Habits

With how highly they’re touted, you’d think we know everything we need to know about habits and routines; But much of what we’ve heard or read about creating, sustaining and breaking them is pop-psychology, anecdote or trend- not rooted in science.    On today’s episode, we talk to one of the world’s leading experts on behavior change and habits: Dr. Wendy Wood. We get her take on what it really takes to form lasting ones, what to do when life gets in the way, and how to get rid of bad habits.    Dr. Wood is the Provost Professor of Psychology and Business at the University of Southern California and author of the book, Good Habits, Bad Habits . She has spent the last 30 years studying the challenges of changing behavior, especially how we form habits and why our habits are so difficult to change.   Connect with Dr. Wood: Twitter: @profwendywood  Linkedin: Wendy Wood   Instagram: @ProfWendyWood   When it comes to public speaking, bad habits can be hard to break. Whether you get nervous before a big presentation, stutter in big moments or lose your train of thought in front of a crowd, we have a workshop just for you!    The Art of Coaching Speaker School is a place to build great new habits, get feedback and craft a message that comes across clearly every time. Only a few spots remain for our next workshop- May 28-29th!   Check out all of our mentorship options at artofcoaching.com/mentoring   Today’s episode is brought to you by our loyal partners Dynamic Fitness & Strength + Momentous !    Dynamic is our go-to equipment partner. Fully customizable and manufactured in the heartland of America- if you’re looking to outfit your home gym or weight room visit mydynamicfitness.com to get started. Tell them Brett and the Art of Coaching Team sent you! Speaking of achieving performance, recovery and health at the highest level, we’d be remiss not to mention our greatest partner in the space- Mom

Mon, April 11, 2022

E217 | People Watching 101: The 15 Types of People You’ll See at the Airport

There are some seriously interesting people at the airport... You know them, you’ve seen them, hey maybe you are them! From Security Gate Suzy to Food Court Freddie, on today’s episode we’re breaking down the magical creatures you’re bound to spot during your next trip.  And don’t worry, today’s show isn't meant to be  serious, we’re just having fun. So sit back, relax and enjoy some good natured laughs in the form of commentary on hilarious (and annoying) airport archetypes.  And if you aren’t sure what we are talking about- you will soon!  While you’re here, do us a favor and leave us a review on iTunes, or send us a question or comment; we LOVE hearing from you!  Today’s episode was brought to you by LMNT, Dynamic Fitness & Strength and DFND-  DFND : As our official compression partner, DFND is engineered to help anyone who loves to train and compete go harder longer, recover quicker, and get better faster. Their first line of compression wear was tested on special forces trainees under the harshest training conditions in the world, but now they’re worn by athletes at all levels and anyone serious about performance. Use code: AOC20 to get 20% off your order.  Dynamic Fitness & Strength:   Dynamic  offers the highest quality strength and conditioning equipment designed just for you, your space and your budget. Whether you’re looking to outfit your college, high school or professional gym or even just your garage, check out our friends at  Dynamic  and tell them Team AoC sent you!   LMNT : With no sugar and no additives, LMNT is how I manage to maintain my voice when speaking for 16 hours and traveling every other weekend of the year. Right now, they are offering you a free 8-flavor sample pack (just pay $5 shipping) if you go to drinkLMNT.com/aoc !

Mon, April 04, 2022

E216 | How to Ensure Your Audience Connects With Your Message

Taking time to do comprehensive audience research before speaking is the single greatest way to ensure our message comes across the way we want.    …And yet hardly any of us will do this thoroughly enough to make a real difference.    But we only get one chance to make a first impression and when people are trusting us with their time, money and attention- we have a responsibility to honor them at the highest level.   On today’s episode, we’ll cover the essential questions you MUST ask yourself (and your host) before you ever step in front of a group, including:   🔑Who will be in the room? 🔑What are they giving up to be there? 🔑What's in it for them? 🔑How will they be able to apply what you say?   When you’re ready to learn other crucial tips, tricks and strategies for winning over your audience and nailing your messaging, join us at Speaker School.   Only a few spots left for our May 28-29th workshop!   References from the episode:  Episode 202: Why Facts & Logic Don’t Change Our Minds Episode 205: Strategies For Becoming A Memorable & Dynamic Speaker Brett’s Speaking Form     Today’s episode was brought to you by two of our most loyal sponsors.    Momentous : As our longest standing partner, Momentous has always been my go to protein and sleep supplement. All NSF approved, these are the cleanest and best tasting performance supplements in the game. Use code BRETT25 for 25% off your first order!   Dynamic Fitness & Strength : If you’re in the market for affordable, customizable equipment with customer service that won’t be beat, these are your guys. Their team has over 160 years of coaching experience so they obviously know what coaches and athletes want / need; When you’re ready to build that dream facility, or just upgrade your home gym head to mydynamicfitness.com and tell them the Art of Coaching Team sent you.

Mon, March 28, 2022

E215 | Joel Sanders: Leveraging a Difficult Past to Be a Better Parent, Coach & Mentor

As we mature into adults, we become a smorgasbord of the good, bad and ugly experiences we endure growing up; Each has a hand in shaping who we become as leaders, coaches, parents, teachers, mentors, and friends.  But regardless of where we begin, the decision to either re-write these narratives or succumb to their self-fulfilling prophecy is the most important one we can make in our development. How will who I grew up as, define who I am going forward?  In today’s episode we hear from Coach Joel Sanders, a strength & conditioning coach at EXOS about how his upbringing shaped who he decided to be as a coach, parent and mentor.  In addition to being a parent of 5, Joel has mentored hundreds of strength and conditioning interns over the last 15 years and has had his work featured in Men's Health Mag, Women's Health Magazine, Men's Fitness, & Men's Journal.  We cover: The importance of choosing the right life partner  5 key principles for mentoring or developing interns Parenting in the modern world (lessons from 5 kids) Re-writing a family history and leveraging your story & struggle  Connect with Joel:  Via instagram: @coachjoelsanders Via twitter: @coachjoelsanders If you haven’t already heard, we’re running a 30 Day Conscious Coaching Challenge - starting April 1st, 2022! This is 30 days of exclusive & essential content, direct access to our team, accountability from a group of coaches and leaders, PDF printouts & assignments, AoC gear and swag and a private online community. It’s only $99 and spots are filling up! Go to artofcoaching.com/challenge for more! Today’s episode is brought to you by Dynamic Fitness & Strength and Momentous . Dynamic is our title sponsor and our go-to equipment guys. If you need anything for your home or full-sized gym- they offer the most affordable, customizable, durable equipment on the market.  Momentous is our oldest partner, but they are STILL improving their product. If you are looking for the best tasting and cle

Mon, March 21, 2022

E214 | Why Great Leaders Shouldn’t Worry About Being Liked

Welcome to 2022- where positivity is trendy, motivational quotes plaster coffee shop walls and the “self-help” and “leadership” sections of bookstores have become one.    This may be the norm, but it’s not productive for society.    In our messy world, reducing complex human behavior and leadership to clichés and black & white thinking can be both dangerous and ineffective.    True leadership requires authenticity- acting in accordance with one’s true self. A leader who is worried about being liked will not make decisions in the best interest of those they lead and/or risk burnout.    On today’s episode we discuss: Why you shouldn’t worry about being liked The  evolutionary & psychological origins of “likeability” What we can do to work through the likeability obstacle How wanting to to be liked leads to burnout & other disastrous outcomes   Part of developing and sharing your authentic self comes from knowing how to communicate effectively. Join The Conscious Coaching Challenge : 30 Days of communication material, challenges, access to our team, weekly Zoom Q&A’s and giveaways! Starting SOON!    As you heard mentioned on today’s episode: understanding someone’s drives is a CRUCIAL part of understanding how to lead them. Take the Drives Quiz here .    Finally, shoutout to the sponsors of today’s episode: Dynamic Fitness & Strength and Momentous. Dynamic is our title sponsor and our go-to equipment guys. If you need anything for your home or full-sized gym- they offer the most affordable, customizable, durable equipment on the market.  Momentous is our oldest partner, but they are STILL improving their product. If you are looking for the best tasting and cleanest protein out there, look no further. Code: BRETT25 gets you 25% off your first order!

Mon, March 14, 2022

E213 | UFC Bantamweight Champion Julianna Peña: Being Coachable & Capitalizing on the Moment

It’s not everyday we get to welcome a world champion to our show- let alone one willing to dive into the weeds on everything from building a brand to standing up for yourself when no one else will.  Julianna Peña is the reigning UFC Bantamweight Champion and ESPN’s 2021 Female Fighter of The Year (among MANY other awards). Her victory over Amanda Nunes has been called one of the greatest upsets in all of sport and today she joins us from Las Vegas where she’s (at the time of the recording) filming The Ultimate Fighter (TV show) and training to defend her title.  On today’s episode we cover: Cutting through the B.S and building a trustworthy team around you  How to craft an authentic brand & lasting legacy in today’s world The difference between liking & respecting opponents and coaches Why / how to stand up for yourself even when no one’s with you As Julianna mentioned in this episode, building your brand isn’t just about getting your name and face in front of more people- it’s about building relationships with those who follow you and creating a legacy and reputation that will stand strong even when you’re gone.  That’s precisely what we want to help you do at our Brand Builder workshop . This is the final call and we only have a few spots left! Check out Artofcoaching.com/brand for more information! Connect with Julianna: Via instagram: @venezuelanvixen Via Twitter: @venezuelanvixen  Today’s episode is also brought to you by our partners: DFND : As our official compression partner, DFND is engineered to help everyone who loves to train and compete go harder longer, recover quicker, and get better faster. Their first line of compression wear was tested on special forces trainees under the harshest training conditions in the world, but now they’re worn by athletes at all levels and anyone serious about performance. Use code: AOC20 to get 20% off your order.  Dynamic Fitness & Strength : If you’re in the market for affordable, customizable equipment with customer service that won’t be beat, these are your guys. Their team has over 160 years of coaching experience so they obviously know what coaches and athletes want / need; When you’re ready to build that dream facility, or just upgrade your home gym head to mydynamicfitness.com and tell them the Art of Coaching Team sent

Mon, March 07, 2022

E212 | The Real Reason People Don’t Invest In Themselves Like They Should

None of us have an abundance of both time AND money. So why do some people invest in themselves while others fall back on the same excuses over and over again?  It’s simple- for those that don’t invest, either they don’t believe in a particular brand, the product or their own ability to put it to use. For those that do, it comes down to understanding and appreciating the long game. Those who invest up front get the greatest returns.  Don’t believe me? Keep buying cheap appliances and furniture your whole life.  In this short episode, I’ll cover: The reasons you should invest your own money and not rely on your school or employer to reimburse you How to reframe thinking about investing in yourself  Ways to ensure your investments pay massive dividends for your future If you are ready to invest in yourself and / or diversify your investments, we have many options that will double, even triple what you put in financially.  One of the newest in person workshops we offer is our speaker school. No matter your experience- come grow your confidence, gain guidance and get clarity. It’s not about being perfect, it’s about finding YOUR voice.  Check out artofcoaching.com/speaker now! we’re capping this event at only 20 people and our next one is coming up in May!  —------ Today’s episode is brought to you by our official hydration partner, LMNT .  At Art of Coaching, we’re obsessed with simple things done savagely well. When it comes to making water taste better and staying hydrated before speaking and after coaching sessions, LMNT is my GO-TO. Get your own sample pack for FREE (only pay $5 for shipping). DrinkLMNT.com/aoc Support for today’s episode also comes from  Dynamic Fitness & Strength . Dynamic offers the highest quality strength and conditioning equipment designed just for you, your space and your budget. Whether you’re looking to outfit your college, high school or professional gym or even just your garage, check out our friends at  Dynamic  and tell them Team AoC sent you!

Mon, February 28, 2022

E211 | Andrew Leslie & Anton Fero: Bringing Design Thinking to Entrepreneurship

More often than not, our brilliant ideas are stymied because we lack the skills to properly think through them and take the first step; We get stuck. How do I put this into words and get it out of my head? How do I communicate this in a way that will allow others to share my vision? How should this look or feel or function? Will this even work? And what happens if it does? On today’s episode, we’re joined by a team of innovators who help people realize and capture their creativity in a way that allows them to share it with the world.  With an education and background in Design Thinking, Andrew Leslie worked for 8 years in innovation strategy for numerous fortune 500 companies- traveling the world helping brands forecast, create and innovate. Anton Fero, his business partner, was both in the performing arts and built a faith based community as a pastor before turning a garage gym into a multi-million dollar facility.  During the pandemic they joined forces to rethink the functionality of the gym and began their own business and coaching consulting business, Comn .  On today’s episode we cover:  How to apply design thinking to any business or idea The two biggest mistakes we make when creating something new & how to avoid them Why it’s essential to have skin in the game & the ROI of hiring your own coach The essential tools for building a business that lasts Get in touch with Andrew & Anton: Via Instagram: @comncollective Via their website: comncollective.com Via their gym: bluehousefitness.com You probably heard on today’s episode that we are launching a 30-DAY CHALLENGE . This is a brand new program designed to teach and help you apply the most important communication and interpersonal skills to your everyday life. Through a dedicated online community, PDF printouts, community and individual challenges and direct access to our team, learn more about the April challenge HERE . As for the sponsors of today’s show:  DFND : As our official compression partner, DFND is engineered to help everyone who loves to train and compete go harder longer, recover quicker, and get better faster. Their first line of compression wear was tested on special forces trainees under the harshest training conditions in the world, but now they’re worn by a

Mon, February 21, 2022

E210 | Assertiveness: How to Ask for What You Want and Get What You Need

Assertiveness is key to getting what we want and/or need, but getting it wrong can cost us tremendously… “When we push too hard, or in an ineffective way, our counterparts may resist giving us the material outcomes we want or our relationships might fray. When we do not push hard enough, we fail to have our own needs met and risk undermining our own well‐being.” (Ames, 2008) So what do we do when we rely on assertion to get to our desired outcome but each person we interact with will define, interpret and react to it differently? On today’s episode we break down: What is assertiveness and how does it differ from aggressiveness? How can we properly align our assertive behavior with the situation? The bright side of assertiveness we’ve been neglecting  What (if any) is the difference in assertiveness for females vs. males? Tactics and strategies for being more assertive Speaking of assertiveness… We’ve been getting a lot of questions recently about how to improve communication in personal relationships. While much of what we share pertains to improving our professional communication skills, all of these same tactics can and should be applied at home.  If you want a place to practice having a hard conversation with your parents, negotiating with your kids or even just relating better to your spouse, come to our Apprenticeship communication workshops- our next one is in Des Moines, Iowa (April 9-10th) . You can also check out where else we’ll be going by going to artofcoaching.com/events Today’s episode is brought to you by two of our partners:  Dynamic Fitness & Strength : If you’re in the market for affordable, customizable equipment with customer service that won’t be beat, these are your guys. Their team has over 160 years of coaching experience so they obviously know what coaches and athletes want / need; When you’re ready to build that dream facility, or just upgrade your home gym head to mydynamicfitness.com and tell them the Art of Coaching Team sent you.  VersaClimber : Some people might have a love-hate relationship with these guys but we have a LOVE-LOVE relationship with them. No matter the type of athlete, when it comes to low impact, full body conditioning- there’s not a more efficient piece of equipment out there. Make sure to check them out at versaclimber.com and again, tell them we sent you!

Mon, February 14, 2022

E209 | Lacey Jai Henderson: Beating Cancer, Betting On Yourself & Re-Defining Disability

We like to say meanings are in people, not in words.   That statement never seemed more true than in reference to today’s guest, Lacey Jai Henderson. After losing her leg to Synovial Sarcoma at 9, Lacey has worked to rewrite the script for people living with disability everywhere.  Following a Division I athletic scholarship for cheerleading, Lacey started competing in Paralympic Track and Field. Through a long journey of therapy, finding resilience and a lot of time on the track, she became an American Record Holder and a Rio Paralympian. In addition to working as a disability advocate, Lacey is getting her Master's in Sport and Performance Psychology and pursuing her CMPC certification while still training full time for paralympic track and field. We cover:  Maneuvering life changing and/or impossibly hard conversations  How to use/approach ever-changing terminology with adaptive/disabled individuals Discovering underlying drives and communicating your preferred coaching style Why a dark sense of humor can become an important survival technique  Connect with Lacey: Via her podcast: Picked Last in Gym Class  Via her social media: @laceyisyourfriend (IG), @laceyisyourfriend (Twitter) Via her website: https://laceyjhenderson.com/ And a big shout out to the sponsor of today’s episode LMNT. LMNT is our go-to hydration product. With no sugar and no additives, LMNT is how I manage to maintain my voice when speaking for 16 hours and traveling every other weekend of the year. Right now, they are offering you a free 8-flavor sample pack (just pay $5 shipping) if you go to drinkLMNT.com/aoc ! Support for today’s episode also comes from  Dynamic Fitness & Strength . Dynamic offers the highest quality strength and conditioning equipment designed just for you, your space and your budget. Whether you’re looking to outfit your college, high school or professional gym or even just your garage, check out our friends at  Dynamic  and tell them Team AoC sent you! We all know public speaking is one of the biggest fears people have; “What would I talk about?” “What if people don’t care?”, “How do I select my approach?” Let us give you confidence, clarity and a community of other people who can help you figure th

Mon, February 07, 2022

E208 | Robert Greene: Mastering Human Nature & Facing Your Flaws

“True genius, in strategy or anywhere, lies in self-control, self-mastery, presence of mind, and fluidity of thought.” - Robert Greene  When it comes to the study of human nature, power dynamics and social intelligence, there’s perhaps no one more knowledgeable than Robert Greene.  Collectively, his 7 (soon to be 8) books have sold more than 20 million copies, and along the way he’s consulted countless world leaders, athletes, politicians and celebrities.  By scouring human history to understand patterns of behavior, he’s developed the unique ability to take incredibly complex and rich subject matter and whittle it down to key learnings that are relatable, tactical and applicable.   In this interview, we ask Robert what role communication, self-awareness and social intelligence played in not only his own life but also the historical figures he has dedicated his life to studying.  We cover: Tips for navigating the messiness of the human condition  Behind the scenes of his new book, The Law of The Sublime   Applying higher level strategy in sports and business  The critical communication skill every coach must prioritize  How our obsession with technology impacts our communication   Connect with Robert Greene:  Via his website / buy his books: https://www.robertgreene.co/ Via his social media: https://linktr.ee/Robertgreene In this episode, you heard Brett and Robert talk about our live 2 day communication workshop - The Apprenticeship . If you’ve ever wanted to see how you come across to others, learn how to ethically influence people, navigate power dynamics and develop a strategy or approach for solving conflict or having hard conversations- join us! You can find more information and upcoming dates/locations HERE .  Also, if you want to download a FREE personal finance guide & interview with my father (a financial advisor of 40 years), go to artofcoaching.com/money . We cover the foundations of investing, saving, debt, credit and more!  We’d also like to thank our sponsors for this episode - Dynamic Fitness and Strength & Momentous . If you’re in the market for the most customizable and affordable gym equipment- tell our guys at Dynamic we sent you. If you’d like cleanest and best tasting protein and supplements on the market, use code BRETT25 at checkout!

Mon, January 31, 2022

E207 | How Perception Impacts Communication & Relationships

Truly objective perception isn’t just difficult, it’s nearly impossible. That means everyday, despite your best efforts, people will interpret your actions, words, and behaviors differently than you intended.  It’s the same reason why there are Michelin star restaurants certain people love and others hate; Nobel prize winners some revere and others think are a hack.  While we can’t control people’s perceptions, the more we understand them, the more we can influence them…  Today’s episode is all about acknowledging and appreciating the multitude of factors that affect perception so we can bridge the gap with our communication and work to prevent unnecessary misunderstandings.  We cover: The 8+ variables affecting perception & how to identify them The ONLY tool that can help bridge a perceptual gap   The Better Than Average Effect + Theory of Mind: why they matter Two ESSENTIAL questions to ask when you’ve been misunderstood  As mentioned in this episode, if you’re looking for more reading on perception, check out this previously redacted article: Mokusatsu: One Word, Two Meanings . And If you’ve made it this far, let’s give a huge shoutout to our incredible sponsors and upcoming events!  Dynamic Fitness & Strength is our premier sponsor and go-to supplier of strength equipment. Not only do they have custom options, the fastest turnaround times and most affordable packages, they waste the least amount of material of any equipment company out there. Reach out to them at Mydynamicfitness.com and tell them the AoC team sent you! To support our other sponsors- Momentous, VersaClimber, LMNT, SAGA, & Ice Barrel check out their unique offers for the AoC community at artofcoaching.com/partners. As for what we have coming up!  1. Brand Builder Workshop - If you’ve ever wanted to create something of your own, or have ever thought: “How can I help more people?”- this 2 day workshop is for you. Your brand isn’t about selling something, it’s about refining how you relate to others. Join us March 19-20th, 2022 and let us help you make a difference by scaling your voice, increasing your impact and getting your message out. Visit artofcoaching.com/brand for more information.  2. Speaker School - We all know public speaking is one the bigge

Mon, January 24, 2022

E206 | How to Tell Your Partner You Want to Quit Your Job

You’ve been fantasizing about quitting or changing jobs for months and now you’re ready; Making that leap doesn’t scare you, it excites you. The thought of creating something from nothing or joining a team that’s building something from the ground up has driven you to go from fantasizing to finally pulling the trigger. But there is one thing about quitting the job that puts butterflies in your stomach and gives you pause… Convincing your spouse that now is the time.  In today's episode, we’ll break down this uncomfortable conversation and give you a simple framework so you can have a more productive discussion with your partner.  Liz, Brett’s wife, also joins the podcast and interjects her real-life feelings and experiences from when Brett had this conversation with her.   You’ll learn: How to formulate the conversation to relate to your spouse's experiences  How to time the conversation so it doesn’t come as a surprise to your spouse  Why you can’t simply explain your way through this conversation  As a bonus at the end of this episode, Brett and Liz use role playing to practice one permutation of this conversation so you can see how the conversation might play out. Quick shout-out to our podcast partner LMNT. LMNT is our go-to hydration product. With no sugar and no additives, LMNT is how I manage to maintain my voice when speaking for 16 hours and traveling every other weekend of the year. Right now, they are offering you a free 8-flavor sample pack (just pay $5 shipping) if you go to drinkLMNT.com/aoc ! Today’s episode is also brought to you by  Dynamic Fitness & Strength .  Dynamic  is our title sponsor and our go-to equipment guys. If you need anything for your home or full-sized gym- they offer the most affordable, customizable, durable equipment on the market. Also our partner Momentous : For those looking for the cleanest, best tasting protein and supplements on the market, Momentous is my choice. Their products are for athletes as well as individuals who just want to ensure they are getting enough protein in their diet. Code: BRETT25 gets you 25% off your first order.  Finally, we are hosting a brand new event, the Art of Coaching Speaker School this May (28-29th) in Atlanta GA. If you’re interested in improving your speaking skill for any situation or capacity, this is the place to do it. We’ll be breaking down how to create a powerful message, how to tailor it to a specific audience and make sure it’s not only heard, but understood. Check out <a href='

Mon, January 17, 2022

E205 | Strategies for Becoming a Memorable & Dynamic Speaker

I can almost guarantee that at some point in your life, you’ll need or want to speak persuasively to a group of people.  Perhaps you’re pitching investors for more money, asking supervisors for a raise, presenting at a national conference or coaxing your kids to bed.  Regardless of the situation, your ability to refine a message, understand your audience and deliver information in a way that will not only captivate but move them to action is one of the most important skills you can have in your toolbox.  On today’s episode, Brett and Ali will share their best strategies for finding your voice, understanding your audience and clarifying that message so that you can confidently make the impact you seek. You’ll learn:  The 6 questions you need to ask yourself about before you deliver any talk  The 3 tips to grabbing your audience's attention and holding it throughout  The 1 thing easily forgotten in a talk that will limit the impact you desire  Speaking of speaking… We have some EXCITING NEWS! If you’d like help with any of the things mentioned in this episode including but not limited to refining your message, building your speaking skill or gaining confidence… We'd like to introduce you to our brand new SPEAKING SCHOOL.  Go to artofcoaching.com/ speaker for information and to sign up for our FIRST event! We’d also like to formally introduce our newest podcast partner- Dynamic Fitness and Strength!  Dynamic is Brett’s go-to strength equipment manufacturer. Dynamic’s equipment is fully customizable, designed just for you and your team, and made in the heartland of America. If you are looking to outfit your home gym or weight room visit mydynamicfitness.com to get started. Tell them Brett and the Art of Coaching Team sent you.

Mon, January 10, 2022

E204 | Amira Mansour: Starting Your Own Coaching Business & Managing the Voice in Your Head

It’s easy to let circumstances and self-doubt get in the way of our desires. But it’s not just our desires at risk- self doubt could be holding us back from creating change, advancing in our career or worse, getting in the way of our relationships. Today’s guest Amira Mansour helps us understand that to create change you don’t have to get rid of the negative voice inside your head but rather recognize and reframe our thinking before it gets louder.  Amira is a communication coach and conflict expert based in the UK who obtained her law degree and spent the first 12 years of her professional life in the corporate world before making the jump to starting her own coaching business.  Like many coaches, Amira found her calling because of the adversities she’s had to overcome.   In this episode we discuss: How going out on your own starts with a conversation with yourself  Creating self-value from negative self-talk Impostor syndrome: How you can be the expert but still have something to work on  And much more… Connect with Amira: Via Instagram: @the_communicationexpert Quick shout-out to our podcast partner LMNT. LMNT is our go-to hydration product. With no sugar and no additives, LMNT is how I manage to maintain my voice when speaking for 16 hours and traveling every other weekend of the year. Right now, they are offering you a free 8-flavor sample pack (just pay $5 shipping) if you go to drinkLMNT.com/aoc ! Want to learn how to build, communicate or scale your brand? Whether you are thinking about making the leap and starting your own business, have been building for years and need help taking the next step or just want to clarify what it is you do and why it is people come to you, check out our live Brand Builder workshop! If you’ve gotten value from the Art of Coaching Podcast we’d love for you to spread that with others. Share the podcast with someone who would benefit from listening. Leave a review. Or donate and become an Art of Coaching Podcast Patron!  Any amount truly does help and every cent goes back into running the podcast. artofcoaching.com/podcast/patron/ Support for today’s episode also comes from  Dynamic Fitness & Strength . Dynamic offers the highest quality strength and conditioning equipment designed just for you, your space and your budget. Whether you’re looking to outfit your college, high school or professional gym or even just your garage, check out o

Mon, January 03, 2022

E203 | 3 Tips for a More Successful 2022

The new year is here, and traditionally it’s the time we create new goals and set new standards for ourselves. But you know what ends up happening… February rolls around and we lose focus or forget about what we originally set out to accomplish.  Let’s not drop the ball in 2022.  This episode is quick and delivers immediately. If you’re the self-competitive type who is never satisfied with your work or someone looking to create even the smallest edge this year, you do not want to miss these three tips for having a successful year. We’ll be honest, they aren’t groundbreaking but you’ll be hard-pressed to find better advice that you can put into action immediately. In this episode, you’ll also learn: How to lay bricks and make every moment count  How to invest in yourself so you minimize big loss How to ask for help the right way  LINKS TO FREE GUIDES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE  How To Reach Out to A Mentor:  https://artofcoaching.com/findamentor/ Advice for Aspiring Coaches https://brettbartholomew.net/careerquestions/ Upcoming Live Events: https://artofcoaching.com/events Want to Get In Touch With Us? https://artofcoaching.com/contact-us/ Quick shout-out to our podcast partner Momentous : For those looking for the cleanest, best tasting protein and supplements on the market, Momentous is my choice. Their products are for athletes as well as individuals who just want to ensure they are getting enough protein in their diet. Code: BRETT25 gets you 25% off your first order. Support for today’s episode also comes from  Dynamic Fitness & Strength . Dynamic offers the highest quality strength and conditioning equipment designed just for you, your space and your budget. Whether you’re looking to outfit your college, high school or professional gym or even just your garage, check out our friends at  Dynamic  and tell them Team AoC sent you!

Mon, December 27, 2021

E202 | Why Facts and Logic Don’t Change Our Minds

Why would someone continue to believe a false or inaccurate idea when you are presenting them with plenty of facts and logic? You could not have presented your points more clearly! Your rationale is sound but perhaps it’s not the lack of supporting evidence failing to shift their point of view, but rather how you presented it… On today’s episode, Brett is joined by Ali Kershner in-studio for a deep dive into the tactics that will help you get your point across more effectively and give you the best chance to change their behavior.  Grab a pen and a notebook because this episode is hands-on and loaded with tactical information and strategies you can implement at work, home and anywhere you deal with people.   You'll learn: How to identify the areas you’re stubborn in and need to change The different types of persuasion and the impact of each How time can impact a person's decision making  Gaining perspective through role playing The tactics and strategies behind our popular online courses and in person events that you can use to relate to the drive of the individual you are trying to convince  Right now I’m offering signed and personalized copies of my book, Conscious Coaching for just $10 (50% off the Amazon price). Go to artofcoaching.com/book to get yours (supplies are limited)! Quick shout-out to our podcast partner LMNT. LMNT is our go-to hydration product. With no sugar and no additives, LMNT is how I manage to maintain my voice when speaking for 16 hours and traveling every other weekend of the year. Right now, they are offering you a free 8-flavor sample pack (just pay $5 shipping) if you go to drinkLMNT.com/aoc ! You can see the full list of Art of Coaching Sponsors and find exclusive offers from each at https://artofcoaching.com/partners/

Mon, December 20, 2021

E201 | How to Reach Out to Someone You Respect and Admire

You’ve been sitting on this draft for months. You want to hit send, but now you’re second guessing yourself… Why does reaching out to someone you respect and admire have to feel so awkward?  Maybe you’re asking for a job and you’re afraid you’ll get turned down and the relationship will suffer as a result.  Maybe you're reaching out to someone who has the job of your dreams and you want insight on how they got there, but you don’t want to inconvenience them with trivial questions.   Either way, you’ll leave this episode with confidence to not only send the email but assurance that you crafted a clear, concise message that the person you're reaching out to will respect you for.  In this episode: How to do your research prior to writing the email How to create a clear ask so your message is unmistakable How to choose the appropriate medium: email, phone, text, etc.  The 3 things the person you reach out to wants to hear A sample email you can use a template for your next introduction  Right now I’m offering signed and personalized copies of my book, Conscious Coaching for just $10 (50% off the Amazon price). Go to artofcoaching.com/book to get yours (supplies are limited)! Also, be sure to check out our new gift guide at artofcoaching.com/shop - included are new t-shirts, sweats, beanies, mugs and even some graphic tees. If you’re still gift hunting, these are perfect for any coach or leader.  Quick shout-out to our podcast partners: LMNT, Momentous, VersaClimber, and SAGA. Supporting them supports us and allows us to continue bringing you this content for FREE! LMNT : Our go-to on-the-go hydration product. With no sugar and no additives, LMNT is how I stay hydrated when training in the Georgia heat and traveling every other weekend. LMNT is offering you a free pack at DrinkLMNT.com/AOC - give them a try and let us know what you think! (Watermelon salt is my favorite). Momentous : For those looking for the cleanest, best tasting protein and supplements on the market, Momentous is my choice. Their products are for athletes as well as individuals who just want to ensure they are getting enough protein in their diet. Code: BRETT25 gets you 25% off your first order.  VersaClimber : For the most efficient, difficult, low-impact workout you’ll ever experience, you need a VersaClimber. This will forever be a staple in my home gym. Tell them Brett sent you! <a hr

Mon, December 13, 2021

E200 | What to Do When Trying to Help Makes Things Worse

It’s a frustrating situation. You’re going out of your way to help someone out and it’s just not taking. You can’t get through to them. They don’t want to listen. You might even feel like your attempt to help has made the situation worse. What gives!? Help me, help you. Help me…Help you!  You might be surprised to hear that maybe you’re the problem.  In this short, digestible, actionable episode I cover the strategies and tools necessary for you to gain clarity of the situation so that you can create buy-in and have the impact you’re looking for. Including: The most likely reasons you’re probably not getting across to someone  8 questions you should ask yourself before diving into problem solving mode The ONE thing you must have in order to help someone effectively Defining social agility and strategies to improve it  Right now I’m offering signed and personalized copies of my book, Conscious Coaching for just $10 (50% off the Amazon price). Go to artofcoaching.com/book to get yours (supplies are limited)! Also, be sure to check out our new gift guide at artofcoaching.com/shop - included are new t-shirts, sweats, beanies, mugs and even some graphic tees. If you’re still gift hunting, these are perfect for any coach or leader.  Only THREE spots remain at our NY/NJ Apprenticeship, January 22-23, 2022! Click here to get yours today! Finally, a big shoutout to our sponsors. LMNT is offering a FREE sample pack of 8 flavors (just pay $5 shipping). Head to DrinkLMNT.com/AOC to claim yours. To get all of our partner discounts for Momentous, SAGA, VersaClimber, DFND and Ice Barrel, click here to learn more.

Mon, December 06, 2021

E199 | Cliché Advice You Should Rethink or Ignore

These days there’s no shortage of well-meaning leadership, relationship, and financial advice. It seems at every turn we’re reminded, “Winners never quit”, “Do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life”, and “You have two ears and one mouth for a reason”.  ...And while some sound pleasantly helpful, there are times this guidance is total B.S.  On today’s show we take a stab at debunking and/or playing devil’s advocate with some of the cliché advice we blindly accept so we can better decide what’s worth following, what’s worth ignoring and what just needs an update? Get ready, hot takes aplenty in this one! Reminder: Don’t miss your chance to: Save $200 on our Austin, TX Apprenticeshi p (March 12-13th, 2022). Prices go up DECEMBER 12th. Save $300(!!) on our Brand Builder worksho p (March 18-19th, 2022). Prices go up DECEMBER 18th. Welcome our new partner LMNT ! If you’re in the market for a hydration product that actually tastes good, is free of sugar and all natural- Go to DrinkLMNT.com/AOC for a free travel pack!  Finally, thank you to our good friends at Momentous for always supporting us and helping us keep this podcast free from the beginning. Whether you’re an active person just looking to get your protein intake up, or you’re an elite athlete- they have the best tasting and cleanest supplements in the game. Go to livemomentous.com and use code: BRETT25 for 25% off your first order.

Mon, November 29, 2021

E198 | CPT. Anna Zamora: How to Overcome Resistance to Change

The most dangerous phrase in any organization is “because that’s how we’ve always done it”.  It’s the utterance of those scared of change, unwilling to think laterally, and clinging desperately to their comfort zone. Any true leader knows that in today’s rapidly evolving world, those who last will be those who adapt- plain and simple.  As hard as change may be, imagine trying to implement it at the ground level of an organization steeped in tradition and hierarchy like the Army. That’s what today’s guest Captain Anna Zamora is trying to do; Not only has she been tasked with implementing a new culture surrounding soldier health and wellness, she has had to prove the viability of the program to those around her and above her.  Captain Anna Zamora was a D1 strength coach from 2010-2020 with stops at Duke, Yale, UConn, Penn State, and DePaul. She’s been a member of the Army National Guard since 2010 and is currently a CPT of medical services and National Guard Director H2F at the National Guard Bureau in Arlington, VA. *You can find the rest of her bio below* We cover: Navigating micropolitics, power dynamics and stakeholders at work How to promote change & influence senior leadership in your organization A breakdown of how to design and use role-playing drills (and a live example!) Strategies to make your first 100 days at a new job more successful Connect with Captain Zamora: Via Instagram: @aaliciaz Also check out: The Army Combat Fitness Test  More about her program, H2F  Quick shout-out to our podcast partners: LMNT, Momentous, VersaClimber, and SAGA. Supporting them supports us and allows us to continue bringing you this content for FREE! LMNT : Our go-to on-the-go hydration product. With no sugar and no additives, LMNT is how I stay hydrated when training in the Georgia heat and traveling every other weekend. LMNT is offering you a free pack at DrinkLMNT.com/AOC - give them a try and let us know what you think! (Watermelon salt is my favorite).    Momentous : For those looking for the cleanest, best tasting protein and supplements on the market, Momentous is my choice. Their products are for athletes as well as individuals who just want to ensure they are getting enough protein in their diet. Code: BRETT25 gets you 25% off your first order.  <a href='https://versaclimber.com

Mon, November 22, 2021

E197 | Steffi Sorensen: Why It Pays To Be An Underdog

Without experiencing true difficulty, doubt, or adversity, it’s hard to know what any of us are really capable of. Truth is unless we’re thrust into such adversity, it’s nearly impossible to manufacture the type of hardship required to test our limits.  Today’s guest, ESPN college basketball analyst Steffi Sorensen, has dealt with more than her fair share. And while she probably wouldn’t wish recent experiences on anyone, there’s no doubt she’s grateful for the resilience built along the way. Join us as we discuss her path and how she’s managed to turn doubters and difficult times into an advantage.  Steffi was a former women’s basketball player at Florida, joined ESPN in 2011 as a color commentator, and is now a college basketball analyst and sideline reporter for SEC Network. She joined SEC Now as an analyst for the 2019-20 women’s basketball season. She was a sideline reporter for college football games on FOX Sports, as well as a fitness model and trainer. She spent one year playing professional basketball in France before starting as a color analyst for ESPN3 in 2010. We discuss:  Managing introversion as a public figure and professional speaker  How to assert yourself and find your voice as a young professional Finding your “on-air” personality without sacrificing authenticity  Learning from and through mistakes made (even on national television) Connect with Steffi: Via Instagram: @steffi_sorensen Via LinkedIn: Steffi Sorensen If you didn’t already hear… we have a new partner in hydration! LMNT is our go-to on-the-go hydration product. With no sugar and no additives, LMNT is how I stay hydrated even when training in the Georgia heat and traveling every other weekend.  Right now, LMNT is offering you a free pack at DrinkLMNT.com/AOC - give them a try and let us know what you think! (Watermelon salt is my favorite). 

Mon, November 15, 2021

E196 | How to Evaluate ”Soft-Skills” So You Can Become a Better Coach

No matter what field you're in, technical skills will only take you so far. Eventually, you’ll need to leverage interpersonal skills to stand out and effect change. Problem is, society has misrepresented what it takes to train these skills, making them seem like intangible or innate qualities that can’t be measured or managed.  In reality, there’s more research on human interaction than any exercise or programming methodology (by far) and it’s quite simple to evaluate said “soft skills”. That’s why on today's episode we’re doing a deep dive into our proprietary social skill evaluation, how you can use it, and how it’s evolved over time.  Hint: it’s not just a matter of assessing “verbal and non-verbals”…  We’ll cover: How to measure something subjective and contextual like communication  Why you need a comprehensive interpersonal evaluation and how it can help The major components most other social skill evaluations miss  A breakdown of the AoC evaluation and how to use it situationally If you want more on this subject and a copy of your own, you’ll have to join us in person at one of our Apprenticeship communication workshops. All upcoming locations and dates are listed here: artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship !  Now, for some fun announcements:  We have a new partner! LMNT is our go-to hydration product. With no sugar and no additives, LMNT is how I manage to maintain my voice when speaking for 16 hours and traveling every other weekend of the year.  Right now, LMNT is offering you a free pack at DrinkLMNT.com/AOC - give them a try and let us know what you think! (Watermelon salt is my favorite)  Also, on today’s episode you heard us talk about our new SPEAKING SCHOOL. If you’re interested in learning how to grow your speaking career, become more confident speaking publicly, or just need help refining a talk you’re giving go to: artofcoaching.com/mentoring for information on personalized, tailored sessions!

Mon, November 08, 2021

E195 | Quit Lying to Yourself: Cutting Through the B.S. in Coaching

If you’re listening to this episode, you’re lying to yourself… But you’re not the only one.   Turns out most of us aren’t honest about the REAL reason we do what we do. Why? Because being honest requires admitting we have selfish desires and that we haven’t put ourselves in positions to experience failure. Neither are inherently pleasant but both are required if we want to get out of our own way and make real progress.  Today’s episode will be a wake up call for many of you. I won’t lie- it’s a hard hitter. But if you’re able to listen and dig deeper internally, I promise you’ll come away a better coach and leader.  We’ll cover:  The REAL questions you need to be asking yourself Why it’s human (and necessary) to be selfish about certain things  Ways to identify what you’re lying to yourself and others about  The difference between experience and exposure and how to train the former  At the end of the day- who you want to be does NOT matter if you haven’t figured out who you are. It’s that time of year and there are lots of Black Friday sales going on!  SAGA - the best wireless BFR cuffs on the market are also on major blackfriday sale - 30% OFF (when you USE CODE BLACKFRIDAY30).  Momentous - for all of your protein and supplement needs, use code BRETT25 for 25% off your first order!  On today’s episode you heard Brett talk extensively about The Apprenticeship . With a full slate of workshops already scheduled for 2022, your excuses for not coming to one are dwindling...  Let’s put it this way- what TRUE leader wouldn’t take the opportunity to get better at communication and the interpersonal side of coaching?  Check out artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship for a list of upcoming events!

Mon, November 01, 2021

E194 | How To Become A Better Listener

BLACKFRIDAY30 gets you 30% off ALL ONLINE COURSES.    We can all agree that listening is a foundational skill. And it makes sense- research shows we spend half our waking hours listening (Hargie, 2017; Kelley, 2019). But are you listening or are you just hearing? True listening requires encoding, reflection, and delivering on what you heard. It’s a skill, it requires practice and it’s required to ask better questions, to give rewards (people actually want), and to assert yourself.    Put more eloquently: “Listening is the willingness to let another person change you” - Alan Alda   On today’s episode we cover: The differences between hearing and listening  The 5 types of listening and the 4 types of listener  Verbal and non-verbal indicators to show you’re engaged How to practice the skill of listening    As you heard, practice requires application. Simply put, these skills mean nothing if you don’t practice and get evaluated on them. We have one Apprenticeship left this year.    Join us in Asheville - November 13-14  Like listening, working out doesn't have to be complicated to be effective. In fact, my wireless BRF cuffs from SAGA Fitness have reduced the time and intensity I spend working out to get the same results. Do yourself and us a favor: Use Code: COACHBRETT20 to save 20% at checkout . By supporting them you’re supporting us.

Mon, October 25, 2021

E193 | What To Charge For Your Time & Expertise: A Deep Dive

The prospect of assigning a dollar amount to your time can evoke feelings of frustration, guilt, confusion and imposter phenomenon.  And yet, whether you're salaried, hourly or a business owner / entrepreneur, it’s essential to know what your time is worth. Not only will this calculation help you to decide between opportunities, it’ll allow you to communicate your value and build a healthy relationship with money.     Today’s episode will be a deep dive into how to confidently communicate what you’re worth, decide what to charge and how to not feel guilty doing so. We’ll discuss tactical strategies for understanding what variables should go into your decision as well as:   Two different strategies for calculating what your time is worth Why it doesn’t matter what you charge so long as you OVER-deliver How to train yourself out of poor habits / unhealthy relationships with money How to know when and what to give away for free   If exercises like this are helpful, you’ll get tremendous value from our Build Your Brand Workshop. We aren’t afraid to charge for this 2-day intensive workshop because the information shared and the value you’ll gain from networking and learning how to apply these principles to your business will be incomparable.    This is one you WON’T want to miss- artofcoaching.com/brand .   Today’s episode is brought to you by our incredible sponsors: VersaClimber : Our favorite low-impact, efficient cardiovascular strength workout! - Tell them Brett and Art of Coaching sent you! SAGA : The best wireless, bluetooth enabled BFR cuffs - COACHBRETT20 = 20% off  Connect out our co-co-host Jake Swart: Via Instagram: @docjakeswart Via his website: https://www.athletespotential.com/ Via his podcast: The Active Atlanta Podcast

Mon, October 18, 2021

E192 | Elisabeth Oehler: Toxicity in Coaching Culture - How to Combat It

Coaching is all about discovering what makes an individual tick so you can help them take the next step in their life, career, or sport… But when you work with people who aren’t consistently motivated, compliant or driven, it can feel like solving a 10,000 piece puzzle. And yet, that’s the job; Whether you train athletes or work with professionals, it’s up to you to figure out the puzzle- not shirk responsibility and fulfill your own agenda.  Luckily, today’s guest Elisabeth Oehler doesn’t hold back, sharing her best strategies for adapting to and understanding the individuals you work with so you can more successfully guide and collaborate.  Elisabeth is a strength coach and licensed weightlifting coach by the German Olympic Sports Confederation. She’s also a full time coach and consultant for her company (EO Performance) in which she helps organizations develop long term athletic development programs and does online coaching for recreational athletes, semi-pro and elite athletes in rugby, football, soccer and weightlifting. Prior to this, she mainly coached in elementary schools and kids on a volunteer basis.  We discuss: How to program for and communicate with a younger generation Dealing with criticism and people who don’t agree with your opinion  Approaching and coaching lazy, unmotivated or traumatized athletes The reason we don’t actually want to be life-long learners... Connect with Elisabeth: Via her website: https://www.eo-performance.com/ Via her twitter: @eo_performance Today’s episode is brought to you by our incredible sponsor: VersaClimber : Our favorite low-impact, efficient cardiovascular strength workout! - Make sure to tell them Brett and Art of Coaching sent you! Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, October 11, 2021

E191 | A Tool For Making Better Decisions

We’ve all faced what seem like impossible decisions: Which job should I take? Is this the person I really want to spend my life with? Can I even afford to take vacation right now? We’re also faced with hundreds of smaller decisions on a daily basis: What do I want for dinner? Should I watch tv or read a book? Should I take the car or ride my bike? Given the frequency in which they pop up, it’s obvious decision making is one of our most heavily used and important skills. Yet more often than not we rely on emotional or gut reactions to make them and if we can’t come to a decision ourselves… our next option is usually to reach out to friends/family to validate our choices.  Luckily, we have a tool that can help make the decision making process exponentially clearer… Click here for your free download: Artofcoaching.com/decision   This opportunity matrix will equip you with a systematic way of characterizing variables important to the decision making process (safety, security, physical and emotional health, social and relational needs, aspirations and desires), allow you to compare several opportunities side by side and weigh tradeoffs as you make your decision.   Give it a try and let us know how it works for you! Also, use it in your hiring process (as an extension to the tools suggested in E182: Critical Tips for Improving Your Hiring Process ) to see if your candidates are right for your position.    Speaking of decision making- here’s an easy one. Our partner SAGA fitness offers the easiest and cheapest set of BFR cuffs on the market. They sync directly with your phone and do all of the calibration and programming for you so you can get an efficient workout from the comfort of your own home sans tons of equipment and time. Use code BRETT20 for 20% off your order!   Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, October 04, 2021

E190 | Why It Seems Like We Never Have Enough Time

The number one complaint we hear from coaches and leaders is “I don’t have enough time”.  But is that really the issue? There’s plenty of data to support that on average we actually work less and have more “leisure time” than ever before…  So what gives? Today’s episode is a deep dive into the illusion of not having enough time and the questions we should be asking ourselves to get to the bottom of this:  Are we simply filling our idle time with other tasks? Is our to-do list mal-aligned with our values? Are we comparing our time to others? How are we “valuing” our time? Why do we hate unwinding? Who owns our time? We’ll tackle these questions and other fallacies then give you a new approach* to figuring out how to make more time for the things that matter.  *Hint: it’s not to wake up earlier, use a planner, go to bed later, or set a timer..  While you’re here, check out the resources mentioned in this episode: Tips for being more productive: E49: Productivity That Matters A strategy for dealing with a day that goes off the rails: Chaos checklist Our online course designed to help coaches navigate careers and life: VALUED A free quiz to discover what drives dictate your behavior: Drives Quiz Want to learn how to build your brand? Come to our Brand Builder workshop! Speaking of time and being more efficient- there’s no tool more valuable than the VersaClimber . This is the ONE piece of equipment I’ll use when strapped for time and needing a good, hard workout that won’t crush my joints. Reach out to our friends and tell them Brett and Art of Coaching you!  The Apprenticeship - Join us before the end of the year! Cardiff (Wales): October 9-10th Asheville: November 13-14th Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel

Mon, September 27, 2021

E189 | Brad Stulberg: The Practice of Groundedness

Whether we like it or not, we’re living in a culture of “heroic individualism” in which numbers and results dictate our success and drive our sense of fulfillment.    And while many current mindfulness techniques (& other “anecdotes”) teach us to move away from this lifestyle, not all of these practices are applicable for those of us who need to provide for our families and/or aspire to more.    But “groundedness” belongs in a category of its own. Defined as “the internal strength and true self confidence that comes from learning how to practice the timeless skills of acceptance, patience, presence, vulnerability and community”- today’s guest Brad Stulberg is on a mission to dispel myths around this ancient practice while making it more practical for the everyday person and leader.    Brad researches, writes, and coaches on health, well-being, and sustainable performance. He is bestselling author of the new book, The Practice of Groundedness , and also Peak Performance. His work has been featured in The New York Times, New Yorker, Atlantic, Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Time Magazine, Forbes, and more. In his coaching practice, he works with executives, entrepreneurs, and physicians on their performance and well-being. He lives in Asheville, North Carolina. His new book, The Practice of Groundedness , has been marked down by over 40 percent for a limited time! If you are thinking about getting a copy, take advantage of this great deal! We discuss:  Ways groundedness differs from typical mindfulness/gratitude practices Strategies for combating heroic individualism and how get off the “Hedonic Treadmill” Building strong community and the need for local as well as distant ties “Performative” versus true vulnerability - how to achieve the later  Connect with Brad:  Via Twitter: @BStulberg  Via his website: https://www.bradstulberg.com/ Speaking of achieving performance, recovery and health at the highest level, we’d be remiss not to mention our greatest partner in the space- Momentous. Check out their entire line of protein and supplements at livemomentous.com and use code BRETT25 at checkout for 25% off your first order and 15% off any subsequent orders!

Mon, September 20, 2021

E188 | Ethan Kross: Chatter - The Voice In Our Head, Why It Matters & How to Harness It

How is it that our minds- complex and powerful beyond measure, capable of constructing skyscrapers and inventing life-saving procedures, can simultaneously be our greatest enemy?  The answer may reside in our “chatter”, the ruminating, negative voice in our head that reminds us of our fears and insecurities while democratizing the human condition.  On today’s episode, we’re diving deep into what “triggers” this inner voice and some very practical tools that can prevent it from overpowering our current condition.  Ethan Kross is one of the world’s leading experts on controlling the conscious mind. An award-winning professor in the University of Michigan’s top ranked Psychology Department and its Ross School of Business, he is the director of the Emotion & Self Control Laboratory. Ethan has participated in policy discussion at the White House and has been interviewed about his research on CBS Evening News, Good Morning America, Anderson Cooper Full Circle, and NPR’s Morning Edition . His research has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The New Yorker, The New England Journal of Medicine, and Science . We discuss:  What is “chatter”, where does it come from and how can we nip it in the bud? 3 practical strategies to combat these negative thoughts and voices The benefit of creating a personal “chatter board of advisors” Tips for using and desiging your environment to quiet your mind  Connect with Ethan: Via his website: https://www.ethankross.com/ Via Instagram: @ethankross   Via Twitter: @ethan_kross   Some of the chatter I have surrounds my lack of activity when I’m on the road and the toll travel takes on my body. Luckily, packing my SAGA BFR cuffs in my suitcase has helped immensely. If you’re like me and want a tool to help you get a hard, efficient workout that you can take anywhere (including a hotel room), check out their WIRELESS BRF cuffs. Code BRETT20 will get you 20% OFF your order (nearly $50!).  The Apprenticeship - Join us before the end of the year! Nashville: September 25-26th - SOLD OUT Cardiff (Wales): October 9-10th Asheville: November 13-14th

Mon, September 13, 2021

E187 | Archetypes: What They Are, What They Aren‘t & How They Help Us Grow

When I first released my book Conscious Coaching , I had no idea the chapter about Archetypes would cause such a stir. Since then, the idea of using terms like Wolverine, Skeptic, Royal, and Technician to classify general patterns of human behavior has continued to ignite controversy and debate for coaches and leaders alike.   In this episode I’m going to put some of this controversy to rest because while the terms and ideas are still accurate, the surrounding context, interpretations and use of the framework have become convoluted and misconstrued.    First and foremost, archetypes are universal and recognizable patterns of human behavior. They are simple heuristics that can be used to make a complex system (humans) slightly more comprehensible. Organizing them into a unifying roadmap can be important and helpful but in no way is it meant to be a complete nor static solution for approaching human interaction.    In this episode we’ll cover: What archetypes are & what they are not  How archetypes can be misperceived and misinterpreted Using archetypes to understand behavior and become a better leader Revisiting common archetypes and the overarching framework   While we’re here, I’d like to give a shoutout to our good friends at Momentous and a special thanks to my friend Chris DiSanto who always makes sure our AoC army is taken care of at live events. If you’re looking for the highest quality supplements on the market, there’s only one company we trust- Momentous. Use code BRETT25 to get 25% off your first order!    If you’re looking for more on the concept of Archetypes, you can check out the podcast reflection sheets (they accompany every episode) and our online course Bought In (the sequel to the book that started it all Conscious Coaching ).    Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, September 06, 2021

E186 | Dr. Vanessa Bohns: You Have More Influence Than You Think

If a total stranger came up to you and asked you to write the word “pickle” in a library book so they could prank their friend (and not have their handwriting recognized), would you do it? Sounds strange, but think about this for a moment... Research (performed by today’s guest) overwhelmingly shows that we say yes more often than we say no to requests like this (despite the request requiring us to engage in socially undesirable behavior). Why? We all have more influence than we think but because we aren’t aware of how we come across or are too nervous to ask for what we actually want/need, we often struggle to see the direct link between our behavior and people’s changing perceptions, actions and opinions. Dr. Vanessa Bohns is an experimental social psychologist and professor of organizational behavior at Cornell University, and holds a PhD in psychology from Columbia University and an AB from Brown University. She is the author of You Have More Influence Than You Think: How We Underestimate Our Power of Persuasion and Why it Matters (OUT SEPTEMBER 7th, 2021). Her writing has appeared in the New York Times and Harvard Business Review, and her research has been featured by the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, and NPR’s Hidden Brain. We discuss: Why informal influence (gestures, facial expressions, tone) can trump formal influence The best (and worst) mediums to use when influencing others Why you should always just MAKE THE ASK if you want or need something Consent & why we say yes even when we don’t want to The 3 things we can do to assess the influence we have and better utilize it Connect with Dr. Bohns: *PSA* Pick up her book TOMORROW: September 7th, anywhere you can get the book.  Via Twitter: @profbohns Via her book: You Have More Influence Than You Think: How We Underestimate Our Power of Persuasion and Why it Matters Via her website: https://www.vanessabohns.com/   You heard from Dr. Bohns herself that experience and knowledge are two VASTLY different things. What if we could see ourselves influencing others in real time, understand what tactics we have at our disposal and how to make sure we come across as we’d like. That’s what the Apprenticeship (our live two day workshop) is all about: role playing, video analysis, a research backed evaluation, and lots of practice. But we’re officially down to our last few Apprenticeships of 2021!  Join us before the end of the year:  Boston: September 11-12th  SOLD OUT

Mon, August 30, 2021

E185 | Juliet Starrett: The Truth About Taking Risks, Changing Careers & Building a Business All While Being a Kick-Ass Parent

Entrepreneurship may seem like an elusive endeavor in which you have to quit your 9-to-5, jump in head first, throw caution to the wind, sell your soul to investors and live on ramen…   But real entrepreneurship is messier, more complex, diverse (and also attainable) than what the movies, tv shows, and allure of Silicon Valley can make it seem. And while there’s no one type of entrepreneur, there is something they all seem to have in common- a burning desire to solve a specific problem.    Juliet Starrett is the perfect embodiment of THAT entrepreneurial path. In addition to her role as CEO of the world-renowned digital health and fitness company — The Ready State, she’s also an attorney, mother, and former professional whitewater rafter.  Juliet co-founded The Ready State with her husband, Kelly in 2008. At the time it was called Mobility|WOD, and it went on to revolutionize the field of performance therapy and self-care. Juliet and Kelly also co-founded San Francisco CrossFit and StandUpKids together. She’s a Precision Nutrition Level 2 certified coach and co-author (with Kelly) of the Wall Street Journal bestseller, Deskbound. She also helped mastermind the marketing campaign that drove Kelly’s books Becoming A Supple Leopard and Ready to Run onto the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists. Connect with Juliet:  Via their website: www.thereadystate.com Via LinkedIN: Juliet Starrett Via Instagram: @julietstarrett   On today’s episode we cover:  Hiring and firing good people: the most important part of small business How to adopt an abundance mindset when it comes to competition in your field Battling burnout and the myth of balance in business and life Working with your spouse and navigating the overlap of personal & professional life Spots for our Fall 2021 small group mentorship program ( The Coalition ) are almost gone! If you’re ready to take the next step in building your career, personal brand or business, join our growing family and get personalized mentorship and accountability from our team and a diverse array of professionals. Don’t wait, Apply here! If you’ve been searching for an effective non-load bearing workout (perfect for returning from injury and travel), you need SAGA BFR cuffs. The first wireless version to hit the market, SAGA has made what was once a niche, complex tool accessible to everyone. We’re glad to have them as a part of our team! Get $50

Mon, August 23, 2021

E184 | Patricia Madson: How Improv Helps the World's Best Thrive in Sport, Business & Beyond

By now you’ve probably heard us sing the praises of improvisation and its benefits in communication, awareness and listening. If you haven’t, the premise is simple- we think of improv as the best way to practice accepting and appreciating change.  But it goes much further than that. Improv has been used to teach individuals interpersonal skills in countless arenas- from helping immigrant children assimilate to social settings in the U.S. to comedy, it’s now used pervasively as a learning tool for business school students, C-suite executives, military, lawyers, doctors, coaches and beyond.  Today, we’re speaking with one of the world's authorities on improvising in daily life, Patricia Ryan Madson. She’s the author of IMPROV WISDOM: Don’t Prepare, Just Show Up and a professor Emerita from Stanford University where she’s taught since 1977. She is a frequent speaker for business and educational groups and her corporate clients have included: IDEO, Google, Gap Inc.'s Executive Leadership Team, The Lucille and David Packard Foundation, the Banff Centre for Leadership, Sun Microsystems Japan Division, Apple Computers, Adobe Systems, and Price Waterhouse.  Today, we get to learn from her:  The essential “rules” and guiding principles of good improvisors What do to with someone who doesn’t want to improvise or is “too cool for school” The ramifications of NOT accepting and practicing improv in our daily lives Why it’s easy to understand but very hard to practice consistently Connect with Patricia: Via her website: www.improvwisdom.com Via her blog: www.improvwisdom.blogspot.com Via her email: improvwisdom@gmail.com   If you’re interested in trying improv yourself, come to one of our communication workshops . At The Apprenticeship , you’ll be exposed to all of the principles we discuss on today’s show and many more. Not only that, we’ll equip you with the skills you’ll need to tackle life and leadership’s messy moments and a chance to practice them and fail safely.  Speaking of practicing safely, SAGA’s wireless BFR cuffs allow us to workout and rehab safely from anywhere in the world. Using the app which automatically detects your occlusion pressure and adjusts the cuffs accordingly, you’ll never have to second guess whether your set-up is correct. These are now a must in all of my travel bags. Use code BRETT20 for 20% off your next order.

Fri, August 20, 2021

E183 | Uptalk, Choosing the Right Opportunities & Why You Need More Fiction in Your Life

It’s time for another bonus Friday episode! Today, Brett and Ali discuss their vocal idiosyncrasies while making a compelling case for the consumption of more fiction. Don’t worry, it’s not all fun and games... They also share a helpful strategy for making hard decisions.  On today’s episode: How to identify vocal tendencies like “uptalk” and “vocal fry”  The hidden benefits of playing video games and watching trashy tv What to do about information and input overwhelm  A different approach to thinking about difficult decisions If you have any feedback or want your question answered on our next casual conversation Friday, make sure to subscribe to our newsletter - artofcoaching.com/begin and email info@artofcoaching.com!  Look- our favorite part of these fun Friday episodes is that they cover a wide range of topics while allowing our listener a break from some of the heavy and/or serious topics we cover during the week. That’s exactly how we view the Momentous performance products- they target not just elite athletes, but the regular person and their protein is the best tasting out there! Use code Brett25 for 25% off your first order and 15% off each of the following.  Also, connect with us @aoccoaching on Instagram. This is our “new” home for helpful communication tools, quotes, questions to ponder and even the occasional meme!

Mon, August 16, 2021

E182 | Critical Tips For Improving Your Hiring Process

Hiring is an essential part of any business and can be, as I’m sure you probably know, an extraordinarily frustrating one.  It seems like no matter how many interviews you conduct, how well recommended a candidate comes or how decent they are as a person, many still don't work out. We understand this well as we’ve sure made our share of errors in hiring, but data shows we aren’t alone. In fact, some research suggests that 81% of new hires fail…. But why?  The answer is actually quite simple, it’s the fit . Either individuals are put in the wrong role, it’s the wrong company, they didn’t know what they wanted or they weren’t properly vetted in the first place...  In addition to discussing our company process, today I’ll share a tool we’ve developed to assess fit; a tool that arose as a result of conservations I had with individuals we’ve mentored in communication and leadership training (see artofcoaching.com/mentoring for more) and of course, our own trial and error. Tools like these will feature prominently at our upcoming Brand Building Workshop. This two day workshop is NOT the same as our Apprenticeship. This will be an intimate, intensive gathering of professionals who want to learn and practice tools and strategies for clarifying and growing a brand, and to understand the nuances of building a business in a way that works for them.  Head to artofcoaching.com/brand for more information and to apply!  Speaking of brands, I want to give a massive thank you to Chad Nelson and Yeti. We appreciate juggernauts like them rooting for underdogs like us trying to make a difference at the grassroot level. Be on the lookout for more collaboration between us and if you do come to one of our workshops or join the Coalition, don’t be surprised if you see their stuff well represented or in your hands…  Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, August 09, 2021

E181 | Matt Reynolds: Creating a Product that Stands Out In a Crowded Market

It’s not everyday we get the chance to discuss the nitty gritty behind-the-scenes detail required to provide exceptional service (sans compromising quality) with someone who has built a powerhouse company from the ground up.  Today, Matt Reynolds gives us a look under the hood at his online coaching model and his take on the “training” market that can be saturated with mediocrity. You’ll want to take some notes as we discuss topics ranging from the benefits of an apprenticeship model to pricing a premium product and not apologizing for it. You’re also in for a treat as we get a little fired up about why certifications alone aren’t cutting it... Not only is Matt the founder of Barbell Logic which has grown to be one of the largest online coaching companies on the planet, he has a successful podcast, YouTube channel, and hundreds of articles on the value of strength training. He also knows a thing or two about managing people as he leads a team of 80 incredible high-performing, yet compassionate people. With nearly 25 years of experience competing in strength sports and coaching barbell-based strength and conditioning. In his earlier life he competed at a high level in both powerlifting and strongman, and in 2008, he founded one of the strongest and largest strength gyms in the country, STRONG Gym, which Matt sold in 2015, to turn his attention to the broader audience of online coaching.  Topics we cover:  How to charge what you’re worth What is professionalism in coaching? The difference between a “trainer” and “coach” Providing Pandemic-proof value and service How to structure a premier offer for premier clients Connect with Matt & Barbell-Logic: Via Instagram: @barbell_logic or @reynoldsstrong Via their website: https://barbell-logic.com/ Via their podcast: The Barbell Logic Podcast  Via their YouTube channel: Barbell Logic YouTube  As you heard in today’s episode, becoming an apprentice is the fastest way to learn a craft. That’s why our Apprenticeship communication workshops, designed for professionals in all fields are the best place to learn the craft of communication and grow as a leader. We have a few more coming up this year: Seattle: August 28-29th - JUST 3 SPOTS LEFT <a href='https://artofcoaching.com/a

Mon, August 02, 2021

E180 | Bonus Episode: Redefining How We Speak About Communication & The Art of Coaching

We’re bringing you something a little different for today's bonus episode. Recently I was a guest on my friend Scott Livingston’s podcast “Leave Your Mark” and our conversation was so good I wanted to make sure you had a chance to listen to it here; a “multicast” if you will.  Alongside Scott (a regular on our show, see episodes 58 & 128 ) and his good friend Dom Gauthier (a business leader, coach, broadcaster and former Olympic moguls skier), we discuss everything from how to better define and speak about communication (including a deep dive into the research behind it), strategies for tailoring communication to a team as opposed to an individual and how coaching differs in different cultural contexts… or does it? As a reminder, Scott has been working in the field of athletic performance for twenty-five years. He is renowned for his dedication to building a more efficient, effective, and resilient athlete using his ability to assess movement dysfunction and deliver corrective exercise, while merging such strategies with effective and specific performance training. He has trained and reconditioned athletes at every level including professional athletes, Olympic athletes, and college athletes, as well as highly motivated recreational athletes.   Connect with Scott:  Via Instagram: @kingopain Via Twitter: @builtbyscott Via his website: Reconditioning HQ Via his podcast: Leave Your Mark Alright, onto some serious business… We’re currently deep into accepting applications for our November Coalition group. The roster is filling up so if you’ve been contemplating our group mentorship program or just want to learn more about it, head here to learn more!  artofcoaching.com/coalition Also, don’t forget to show our guys at SAGA fitness some love. Their wireless BRF cuffs have completely changed the way I train and recover. With all of the travel we’ve been doing lately, their flexibility and size make them an essential in my suitcase. If you enter code BRETT20 at checkout, you’ll get 20% OFF!

Mon, July 26, 2021

E179 | The Truth About Overcoming an Eating & Exercise Disorder

This was by far the hardest episode I’ve ever had to record. And yes, I phrase it that way purposefully; telling this story is something I very much view as a responsibility. So where do I begin? It’s true- at this point many people know bits and pieces of my story but there’s still much I haven’t shared. Today's episode is the full, unabridged, unapologetic, uncensored saga of my hospitalization and subsequent recovery. Compassion comes in many forms so I won’t bullshit you- today we’re going to discuss hard things. If you’re looking for someone to talk platitudes and cliches, you’re in the wrong place; if you’re ready for the hard truth and for tools to confront the condition, this one's for you.  Truthfully, today’s episode is one I wish I would have had when I was going through this myself.   We’ll dive deep into the research, how the behavior develops in the first place (underlying causes and contributing factors), who's most at risk and what does (and doesn’t work) when trying to work your way through it. Most importantly, I’ll address these factors from both sides: the caretaker and the individual going through it.  Do me (and your loved ones) a favor and share this episode. There are people who need to hear this because they’ve been lied to, misled and shamed into thinking their eating or exercise disorder is abnormal. Not only that, these problems extend much further than we all realize and probably afflict countless people you know but who haven’t said anything to you about it.  Lastly, if you or anyone you love are dealing with the issues discussed in this episode, please take a look at the links provided below- they are by no means a diagnostic tool or a sufficient solution but they can get you started: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/where-do-i-start-0 https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/eating-disorders https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/eating-disorders/symptoms-causes/syc-20353603 For more on this story, check out my book- Conscious Coaching.    Finally, we are hosting a free virtual workshop tomorrow, July 27th, 2021 at 3PM EST. This is a 60 minute strategy session for those who want help clarifying their niche, competitive advantage, message and audience!   Click here to register

Mon, July 19, 2021

E178 | Kindra Hall: Choose Your Story, Change Your Life

When trying to convince someone or alter their behavior we often lead with facts and figures. Ironically, that might be the LEAST effective strategy for inspiring real, lasting change. Rather, we should utilize the most powerful persuasive ability humans possess: storytelling.   You might roll your eyes or reminisce on bedtime stories as a kid, but good stories aren’t just for fun and laughs- they can quite literally capture audiences, move people to action, and catalyze change. Better yet, storytelling is a skill and just by understanding/utilizing a few simple “ingredients” we have the ability to make our communication that much more convincing.    Today’s guest, Kinda Hall is a professional storyteller (yes, you read that right!) who teaches leaders, executives and entrepreneurs across countless industries to harness and leverage the power of their stories. Her book, Stories that Stick debuted at #2 on the Wall Street Journal Bestseller List and Forbes said it “may be the most valuable business book you read." In 2020, she became the Chief Storytelling Officer of SUCCESS Magazine where she interviews icons like Deepak Chopra and Misty Copeland in an effort to hear and share their stories of success. She is based in New York City with her husband and two children. On today’s episode we discuss: The 4 essential components to a good story and how to implement them Why every professional needs to become an expert storyteller When to share personal stories and knowing where to draw the line How to create powerful stories from the small moments in life Connect with Kindra: Via her books: Stories That Stick and Choose Your Story, Change Your Life (pre-order) Via Instagram: @kindrahall Via Twitter: @kindramhall  As Kindra knows and shared, these days, “It’s not enough to differentiate, you have to be uniquely relevant.” Speaking of, there’s just 1 WEEK LEFT to sign up for our most popular online workshop!  CLARITY 2.0: TUESDAY, JULY 27th at 3:00PM EST.    Register at artofcoaching.com/clarity !   Finally, we know there’s a LOT of nonsense out there when it comes to supplements. It seems impossible to decipher who’s selling good products and who just has great marketing. That’s why we partner with <a href='https:/

Mon, July 12, 2021

E177 | Joseph Coyne: Building Buy-In Within A Foreign Culture

WE ARE BRINGING BACK OUR MOST POPULAR FREE ONLINE WORKSHOP! CLARITY 2.0: TUESDAY, JULY 27th at 3:00PM EST.  Register at artofcoaching.com/clarity Imagine leaving your family and moving to a foreign country where you don’t speak the language or know the culture, tasked with making some of the world’s most elite athletes faster and stronger while winning multiple World Championships and Olympic medals along the way.  Now try convincing someone in that position that high level communication skills, building buy-in and learning how to adapt to changing contexts WON’T play a major role in their success. Better yet- convince Joseph Coyne of that… Recognized as a leading expert in high performance sport, Joseph has over 15 years’ experience working with elite professional and Olympic athletes, and most recently was the Performance Director for the UFC Performance Institute Shanghai. Prior to joining the UFC in 2019, athletes personally supported by Joseph broke 6 world records and collected 15 gold medals at the Olympics and various world championships from. As a speaker, Joseph has lectured at a number of international sport science and strength and conditioning conferences. Joseph is a current PhD scholar at Edith Cowan University (Perth, Australia) on training load and performance and serves as a reviewer for a number of different academic journals.  On today’s episode we discuss: Sources of internal and external load in communication and leadership What finance can teach us about high performance Strategies for building buy-in and trust from day one on a new job How to change your message to speak more effectively to a diverse audience Connect with Joseph: Via Instagram: @josephcoyne Via Twitter: @josephcoyne His research: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Joseph-Coyne His clinic: http://www.coynesportsinjuryclinic.com.au/ You’ll hear Joseph talk about it and obviously we can’t stress it enough- guys it’s not enough to read and learn about communication and leadership- you have to practice it. You have to be evaluated and do it under stress. Better yet, join us at an Apprenticeship and do it in a place that’s safe to fail and with leaders from a multitude of domains.  Chicago is up next - don’t miss your chance to sign up! Artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship/chicago

Mon, July 05, 2021

E176 | When Positive Thinking Doesn't Work

P ositive thinking is overdone and often ineffective when applied to the messy realities of life and leadership.  I’m not saying there isn’t a use for it but rather that we should rethink when and to whom we recommend it. Why? Positive thinking can lull us into a false sense of security, make us overconfident and keep us from taking action when we need to.  What if instead of judging thoughts as positive or negative we measured them in terms of how productive they are? What if we embraced feelings of anxiety and nerves because it means we care and/or are pushing our limits? On today’s show we will tackle these questions and many more. Also, we were thinking… Why is it that we look for physical asymmetries in athletes and clients, but we don’t measure them in our learning or communication? People are the ultimate performance variable so if we aren’t assessing gaps here, aren’t we missing a huge piece of the puzzle?  The Apprenticeship, a two day interactive workshop specializing in how to deal with people, power dynamics, hard conversations and the messy realities of life and leadership is aimed at closing that gap. Check us out at one of the following cities: Chicago, IL - July 24-25: Just a few spots left! Seattle, WA - August 28-29: Just a few spots left!  Boston, MA - September 11-12: Available!  Nashville, TN - September 25-26: Available ! Cardiff, Wales - October 9-10 Asheville, NC - November 13-14! We’d also like to thank our world class sponsors: SAGA : the world’s first wireless BFR cuffs (Brett20 = 20% off) VersaClimber : the world’s toughest low-impact workout  Momentous : world’s cleanest, best tasting performance supplement (Brett25 = 25% OFF) Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At:<a href='https://publish.blubrry.com/c

Mon, June 28, 2021

E175 | Nikita Emtsov: The Hero's Journey

“Where there’s a journey, there’s sacrifice” - Nikita Emtsov  It has always been our goal that listeners hear themselves in the guests we interview on this podcast because it’s only when you relate to a person that their story and message resonates and moves you to action.  Nikita Emtsov is a perfect representation of the professionals in the Art of Coaching community and in this episode you’ll hear his raw depiction of the challenges (from self-acceptance and mental health struggles to finding a unique niche and vocation) we all go through in pursuit of our own hero’s journey.  Nikita is a Russian-born, Toronto-based strength coach and certified personal trainer.  Having pursued a plethora of creative vocations over the last 15 years—some of which have included stage acting, filmmaking, songwriting, and graphic design—he has faced plenty of challenges finding his place in the world before developing a passion for weightlifting and- ultimately- coaching. After finding a multitude of unexpected mental health and creativity-related benefits in his pursuit of strength, Nikita has made it his mission to help other creative storytellers get physically and mentally stronger and make training part of their own Hero's Journey. We discuss:  Ways to balance perfectionism and creativity - are they truly at odds? Why we should use storytelling to script our own “hero’s journey” How to listen to and utilize our internal voice for good  Methods for relinquishing control and embracing uncertainty Connect with Nikita: Via Instagram: @nickemstov   The clock is ticking on 2021 Apprenticeship dates. We only have a few spots left at each location. Don’t delay, book your spot today! (Rhyming unintentional)  Upcoming Apprenticeships: Chicago, IL - July 24-25: Available! Seattle, WA - August 28-29: Available! Boston, MA - September 11-12: Available!  Nashville, TN - September 25-26: Available ! *NEW* Asheville, NC - November 13-14!  

Mon, June 21, 2021

E174 | Christina Myers: Rethinking How We Approach Coaching Female Athletes

It’s time to rethink how we approach coaching female athletes. Understanding and appreciating nuances in their physiology and psychology is one thing, treating them as a “special population” is another. So which differences should we attend to and which just aren’t true?    Today we’re joined by Christina Myers, a strength and conditioning & gymnastics coach who’s changing the game when it comes to the training of female athletes and redefining coaching styles traditionally expected of women.   Christina owns a private sector strength & conditioning company and serves as both head strength and conditioning coach and head coach of a high-level competitive gymnastics program in Birmingham, Alabama. She took a non-traditional route to the strength & conditioning profession and uses this experience to mentor undergraduates and young coaches in the field. Christina holds a masters degree in Strength & Conditioning (MS Applied Exercise Science, S&C Concentration) and regularly guest lectures for undergraduate and graduate programs catering to potential strength coaches.   We cover:  Considerations for training female athletes Strategies for working with highly intellectual & perfectionist individuals How to identify and eradicate psychological abuse in sport Why we should lean into non-traditional coaching styles   Connect with Christina: Via her website: https://www.liftheavyprincess.com/ Via her Instagram: @lift_heavy_princess   We discussed some heavy stuff on this episode. Remember, if you need someone to talk to or want to report any type of abuse - please go to https://uscenterforsafesport.org/ . Also, give some love to our sponsor: SAGA Fitness , makers of the first wireless automated training BFR cuffs of their kind. Fancy science aside, this tool reduces the time and intensity required to build muscle, gain strength and/or come back from injury. They’re a way to workout more efficiently and calibrate to individual needs without having to buy really expensive equipment. Use code BRETT20 for 20% off your order!

Fri, June 18, 2021

E173 | Q&A Friday: Addressing Hot Topics & Sticky Conversations

We’re coming at you with a special BONUS episode! On today’s show, Brett is joined by Ali for a casual Friday conversation in which they answer your most difficult questions, talk about what they’re nerding out on and share their take on current events. On today’s episode: How to approach conversations about race, gender, & politics as a leader Programming essentials for youth athletes Strategies for working with someone you just can’t stand  Ways to create passive income  NFT’s and Cryptocurrency If you want your question answered on our next casual conversation Friday, make sure to subscribe to our newsletter - artofcoaching.com/begin and be on the lookout for our next Video Ask request! Other resources mentioned today: The Art of Coaching Reading List  Our Digital Course For Building A Values Based Brand What Drives You Quiz  Connect with us @aoccoaching on Instagram! 

Mon, June 14, 2021

E172 | Mark Fisher: How to Approach Conflict, Chaos & Conversations Remotely

We’ve heard the leadership cliches, read the business books and tried the various morning routines but something’s still not clicking...   We can try to work harder and hope our efforts don’t go unnoticed... or we can flip the script, become a unicorn and work with ninjas.    No seriously, just ask Mark Fisher.    Mark is an international speaker, consultant, and entrepreneur. He and his “non-sexual life partner” Michael Keeler founded Business for Unicorns in 2016 and have since worked with many of the leading fitness studios across the US, the UK, and Australia. Past non-fitness clients include Sony Music, Sylvan Learning, Novus Surgical, and Security Scorecard. He is also a proud alumni speaker of TEDxBroadway.   In addition to consulting through BFU, Mark is the co-founder of Mark Fisher Fitness, one of the most unusual gyms in the fitness industry. MFF operates a physical location in midtown Manhattan and a fast-growing online “virtual” location. MFF was recognized as #312 on the 2015 Inc. 500 fastest growing companies in America, as well as one of Men's Health's "Top 20 Gyms in America."   Obviously, Mark has made it his mission to approach both business and fitness in a unique way meaning this episode is anything but ordinary. Today we cover:    Why you should welcome and foster healthy conflict in your organization When and why you should give away power as a leader Managing by metrics when the important things aren't easily measured How to effectively bring emotion into the workplace   Connect with Mark: Via his various websites: Mark Fisher Fitness: https://markfisherfitness.com/   Business for Unicorns:  https://www.businessforunicorns.com/ Personal Page: https://www.markfisherhumanbeing.com/   Or Via Instagram:   Mark Fisher Fitness @mffclubhouse Mark Fisher (Personal) @markfisherhumanbeing    Today’s episode is brought to you by: a hard truth.    No matter how good you are at what you do, how hard you work or much you want to help others, none of it will make an impact if you don’t know how to reach your audience or communicate your message in a way that resonates with the people that need you and the work you provide the most.    The cost of doing nothing is far greater than the cost of making a mistake or hearing someone grumble. We all have skills and v

Mon, June 07, 2021

E171 | Gabe Polsky: In Search Of Greatness

The greatest athletes, inventors, artists and minds have something in common…    Of course they all have incredible work ethics, support systems and above average talent and luck- but those qualities don’t differentiate the great from the very best.    In truth- there is no template for world class performance. So what is it that separates them?    According to our guest, Gabe Polsky- an award-winning Writer, Director, Producer and one of the top documentary filmmakers in the world of sports and beyond- the one attribute that separates the elite from the great is their creativity, improvisation and ability to turn disadvantage into strength.   How does he know? In 2018 Gabe wrote, directed, and produced In Search of Greatness— a cinematic journey into the secrets of genius, as told through the greatest athletes of all time. It was released theatrically to critical acclaim and was nominated for several awards, including a WGA Award.    He also Executive Produced Genius, the 10 time Emmy® nominated TV show on National Geographic about Albert Einstein in 2017. Most recently, Gabe wrote, directed, and produced the feature documentary Red Penguins which premiered to acclaim at the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival.   In this episode, we learn what it’s like to interview and direct the likes of Wayne Gretzky, Jerry Rice and Pelé and why he’d go so far as to compare their dedication to the craft as neurosis.    Connect with Gabe:    Via Twitter: @gabepolsky     Via IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2126907/   Interested in learning about the film? https://www.insearchofgreatness.com   Watch here: https://www.amazon.com/Search-Greatness-Wayne-Gretzky/dp/B07P5X99P5   If you enjoyed this episode, we’d greatly appreciate it if you left us a review . Like any mom and pop shop, we rely on word of mouth and our online reviews. If you have even just an extra minute- tell us what you think!  Guys, one last thing. If you’re in search of truly superior nutrition supplements- from the very basics to elite performance products- check out our sponsor Momentous . They’ve been with us since the beginning and they are the ONLY nutritional supplement product I work with. Code BRETT25 gets you 25% off your first order and 15% off any future orders!

Mon, May 31, 2021

E170 | Dr. Katie Heinrich: Bridging Science With Society - Making Research More Practical Through People Skills

Why is it that regardless of major, minor or specialty our education system remains obsessed with teaching students the “what” but not the “how”?  If we’re lucky, students leave school prepared with tools of their trade but still missing the skill set to put those tools into action, adapt for changing circumstances and/or convince someone they need that tool in the first place.  Fortunately, some professors (today’s guest included) have recognized this disparity and dedicated their career to correcting it. Dr. Katie Heinrich is a Professor of Exercise Behavioral Science and Director of the Functional Intensity Training Lab in the Department of Kinesiology at Kansas State University. With over 20 years in academia, she’s devoted her time and research to the study of community, mentorship, and people skills - all which she believes are required for making science actionable.    In this episode we cover: How am I coming across? A guide to metacommunication in 2021  What NOT to do when building a community Pro’s and con’s of the term “soft skills”  Tips for writing a great email and finding a mentor How and when to say no without burning bridges  If you’re looking for more resources on how to find and/or to optimize your approach when reaching out to a mentor, check out artofcoaching.com/findamentor . Here you’ll find everything from email templates to strategies for finding the right person for you.    Connect with Dr. Heinrich:   Via Twitter: @kmhphd     Via Email: kmhphd@k-state.edu Via her website: https://www.hhs.k-state.edu/kines/labs/fit.html   There’s a difference between working hard and working smart... for me that means using SAGA’s BFR Cuffs to optimize my training. User friendly and linked directly to my phone, SAGA makes it so I don’t have to waste any time trying to figure out the nuances of pressure and calibration- I just get to work. Quit wasting time and try them for yourself- code BRETT20 gets you 20% off your order!    Upcoming Apprenticeships:   Dallas, TX - June 26-27: Available!  Chicago, IL - August 7-8: Available! Seattle, WA - August 28

Mon, May 24, 2021

E169 | Be A Human - Tips For Not Screwing Up Key Relationships

Time is an invaluable commodity and yet we waste it beating around the bush with convoluted communication and messages wrapped in peripheral fluff and unnecessary noise. Have you ever wondered how much time would we save if we acted like humans and said what we meant?    In this solo episode, we’ll break down several case studies and discuss how to effectively read a situation, manage paraverbals (pacing, pitch, tone, inflection) and have direct, efficient conversations. We’ll also discuss strategies for preventing misinterpretation and being assertive without being aggressive.  Also in this episode:  Identify what’s keeping you from getting your message across clearly Understand why humans are comfort and peace seeking survivors Mokusatsu & Elon Musk: it’s not just about the words  Take Home Tactics: 24 Hour Recall and Half-Life Your Message  It’s one thing to talk about being human, it’s another to actually practice it. In addition to the tactics and strategies mentioned in this episode, join our All-Access Digital Community and interact face to face with other professionals dedicated to improving communication skills! Also- you’ll hear it in the intro, but make sure you go back and listen again for a special deal that VersaClimber is offering listeners of this episode. That’s all we’ll say for now…    UPCOMING APPRENTICESHIPS: Find your city then click to join the movement... Dallas, TX - June 26-27: Available!  Chicago, IL - August 7-8: Available! Seattle, WA - August 28-29: Available! Boston, MA - September 11-12: Available!  Nashville, TN - September 25-26: Available Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, May 17, 2021

E168 | Clint Pulver: I Love It Here - How Great Managers Optimize Employee Retention

What would managers and leaders learn if they had access to raw feedback from their team? What truths would be unearthed and what leadership styles would rise to the top? As the “Undercover Millennial”, today’s guest Clint Pulver gives managers a peek behind the curtain in their own organization while gathering data and proposing solutions in order to close the gap between leaders and the lead. Having experienced literally hundreds of working environments across every domain, Clint is uniquely qualified to help us understand the nuance between leadership and mentorship and discern the pros and cons of multiple managerial archetypes.  We also discuss: Why managers don’t get quality feedback How to gain respect as a young professional  What to do when empathy is used against you Are all employees inherently selfish?  Clint is a professional keynote speaker, author, musician, pilot, and workforce expert. Known as the leading authority on employee retention, Clint has transformed how corporations like Keller Williams, AT&T, and Hewlett Packard create lasting loyalty through his work and research as the Undercover Millennial. He has been featured by Business Q Magazine as a “Top 40 Under 40,” and, as a professional drummer, he has appeared in feature films and on America’s Got Talent. In 2020, Clint won an Emmy Award for his short film Be a Mr. Jensen, which tells the story of how a single moment in time—and one particular mentor— can change the course of a life.   Connect with Clint:   Check out his book: I Love It Here  Via Instagram: @clintpulver Via Twitter: @ClintPulver Via his website: clintpulver.com While you’re here, check out our amazing sponsors: Momentous: Get 25% off your first purchase with code Brett25 SAGA : Brett20 gets you 20% off your order!    VersaClimber

Mon, May 10, 2021

E167 | Why Humility Can Be Harmful

These days it can feel like we’re being beaten over the head with leadership cliches like “grind in silence,” “be seen not heard” and other preachy rhetoric about servitude...    We’ve been told that good work will speak for itself and that self-promoters aren’t in it for the “right reasons”…    But how do we reconcile these “leadership laws” with the understanding that in order to adapt and evolve we have to be vulnerable and put ourselves (and our work) out there?   In truth- like anything, excessive modesty can be a hindrance. Today’s episode is all about what happens when humility goes too far . Specifically- why not speaking or standing up for yourself can lead to lower self-esteem, career/personal stagnation and poor quality work.    If you want to dive deeper into this topic, check out these other episodes:  E93: The Sin of Self-Promotion  E56: The Weaponization of Guilt & Not Being a Sucker E137: Greg Adamson: Downfalls of Servant-Based Leadership   We’d also like to take a moment to thank our sponsors: Momentous , SAGA and VersaClimber .    Momentous offers the best supplement line-up out there. Just like our podcast is for all leaders, their products (which range from grass fed whey to natural brain/sleep aids) are for everyone. Get 25% off your first purchase with code Brett25   SAGA offers affordable and state of the art BFR (blood flow restriction) cuffs to keep you healthy and strong no matter your lifestyle. Brett20 gets you 20% off your order!      VersaClimber is still one of my favorite tools for fitness. Simply put, their equipment will always be a staple in my home gym and in my programming.    Finally, if you’re looking for a complete toolkit on how to: Overcome self-limiting behaviors and beliefs Identify and clarity your unique offering Connect with and cultivate your audience Turn superpowers into tangible value Test and tweak your live product Build a values-base

Mon, May 03, 2021

E166 | Dr. Katy Milkman: How to Change - The Science Of Getting From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be

We all know people who don’t enroll in the 401k program at work despite understanding the power of investing or those who won’t stop smoking even though there’s a history of lung cancer in their family. But while incredibly frustrating to the outside observer, we are all resistant to change in some aspect of our lives.    Understanding where and why we resist change is important because modifying the behavior of those we lead is often central to our mission. And what do we do when information and rational persuasion don’t work? Today we have the pleasure of talking to a world renowned behavioral scientist, Dr. Katy Milkman about what makes change so hard, strategies to tackle these barriers and how to harness the power of a fresh start.    Dr. Milkman is the James G. Dinan Professor at the Wharton School, author of How to Change: The Science of Getting from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be, co-founder and co-director of the Behavior Change for Good Initiative, and host of the Choiceology podcast from Charles Schwab.    We discuss: Why information and logic alone doesn’t change behavior  “Fresh starts” and the science of timing Planning for disruption and the power of expectations What’s the “price for the vice”? Barriers to change and how to overcome them    Connect with Dr. Milkman: Via her website: www.katymilkman.com/book Via her podcast: Choiceology Via Twitter: @katy_milkman   We’re starting to travel again for our Apprenticeships (if you haven’t joined us for one yet, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?!) and it’s been difficult to make sure we're managing both nutrition and exercise on the road. Luckily, we have two partners who are perfectly aligned to help us through this transition. Momentous has the cleanest protein and supplements I’ve ever tried (truly the only ones that don’t make me feel like crap afterward), and Saga’s BFR cuffs allow me to get an incredible workout in my hotel room or AirBnB. Whether or not you’re traveling right now, be sure to give them some love for supporting your favorite podcast!    https://www.livemomentous.com/pages/partner-brett (BRETT25 gets you 25% off) https://saga.fitness (BRETT20 gets you 20% off)

Mon, April 26, 2021

E165 | Kenny Kane: The Message is The Medium

Living in a moment when competition for our attention is at an all time high makes the medium through which we convey our message absolutely critical. From social media to marketing, the platform we wield (or don’t wield...) can communicate as much about our values as the words themselves. And while this debate is nothing new, today’s guest Kenny Kane has a unique perspective on this issue and many more.    Kenny is the owner of Oak Park Los Angeles (Home of CrossFit Los Angeles - CFLA) where he and his team have created a paradigm through which gym members are able to transfer the adaptive capacity developed through physical fitness training to life itself.  Kenny also teaches “The Craftsmen’s Workshop,” an intensive coach development program and is the Founder/Host of The Body of Knowledge Podcast ( as well as two others). If that wasn’t enough, Kenny was also a dual sport collegiate athlete and comedian before dabbling in martial arts and hip hop dance.   At Art of Coaching, we STRONGLY believe the medium matters. That’s why we created a space for leaders to learn and practice communication away from social media. No ads, no distractions, no fluff - just video based personal interactions with people who want to get better. Join us at artofcoaching.com/channels and become a part of our new favorite learning space - The AoC All-Access Community.    In this episode, we cover: Why and how to match your medium with your message Identifying and navigating extractive technology Marketing vs. coaching - does all behavior change need to be ethical? The Diamond Goldfish & how to lead under pressure  Earning your voice - should there be a meritocracy in social media?   Connect with Kenny:    For more on The Craftsman’s Workshop, email info@oakparkla.com Via his website: www.oakparkla.com

Mon, April 19, 2021

E164 | Jenny Noiles: From Coach to Manager - How to Navigate Role Changes & New Cultures

Unless you keep the same job from the time you leave school until the time you retire, you’re bound to experience change. Like a personal relationship, moving up within or leaving one workplace culture to join another requires understanding, adaptation and most importantly communication.    So how do you go from being just a tactician to manager/director who needs to understand both the minutia AND the bigger picture?    Our guest today, Jenny Noiles, the Performance Director at Mayo Clinic Orthopedics and Sports Medicine (Rochester, MN), paints us a picture of this transition while discussing how to establish credibility without being a robot. Afterall, lacking warmth, our competence holds little weight.    We cover: Demonstrating credibility without being a robot How to use anxiety in a productive manner  Leaving a dream job for a relationship & “following your heart” The importance of shared experiences and being relatable Why leaders need to be both heroes and villains    Connect with Jenny: Via instagram: @jennynoiles   Like Jenny said, you can’t fake reps. So if you think communication is important, you need to come to an Apprenticeship, ASAP! We create a place where failure is expected and celebrated using role play to practice navigating the obstacles you face in both your career and your personal life.    This is the ONLY way to truly build your communication skills. Visit artofcoaching.com/apprenticeships for a list of cities we will be visiting this summer!!

Mon, April 12, 2021

E163 | Courtney Kelly: Leadership Language - Why Words Matter More Now Than Ever

Regardless of occupation or title, we all write. Whether it’s in short form on social media or long form as in email, proposals, blogs, articles, books, or academic journals- it’s something that unites all fields.    That being said- what’s your perception of writing? Do you enjoy the craft or is it the bane of your existence? Were you raised to think of writing as a formal process reserved for academics and novelists or as an artistic endeavor? Whatever your history with the written word, our guest today will change your perspective of the practice. Not only do we discuss the neurological and biological underpinnings of language, we dive into how to develop your skill as an amatuer writer and why good writing doesn’t mean writing like Hemingway.    Courtney Kelly is a writer and editor who partners with individuals and organizations to create brands, products, books, and other media that aim to effect real, prosocial change. Before starting her freelance business, Ethos Alchemy during the summer of 2020, she served as marketing director for Strength Ratio, a strength and conditioning and sport performance company, and as curriculum director for Strivven Media, an Asheville-based education technology company. She began her career as an English teacher, and writing education remains central to her work today.   We also cover:  Theory of mind and why we think we’re better than we are Using ethical manipulation and adaptation in communication - where do you draw the line? How to become a more efficient writer when it’s not your full time job  Why saying what you’re NOT can be more powerful than what you ARE Why you should read more fiction and watch tv   Connect with Courtney: Via her website: https://www.courtneykellywrites.com/   OUR LIVE APPRENTICESHIPS ARE BACK! Find your city then click to join the movement... Phoenix, AZ - May 1-2: SOLD OUT Miami, FL - May 15-16: SOLD OUT Dallas, TX - June 26-27: Available!  Chicago, IL - August 7-8: Available! Seattle, WA - August 28-29: Available! Nashville, TN - September 25-26: Available Finally, we’ve partnered again with Momentous. If you want a discount on the only protein and supplement brand I’ll endorse - use code Bret

Mon, April 05, 2021

E162 | Shaylah Simpson: How An Identity Crisis Can Create Clarity

Our early communication style can be heavily influenced by parents, teachers and coaches but when we transition to different stages of life and form new relationships, sometimes those initial behaviors no longer serve us.   As humans, shedding those previous practices and forming new ones (albeit necessary) can feel completely foreign- as if we’ve forgotten who we are and where we came from.  But when we examine how our past has influenced our present, we can use it to inform and improve our future.    In today’s episode Shaylah Simpson teaches us how to identify weaknesses in our current communication style and shares her tips for having more productive conversations.    Shaylah is a former semi-professional track and field athlete. She competed in the pole vault for Arizona State University and continued her post-collegiate career with Altis and Arizona Pole Vault Academy until she hung up the spikes in 2018. Shaylah currently works in Client Services for Conscious Family Law & Mediation in Boulder, Colorado while finishing up credits to get her certificate in Conflict Resolution and Mediation. In the future, she plans to get her Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and work to help diverse groups of people cultivate stronger relationships with themselves and others.   We discuss:   Navigating (multiple) identity crises  Authoritative vs. authoritarian leadership Balancing resilience and vulnerability in relationships Checking assumptions and labeling emotions in conversation   Connect with Shaylah:   Via Instagram: @shay_simps     If you’re dealing with any of these issues-  identity crisis, starting a new job, working on a relationship or going through a transition of any kind, we’d love to help. We’re currently accepting applications for our flagship mentorship group, The Coalition . If you’re interested in working through your challenges with a group that will have no problem holding your feet to the fire or walking you through the next step, check out artofcoaching.com/coalition ! Also, be sure to give some love to our new sponsor, SAGA fitness ! They offer affordable and state of the art BFR (blood flow restriction) cuffs to keep you healthy and strong no matter your lifestyle. Brett20 gets you 20% off your order!

Mon, March 29, 2021

E161 | Chad Wesley Smith: I'm The Juggernaut!

It’s not common for strength coaches to crossover into other fields or add the title of “entrepreneur” to their resume- much less in the world of artificial intelligence. Today’s guest Chad Wesley Smith has done both at the highest level.  For both my training nerds AND my non-coaching audience, this episode is a great representation of how leaders can ethically brand themselves, develop auxiliary skill sets and find success outside of their immediate domain.  Chad is the owner and founder of Juggernaut Training Systems, as well as being one of the most highly regarded strength coaches and athletes of the modern era. As an athlete, Chad has posted Top 10 All-Time Total in wraps (1055kg/2325#) and sleeves (1010kg/2226#), won 2 National Championships in the Shot Put and earned his Pro Card in Strongman.    We discuss:  Using artificial intelligence to make coaching decisions The secret to branding yourself ethically How to embrace entrepreneurship as a coach  Jiu Jitsu and maintaining a beginner's mindset     Connect with Chad:    Via Instagram: @chadwesleysmith & @juggernauttraining   Via Website: https://www.jtsstrength.com/   Via Twitter: @juggernauttraining If you’re like Chad, you probably enjoy picking up loads equivalent to small houses… But sometimes we can’t pick up heavy weight because we’re traveling or injured. If that's the case, I highly recommend checking out the new BFR cuffs from our partner SAGA fitness. These cuffs saved me when I was recovering from my shoulder injury.  Click the link below to learn more:    https://saga.fitness/products/the-bfr-cuffs   And while you’re here, check out our other amazing partners: Momentous and VersaClimber That’s all! See you next week.

Fri, March 26, 2021

E160 | Megan Young: How A Dumbbell Pyramid Sparked Social Change

In light of recent events I wanted to release an extra, time sensitive episode.  Last week at the NCAA basketball tournament a social media post showing the disparities between the men’s and women’s “weight rooms” went viral. One photo resulted in a litany of content that uncovered not only differences in the equipment and facilities, but of the testing protocols, food, “swag bags” and more.  With institutions and individuals calling on the NCAA to rectify the inequities displayed at their premier championship event, we wanted to give a platform to those voices, address the larger issues and talk to someone who can help us understand the context and what we can do to prevent this in the future.  Megan Young’s entire life purpose is about facilitating meaningful connection, and she’s used the arena of strength and conditioning as a vessel to carry out that mission having worked in collegiate and professional settings over the course of 14 years.  She’s also a survivor. Diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia in 2015- Meg is no stranger to overcoming various forms of struggle. Her relentlessness for education, performance and equality is bookmarked by dual masters degrees (one in exercise physiology, another in information systems and data science) as well as a PHDC in adult education. Put simply, Meg has an astute understanding of both the complex and the complicated- both of which serve as home and hearth of the matter we discuss today.   If you want to get in touch with Meg: Via email: Youngstrength.megan@gmail.com Via Instagram: @coach_megastrong Via Twitter: @coachmega   We also want to give a massive thank you to our sponsors for this episode:  SAGA Fitness VersaClimber Momentous  For more information and discount codes from all of our sponsors, check out www.artofocoaching.com/sponsors

Mon, March 22, 2021

E159 | My Most Vulnerable Episode So Far

Sometimes this podcast is a place to learn tactics and strategies and other times it's a place to share hard, honest truths. Recently, a conversation with a friend about the fleeting nature of fatherhood sparked an examination of my priorities and time. As a result I wrote a deeply personal piece about a few things I’ve reflected upon and perhaps even (re)learned over the past year. Some of this I’ve spoken about before- yet it still resonates, now more than ever. On today’s episode I’ll expand on those initial thoughts and what led to writing my recent newsletter. If you haven’t read the original piece and want to, make sure you’re subscribed by clicking here . I’m not a big email guy so I promise I won’t blow up your inbox- I only send a couple a month and they are typically raw and honest like this. Speaking of honest- can I ask for a favor? We rely on your feedback and suggestions to make this show better and we would LOVE if you would share that with us in the form of a review on iTunes. Let’s do this: if you leave a rating we’ll enter you in a random drawing to win either a free course or 1-on-1 communication training call with me. Just make sure you use your real name or social media handle so we can contact you! If you’re just looking for the cliffnotes version of this episode, here are the lessons I share: The Stories You Tell Yourself Will Absolutely Steer Your Life  It’s Your Responsibility to Make It Stick  Winners Suffer Longer. The Answer Is Always "No" If You Don’t Ask  Clear Goals Are NOT The Only Way to Get What You Want But if you like context and want to hear more honest reflections like this, listen to the full episode  AND check out our new All-Access Channel . We’ve partnered with Marco Polo to bring you an exclusive, video first platform that’s NOTHING like social media. No ads, no distractions, no messed up chronological timeline just real people sharing real thoughts and learning from each other.

Mon, March 15, 2021

E158 | Johnjay Van Es: Unscripted & Uncommon Roads to Success

HEADS UP! There are only a few days left to register for The Communication and Leadership Strategy Summit! On March 20-21th, 2021 we’re hosting an interactive online event about navigating the messy realities of leadership and communication. Learn tactics and strategies from top professionals in the fields of finance, performance, medical, business and the military. Click here to sign up before it's too late!  *Cue late night FM DJ Voice*  On today’s show we are joined by radio host and broadcasting legend Johnjay Van Es for a conversation where nothing is off-limits. We discuss the magic of radio or what he calls “theater of the mind”, driving Wayne Gretzky around as an intern, navigating cancel culture as a public figure and father, his 3:45 AM wake up call and other “strange rituals.”  We also cover: The danger of Hollywood “cure alls” and one-size fits all leadership models Exploring creativity and affordances as a parent and coach  Why he doesn’t like interviewing celebrities Choosing what to share on air- where do you draw the line? It’s refreshing to talk to people who candidly share their successes and failures but even more so when they are highly skilled in the art of conversation. Johnjay is the host of the nationally syndicated Johnjay and Rich Radio Show and 2018 inductee into the Arizona Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame. When he’s not covering pop culture, news, music, celebrities and everything in between, he’s the founder of #LovePup Dog Rescue and #LoveUp Foundation.  Connect with Johnjay:  Via Instagram: @johnjayvanes or @lovepupfoundation Via Twitter: @johnjayvanes Via his website: https://loveupfoundation.org/lovepup/ On today’s episode we discuss the importance of critical analysis when determining the effectiveness of new performance technologies. Unlike many I’ve tried over the years, SAGA.fitness ’s BFR (blood flow restriction) cuffs have made a huge difference in my training and rehab. If you’re interested in a research-backed modality that can take your rehab and/or workouts to the next level- use code BRETT20 for 20% off!

Mon, March 08, 2021

E157 | Ask Me Anything - Personal & Professional Questions I've Never Addressed Before

Today we flip the script and my good friend Ali Kershner interviews me, asking personal and professional questions I’ve never addressed on air before.  I’m a relatively private person but for this special Q&A I air out some dirty laundry and answer a few of the tougher questions I’ve gotten over the years.    Sit back, relax, enjoy Ali’s dulcet tones and get a glimpse behind the curtain. Just wait, she even manages to stump me with one...    We cover the following and more: My current thoughts about the S&C industry (and why I left…) A sneak peak into my second book  How I relax and where I find creativity (+ my go-to karaoke song) Dealing with critics and bad reviews Managing an increasingly public brand (especially as a dad)   If you want to ask me a question and get a response longer than 15 seconds, go to artofcoaching.com/channels and join our all-access community . This is a place to learn about business, branding, communication and leadership then directly interact and network with myself and a wide range of professionals.   *New Sponsor Alert*  We just teamed up with SAGA Fitness. SAGA offers premier and affordable BFR (blood flow restriction) cuffs for those who want to rehab an injury (like I did with my shoulder), build muscle and/or get a great workout while traveling. Use code: BRETT20 for 20% off! Head to SAGA.fitness to purchase your very own set of cuffs and while you're there be sure to check out their blog.   Oh, and one more thing.... We’re hosting an online communication and leadership strategy summit. Yeah, we’re tired of virtual events too but this one is different because we’re inviting speakers from a variety of fields to discuss tactics and strategies for navigating today’s toughest communication and leadership issues. Click here to learn more!     Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, March 01, 2021

E156 | What You Need To Know About Writing A Book & Getting It Published

If you’ve ever had even the smallest inkling of an idea or desire for putting a figurative pen to paper and writing a book - this one’s for you.  Today’s episode is dedicated to everything I’ve learned, mistakes I’ve made and what you ABSOLUTELY need to know about the process of writing and publishing.  I will warn you- if you’re looking for someone to pump you up and encourage you to drop everything and become an author- this isn’t the show for you. But if you’re curious and truly want to know what it takes to create work that lasts, I’m here to help.  Whether you’re tangled up in the webs of (writing) despair, finished with a manuscript but don’t know what to do next or just not sure where to start… relax, you’re in the right place.   In today’s deep dive, I cover the following and much more: Essential questions to answer before you begin  Tips for the writing/editing process Cover design (yes, people do judge a book by the cover) Publishing routes and how to write a winning book proposal  Marketing without “selling out” Maybe writing isn’t your thing but you very much enjoy face to face interaction, connecting with people and finding ways to have deeper conversations about important subjects - if that’s you - you need to get over to artofcoaching.com/channels . We’ve created something that is social media free, highly interactive and deeply personal where coaches and leaders of every age, profession and experience level can connect- and it’s also where I’m dropping exclusive content weekly that you will not get on the podcast or on my social media.

Mon, February 22, 2021

E155 | Kelsey & Dennis Heenan: Standing Out Without Selling Out

In our industry, those who have a large brand, social media presence or product (regardless of value or purpose) are often met with critiques, sneers, and snide remarks like “what a sellout”... It’s difficult to put yourself out there when surrounded by a profession that has long told you the secret to success is to put your head down and work harder but no one will hear your message or benefit from your product if you don’t share it with them... So how do you stand out without selling out? In today’s episode, you’ll hear from two people who have managed to stay true to their message, provide real and useful content and get it to their community without resorting to gimmicks or sleazy sales tactics.  Dennis and Kelsey Heenan are Co-Founders of the fitness company HIITBURN and have worked with thousands of people across the world through their workout app and programs. Dennis specializes in email marketing, Facebook advertising, and copy writing for his businesses and as a consultant. Kelsey is a certified trainer and nutrition coach. Her personal brand, The Daily Kelsey focuses on helping people improve their relationship with food and their bodies. Along with being business partners, Dennis and Kelsey have also been married for over a decade. In today’s episode we cover:  How to cater your message to a specific audience Leveraging hardship into a tool for clarifying your purpose Copywriting and funnel building 101 How even the most social media averse can scale their message Working with your spouse - how does that work?! Connect with Dennis and Kelsey: Via HIITBURN: https://hiitburn.com/ Via Instagram: @hiitburn , @thedailykelsey , @denheen If you’re looking to clarify your message, find your unique audience, and market in a way that doesn’t feel schemey or salesy, check out OUR online toolkit, BLINDSPOT™ !

Mon, February 15, 2021

E154 | Andrew Hauser: Healthy Detachment in Leadership

If we were to question all commonly accepted leadership practices and qualities, which would hold up and which would break down?  On March 20-21, 2021, we’re doing just that. Join us for the first-ever virtual Art of Coaching Communication and Leadership Strategy Summit .  We’re tired of endless Zoom meetings and powerpoint presentations so we’re opting instead for two days of INTERACTIVE discussion with leaders from a range of professions; leaders who are currently pressure testing what we’ve long assumed about leadership against the messy realities of our new normal… Click here to learn more!! Today’s episode is a perfect example of investigating the messy reality of leadership at top organizations. Andrew Hauser the Director of Performance Rehab with the (World Champion) Los Angeles Dodgers. He’s been in a variety of roles in the performance realm, most recently as the Director of Player Health & Performance for the Atlanta Braves.  On today’s show we discuss: Benefits of detachment and other dark sided traits in leadership  The need for "contextual inventory" & how to provide feedback in context  Andrew's best practices for “Day One” in a new organization  Situations in which leaders shouldn't be listeners  A different model of mentorship* Connect with Andrew: Via email: andrewh@ladodgers.com Via Instagram: @andrew_hauser_atsc Via Twitter: @_ahauser Via LinkedIn: Andrew Hauser Other Resources:  Episode 127: How to Give The Most Effective Feedback “How To Find The Right Mentor ” is our free guide for everything from what to look for to sample emails you can send out!  Our “What Drives You” quiz will give you a glimpse into the underlying motivations of the people you work with - a cheat sheet for human behavior!

Mon, February 08, 2021

E153 | Chris Fischer: The Science of Sharks & Making Research More Accessible

In case you missed it… our newest resource BLINDSPOT™ is now open!  If you want to clarify your message, find your niche, create meaningful work and use it to help more people - this digital toolkit will be an absolute GAME. CHANGER.  But don’t waste any time - access to BLINDSPOT™ is only open for 2 more days! Click here to sign up now.  __________________________________________________________________________ On today’s episode you’ll learn how to catch a 4,000 lb great white shark.  But if that’s what you take from this episode, you missed the point.  On the surface (pun intended), today’s conversation might seem drastically different from ones we typically have on this show. But if you look deeper you’ll see the overwhelming number of similarities between the work of Chris Fischer, OCEARCH and what we do with communication, leadership and coaching.  A full-time explorer, Chris Fischer has a special gift of seeing the “big picture,” creating solutions around that picture, and communicating that picture in an accessible way to others. Chris has led 39 global expeditions focused on accelerating the ocean’s return to balance and abundance, by unlocking the life history puzzle of white sharks and other keystone species through expeditions aboard the OCEARCH.  His approach completely disrupts the research and policy process by making data collection and distribution collaborative, inclusive and open-sourced. This data-centric approach has inspired global ocean environmental protection policies, with Chris working alongside Presidents of several countries, including the U.S. We discuss:  How to productively disrupt a well established industry  Navigating learned helplessness in sharks and people Using storytelling to ethically sell your mission  Why communication is to coaching as oceans are to sharks  Connect with Chris: Via OCEARCH: ocearch.org   Via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/explorerfischer/ One thing while you’re still here… Chris and I talk extensively about the lack of effective communication in highly technical and science-driven fields. If you find yourself in one of these environments and want to practice better storytelling/communication so you can connect the people you serve to the work you do, let us help!  We offer 1 on 1 online communication training! Click the link below to find out more:  https://artofcoaching.com/mentoring/  

Mon, February 01, 2021

E152 | Michael Tucker: How Storytelling and Self-Awareness Shape Who We Become

When done well storytelling can access a primal level of human psychology.  With complex characters, varied settings, unique conflicts and resolution, storytelling is “manipulation for good” teaching us lessons, growth and a better way to live. Coaching is in many ways, storytelling.  Today on the show I’m joined by someone who studies storytelling professionally. Michael Tucker (filmmaker and writer), is the creator of the film analysis YouTube channel, Lessons from the Screenplay , host of the podcast Beyond the Screenplay , and creator of a new video series examining storytelling in video games called “Story Mode.”  Michael is incredibly skilled at making complex concepts immediately accessible. When analyzed at a deeper level, he shows us that quality storytelling is nothing more than truth; it helps us understand themes, relate to struggle and move to change.  On today’s show we discuss: The overlap between coaching and screenplay  Lessons from The Dark Knight, Inside Out, Arrival and Collateral  What to do when it’s raining on set - why creativity requires constraints  Discovering your inner demon or “ghost” Staying true to the craft while developing a brand Connect with Michael: Via YouTube: Lessons from the Screenplay Story Mode Via Podcast: Beyond the Screenplay Via Twitter: @michaeltuckerla Michael’s communication is understated, but his impact and following are not. If you're interested in understanding how he’s managed to grow his brand without “selling out”, join me for a free online workshop. Details below!  Clarity Workshop Thursday, February 4th, 2021 at 11 AM EST What we’re talking about: Speak to your brand without coming off as “salesy” Define your niche and your competitive advantage Engage with your intended audience Grow visibility and impact without relying on social media CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!

Mon, February 01, 2021

E152 | Michael Tucker: How Storytelling& Self-Awareness Shape Who We Become

When done well storytelling can access a primal level of human psychology.  With complex characters, varied settings, unique conflicts and resolution, storytelling is “manipulation for good” teaching us lessons, growth and a better way to live. Coaching is in many ways, storytelling.  Today on the show I’m joined by someone who studies storytelling professionally. Michael Tucker (filmmaker and writer), is the creator of the film analysis YouTube channel, Lessons from the Screenplay , host of the podcast Beyond the Screenplay , and creator of a new video series examining storytelling in video games called “Story Mode.”  Michael is incredibly skilled at making complex concepts immediately accessible. When analyzed at a deeper level, he shows us that quality storytelling is nothing more than truth; it helps us understand themes, relate to struggle and move to change.  On today’s show we discuss: The overlap between coaching and screenplay  Lessons from The Dark Knight, Inside Out, Arrival and Collateral  What to do when it’s raining on set - why creativity requires constraints  Discovering your inner demon or “ghost” Staying true to the craft while developing a brand Connect with Michael: Via YouTube: Lessons from the Screenplay Story Mode Via Podcast: Beyond the Screenplay Via Twitter: @michaeltuckerla Michael’s communication is understated, but his impact and following are not. If you're interested in understanding how he’s managed to grow his brand without “selling out”, join me for a free online workshop. Details below!  Clarity Workshop Thursday, February 4th, 2021 at 11 AM EST What we’re talking about: Speak to your brand without coming off as “salesy” Define your niche and your competitive advantage Engage with your intended audience Grow visibility and impact without relying on social media CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!  

Mon, January 25, 2021

E151 | How To Ask For Help

Let's not bury the lede - I struggle asking for help. I've often wondered if it's possible to do in a way that doesn't compromise relationships or  reputation because (to the untrained eye) asking for help can seem to convey weakness, lack of fortitude, intelligence, and even organization. But none of us get through life without help in some form... So why do we have such an aversion to it? Today (in part IV of this series!) I’m diving into the 6 reasons why we struggle to ask for help, how to ask for it more effectively and why it's so hard to give good help! Speaking of help, we’d like to offer some. We’re hosting an FREE online workshop for individuals who want to get unstuck, figure out their competitive advantage and get off the  fence so they can make an impact. Click the link below to save your spot!  https://artofcoaching.com/clarity/ As always, you can find out more about this topic and other resources we offer at:  https://artofcoaching.com/resources/ Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Wed, January 20, 2021

E150 | Niching Down vs. Embracing Range

Should we niche down or embrace range? If you read the newsletter this week, you know exactly where I stand on this topic. If you haven’t yet, click here to get the full story ! Either way, it’s time to dive deeper into this debate.   Now - before you armor up with your facts and figures about why you’re Team Specialis t or Team Generalist ... hear me out.  “Niching down” mustn't apply to every aspect of your life.  You can be well-rounded, cultured, and dare I say “balanced” while still knowing exactly what you do, why you do it, and speaking directly to those who need it most.  Look, when it comes to providing value, speaking to everyone is speaking to no one. In part III of this series, I'm going to discuss the 4 steps to identifying your “niche” so that you can deliver value and stand out without selling out. I’ll also be going much deeper on this topic in a FREE interactive workshop soon. Click here to save your spot!  If you’re looking for a toolkit to help you tactically create change, do more of what you love and  get out of your own way, we’ve got something coming. Head to artofcoaching.com/blindspot to be the first in the know!  Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, January 11, 2021

E149 | 5 Big Lies We Tell Ourselves That Hinder Our Progress

"I want to put something out there to help more people but I lack the confidence, knowledge or experience to do so." Sound familiar? I've heard these words reverberate in my own head and from the people in our community for a long time. But that statement above - it's not true. In fact, it's a lie. And it's one of many our mind makes up to trick us and hold us back from providing value to those who need us most. In part II of this series (make sure to go back and listen to the last episode, part I, if you haven't already) , I'm going to talk about the 5 lies we tell ourselves when we start putting ourselves and our work out there.  Make no mistake, these fallacies are blind spots. But it's one thing to recognize them, it's another to tackle them. Let's do that together - head to https://artofcoaching.com/blindspot/ so we can get started. Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, January 04, 2021

E148 | How To Identify Our Blindspots

Every year we hear people utter the phrase “New Year, New You” before launching into a series of nuanced forms of goal setting. While optimism is great, looking ahead without knowing how to identify blind spots that lurk around the corner sets us up to be ambushed. But what is a blind spot? How can you identify one? Most importantly, how does both too much optimism and too much cynicism potentially lead us down a path of self-sabotage? What if I told you there’s a more realistic tool we can use in order to enhance how we interact in groups, and with our goals? Today, we’re talking about this and more. Also - if you haven’t been to https://artofcoaching.com/blindspot/ yet, do so now! Believe me, we’ll be uncovering more about this exciting project soon, and you won’t want to miss out! Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Mon, December 28, 2020

E147 | Gabby Reece: Eliminating the Noise in Life and Leadership

Welcome to the final episode of 2020. We saved the best for last.  Burnt out from online webinars, Zoom meetings, and long-winded technical presentations? We are too. That’s why we cut the fluff and created something brand new. Introducing the inaugural (and virtual)...   Art of Coaching Communication and Leadership Strategy Summit! On March 20, 2021, hear top leaders from a range of professions share tactics and strategies for navigating communication challenges in our new normal. After all, the future belongs to those who learn diverse skills and combine them in creative ways.   Speaking of leaders at the top of their field... today we are joined by none other than pro beach volleyball legend, NY Times bestselling author, mother, model, coach, entrepreneur (Creator of HIGHX ® / Co-Founder of XPT ® ) and Nike’s first ever female spokesperson, Gabby Reece.  Having navigated the highest levels of sport, business, modeling and motherhood, Gabby is uniquely qualified to offer us real and actionable tools of the trade. Through her concision, efficiency and clarity, we learn why less is more and how to eliminate white noise.  We also discuss:  Knowing your limit and how to walk away Common traits of Gabby’s best/favorite coaches  Training concision and efficiency in communication How to “gain power by giving power” Connect with Gabby: Via her podcast: The Gabby Reece Show Via her website: https://www.gabriellereece.com/ Via Instagram: @gabbyreece   And while you’re still here... we are going to be releasing a brand new resource VERY SOON.  This is for the person who wants to have a greater impact but isn’t quite sure how or where to start. If you have the urge to provide more value and help more people, this toolkit will help you identify what you’re best at, who needs it, and how to get it to them.  Interested? We will be releasing information and dropping hints about Blindspot on our newsletter first. If you want to be in the know, click here .   

Mon, December 21, 2020

E146 | How To Deal With Overwhelm And Burnout

On March 21, 2021, we are hosting the inaugural (and virtual)...   Art of Coaching Communication and Leadership Strategy Summit! Hear leaders from a range of professions share essential tactics and strategies for navigating communication challenges in our new normal. After all, the future belongs to those who learn diverse skills and combine them in creative ways.   Sign up here! Now for today’s episode: “Those who burn the brightest amongst us are the most susceptible to having their flame put out...”  When I was 28, I woke up one morning and didn’t want to go to work. Confused and frustrated, I couldn’t figure out why. I still loved coaching but the days, routine and process had become tedious. As it turns out, I was dealing with burnout . Misunderstood and misinterpreted, the term “burnout” might be thrown around casually or referred to as “pop psychology”, but there are 50+ years of research detailing this psychological syndrome and how it afflicts the most dedicated among us. Whether or not you’ve dealt with burnout (or overwhelm), my hope is that today’s episode helps you identify, deal with and eventually eradicate it. We’ll dive deep into the research, covering: Causes and predictors (The Succumbing 6) Signs and manifestations (emotional, physical and work related) Solutions and remedies (FIRE model) The importance of “fit” between employer and employee If you want to dive deeper on all things burnout or have access to the resources mentioned in today’s episode (like the workplace RPE or FIRE assessment), be sure to check out our course VALUED . I created this resource to help professionals of all kinds create career viability and longevity. Other resources related to this episode: E56 - The Weaponization of Guilt & Not Being a Sucker  Our free webinar on how to get “unstuck” in your career

Thu, December 17, 2020

E145 | Navigating Politics In the Workplace

Today, we’re talking about what’s become a polarizing and almost dirty word: Politics.  But I’m not interested in debating election results or partisan policies. I want to discuss another kind of politics, one that gets less press…  micropolitics .  Micropolitics (also known as office politics) are the tactics we use every day to influence and manipulate a context to suit our needs. It might sound nefarious, but it’s completely human and often necessary to use these strategies when attempting to create change.  In this episode, I’ll break down the nuance between good and bad office politics and then offer an approach for identifying, navigating, and using them to your advantage. After all, it's not the tool, it's how you wield it.  If you’re interested in working on your ability to influence the people you lead, or if you’re struggling to navigate the politics of your work environment, we’d love to help. We now offer 1 on 1 communication training. Head to artofcoaching.com/mentoring to learn more. Check out the other episodes mentioned in today’s show: Episode 2: Culture: Myths, Facts and Tips   Episode 82: Barking Up the Wrong Tree and Social Capital Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, December 14, 2020

E144 | Tiffany Peltier: Coaching Adults vs. Kids - What's the Difference?

There’s a lot of talk about best practices when it comes to coaching children. But what about adults? What does the literature say? How do we optimize coaching for a more mature population? Today, we are joined by Tiffany Peltier, a retired 22-year veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard and current coach and adult educator. In addition to tactics and strategies to optimize adult learning, we discuss: Experience, Emotion and Exposure (& other challenges of coaching adults) How to talk to / coach “thinkers” vs. “feelers” Using the Experiential Learning Cycle Navigating jargon and power dynamics in the military   Tiffany is also a Masters Pan-American and National Olympic Lifting record holder in both lifts and total. She’s been a personal trainer for over 18 years, and a fitness coach/adult educator for over 10 years. Having earned a plethora of certifications related to fitness, nutrition, and neurological studies, she is currently acting as a Neuro Performance specialist with Z-Health. Her Master’s research is in coaching adult athletes using adult learning principles.   Connect with Tiffany: Via Instagram: @fit_w_tiff Via email: tiff.m.peltier@fitwtiff.com As we talked about on today’s show, there’s a lot to consider when optimizing an environment for different types of learners. Click here to check out my free online presentation on the subject! Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Thu, December 10, 2020

E143 | Can You Teach The Art Of Coaching?

People ask me all the time… Can the art of coaching be taught ?  The short answer is: yes, everyone can improve their ability to relate to others.  Unfortunately, like most things, it’s not that simple.  In today’s quick hitter we’ll describe who can and can’t be taught the art of coaching (hint: it’s not everyone), and how to guide someone through the process of learning how to better relate, communicate and build buy-in. We cover:  The one question you must ask yourself before teaching the art of coaching How to get a baseline on the people you lead Tips for understanding their context and environment Finding and closing the "perceptual gap" If this was helpful but you want more, we have a whole library of FREE resources to help you teach the art of coaching!  Be sure to check out:  The Communication Field Guide The Ultimate Intern Guide   "Creating The Optimal Coaching Environment" Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, December 07, 2020

E142 | Nate Hoffmeister: Dealing with Divorce: A Leader’s Guide

On this show we don’t shy away from sensitive topics. We aim to bring you real, honest and important conversations. Today’s episode is exactly that. Nate Hoffmeister is a father, husband, coach, and entrepreneur. But he’s also a divorced dad of two. And while this is a narrative shared by many, there are few who have been willing to publicly talk about their experience. Even if his story of divorce doesn’t speak to you directly, his vulnerability, candor and lessons learned will definitely reframe how you approach ALL relationships.  Join our conversation as we discuss: The stigma men face when asking for help  What happens when you fail to practice what you preach… Reframing divorce and the positives of heartbreak  Counseling - is it for me? Talking to kids about divorce  Nate isn’t just a great storyteller and human being, he’s also the creator of an incredible community that supports and educates men who are navigating broken situations including the prison system and divorce. Click here to learn more! Connect with Nate: Via his website:  http://www.n-eight.net/ Via Instagram: @the.n.8 If you’re struggling with a difficult situation in your job or career, we’d also encourage you to check out our FREE webinar Unstuck or our online course, VALUED . Together, these resources will provide you with the tools you need to deal with burnout, provide more value, negotiate contracts, create a safety net, prepare for job transitions, and MORE!

Fri, December 04, 2020

E141 | Brendan Kane: Hook Point- How To Stand Out in a 3-Second World

What would you say or do if you only had 3 seconds to grab someone’s attention? In other words, what’s your Hook Point? These days, attention is a form of currency.  And with the number of stimuli fighting for this attention, one needs to find a way to stand out from the crowd. Without it, it won't matter if you provide something of value - no one will hear you. Luckily, today’s guest can teach us how to do this in an authentic, non-”salesy” way. Brendan Kane is an outside of the box thinker, speaker and author who empowers brands to scale by helping them stand out and beat competition in crowded and oversaturated markets. He is the author of the international best-selling book One Million Followers and the newly released Hook Point: How To Stand Out In A 3 Second World, as well as the founder and CEO of the Hook Point agency. Brendan has worked with hundreds of individuals and brands providing business and digital strategy for more than 15 years, including MTV, Taylor Swift, Rhianna and many others. Today we talk about: Crafting your hook point without being cheesy or “salesy” Social media and personal branding 101 The secret to authentically reaching more people with your content Why you should get rid of your slide deck and listen Connect with Brendan Via his book: https://book.hookpoint.com/ Via Instagram: @brendankane If you want to learn more about social media and branding, we have another great episode for you! Click here to listen to Shanté Cofield discuss her strategies for mastering the social media market. In this episode you’ll hear Brendan discuss the importance of listening and asking great questions. Check out my latest blog for a breakdown on the 5 types of listening that every leader must learn. Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, November 30, 2020

E141 | Brendan Kane: Hook Point- How To Stand Out in a 3-Second World

What would you say or do if you only had 3 seconds to grab someone’s attention? In other words, what’s your Hook Point? These days, attention is a form of currency.  And with the number of stimuli fighting for this attention, one needs to find a way to stand out from the crowd. Without it, it won't matter if you provide something of value - no one will hear you. Luckily, today’s guest can teach us how to do this in an authentic, non-”salesy” way. Brendan Kane is an outside of the box thinker, speaker and author who empowers brands to scale by helping them stand out and beat competition in crowded and oversaturated markets. He is the author of the international best-selling book One Million Followers and the newly released Hook Point: How To Stand Out In A 3 Second World, as well as the founder and CEO of the Hook Point agency. Brendan has worked with hundreds of individuals and brands providing business and digital strategy for more than 15 years, including MTV, Taylor Swift, Rhianna and many others. Today we talk about: Crafting your hook point without being cheesy or “salesy” Social media and personal branding 101 The secret to authentically reaching more people with your content Why you should get rid of your slide deck and listen Connect with Brendan Via his book: https://book.hookpoint.com/ Via Instagram: @brendankane If you want to learn more about social media and branding, we have another great episode for you! Click here to listen to Shanté Cofield discuss her strategies for mastering the social media market. In this episode you’ll hear Brendan discuss the importance of listening and asking great questions. Check out my latest blog for a breakdown on the 5 types of listening that every leader must learn. Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoachi

Mon, November 23, 2020

E140 | Kara Shull: Improving Mental and Physical Health in Children

If you’re reading this, it’s not too late… (well, unless it’s after November 27th, 2020). THIS IS YOUR LAST CHANCE for 50% OFF ALL DIGITAL COURSES. Use code 'GRATEFUL50' at https://artofcoaching.com/courses/ . I think we can all agree that children need to move, play and explore. But that’s just the start. They also need to develop physical literacy: the ability to perform basic movement skills and the motivation to prioritize an active lifestyle. These qualities aren’t just "nice to have"... they are absolutely essential for physical, cognitive and social development. And if that wasn’t enough, research has shown that physical literacy is associated with the ability to thrive and participate productively in society! Unfortunately, opportunities to develop these qualities are dwindling. And that’s exactly why I wanted to invite today’s guest on the show… Kara Shull (DPT, CSCS) and her non-profit, MOVEMENT2BE , are taking their expertise to underserved communities and providing “movement experiences”. Their mission is to make movement fun and accessible while also teaching the next generation of leaders how to promote these behaviors. In today’s episode, we discuss: How to engage in “serious play” The role of communication in getting kids to buy-in Why if you can coach a kid, you can coach any adult... The psychosocial aspects of movement and wellness Connect with Kara and MOVEMENT2BE: Via their website: www.movement2be.com Via Instagram: @movement2be Via her website: https://www.movement2live.com/ Via her instagram: @movement2live If you enjoyed this episode and want even more information about training youth athletes, be sure to check out our episode with Jim Kielbaso . Jefferies, Philip, et al. “Physical Literacy and Resilience in Children and Youth.” Frontiers in Public Health, vol. 7, 2019, doi:10.3389/fpubh.2019.00346.  

Mon, November 16, 2020

E139 | Gunnar Peterson: Setting Expectations and Creating a Memorable Experience

We know you came for Gunnar, but while you’re here… Now through November 27th, we are offering 50% OFF ALL DIGITAL COURSES. Use code 'GRATEFUL50' at  https://artofcoaching.com/courses/ . Already taken both? There’s a season of gift giving around the corner and we hear they do well under the tree… Okay, on to the show. Gunnar Peterson might work in LA but he’s in no way “Hollywood”. On the contrary, we brought him on to help us dismantle some leadership BS. Do leaders wield influence? Yes. Are they held to a higher standard? Yeah. Are they accountable to people other than themselves? Absolutely. And it’s for these reasons that we’re talking to Gunnar about the need to set expectations and boundaries around time, create routines and habits to juggle life and work, and be authentic in a world that wants to pin you with a label. We also discuss: Why he’s okay being called a “personal trainer” (when many in coaching aren’t) The difference between living in Hollywood and “acting Hollywood” How to grade yourself on your use of different communication platforms Communication as a way to clarify boundaries and set expectations Gunnar is a Beverly Hills-based personal trainer whose clients include celebrities, professional athletes, and everyday people. Gunnar is also the Los Angeles Lakers’ Director of Strength and Endurance. With over 28 years in the fitness industry, Gunnar’s dynamic approach, boundless energy and (sometimes risky) humor only add to the effectiveness of the experience his clients enjoy. With a client list as diverse as his training methods, Gunnar emphasizes strength training modalities that can be transferred from the gym to daily life, from training camp to championship game. Connect with Gunnar: Via his website:  www.gunnarpeterson.com Via Instagram:  @gunnarfitness

Mon, November 09, 2020

E138 | Kendell Bachik: Conquering Life, Business, and Motherhood From A Wheelchair

Hey guys, just a quick reminder… Now through November 27th, we are offering 50% OFF ALL DIGITAL COURSES . Use code 'GRATEFUL50' at  https://artofcoaching.com/courses/ Speaking of being grateful… In 2009 a reckless driver lost control of his vehicle. The aftermath was a scene of twisted metal, blurred memories and a life forever altered. Kendell Bachik was paralyzed. Rather than sink into darkness and accept the limitations echoed by many, Kendell focused on healing and proving naysayers wrong. Electing to look at therapies that were "outside the box”, Kendell trusted her recovery with strength coaches. Fast forward 2.5 years, she opened REACT, a neurological performance training facility. Her goal was to give others hope through her story, at a place where you felt "it" the moment you entered. She and her husband now lead a collective of coaches and therapists where people fighting neurological injury and disease come to defy the odds. Kendell and I cover: What it’s like to be a mom, wife and business owner from a wheelchair “Addressing the human, not the condition” Why she will always choose compassion over empathy Can generating motion artificially build momentum organically? Connect with Kendell: Via her websites:  http://www.neuroreaction.org/ AND  bachikmethods.com Via Instagram:  @neuroreaction AND  @mrs.bachik_methods Via Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/REACTdallas/

Thu, November 05, 2020

E137 | Greg Adamson: Downfalls of Servant Based Leadership

As a thank you for listening, we are offering 50% OFF ALL DIGITAL COURSES THROUGH NOVEMBER 27TH, 2020. Use code 'GRATEFUL50' at https://artofcoaching.com/courses/ “Servant based leadership is easy to say but hard to define.” Often overused and oversimplified, the term “servant based” has become synonymous with what you see on motivational posters, hear in inspirational soundbites and even the word leadership itself. In reality, it’s just one of many styles. And because leadership is not one-size fits all, we’re talking to Greg Adamson about the importance of understanding the labels we use, seeking to understand the needs of the people we lead and finding strategies that best fit each context. Greg is the Associate Director of Olympic Sports Performance at the University of Tennessee, where he works with swimming and diving, women's soccer and men's golf. During his tenure he has also worked with the football and rowing programs. Prior to UT, Greg spent time at Winthrop University with women's basketball, baseball, men's & women's soccer, track and field, men's tennis, and lacrosse and as a graduate assistant at Central Michigan. He received his Master of Arts in Sport Administration from Central Michigan in 2010. In this episode we dive into: The importance of questioning terms, labels and assumptions before adopting them Why a one-size fits all approach won’t allow you to truly “serve” the people you lead The case for getting our hands dirty and the need for more “imperfect leaders” How to consider the role of the follower in the leadership equation Connect w/ Greg: Via Twitter: @UTCoachGreg Via Instagram: @UTCoachGreg Via  email: greg.adamson@utk.edu  

Mon, November 02, 2020

E136 | Dealing With Pushy Sport Parents

We’ve all experienced the individual that’s a little overzealous or involved when it comes to their child’s sport. Whether you’re a coach or fellow parent, how do you deal with this person? Is it possible to have productive conversations and change their behavior? Is it even worth our time? The answer to these questions is (in most cases) a resounding yes. It just requires some extra research, tact and self (yes, self) awareness.  In this episode, I’ll give you practical tips for: Recognizing the fundamental attribution error when addressing parents Asking better questions to understand their behavior When, where and how to have the hard conversation Achieving a productive result by making them part of the process Effectively dealing with pushy sport parents comes back to the principles of  Research, Relate and Reframe - the same ones I write about in my book, Conscious Coaching. If you haven’t picked up your copy you can do so by  clicking here !  For more on having hard conversations, generating better buy-in and tailoring your message to the person you’re dealing with, check out our online course,  Bought In .  Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program  here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram:  @coach_BrettB Via Twitter:  @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel  here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At:  www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Thu, October 29, 2020

E135 | Shanté Cofield: Social Media Strategy 101

Do you use social media or does it use you? Whether you’re a small business owner like myself or an individual trying to develop their brand, social media can be a powerful tool. But if you have an interest in reaching more people and doing so authentically, having a strategy is essential. Today, we are talking to The Movement Maestro (Shanté Cofield) about building a loyal following, choosing your platform, why you DON’T want to go viral and the importance of humor. If you’ve ever felt fake, overwhelmed or generally wary when interacting on social media, you’re not going to want to miss this episode. Physical therapist turned entrepreneur, Dr. Shanté Cofield, aka The Movement Maestro, is the founder of The Movement Maestro LLC, a social-media based company that provides both online and in-person education for movement professionals around the world. Shanté’s passion for digital business has helped her amass a social media following of over 57,000 people, become an international speaker, and launch her own podcast, Maestro on the Mic. Shanté’s professional pursuits now center around providing business coaching to movement professionals, with a focus on brand strategy and community development in the ever-growing digital marketplace. Connect with The Movement Maestro: Via Instagram: @themovementmaestro Via her website: https://themovementmaestro.com/ As you heard in the intro, we are going to be releasing a brand new resource VERY SOON. This is for the person who wants to impact more people but isn’t quite sure how to make it happen. Let’s say you have an idea (book, podcast, course) but you don’t know how to unveil or market it. We will help you find what you’re best at, who needs it, and how to get it to them. Interested? We are going to be leaking information and dropping hints about this release on our newsletter first. So if you want to be in the know, click here . Signing up couldn’t be easier!

Mon, October 26, 2020

E134 | Stephen Pak: Adaptable Leadership in the Workplace and Beyond

As with most things in life, context matters. And whether we intend to or not, our behavior changes depending on our current environment. Yes, being ourselves is important, but it’s not realistic (nor effective) to behave the same way in every situation. Instead, mastering the ability to adapt is key to executing our roles successfully. Stephen Pak has spent his life mastering the art of adaptability. Now a retired Major in the Air Force Reserves, Stephen spent 12 years active duty working as SWAT team leader and later a Special Agent in the Office of Special Investigations where he specialized in Counterintelligence Operations to disrupt spy and terrorist efforts domestically and abroad. After leaving active duty he spent time working on strategy consulting for intelligence agencies and Fortune 500 companies. He spent just under five years leading different businesses at Amazon and currently leads teams at Facebook making products safer for the community. Stephen and I cover: Context switching and how to be the best version of yourself in each role How communication changes as you move up the leadership ladder Managing stigma, expectations and assumptions when switching careers Effectively leveraging past experiences to get the next job Connect with Stephen: Via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenpak/ If you’re looking for ways to practice adaptability, the BEST place to do so is at one of our Apprenticeships. After teaching you the skills you need to adapt to difficult situations, we will throw you into a multitude of different and challenging contexts. Unlike many conferences/seminars, we don’t just lecture - we learn through experience. Head to https://artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship/ for more information! Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com    

Thu, October 22, 2020

E133 | Taking Responsibility for Your Own Growth

There’s no doubt that we are in an unprecedented age of virtual meetings, webinars, and presentations. The goal of this episode is to give the DNA of what makes a great experience and offer a wake-up call for anyone who has not been taking advantage of these experiences; whether you are leading or attending! If you find yourself constantly disappointed and not getting what you want from meetings, calls, or presentations there’s a reason for that: It’s YOU! We have lost a sense of accountability in being responsible for our own experience and the results (or lack thereof) that follow. In this quick-hitter I cover tips and strategies on how to organize calls, foster trust & vulnerability between those involved, assess the call’s effectiveness, and maximize everyone’s time. Every single one of us has the opportunity to contribute something at the level that we want. But it will not happen if you are passive and your mindset isn’t in the right place. At Art of Coaching, we aren’t exempt from this! We apply all of these principles in our Coalition mentoring program . If you’re tired of feeling stuck in your personal or professional life, frustrated with your own self-limiting beliefs, and are searching for a community, fill out an application .

Mon, October 19, 2020

E132 | Jonathan Goodman: How To Build, Lead, and Manage Remote Teams

Building and growing a company is no easy feat, not to mention trying to do so with a remote team. How do you ensure you’re hiring the right people? What can you do to keep everyone on the same page? Our guest today is uniquely qualified to answer these questions and more. Jonathan Goodman is the founder of the Personal Trainer Development Center and Online Trainer Academy Certification . He’s authored 11 books and lived in ten countries. His new podcast Online Trainer Show is part comedy, part education and you can listen on iTunes, Spotify, or YouTube. Even if you don’t run your own company, you’re sure to get something out of Jonathan’s description of Jobs to Be Done. We uncover why clarifying how your customers/clients really use your product/service can completely redefine how you approach your job. And, don’t miss Jonathan’s very unique way of screening interview candidates - you just might get a few ideas... Connect with Jonathan: Via his podcast: Online Trainer Show Via his Online Trainer Academy: https://www.theptdc.com/online-trainer-academy-certification Via Instagram: @jonathan_goodman101 AND @theptdc Via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theptdc One final note... whether you’re looking for a tool to understand if a candidate will be a good fit for your company, or you just want to discover what makes your team tick, check out our new DRIVES QUIZ !  This short assessment can lead to better understanding, awareness and buy-in from all parties.  

Thu, October 15, 2020

E131 | Quentin Pullen: The Overton Window

“Leaders are lifelong learners” is a statement that resonates with many of us who are on a journey to continually redefine ourselves. There are few people who exemplify this more than today’s guest, Quentin Pullen. After serving in both the Marines and the Navy, working as a manual therapist for 25 years, and starting a small business, Quentin is running for mayor Costa Mesa, California! Quentin shares the keys that have allowed him to adapt to many different environments and situations throughout his life. And, yes, we talk politics in this episode but it’s NOT what you think! Rather than political parties, we discuss what politics means in terms of overcoming obstacles in your community, how to gracefully deal with stigma & bias, and the conversations we  should be having. Other topics we get into include: How engaging with your community is the key to building trust and standing out Keeping your cool when being marginalized or personally insulted Overcoming Imposter Phenomenon when stepping into new arenas Why coaches are actually the  most qualified to crossover into other professions How to build a team of people that will spur continued growth Where you can follow and connect with Quentin: Website:  qthepeople.com Instagram: @q_the_people We are very thankful for everyone who reaches out wanting to help and support the podcast. One of the easiest and best ways you can help is to leave a review on iTunes. It  does help new listeners find us! If reviews aren’t your thing, you can also become a patron by clicking the button below. Any amount truly does help and goes back into running the podcast.

Mon, October 12, 2020

E130 | How Understanding Drives Helps Build Buy-In

Why do we do the things we do? What influences the way we act, the method through which we communicate, the people we surround ourselves with…? We are complex creatures, and to better understand our behavior, we need to better understand what drives us. Through this enhanced understanding, we become more effective as communicators, and ultimately as leaders. We all do the things we do for a reason; some of these reasons may be subconscious, but they are not by accident. Getting to the root of what drives your behavior can be difficult, so we created a resource that can help you take that first step toward understanding. Click here to take our BRAND NEW QUIZ and find out what makes you tick! As I said before, we are complex creatures. So yes, use this quiz to understand your primary drive. But then take it again. Take it when you’re stressed, when you’re excited… After all, drives are fluid and context dependent. And don’t stop there! Once you’ve had enough fun, give it to your colleagues so you can better understand how to motivate them and generate buy-in. Heck, even use it on your kids and your loved ones to gain insight on how to be a better parent / partner. Remember, the quiz is just a starting point. No one fits neatly into one category. Life and social nature cannot be forced into a vacuum and this is just one piece of the puzzle. If you’re still struggling with becoming a better communicator, we can help you. Head to  artofocaching/communication for more. Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program  here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram:  @coach_BrettB Via Twitter:  @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel  here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At:  www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Thu, October 08, 2020

E129 | Matt Marcinek: Turning A Disability Into A Coaching Superpower

Imagine being diagnosed with a disorder at a very young age, having doctors write you off, and learning that your parents were advised to put you in a facility and to move on with their lives. This is essentially what today’s guest, Matt Marcinek, went through. After being diagnosed with cerebral palsy at 9 months of age, neurologists suggested that his parents admit him to a care facility because he might not be able to walk, talk, or perform daily tasks on his own. His parents chose a different path. Matt has not only proven the neurologists wrong by overcoming many of their doubts, but in the process has become an elite coach and fierce competitor. He is a brown belt in judo and, since the time of this recording, has earned his brown belt in jiu jitsu. In addition to competing, he is the owner of Marcinek Peak Performance Systems and specializes in teaching jiu jitsu to 4-6 year olds. On top of that, he has a master’s degree in psychology and educational counseling. Today’s episode is all about how you can turn strife & struggle into strategy. Matt shares how he was able to own his situation, gain perspective, and use that to build advantages throughout his life. He gets very tactical on how you can do the same. Matt and I also discuss: How to start and approach difficult conversations Overcoming obstacles without complaining Why creativity makes you a better coach Dealing with imposter phenomenon, anger, and vulnerability Connect with Matt: Website: https://www.mattmarcinek.com/ Instagram: @marcinek_peakperformance If you believe in the message of today’s episode and are wanting to learn even more tactical communication skills, our Apprenticeship Communication Workshops are back on! These are 2-day workshops of 10-15 people that are 100% focused on the development of interpersonal skills and preparing for life’s biggest moments. We accomplish this via situational role playing, video breakdowns, peer evaluations, and small group discussions. You will not be sitting and listening to powerpoint presentations! We get you in the trenches and create a safe place to fail. Learn more about the Apprenticeship Communication Workshop here: https://artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship/ Apply to host your own event here: https://artofcoaching.com/host-a-live-aoc-apprenticeship/

Mon, October 05, 2020

E128 | Scott Livingston: How To Bring More Value To Others

Guess who’s back, back again. Scotty’s back, tell a friend. No, seriously! Today, our first repeat guest is here to talk more about developing the skill of self-reflection (why a dark room and soothing music won’t do it for everyone), long lines at Costco and Mt. Everest, love languages and much, much more. We cover: Practicing self-reflection “in action” How to be more of a human being and less of a “human-doer” Why the need to earn an income prevents us from practicing communication Observation: why you can’t just trust what someone’s saying If you haven’t listened to his first episode , here’s a brief recap: Scott Livingston is a designer of human and organizational performance solutions who has worked in the high-performance sports world for more than thirty years. He has trained and re-built athletes at every level (including multiple Olympic and World Cup medalists). He worked for eleven seasons in the National Hockey League as an athletic therapist and strength and conditioning coach and now co-owns ReconditioningHQ.com , an educational business dedicated to teaching leading edge practices in performance and reconditioning. His newest passion is his podcast, Leave Your Mark , where he interviews people from all walks of human performance exploring their personal life stories. Connect with Scott: Via his website: https://reconditioninghq.com/ Via his podcast: Leave Your Mark Via his Twitter: @builtbyscott Scott has an incredibly interesting take on why we are able to recognize communication as an important skill but still don’t take the time to train it. If you’re like Scott and know this should be something you prioritize, come to our Apprenticeship ! We not only offer a safe place to fail, we provide scientifically backed assessments, video feedback and practical strategies you can take back to your friends,  family and staff. Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_Brett

Thu, October 01, 2020

E127 | How To Give The Most Effective Feedback

These days, the concept of feedback is akin to that of a song overplayed on the radio: initially intriguing but ultimately dismissed as cliche. In reality, good feedback is more like a dance; it requires two partners ready to engage in meaningful discourse. So what’s preventing us from participating in the dance and not just listening to the overplayed song? By and large, we don’t know how to properly give it, receive it, or ask for it. Today we are going to unpack what lies at the root of our issues with feedback and offer some practical strategies to overcome these challenges. In particular: Intrinsic feedback, augmented feedback, formative feedback… Where do I even begin? How to maximize FIT between the person, the performance, and the persuasive appeal. Using the SHIP (specific, humble, interval-based, practical) analogy to give better feedback The worst thing you can do when asking for feedback When is it too much? Feedback dependence and clicker training If giving and receiving feedback is something you’ve struggled with, you’re in luck! We now offer 1 on 1 and small group communication training. Let us help you work through your personal obstacles by objectively evaluating your current practices and then providing personalized strategies tailored to your needs. The idea and importance of feedback isn’t going away; head to https://artofcoaching.com/communication to learn more. Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Mon, September 28, 2020

E126 | Eight Obstacles to Building Buy-In

Communication never happens by accident, yet so many accidents happen as a result of poor communication. Communication is not a singular act and it’s not something you can merely “pick-up” by watching an eloquent speaker. Communication is a skill. Communication is a strategic enterprise.  Communication is a process. Like any process, communication has many different components: components that span far beyond the simple verbal and non-verbal elements we hear so much about in pop-psychology tomes, textbooks, or leadership clinics. These components are not often recognized or thought of by the average individual because they aren’t taught despite the critical role they play in your ability to become a better communicator.  So join me today as I dive into the things we don’t hear as much about so we can gain a real edge on the past versions of ourselves and any external competition. The communication components we will cover today: Communicators Message Medium Channel Code Noise Feedback Context Just as a great detective looks for what is missing when it comes to solving a mystery, a great communicator looks to ensure they consider all of the components above when it comes to connecting with others. By the end of today’s episode, you will be able to identify where a miscommunication originated and have a better chance of preventing it from happening again! If this topic is of particular interest, you’ll LOVE our in person Apprenticeship. Click here to learn more! Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Thu, September 24, 2020

E125 | John Bartolo: Own Who You Are

Until you stop caring what people think, you’ll never be free. Luckily, John Bartolo reached that point a long time ago. So buckle your seatbelt and let’s dive headfirst into some controversial topics. Even if you disagree with John, I challenge you to stick around because he’s an expert conversationalist and as authentic as they get. Who knows, he might just change your mind... What kind of controversial topics? Glad you asked. We discuss: Cancel culture vs. “Karen” culture Situational narcissism as a prerequisite for leadership The argument for verifying every social media account Guns, germs and steel John is a defense industry executive and former CEO. He has spent a career training and working with the best in the fields of fitness, shooting and defensive tactics. He is also the host of “The John Bartolo Show” podcast which has featured countless well-known guests from the fields of fitness, politics, MMA and action sports. Today, John focuses on consulting with many different brands on a wide range of topics. Connect with John: Via his podcast: johnbartoloshow.com Via Instagram: @john_bartolo Via YouTube: John Bartolo Speaking of podcasts, if you’re a fan of the show you’re listening to right now *cough* Art of Coaching Podcast *cough, cough* and want to hear more, give us an honest review. Believe it or not, the simple act of leaving a comment or rating helps us grow and reach a greater audience.  If you REALLY like our show and might be interested in sponsoring it, click here and fill out an application today! Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Mon, September 21, 2020

E124 | Clint Martin: Race, Growth, and Making Yourself Essential

On this podcast, we don’t shy away from controversial topics and we love interviewing people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. In this episode, University of Texas strength & conditioning coach Clint Martin shares how he battles the perpetuation of stereotypes and how non-minority populations can better understand the role that race plays in the modern workplace. We also discuss: How to walk the line between allowing individual expression while holding standards If coaches should alter their communication style based on an athlete’s background What coaches should be doing to provide uncommon value during & after COVID Mistakes to avoid when trying to gain an edge in your career What you can learn from non-traditional sources of education Clint also does a great job thinking on his feet for improv games, Devil’s Advocate, and providing thoughtful answers for who his favorite villains are (that’s right- he has more than one!). He has a ton of gold nuggets to share and there’s no doubt you will learn a lot in this episode! Connect with Clint: Email: clint.martin@utexas.edu Twitter: @MrCMar10 Instagram: clintmar10 Throughout this episode, we talk a lot about building buy-in. If you read Conscious Coaching and want to dive deeper into the principles of building buy-in, we have an online course called Bought-In which does just that. This course is NOT just for strength coaches. Whether you’re an executive, manager, researcher, student, or parent, the principles of communication are the same! If you want to communicate more clearly, improve your relationships, and be a more effective leader, check out Bought-In !  

Thu, September 17, 2020

E123 | Ryan Donahue: Conscious Coaching For Clinicians

Do you move or do you maneuver? Before you answer, consider the following: anyone can move; maneuvering involves intent and iteration. Now ask yourself a slightly different question. Do you talk or do you communicate? Same rules apply. Communication, like maneuvering, requires strategy and feedback. On today’s show we are joined by someone seeking to help an elite organization better maneuver AND communicate: Ryan Donahue of the San Francisco 49ers. We also talk about: Evaluating communication in a multi-tiered organization. Is it even possible? Delivering negative news positively Polos and logos: removing the veil of credibility Identifying and correcting asymmetries in your continuing education   Ryan is in his sixth year with the 49ers as the team’s reconditioning coordinator. He is a licensed physical therapist, Board Certified Sports Physical Therapist (SCS) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Before joining the 49ers, Donahue was a physical therapist at the Andrews Institute for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Gulf Breeze, FL where he provided rehabilitation for athletes in the NFL, NBA, MLB, Olympic Teams as well as US Special Forces and general population. Ryan has also spent time at Northeastern University, EXOS, UConn, UNC Chapel Hill and Mike Boyle Strength & Conditioning. Connect with Ryan: Via LinkedIn: Ryan Donahue Via email: ryan.donahue@49ers.com As you heard today, the only way to get real feedback on communication is to be evaluated as you are performing the skill. Our Apprenticeships ™ are just that. We create a safe space where professionals from all fields can practice (and fail) while receiving a scientifically validated assessment. What are you waiting for? Join us at our next event! Click the link to learn more. Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, September 14, 2020

E122 | Chris Duffin: Flawed But Never Broken

Some would say when struggle meets adaptability, creativity flourishes. Our guest, Chris Duffin, perfectly embodies that sentiment. So if you think his bio is impressive, just wait till you hear what he battled to get to where he is today… Previously ranked #1 in the world in various powerlifting disciplines, Chris has held numerous world records. Now retired, he is known for his industry-changing innovations and education in the strength and clinical worlds. In addition to Kabuki Strength , Chris co-founded BuildFast Formula for supplementation and nutrition and Bearfoot Athletics to optimize the human to ground interface. He is also a best-selling author and former executive in the automotive, aerospace, heavy equipment, and high-tech manufacturing industries. On today’s show we discuss: Transitional moments and “the practice of living in fear” Where Chris goes to be creative and unwind (and other hot tub stories) The role of a "Chief Visionary Officer" Abnormalcy and other traits key historical figures have in common... Connect with Chris: Via his website: https://christopherduffin.com/ Via Instagram: @mad_scientist_duffin Via LinkedIn: Chris Duffin It seems adaptability is becoming the theme of 2020. Luckily, Chris’s companies are experts in this field. If you’re looking for uniquely designed and expertly engineered equipment better suited to your new normal, check out Kabuki Strength . From one small business to another, we can’t recommend their products enough. While you’re at it, make sure to apply for our Apprenticeships (more coming soon!). Also, don’t forget that our online courses are open for enrollment . Take advantage of the opportunity to build your edge as a communicator now! Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/

Thu, September 10, 2020

E121 | What To Do When You Can't Find A Job In Your Field

Quality resume, solid references, abundant certifications and still can’t find a job in your field? Truth is, it’s probably not a matter of being “good enough” or having the proper letters after your name. So instead of rewriting that cover letter for the 15th time, let’s discuss what will actually help you land the job you want... Join me as I cover: What you’ll need in addition to a great resume… How to find positions that actually fit your experience / skills Living in the age of the “24/7” interview Social media: helpful or hurtful when looking for jobs? Guys, this episode is just the tip of the iceberg. If you want the go-to guide for all things finding, solidifying and maximizing the job, check out our online course - Valued . This resource will teach you the skills you need to become irreplaceable within your organization. Not sure when to look for that next job or feeling undervalued in your current one? You’re in the right place… This free webinar will help you get “un-stuck” in your career . If these tools still aren’t enough, here are a few more great (& FREE) resources: E99: Steven Moser: “Getting The Job and Nailing The Interview” “How To Get Ahead In Your Career” & other AoC YouTube content   Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, September 07, 2020

E120 | Joel Raether: Credibility and Capability

It can be an incredibly insightful exercise to look for common threads between the different roles we occupy in our lives. What draws us to those vocations and occupations? Does expertise in one lead to skill in another? Listen as our guest Joel Raether uncovers many interesting parallels between his passion for the outdoors, dog training and coaching. We also cover: What “flat-landers” get wrong about training at altitude High performance in a sedentary population? Credibility and capability - do I still need to be deadlifting at 40? “Stop making heroes out of haters!” Joel is a managing partner of FAST performance in Denver, CO. He’s also the Head of Performance for Colorado Mammoth Lacrosse, the Owner of Hunt Hike Harvest Outdoors, and an Author, Consultant and International Presenter. On today’s show, you’ll hear Joel talk about the importance of researching and tinkering in both outdoor adventuring and coaching. If you want to learn more about how these skills can help you in your domain, check out my book Conscious Coaching . Not only will you be able to better understand what motivates your audience, it’ll help you authentically build better relationships. After all, better interactions lead to better interventions. Connect with Joel: Via his websites: www.hunthikeharvest.com and www.fastcolorado.com Via Twitter: @Compete4Life Via Instagram: @joelraether  

Thu, September 03, 2020

E119 | Stewart Venable: What Leavenworth Prison and Leadership Have in Common

If you’ve followed this show long enough, you know that we don’t pull punches. Well, this one is going to test even our own limits… On today’s episode, Stewart Venable shares unfiltered stories about his time working as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Penitentiary (Leavenworth, KS). We hear how he relied on principles of impression management, non-verbal communication and dark sided leadership to tackle even the most tenuous of situations. In addition to his time as a Federal Law Enforcement Officer, Stewart is a U.S. Army Veteran, former collegiate S&C Coach, private facility owner and currently the Head S&C Coach and a P.E. Teacher for North Star High School in Lincoln, Nebraska. Want to learn more about the communication tactics Stewart utilized in both law enforcement and coaching? Check out our newest resource: 1 on 1 communication training. Whatever your goals, let us help you get to the next level with customized communication coaching plans and assessments. Start by heading to   artofcoaching.com/communication for more information! Connect with Stewart: Via Twitter:  @CoachVenable1 Via Instagram:  @coach_venable Via email: svenable@lps.org You can also check out our other offerings below: Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program  here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram:  @coach_BrettB Via Twitter:  @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel  here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At:  www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Mon, August 31, 2020

E118 | Ben Newman: The Burn

Think about the last goal you set. Does it scare you? Is there a possibility you could fail? Today’s guest Ben Newman challenges us all to stop protecting ourselves with our goals and push past self-imposed limits. Also in this episode: Connecting to your “burn” The 30 day challenge - what are you ACTUALLY capable of? Why we all need a coach Doing “un-required” things to take us to the next level Ben is a highly regarded performance coach, international speaker and best-selling author. His clients include Fortune 500 companies around the world, business executives, sales organizations and professional athletes in the NFL, PGA, NBA, MLB, UFC and NCAA. He also serves as a Mental Conditioning Coach for the 17-time National Champion Alabama Crimson Tide football team and has worked with players from the last 3 Super Bowl Champion teams. If your goal is to be a better communicator, add more value to your organization, or secure a financially stable future for you and your family… Take a moment and ask yourself: what are you actually doing to make that happen? What if we take Ben’s advice, stop protecting ourselves and instead try something new and bold? Still unsure where to start? We’re here to help. Our online courses Bought In and Valued are a GREAT way to push yourself past where you’ve been before and work toward those difficult but achievable goals. Connect with Ben: Via his website: www.BenNewman.net Via Twitter: @ContinuedFight Via Instagram: @continuedfight  

Thu, August 27, 2020

E117 | Impression Management in Leadership & Life

The brands we wear, the foods we eat, the people we associate with, the way we act in public… These are all ways we consciously (and often subconsciously) control others’ perception of us. But we don’t have just one “authentic self” to portray. We are like actors playing many roles, in a constant state of flux depending on our context. Awareness of this outward expression, or as we like to say, impression management, can help us understand how our public image is tied to our ability to reach desired goals. On today’s episode we’ll discuss: The reasons for our curated self-presentation The 6 types we exhibit most and why they work How to refine our current impression management strategies If you made it to the end of the show you know that we have some EXCITING NEWS! We are now offering virtual communication coaching. From free 30-minute discovery calls to custom coaching plans, we have just what you need to take your communication practices to the next level. So... if you enjoyed this episode and want to go further down the rabbit hole of impression management or want to enhance your communication skills in any way, head to artofcoaching.com/communication for more information! You can also check out our other offerings below: Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Mon, August 24, 2020

E116 | Jessica Hagy: Visual Storytelling & Making Sense of Chaos

What do index cards, rap names, and velvet pants have in common? I'll let Jessica Hagy tell you. If that’s not enough of a reason to listen, join us as we learn how our guest uses visual storytelling and humor to make complex topics accessible. Today we cover: Finding patterns within seemingly disparate topics “Serial killer walls” and other great ways to find connection / build relationships How trashy tv can help your creativity Why tinkering is an essential and marketable skill “Sniglet” and other words that don’t exist but should... Jessica is an artist and writer best known for her Webby Award-winning blog, “Indexed” .  Her work has been described as “deceptively simple,” “undeniably brilliant,” and “our favorite reason for the Internet to exist.” She’s the author of How to Be Interesting and The Art of War Visualized, among others. As a storyteller, she uses humor and simple visuals to explain and make even the most complex concepts immediately accessible and relevant. Her cartoons have appeared in the New York Times, a blog for Smithsonian, an online column for Forbes and many other major outlets. Connect with Jessica: Via her website: https://jessicahagy.info/ Via her (world famous) visual blog: https://thisisindexed.com/ Via Twitter: @jessicahagy Via her TEDx Talk: http://www.tedxcolumbus.com/portfolios/jessica-hagy/ You can also check out our other offerings below: Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Thu, August 20, 2020

E115 | Adam Griffin: Turning Pro

Let’s cut right to the chase... This is one of the most candid episodes we’ve ever released. Not only does Adam Griffin open up about significant personal obstacles, he walks us through his unique method of processing emotion and how a particular pizza order led him to a new perspective on compassion. We also discuss: Adam’s best practices for promoting professionalism in a remote setting Transforming raw candor/emotion into something actionable The Guy at the Bar Why he writes and how to ‘steal like an artist’ Adam is an author, sales leader, and entrepreneur. In addition to leading Enterprise Sales for Automattic (one of the largest remote workforces in the world), Adam writes about how to create the best version of ourselves. His work has been featured on Men’s Journal, INC.com, The Huffington Post, Men’s Fitness, Lifehack, and Entrepreneur On Fire. He is the founder of The Vitruvian Project , Better Than Yesterday Publishing and former founder of Bodeefit, a fitness community of over 500,000 people worldwide. As you’ll see, Adam excels in many different professional domains. If you’re ready to take the next step on your own project or idea, let The Coalition™ community help. Our small groups foster accountability while working toward specific goals. And with 3 tiers of mentorship designed to fit your level of ambition, there’s a group just for you! To get started today visit: https://artofcoaching.com/coalition/ Connect with Adam: Via his Websites: https://vitruvianproject.co/ AND http://adamgriff.in/ You can also check out our other offerings below: Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Mon, August 17, 2020

E114 | Tex McQuilkin: Resources Vs Resourcefulness

Chances are this global pandemic has made you rethink your strategy and challenged your creativity. But is it your mindset holding you back, your resources, or both? Today we talk with Tex McQuilkin from Power Athlete about how to do more with less. Also on this episode: How Bruce Lee’s “Empty the Cup” can lead to better question asking 3 essential lessons for leadership success Employing a scarcity lifestyle with an abundance attitude How distance learning can prevent over-coaching Tex is the Co-Host of Power Athlete Radio and the Director of Training and Education for Power Athlete. A former collegiate lacrosse player, 4-year letter winner and 3-year team captain at Marymount University (VA), Tex transitioned into coaching following graduation. After working at his alma mater, Tex also served as a strength and conditioning coach at Georgetown University and The University of Texas (Austin). In addition to his work in the collegiate sector, he’s coached and implemented programs for tactical athletes including Naval Special Warfare and US Army XVIII Airborne Corps. Connect with Tex: Via Instagram: @mcquilkin Via Power Athlete’s website: academy.powerathletehq.com On today’s show, we discuss the right way to find and connect with a mentor. If you’ve ever wondered about this, our FREE guide will help you identify traits and behavior you should look for and provide you with scripts and sample emails so that you can come across respectfully and effectively every time. Check it out at artofocaching.com/findamentor With less access to in-person resources, we are looking to be more resourceful while reaching a wider audience. Like Tex and Power Athlete, providing online training with TrainHeroic’s digital platform allows us to devote more time to creating more content and producing other educational resources.  If you’re interested in workouts that you can do at home and with minimal resources, check out our online programs today! You can also check out our other offerings below: Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here <p dir="ltr"

Thu, August 13, 2020

E113 | Alena Luciani: Adversity, Loss, & Leadership in Coaching

Does experiencing loss or adversity make you a more effective leader? On today’s show, Alena Luciani and I discuss how trial and tribulation help us forge stronger relationships and facilitate better communication practices. Also on today’s episode: Exposure > vulnerability What to do when you see your biggest strength as a weakness How many training and nutrition certifications do we need? “Motivation is glamorized” A former athlete and collegiate strength coach, Alena is the founder and owner of Training 2XL, a business that offers mentorship masterminds, custom fitness/nutrition programming, small group training and “Cueing & Programming” clinics. She is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, USA Weightlifting Sport Performance Coach, and Precision Nutrition Level 1 Coach. Connect with Alena: Via Instagram: @training2XL Via Twitter: @AlenaLuciani Via her website: https://www.training2xl.com/ You asked, we listened! In addition to our in person communication workshop, The  Apprenticeship™ ( click here for more details ), we are now offering online communication training for professionals of all types. If you want feedback on your current communication practices or advice building a better skillset, let us help you. We have options ranging from a one time consultation to a three month mentorship. Email info@artofcoaching.com for more information. You can also check out our other offerings below! Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Mon, August 10, 2020

E112 | Finding and Developing Your Leadership Voice

Whether your main struggle is getting your point across in a clear and convincing manner, being able to build buy-in/trust more effectively and authentically, or simply being able to get into the minds of your staff so you can get everyone on the same page… It all boils down to how we communicate. Research makes it clear that more effective communicators see faster and longer-lasting progress within their careers. This comes as a byproduct of enhanced clarity, efficiency and ultimately cohesiveness when working with others- as well as being more relatable. But how can we do this if we feel like we have yet to find our “leadership voice?” How can those of us who want to be more helpful and useful to others, find a way to be heard and taken more seriously both within the organization we are a part of, and in our personal life? Today I’m talking about a framework that can not only help you find your leadership voice, but I’m also going to key you in on some research which may help you dictate how you can best shape it depending on the circumstances you encounter. Download and listen to this episode now to hear the 3 things you need to do in order to develop your leadership voice, and avoid getting lost in the pack amongst your peers. PS: If you’re the type that craves more hands on guidance and feedback, you may be an excellent fit for our Apprenticeship events which are hosted all over the world. These are intimate events that have featured leaders from more than 20 professions, all of which are focused on improving their communication skills and building a network of trusted professionals. Sign-up here to add more value to your current skill-set! You can also check out our other offerings below! Join Our Coalition Mentoring Program here Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com    

Thu, August 06, 2020

E111 | Luke Worthington: How To Say No & Managing Expectations

Do you ever feel like you’re being spread too thin? With the constant bombardment of emails, projects and meeting requests, it can be difficult to draw the line between wanting to help others and taking on too much. Today we are joined by Luke Worthington for a conversation about setting boundaries, the best ways to say “no” and protecting our most valuable resource, time. Speaking of time, we don’t want to waste yours. That’s why we created our newsletter. If you want the most up to date information on courses, in person events, discounts, and more, click here ! Don’t worry, we promise we won’t blow up your inbox... Also on today’s show: How to move "the sail and the wind" Luke’s journey to find his voice and values in one day How to say “no” and create boundaries without “big timing” people Disagreeing with Yoda Luke has over 20 years’ experience in the fitness industry. A former professional athlete, Luke is currently a Nike Trainer, qualified Sports Scientist and Strength and Conditioning Specialist with expertise in biomechanics and PRI methodology. Over the years his main areas of practice have moved from sports performance and rehab to general population fitness, to the unusual niche of applying strength and conditioning principles in the world of entertainment. Connect with Luke: Via his website: https://www.lukeworthington.com/ Via Instagram: @lukewtraining Via Twitter: @lukewtraining If you’re someone who struggles to allocate time for yourself, check out our online training programs. Designed for the individual who loves to train but can’t find the time to write a workout, these plans are simple and effective. To make things even easier, we’ve teamed up with TrainHeroic to provide you with an incredible online library of videos and digital coaching. Click here to get started today! Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now! Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel <a

Mon, August 03, 2020

E110 | Corey Beasley: Always Evolving

How do we adapt to this new world we live in? Do we go online? Shift strategies? Pivot and change careers? Today, Corey Beasley and I discuss what it actually looks like to evolve and innovate, and why done is better than perfect. Also in this episode: Tapping your network to gain the skills you lack The importance of defining and “knowing” your niche Starting your own business - is the reward worth the nonsense? Prototypes, software updates and constant improvement Corey is the founder of FightCampConditioning.com . He has been coaching for 20+ years and works with some of the best fighters from the UFC, Bellator, ADCC and more.  His ability to combine unconventional training methods with time tested strategies has allowed him to create fun and effective training programs for his athletes. While we’re on the topic of training programs, I’ll let you in on a secret… I was initially averse to online coaching.  But as you’ll hear in this episode, I evolved that mindset because I wanted to help more people. Having found this new avenue, Corey and I collaborated on a program called Savage & Simple. If you want to check out our 12-week plan complete with weekly training schedules, tutorials, templates and more, head to brettbartholomew.net/savageandsimple. Finally, we just finished our first apprenticeship of the summer and are getting ready for our next. If you’re ready to get back out there and engage in some hands-on learning, join us August 29th-30th in Chicago. Click here for more information ! Connect with Corey: Via Instagram: @coreybeasley Via Twitter: @Corey_Beasley Via his website: https://fightcampconditioning.com/ Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now! Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Lear

Thu, July 30, 2020

E109 | Why You're Not Getting Anything Done

How many of you have gone to bed feeling like you’ve done nothing productive with your day? Perhaps you’re like me and no matter how organized you are, an email, crying baby, or unexpected bill creeps in and takes you away from the progress you’ve been making. Today I’m talking about distractions and moments of chaos, how to get back on track when they happen and why they aren’t always a bad thing… In today’s episode you’ll hear about one possible solution, the chaos checklist . If the typical morning routine isn’t working for you, click here for a list of activities to get your day back on track and allow you to feel like you’ve accomplished something by the time you lay your head down on the pillow at night. Speaking of getting back on track, if you have an idea or project in the works and need help taking the next step, check out our Coalition program . Depending on your goals, these small mentorship groups are designed around accountability, increasing clarity and building momentum. What do you have to lose? Fill out an application and join us today! Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now! Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com    

Mon, July 27, 2020

E108 | Dan Noble: The Advantages of Anxiety

Can certain levels of anxiety be advantageous for intelligence and creativity? Can we live fully without taking risks? Join me as I contemplate these and other controversial questions with coach, author, and contributor to Conscious Coaching, Daniel Noble. Also on today’s episode: How to quiet your mind and center yourself through activity Getting athletes to think / options for those who don’t love journaling Closing the gap between those who “make it” and those who don’t 3 timeless truths when dealing with chaos Daniel is the co-owner of GRIT Athletics in Toronto, as well as the Director of Performance at the Hill Academy. As a coach, he’s trained Olympians, athletes from the NHL, CFL and NCAA. Daniel is also a speaker and contributing author to my book, Conscious Coaching: The Art and Science of Building Buy-In & Weight Room Wisdom. He’s been featured as a S&C Hockey expert in Sports Illustrated, The Hockey News, Hockey Night in Canada, Sportsnet and other media outlets. On this show, we discuss the “light sides” of anxiety and risk as well as the “dark sides” of certain leadership traits. If you want to dive deeper on these topics and develop a framework to know yourself, your audience and how to tailor communication for that population, our flagship online course Bought In is the perfect next step. Click here to get started today! Connect with Daniel: Via Instagram: @coachnoble45 Via Twitter: @coachnoble45 Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now! Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Thu, July 23, 2020

E107 | Paul Cauldwell: Transitioning Jobs And Optimizing Recovery

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 Percussive therapy - how it can bridge rehab and performance With over 15 years of experience in human performance program leadership, Paul Cauldwell has spoken at events all around the world about strength program design, regeneration/recovery, injury prevention, acceleration and multidirectional movement mechanics, plyometrics, and energy system development. Prior to his current Vice President role at Theragun in the global education and development programs, Paul was the Director of Performance at EXOS for over a decade. There, he was responsible for creating and operationalizing performance programs for the Department of Defense, SOCOM, Fortune 500 companies, and elite-level athletes from the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, UFC, and PGA. Connect with Paul: Via email: paul.cauldwell@theragun.com Via their website: https://www.theragun.com/ Via Instagram: @therabody Like Paul learned, a career change can happen suddenly. Whether you are the one initiating it or not, let us help you prepare by diversifying your skillset and solidifying your value. Click here to learn more about Valued, our online course centered around career viability, adaptability and transferable skills. If you’re one of the beat up coaches I mentioned in this episode, check out our online programming . These are for anyone and everyone, but particularly individuals in search of smart, simple programs for longevity and health. Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now! Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: <a href='https://tw

Mon, July 20, 2020

E106 | Jesse Elis: The Authenticity Trap

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 defense mechanisms preventing you from true self-reflection Falling into the trap of trying to prove instead of provide value The argument against integrity as an essential leadership trait As the Director of Player Health and Performance for the Portland Trail Blazers, Jesse leads all facets of the medical and performance staff to collaboratively provide preventative maintenance and rehabilitative health care to Trail Blazers players. He also works closely with the team’s athletic trainers, physicians, strength and conditioning specialists, nutritionists, psychologists and sport performance specialists to integrate rehabilitative concepts into performance training. Prior to the Trail Blazers, he was the Director of Physical Therapy for EXOS and managed the rehab teams for all EXOS legacy sites. He received his doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of North Dakota (2009) and completed a 3 year post-doctorate fellowship through Evidence in Motion. In addition, he is part-owner of a continuing education company, Phoenix Manual Therapy, which specializes in high level clinical reasoning and manual therapy integration. Connect with Jesse: Via email: jelis313@gmail.com Via LinkedIn: Jesse Elis Via Instagram: @physio_elis If you aren’t sure how to develop self-awareness, come practice with us at an Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™. This two-day immersive experience will challenge you to deeply engage with who you are while exploring how you come across to others. Click here for more information! Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now! Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: <a href='https://twitter.com/Co

Thu, July 16, 2020

E105 | Overcoming Imposter Phenomenon

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 manifests itself Strategies for overcoming imposter phenomenon We’re also doing something special for this episode. In addition to dropping a few hints about the course we’re launching this fall, we’ve created a free workbook to accompany today’s show. Click the link or see below for more details! In addition to the workbook created just for listeners of this episode, did you know…. You can request future topics for the podcast and leave us feedback via our podcast facebook group . You can get the inside scoop on all things Art of Coaching, including being the first to know about our new course by signing up for our newsletter . You can download free resources like the one mentioned above and many more on our website. Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now! Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Mon, July 13, 2020

E104 | Jim Davis: Wasting Your Life Trying To Be Right

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 Athlete Project are devoted to maximizing the potential of athletics as education. As you’re listening, make sure you download our free podcast reflection . These reflection sheets are an easy way to make sure you are getting the most out of the episode. I urge you to not just consume, but reflect and question what you hear today. In this episode we cover: If you were a movie character, how would you act? The good and the bad sides of creating a recognizable brand “Anchor and tether” - why clarity and adaptability must coexist The Good Athlete Project and how it has changed during COVID-19 If you like what you hear on the show today, you’ll love our Apprenticeship™. We are hoping to get Jim at one soon, but you don’t have to wait. Join us July 25-26th in Charleston, SC or click here to see upcoming events near you. Connect with Jim: Via their website: https://www.goodathleteproject.com/ Via Twitter: @coach4kindness Via Instagram: @GoodAthleteProject Don’t forget to check-out and download our new free resources. Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now! Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Thu, July 09, 2020

103 | Ryan Johnson: The Pyramid of Influence

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 champion football program as Director of Operations and Player Development. During his tenure, Wayzata teams have captured 66 state titles. In 2017, Ryan was named the NSCA National High School Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year. He also holds the title of Region 6 Director / Board Chairman for the National High School Strength Coaches Association (NHSSCA). In addition, he's the Rockford Area Athletic Association President and Youth Football Director, a clinician, speaker, and former volunteer firefighter. In today’s episode: The “Pyramid of Influence”: what it is & how to use it to create better interactions The importance of using an “influential other” in persuasion Do you need to be an extrovert to influence others? Wanting vs. needing to learn something Elon Musk and the role of perception in effective leadership   Connect with Ryan: Via his email: ryan.johnson@wayzataschools.org 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 . Finally, we had such great feedback from our recent webinar “The Three Things Strength Coaches Need to Know to Get Unstuck in Their Career,” we decided to post it for FREE on our website. Check it out here . Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard! Don’t forget to check-out and download our new free resources. Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now! Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coa

Mon, July 06, 2020

E102 | Luka Hocevar: Navigation VS Inspiration - How leadership and Management Differ

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 coach, Luka Hocevar is also a business man, entrepreneur AND a master storyteller. Trust me, you’re going to have a hard time believing some of the stories he shares… Born and raised in Ljubljana, Slovenia, Luka credits basketball, fitness and coaching for taking him from a path of crime to playing professional basketball. Following his playing career, Luka pursued his passion of training. As the founder and co-owner of Vigor Ground gym in Ljubljana, Slovenia and owner of Vigor Ground Fitness and Performance in Seattle, WA, Luka has coached over 3,000 elite athletes (in the NBA, NFL, UFC, MLB, college and high school), rehab patients and clients from every walk of life. Luka is also the creator of Vigor Ground Fitness and Business Summit, an educational event for coaches and gym owners. Luka and Vigor Ground Fitness and Performance have been featured in Mens Health, Stack Magazine, Onnit Magazine, Entrepreneur Magazine, HBO Real Sports, Precision Nutrition, as well as CBS, FOX, USA Today, ABC and KING5 New Day NW as Seattle’s top fitness expert. In today’s episode we discuss: The role of deception in effective leadership Creating an environment to practice chaos and adversity Is there a difference between leadership and management? How vulnerability and humility can be “overdone” "What’s difficult is scarce and what’s scarce is valuable" If you love the stuff Luka talks about in this episode, but are new to the field and just need help getting started, we have a new resource for you. This ebook is called “Advice for New Coaches” and can be downloaded for free here ! Connect with Luka: Via his website: www.VigorGroundFitness.com Via his Instagram: @LukaHocevar Via his Podcast: Vigor Life Podcast Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and

Thu, July 02, 2020

E101 | The Mindset & Questions That Stall Your Professional Progress

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 our field with that of communication, behavior and business. If that's the case, what’s the minimum amount of knowledge I need in my field before I start learning about these other topics? In today’s quick hitter, I tackle this question and ones like it that limit our growth and prevent us from being truly effective with our respective populations. As with most of our solo episodes, there is a lot to digest here. For help applying the concepts heard today and a list of the questions mentioned, be sure to download our free podcast reflections . Still not sure where to start? Check out our online courses Bought In and Valued. Bought In will help you refine your intrapersonal communication skills while Valued will aid you in creating viability in both your career and personal life. Remember, the offer code “century20” will get you 20% off anything from artofcoaching.com/courses now through July 15th.

Mon, June 29, 2020

E100 | Working With Your Spouse and Betting On The Future

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, but she's a seasoned veteran when it comes to Art of Coaching… please welcome my wife, Liz Bartholomew. Liz recently joined Art of Coaching as our project manager. As my spouse and now business partner, we’re pulling back the curtain and sharing a different side of the story. In this one, you’ll hear us exchange laughs, struggles, favorite experiences and maybe even some dirt. You’ll also hear Liz talk about one of her favorite parts of AOC, the Apprenticeship™. If the idea of an immersive workshop where you get to practice (scientifically backed) communication skills intrigues you, join us July 25-26th in Charleston, SC for our first of the summer. Spots are going fast, sign up here . Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard! Don’t forget to check-out and download our new free resources. Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now! Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Mon, June 22, 2020

E99 | Steven Moser: Getting the Job and Nailing Your Interview

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 free podcast reflection and follow along as we discover that a good resume, cover letter and network are no longer enough… After starting his career in the Buffalo Sabres scouting department, Steve Moser found himself somewhere he always wanted to avoid - Corporate America. Wanting to use his experience in the business world to get back to something he really loved, Steve joined Athletes' Performance/EXOS to lead recruiting. Having placed hundreds of performance professionals, he then started a consulting business where he worked with organizations including teams across the NBA, MLB, MLS, NCAA, UFC, and multiple Olympic teams. Steve is currently working full-time with Tonal , a connected fitness technology company in San Francisco where he is the Manager of Recruiting. In today’s episode we cover: What recruiters are REALLY looking for on a resume Does social media help or hurt you in a job search? The most important word in hiring Practicing for a phone/in-person interview When you shouldn’t network For more help getting the job you want, check out our online course, Valued . This resource will not only help you negotiate and market yourself, it will help you cultivate a personal brand that companies will want to hire. Connect with Steve: Via his website: HighPerformanceAssociates.com Via his Instagram: @Moshe1208 Via his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moserst/ If you are a strength coach/trainer on the West Coast and interested in being on the Tonal platform you can email coachwithtonal@tonal.com . Just a quick reminder that we are hosting our first AOC Apprenticeship™ of the summer - July 25-26th in Charleston, SC! Like Steve mentioned, the best way to prepare for an interview is to have different conversations with different peo

Thu, June 18, 2020

E98 | Chad Landers: Built To Last

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 “Personal Trainer of the Year” by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) . He is also the co-owner of  FitProFinancial.com , an educational site dedicated to improving the financial lives of fitness professionals and coaches.  In this episode we discuss: Challenges of starting a career in the social media age Building a brand that can withstand the test of time Tips for taking smart, calculated risks The importance of having hard conversations/setting expectations What happens when others surpass you? If you do feel burned out or need a resource to get unstuck in your career, check out our online course -  Valued . With  Valued , you will learn how to become more respected in your current position, prepare with confidence for job transitions, optimize your personal “safety net”, create “option value” and much more.  Connect with Chad: Via Twitter and Instagram: @chadlanders Via his website:  http://pushprivatefitness.com/ Creating a lasting brand also requires taking care of yourself in uncertain and busy times. If you’re someone that loves to train but doesn’t have the time or energy to program workouts for yourself, this resource is for you. Check out our online training platform and get started today! https://artofcoaching.com/training/ Join our exclusive  Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard! Don’t forget to check-out and download our new free resources. Podcast Reflection Sheets:  Click Here How to Find a Mentor Guide:  Click Here Sign up for my course:  Sign Up Now! Follow me on social media: Via Instagram:  @coac

Mon, June 15, 2020

E97 | Heidi Morrison: Reaching Teens and Resolving Conflict

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 Assistant Principal at Centennial High School (Fulton County, GA), Heidi has worked with more than 10,000 adults over her 23-year career. With a background in special education, leadership and career advising, Heidi gives us unique insight into the ever-changing role of teachers and administrators. Join us as we discuss: Designing buildings and spaces to create comfort and buy-in Proxemics and using your “dark side” Should we try to “catch-up” up post-COVID-19? Managing change within a 90,000 student school district Guided discovery and the flipped classroom Heidi is the perfect example of how communication and people skills can benefit people in every profession. Regardless of your role, be sure to check out our online courses for more... For example, Bought In (our flagship course), helps you develop an action plan to start creating greater buy-in while understanding the psychological principles that underpin human behavior. And Valued provides individuals the ability to land the job they’ve always wanted, make more money, create stability and stand out within their organization. Connect with Heidi: Via email: HeidiMorrison233@gmail.com Via Twitter: @hballog Now that we are all virtual pros and transitioning back to real life, you’re going to want to check out our new online training platform! This online library of videos and training plans was designed for people who want real world strength but also have real world schedules. Head to the link below and check it out! https://artofcoaching.com/training/ Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard! Don’t forget to check-out and download our new free resources. Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here Sign up for my course: <a href='https:/

Thu, June 11, 2020

E96 | Angie Asche: Debunking Dietary Dogma

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 agile communicators. Your first opportunity this summer is July 25-26th in Charleston, SC. Click here to learn more. Hurry! Spots are filling up fast. Now, on to the show... Today’s topic has been one of our most requested and our guest DOES NOT disappoint. Get ready for all of your nutrition questions to be answered by one of the best in the business. Angie Asche is a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics, American College of Sports Medicine Certified Exercise Physiologist and Personal Trainer as well as the owner and founder of Eleat Sports Nutrition, LLC. Working with all levels of athletes, her private practice is widely known for providing evidence based nutrition that’s easy to digest. In addition, she’s been featured in Men’s Fitness, Muscle & Fitness, and on NBC. Today we cover: Differences between dieticians and nutritionists The fine line between mindful and obsessive in terms of making healthy choices Communication styles in nutrition coaching Nutrition documentaries, spectral extremes and fad diets Broaching the topic of disordered eating with family, friends and clients Connect with Angie: Via her website: https://www.eleatnutrition.com/ Via Instagram: @eleatnutrition Via Twitter: @eleatnutrition As always, join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard! Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, June 08, 2020

E95 | Context and Proving Others "Wrong"

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 this Wednesday, June 10th at 11:00AM EST. Topics will include: The 5 Blind-Spots That Got Us Here & How to Recognize Them A New 3-Step Framework to Approaching Career Management Post Coronavirus How to Manage Politics in the Performance Profession Why Traditional Networking Won’t Save You and What to Do Instead Click the link below to reserve your spot! https://artofcoaching.com/zoom-with-brett/ Today’s episode cuts right to the chase. As humans, we love to demonstrate our brilliance by highlighting the stupidity of others. What if we sought to reveal their intelligence instead? By understanding context and seeking to make others look better, we not only engage in more productive conversation, we end up looking more intelligent ourselves. Seek value and you will create value. That’s it. For more practice on this topic, check out the free podcast reflection here ! As always, join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard! Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Thu, June 04, 2020

E94 | Charlie Weingroff: What is "Fair Pay" for Coaches?

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 monetary value? Are you worth more than you are being paid? Is it bad to  be a sellout? Today’s guest uses his wealth of experience (pun intended) to help us unpack these questions and more. Get ready, Charlie pulls no punches. Dr. Charlie Weingroff is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a Certified Athletic Trainer and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. In addition to practicing and owning physical therapy clinics in the New York City Metropolitan area, he currently serves as the Physical Performance Lead and Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Canadian Men’s National Basketball Team. Beyond these roles, he’s trained athletes at every level of sport and consulted with organizations such as the Beijing Yanding Trading Company, United States Marine Corps Special Command, Nike Executive Performance, Manchester United and Manchester City (English Premier League Football Clubs). In addition to discussing Charlie’s stance on what coaches should be paid, we cover: Fake social media rage and “sell-outs” What to do if you’re not satisfied with what you’re being paid The “100 / 51 / 1” rule (clink link for exercise) Looking for answers to your problems in other industries Periodizing your career (how to start with the end in mind) Connect with Charlie: Via his website: https://charlieweingroff.com/ Via Instagram: @chweingroff Via Twitter: @CWagon75 This is an episode you’ll want to put into action immediately. Be sure to check out our free podcast reflection sheets for help working through some of the exercises Charlie suggests! For more practice and an even deeper dive on the topics we covered in today’s episode, sign up for our online course - VALUED. This course is for anyone looking to avoid burnout, navigate contracts/salary, periodize their career and MUCH more. https://courses.artofcoaching.com/valued-signup/ As always, join our exclusive <a href='htt

Mon, June 01, 2020

E93 | The Sin Of Self Promotion

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 out there. Today we cover: Why the word / concept of (self) promotion has gotten such a bad rap The excuses we use for not self-promoting Tips for tactful (self) promotion Why putting skin in the game and screwing somebody over are not the same thing Speaking of promotion... We are hosting our first post-quarantine apprenticeship July 25-26th in Charleston, SC. Join us for a weekend of self-discovery and learn how to be a more agile communicator. Regardless of your role or profession, this workshop will change the way you interact, communicate and lead others. Check out the link below, we can’t wait to see you there! https://artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship/ And if you haven’t heard, we now offer online training! Through a partnership with TrainHeroic, we’ve created an online library of videos and training plans for people who want real world strength but also have real world schedules. Head to the link below and check it out! https://artofcoaching.com/training/ Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard! Don’t forget to check-out and download our new free resources. Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now! Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my YouTube channel here Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Thu, May 28, 2020

E92 | Hunter Schurrer: What Green Berets Can Teach Us About Coaching

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 two online courses covering these topics and more. They are now available YEAR ROUND so head to the link below! Your post-quarantine self will thank you. Valued: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/valued-signup/ Bought In: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup/ It is now my pleasure to introduce today’s guest… Hunter Schurrer has both been and trained the highest performers in the world. As a former All-American and National Champion in the indoor hammer throw, Hunter worked in collegiate strength and conditioning until jumping into the tactical sector with the Special Forces in 2011. In addition to working with the Green Berets, Hunter is also the founder and a coach for The Performance Syndicate (TPS), an individually tailored programming and remote training platform for all levels of athlete. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to train the most elite military operators in the world, this episode will not disappoint. Hunter has the unique responsibility of coaching future coaches and keeping those who keep us safe and healthy, safe and healthy. In this episode we cover: What makes Green Berets unique within the Special Operations community The importance of having a “training ground” in your job/vocation Coaching coaches and responding to questions of ‘why’? Dealing with information overload and developing a filter Connect with Hunter: Via his website: www.theperformancesyndicate.com Via Instagram: @theperformancesyndicate Via Twitter: @ThePerformSynd Via Email: hunter@theperformancesyndicate.com In this episode you’ll hear Hunter talk about the importance of having a “training ground” or a place where you can learn to fail before having to execute in real life. Our apprenticeships are a “training ground” for anyone that interacts with humans on a regular basis. Join us in Charleston, SC July 25-26th or at any of our future workshops. Spots are filling up fast - head to the link below and don’t miss this opportunity! <a href='https://artofcoaching.com/apprentic

Mon, May 25, 2020

E91 | Dion Von Moltke: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Online Coaching

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-car driver. He raced in the IMSA, the top American Sportscar Series. He’s the winner of the 2013 Rolex at Daytona 24 Hour and a two time winner of the Sebring 12 Hour. He’s also just the second American to be invited to test in the european DTM Championship as a Young Driver for Audi Sport. At the conclusion of his professional driving career, Dion co-founded Everise. His mission - to make expert coaching more accessible and affordable. Dion’s expertise delivering high quality online coaching makes him the perfect person to cover topics such as… Generating buy-in and accountability with online users Adapting online coaching to different learning styles Creating an efficient and effective platform with low cost and high value Conveying culture and values through an online venture Connect with Dion: Via his website: https://racers360.com/ or https://everise.io/ Via Twitter: @dionvmr Via Email: dion@racers360.com   Speaking of online coaching… Through a partnership with TrainHeroic, we’ve created an online library of videos and training plans 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 having to program for yourself... this resource was created for you. Head to the link below and check it out! https://artofcoaching.com/training/ Final note: Our apprenticeships are BACK! Starting July 25-26th in Charleston, SC., join us for a few days of exploration, creativity and growth. These one of a kind, in-person workshops are sure to make you a more adaptable and agile communicator. Check out the link below for more information! https://artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship/ Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard! Don’t forget to check-out and download our new free resources

Thu, May 21, 2020

E90 | Coaching As Improv

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 because everything we do in life is improv. No, not the improv that you pay to see at a comedy club… improv as in role playing under situational constraints. Today’s episode is one we all need because let’s face it, right now we are all improvising. We are all having to adapt to certain constraints. So let’s dig into how to be agile and leverage spontaneity to overcome our old systematized, controlled processes. Today’s episode goes into: The origins and definitions of improv How other fields use improvisation training and why coaching needs something similar The real reason we are scared to engage in improvised learning/practice Principles of improvisation: spontaneity, collaboration, boundaries, etc. "Improv is a process not a product" If this episode is at all intriguing, you’ll LOVE our Apprenticeship™ workshop. Make sure to check out our next locations and dates using the link below. We’d love to see you there. https://artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship/ 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 having to program for yourself... this resource was created 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/ Remember, 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard! Don’t

Mon, May 18, 2020

E89 | Jim Kielbaso: Everything You Need To Know About Training Youth Athletes

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 having to program for yourself... this resource was created 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/ If you’re a parent or have worked with children at any point in your career, this episode is for you. Sharing best practices and current research, today’s guest, Jim Kielbaso, helps us tackle the tough questions about training youth: What’s the right age for my kids to start lifting weights? Can training be harmful for development? How many sports should they play? How can I improve their running form? How do I deal with coaches who think they should go to a million showcases and or practice non-stop? Jim is the president of the International Youth Conditioning Association (IYCA) and the director of the Total Performance Training Center in Wixon, Michigan. He’s a former college strength and conditioning coach, and author of multiple books. With 25 years of experience in the field and three kids of his own, we are so fortunate to have our guest share his expertise on the subject. Even if you don’t have or work with children, you are sure to get something out of this episode! Connect with Jim: Via his website: https://jimkielbaso.com Via Instagram: @jimkielbaso Via Twitter: @jimkielbaso Remember, 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard! Don’t forget to check-out and download our new free resources. Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here</

Thu, May 14, 2020

E88 | Dr. John Berardi: Becoming a Change Maker

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 because my guest, Dr. John Berardi, is a dedicated student to human behavior, psychology, communication, and all of these things that I believe in and continue to dive deeply into. Dr. John Berardi is a Canadian-American entrepreneur best known as the co-founder of Precision Nutrition, the world’s largest nutrition coaching, education, and software company. Dr. Berardi is also the founder of Change Maker Academy, devoted to helping would-be change makers turn their passion for health and fitness into a powerful purpose and a wildly successful career. Connect with Dr. Berardi: Via website: https://www.johnberardi.com/ https://www.precisionnutrition.com/about/john-berardi Check out his book on Amazon: Change Maker  

Mon, May 11, 2020

E87 | Lyle Henley: Turning Anarchy Into to an Advantage

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/ 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). Hey everyone, today’s interview is with my friend Lyle Henley.  Lyle is the Director of Performance for Football at the University of Alabama-Birmingham.  We dive into what it is like being the strength coach for a college football team during the Coronavirus madness, maintaining these relationships, and much more! Coach Henley grew up in Warren, Arkansas, a small logging town in the southern portion of the state, and was a member of the Louisiana Tech football program from 1994-1998. He began his career at linebacker before moving to tight end his senior year and was a member of the Bulldogs squad that defeated Alabama in a rain-soaked homecoming at Bryant-Denny Stadium in 1997. Now in his fourth year, Henley believes the fruits of the program's labor have come to fruition. There is trust instilled between his staff and the athletes, a productive product on the field and endless energy inside and outside the operations facility.It's not just noticeable to him and coaches, however, as the players continuously laud the training program under Henley. Connect with Coach Lyle: Via Instagram: @lyle_henley   Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here   Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my YouTube channel here   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: <a href='https://publish.blubrry.co

Thu, May 07, 2020

E86 | Zach Even-Esh: The Truth About What is Holding You Back

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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). Zach is someone I consider to be a historian of physical culture. For today's episode with him, I can't recommend enough that you get out a notepad, a piece of paper, and take down the messages and key points that Zach provides. Zach Even - Esh is a Strength & Performance Coach located in NJ. Zach is the Founder of The Underground Strength Gym and The Creator of The Underground Strength Coach Certification. Zach serves as a consultant for D1 Coaches / Teams, Military SOF, Corporate Leadership & Anyone Seeking Greater Performance in Sports, Business, and Life. Connect with Zach: Via website: http://ZachStrength.com   Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here   Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my YouTube channel here   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, May 04, 2020

E85 | Why Won't They Listen To Me? Reasons Your Message Isn't Getting Across

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 podcast and many other resources!  Follow the links below today's show notes to access these resources we have readily available. 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).Whether you are trying to get something across to your kids, athletes you train, or people you work with, sometimes your point does not hit with them.  There could be a myriad of reasons why this is and today I wanted to break this down further for you. Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here   Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my YouTube channel here   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Thu, April 30, 2020

E84 | What We Should & Should NOT Be Doing During The Pandemic

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 as how to manage burnout and information overload. It is for coaches of every level and every age. To see a sneak peek from the course, just click  here. This course is self-paced and you can finish it whenever you want. 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). The goal of today’s episode is to address the things we should and should not be doing during this difficult time.  A lot of us are feeling overwhelmed by the uncertainty and not knowing how to feel about the future.  This is normal and I think we can all take a few steps back, relax, and take a look at these things we should be doing. Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here   Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my YouTube channel here   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, April 27, 2020

E83 | Brendon Rearick: The Obstacle Is The Way

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 the next day with hundreds of bruises. Not only that, but you're also told by doctors and surgeons that you have a disease, an affliction that only one in a million people will ever get. How would you act? What goes through your mind? If you've ever spent time in a hospital, you know what that environment feels like. You know the smell. You know the sounds, and the footprints. You see the urgency of doctors and nurses, the beeps, the clangs, and the bangs.  There's a deafening silence while you sit in your own head thinking, "where am I, and what's going to happen?". Everyone, our guest today has an extraordinary story, and everything I've just described is a part of it. Brendon Rearick came back and is in remission from a very rare condition called Aplastic anemia. I'm going to let him tell this story, but I encourage you to listen up. As with every episode, please understand that nothing in these podcast episodes is just for strength coaches. Nothing is for people in any vacuum type situation. The lessons we experience in our lives are the very things that shape our outcome and our profession and our personal lives. So take heed, listen, and write notes. There's a lot of great stuff coming your way on today's episode. Brendon’s personal mission is to spread the positive by-products of coaching and movement as far as he can using strength and conditioning as his platform. With a degree in Kinesiology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Brendon got his start at Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning (MBSC) in Woburn, MA. The growth-focused environment at MBSC motivated Brendon in a way he had never experienced. Over a few short years he progressed to become the Program Director and earned his massage therapy license. Soon thereafter, he started an education company with four co-workers – Certified Functional Strength Coach. In five years, CFSC has certified over 6,500 trainers in over 50 countries. Now a California resident, Brendon travels and coaches often for Certified Functional Strength Coach, and has recently become an active speaker at the Perform Better summit conferences. His next venture will be opening a gym Train Smarter and Harder with his wife Jenny in the beginning of 2020. With an inexhaustible drive to learn more, practice his craft, and be the best version of himself, Brendon dedicates his free time to continuing education, dancing with his 3-year old daughter, rea

Thu, April 23, 2020

E82 | Barking Up The Wrong Tree & Social Capital

Quick reminder, everyone, that we have now made our flagship online courses, Bought In & Valued, accessible to everyone year-round! These were previously only available twice a year during limited launches. These are the only courses of their kind that offer immersive learning on how to be a better coach. They also cover avoiding burnout, how to become a better professional, and how to deal with different forms of conflict. Check them out below! Valued: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/valued-signup/ Bought In: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup/   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/   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Today’s episode is going to be another solo quick hitter!  We are going to be taking a deep dive into the pitfalls of isolating your influence.  If you are only seeking advice from people within your trade, you could be missing out on a wealth of knowledge across many domains.   Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here   Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my YouTube channel here   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Mon, April 20, 2020

E81 | Adam Bornstein: Learn to Listen, Learn to Lead

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/   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). Up today on the podcast is Adam Bornstein. Adam is the founder of Born Fitness, which is a digital platform that provides clarity in a world of health and also personalized fitness and diet coaching. Adam is also an award-winning fitness and nutrition writer and editor. He is one of the most influential people in health and has authored seven books. He was a columnist Muscle and Fitness, Men’s Fitness, and was on the advisory board for Arnold Schwarzenegger. The biggest reason I had Adam join us today is that he has worked in every single medium that relates to the weight room, the boardroom, the classroom, and everywhere else in between. Adam is an impressive individual, and he’s going to provide some great reflection points today. Reach out to Adam: Via social media: @bornfitness Via website: https://www.bornfitness.com/     Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here   Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my YouTube channel here   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Thu, April 16, 2020

E80 | Ali Kershner: Seeing Coaching Through a Silicon Valley Lens

Hey everyone, and welcome back to another episode! Before we get started, I wanted to remind you that our online course, Valued, is available right now! Our guest today, Ali Kershner, was a huge reason we can give you such great bonuses within the course. Head to the link below to sign up! https://courses.artofcoaching.com/valued-signup/ Also, Ali will be joining us at our Chicago Apprenticeship event on August 29th & 30th! https://artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship/chicago-il-08-20/ 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). Today, I am excited to bring you Ali Kershner. Ali is the Associate Olympic Sports Performance Coach at Stanford University.  Ali is responsible for all aspects of athlete performance enhancement for Women’s Basketball and Women’s Golf. Before Stanford, Kershner was an Assistant Sports Performance Coach at University of Kansas from 2017-2019 after spending the prior two years as a graduate assistant in the department. In her position she primarily worked with the women’s soccer, women’s basketball, swimming and women’s golf teams. Originally from Palo Alto, California, Kershner graduated from Duke University in 2015 with a bachelor’s degree in evolutionary anthropology. While in Durham she spent four highly successful seasons as a member of the Duke soccer team, from 2011-14. She was a captain and goalkeeper for the Blue Devils, notching 28 career starts in goal and collecting 92 career saves. Her Duke teams advanced to the NCAA Elite Eight in three-consecutive seasons, which included the College Cup final in 2011. Kershner was named to the All-ACC Academic Team all four years of her career. Kershner earned her Master of Science degree in exercise physiology from Kansas in 2017. She is a certified strength and conditioning specialist by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.   Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here   Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_Br

Mon, April 13, 2020

E79 | John Beerbower: The Unseen Wounds

I hope you and your family had a fantastic Easter weekend! Before we get started today, I wanted to let you know that our partner, Momentous, has launched a program called Support Your Sweat. This program is an initiative to put actual funds into the hands of fitness professionals and businesses that are struggling to make ends meet during this very tough time.   You can check out their directory of participating small businesses at the link below: https://supportyoursweat.org/   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   John is an absolute stud and one of the greatest conversationalists we have had the opportunity to interview on the podcast. He is one of the most giving people I've ever had the chance to interact with and I can't wait for you to hear our conversation today!   John currently serves at McHenry West High School as the Assistant Divisional Chair for PE, Health, and Driver's Education. He is the Director of Strength & Conditioning for the District. McHenry was recently honored as a top physical education programs in the state of Illinois. John is also an Adjunct Professor in the Graduate School at Carthage College, teaching Sport Leadership and Sport Psychology. He is a regular presenter on topics related to physical education, technology, and leadership. John has a Doctorate in Educational Leadership. His most recent recognitions include being named Illinois Teacher of the Year from both Illinois Digital Educators Alliance and also Illinois Coach of the Year from the National High School Strength Coaches Association. His most He and his wife (Jeanna) have four children (Riley, Brett, Trace, Brady).   Reach out to John: Via e-mail: beerbowerjohn@dist156.org Via Twitter: @JohnBeerbower Via Facebook: McHenry Strength   Join our exclusive Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets: Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide: Click Here   Sign up for my course: Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: <a href='https://twitter.

Thu, April 09, 2020

E78 | Kylie Livingston: Why Hooters Has a Better Leadership Model Than You

Quick reminder, everyone, that we have now made our flagship online courses, Bought In & Valued, accessible to everyone year-round! These were previously only available twice a year during limited launches. These are the only courses of their kind that offer immersive learning on how to be a better coach. They also cover avoiding burnout, how to become a better professional, and how to deal with different forms of conflict. Check them out below! Valued: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/valued-signup/ Bought In: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup/ 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). Today was Kylie's first podcast interview and she knocked it out of the park!  Kylie has nearly 14 years in the learning and development realm primarily in the hospitality industry with more recent experience in the health care industry. Kylie's interest in developing talent stems from a BS in Kinesiology and course work in Physical Education. Realizing there was a need for her critical thinking and passion for developing people and teams as she was working in the restaurant industry through college, Kylie changed gears from the health world and took an opportunity with Hooters of America. Kylie implemented and supported several learning and development programs, she played a key role in program strategy to include leadership development. Kylie desires to see people grow in whatever role in the organization they are in and believes that when we invest in people we create organic buy in and reach results. Reach out to Kylie: Via e-mail: ritchey.kylie@yahoo.com Via Instagram: @wrkouttmomma   Join our exclusive  Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets:  Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide:  Click Here   Sign up for my course:  Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram:  @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter:  @coach_BrettB   Su

Mon, April 06, 2020

E77 | Angelo Sisco: CrossFit Controversy

Hey everyone!  Welcome back to another edition of the podcast.  Before we get into today’s episode, I just wanted to remind everyone that a lot of these episodes were recorded before the COVID-19 outbreak. I wanted to let you know this to eliminate any confusion you may have based on the context of our conversations. Please have this perspective when listening. Thank you! Today, I am honored to be joined Angelo Sisco. Angelo is a phenomenal human being and I think after listening to today’s episode, you are going to love him. Angelo is the owner of O’Hare Crossfit in Chicago, IL.  Towards the start of his fitness journey, Angelo dedicated himself to losing weight. He went on to lose 100 lbs in 7 months with CrossFit and proper nutrition. During this time, he found a passion for motivating others to pursue their fitness goals, and aspired to become a trainer. He quickly found that the environment of the hard-sell and peddling supplements was not the approach he wanted to take, but instead, wanted to provide a valuable, sustainable service — in the same way that he worked toward his personal fitness goals. Fast forward, and today he is proud to call O’Hare CrossFit his home.   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Join our exclusive  Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets:  Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide:  Click Here   Sign up for my course:  Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram:  @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter:  @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my YouTube channel  here   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At:  www.ArtofCoaching.com

Thu, April 02, 2020

E76 | Getting Out of Your Own Way

One of the best things about doing this podcast is the community that has come as a result of it, and we wanted to continue to expand that. So if you're a first-time listener or you've been listening for a while, be sure to log into Facebook and check out our Art of Coaching Podcast Community.   Join our exclusive group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard! https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofcoachingcommunity   Within this we share podcast reflections. We share new episodes, and most importantly, we get Q&A and feedback from you guys because we want to put out episodes that you want to hear so you know you're encouraged to share your thoughts, ideas for future episodes and all those things. The only time we'll turn you down is if we've already done an episode on that topic, because sometimes as a reality that that can just happen.   We want to hear from you!   Today's episode is going to be one of the shortest episodes we have ever done, but if I do it right, hopefully, it will be the most impactful.  What is keeping you from doing what you want to do?  Whether you have a great idea, a personal or professional mission that brings value, what is it that is keeping you from moving forward?  I recorded this episode to give you some key tactical points to able to help you effectively overcome these common sticking points.   Don't forget to download today's free podcast reflection sheet below! artofcoaching.com/reflectionsheets   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets:  Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide:  Click Here   Sign up for my course:  Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram:  @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter:  @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my YouTube channel  here   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At:  www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, March 30, 2020

E75 | Dr. Jena Gatses: Asserting Yourself & Getting Your Message Across

Today's episode features my friend, Jena Gatses. Dr. Jena Gatses is an Athlete, Physical Therapist, Strength & Conditioning Coach, Manual Therapist, Exercise Specialist, Teacher, and Author with over 15 years of experience working with Athletes from the Olympics, MLB, UFC, Crossfit Games, Olympic Weightlifting, Track & Field, NFL, Ironman, Rugby, and others. She has also worked with the General Population in the following capacity: Geriatric, Neurological & Degenerative Brain Disease, Pediatric, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing, Burn & Trauma at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, IL, etc.   Topics discussed today: Jena's background and how she became involved with NASCAR How Jena found ways to project her dominance and the confidence in her abilities Jena's method of producing results by getting her message across without stepping on toes How Jena uses her confidence to shut down work-place cattiness in male-dominated sports Progressing as a human and a professional through failures   Reach out to Jena: Via Instagram: @jena_gatses Via Website: https://www.scientificfitness.net/   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Join our exclusive  Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets:  Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide:  Click Here   Sign up for my course:  Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram:  @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter:  @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my YouTube channel  here   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At:  www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Thu, March 26, 2020

E74 | Jeremy Hills: How Enjoying The Ride Makes You a Better Leader

Welcome back, everyone, to another episode of The Art of Coaching Podcast! I am excited to be joined by performance coach, Jeremy Hills. Jeremy and I do not have a ton of history together, so it was fun for us to get to know each other a little better and dive into different topics today.   Jeremy is a former University of Texas football player who, after breaking his leg his senior year, developed an interest in the field of Strength & Conditioning. After a few years of medical device sales, Jeremy dove into becoming the performance coach he is today.   Topics discussed today: The journey & process of transitioning from medical sales to training high-level athletes The challenges of figuring out your purpose in a new career Inspiring young minds to be aware of the amazing things that are available to them Figuring out how to give yourself and your clients' healthy boundaries The evolution of wanting to train anyone & everyone to the desire of wanting to help educate others   Reach out to Jeremy: Via Instagram & Twitter: @jhills5 Via website: https://joinladder.com/     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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Join our exclusive  Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets:  Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide:  Click Here   Sign up for my course:  Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram:  @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter:  @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my YouTube channel  here   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At:  www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Mon, March 23, 2020

E73 | Critical Traits You Should Look for in a Mentor

Today's episode on all things mentoring comes with a bonus downloadable PDF! I am talking what to look for in a mentor and my belief that no man or woman is self made. A very popular YouTube video we did inspired this episode on mentoring. If you are interested in seeing this video or downloading the PDF, head to the links below!   Downloadable PDF: https://artofcoaching.com/findamentor/   YouTube video on this subject: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEMJiIdAVgc   Enjoy!   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Join our exclusive  Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets:  Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide:  Click Here   Sign up for my course:  Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram:  @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter:  @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my YouTube channel  here   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At:  www.ArtofCoaching.com    

Thu, March 19, 2020

E72 | Motivating Lazy Athletes- What NOT to Do!

We have now made our flagship online courses, Bought In & Valued, accessible to everyone year-round! These were previously only available twice a year during limited launches. These are the only courses of their kind that offer immersive learning on how to be a better coach. They also cover avoiding burnout, how to become a better professional, and how to deal with different forms of conflict. Check them out below!   Valued: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/valued-signup/ Bought In: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup/   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Hey everyone, and welcome back to another episode of The Art of Coaching podcast. I am glad to have you joining us! Today's topic comes from a long time newsletter subscriber named Michael. Michael wanted to know how to address athletes' who cheat reps or genuinely seem unmotivated in the weight room. Today, I dive into this discussion and what not to do when it comes to motivating lazy athletes. Enjoy!   Join our exclusive  Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets:  Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide:  Click Here   Sign up for my course:  Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram:  @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter:  @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my YouTube channel  here   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At:  www.ArtofCoaching.com  

Mon, March 16, 2020

E71 | Matt Wan: Curiosity & Consequences: The Path to Building a Premium Product

We have now made our flagship online courses, Bought In & Valued, accessible to everyone year-round! These were previously only available twice a year during limited launches. These are the only courses of their kind that offer immersive learning on how to be a better coach. They also cover avoiding burnout, how to become a better professional, and how to deal with different forms of conflict. Check them out below!   Valued: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/valued-signup/ Bought In: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup/   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   If you have been listening to this podcast for a while or you are a new listener, then you are probably familiar with our partner, Momentous. Whether you are curious about the product side, or the story of Momentous, then look no further than today's episode.   Matt Wan, the Founder & CEO of Momentous, joins us today on the podcast. Momentous is a sports nutrition startup dedicated to creating no-compromise products and tools that support the continuous improvement of personal performance. Matt co-founded the company in 2017 with MTV's Rob Dyrdek and later dropped out of Harvard to pursue startups full-time.   Topic's discussed today: Some of the key questions they had to ask themselves when starting a supplement company Peeling back the curtain and making expert information widely available and popular How Matt and his partners bought into the idea of 'moving the chains' vs. 'throwing Hail Mary's' The negative side of being a brand and trying to make everyone happy The powerful influence Matt's father had on him at a young age and how this drives him today   Reach out to Momentous & Matt: Via website: https://www.livemomentous.com/ Via Instagram: @livemomentous & @_matt.wan   Join our exclusive  Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets:  Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide:  Click Here   Sign up for my course:  Sign Up Now!   Follow me on socia

Fri, March 13, 2020

Bonus Episode | The Real Virus We Should Be Scared Of

In this bonus episode, we are discussing a virus that is potentially even more lethal than Covid-19 or "the Coronavirus," which at the time of this recording has created a worldwide pandemic.   Yet the virus we are alluding to on today's show is not what you might expect. Tune in to learn more and see what you can do to prevent this particularly insidious form of contagion from spreading.   Remember, if you are the type who enjoys reflecting, journaling, taking detailed notes and elevating your learning you can access free podcast reflection sheets for each main episode of the podcast here: https://artofcoaching.com/podcastreflections/   More of a visual learner? You can also follow our videos on our YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w  and you can also access all of Brett's online courses at artofcoaching.com

Thu, March 12, 2020

E70 | Rachel Llanes: Mental Performance in The Military & Beyond

Hey everyone, I would like to remind you that our next Apprenticeship will take place in Atlanta, GA on April 18th & 19th! These are for every profession. We need people that are willing to put skin in the game, people who aren't looking to hide, and people who are looking to challenge themselves by getting out of their comfort zones.   Please make sure you guys check it out! https://artofcoaching.com/events/the-apprenticeship-decatur/   Please see these links below for more details! Have more questions about The Apprenticeship™? Check out our FAQ page: https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship-faqs/ Want to host an Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™? Visit https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship/ and fill out the form and we will get right on it!   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Welcome back to the Art of Coaching Podcast, everyone! I am delighted to be joined by performance expert, Rachel Llanes. Rachel coaches servicemen and women in evidence-based ways to help them optimize themselves physically from a cognitive standpoint and also from a relational perspective.   Rachel also specializes in behavior change, she's a certified personal trainer, and she is amongst one of the most interesting conversationalists I have ever met in my life. I hope everyone enjoys this exciting conversation that I have with Rachel today!   Topics discussed with Rachel on today's episode: The intricate methods of training soldiers how to think most effectively so that they can perform their jobs well How Rachel takes the internalizing stigmas of military members and connects with them using a human to human approach The challenges of trying to quantify the mental and social sides of working with soldiers How the over-saturation of information is leaving coaches starving for motivation in performance training The detrimental effects of generic praise from coaches and how many coaches do this inherently   Reach out to Rachel: Via e-mail: rachel@yourbestselfhawaii.com   Join our exclusive  Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets:  Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide: <a

Mon, March 09, 2020

E69 | Justin Bosley: The Tyranny of Now

Guys, the clock is ticking on our April 18th Apprenticeship in Decatur, Georgia! Please make sure you guys check it out! These are highly interactive 2-day workshops where professionals of all kinds can rehearse for and refine their strategies for life's most significant moments. Whether it is a contract negotiation, interpersonal conflict, hiring new staff, or leading a team, in general, The Apprenticeship™ is focused on creating a new type of educational experience for today's leaders that are execution-focused. We will be hosting our Apprenticeship's in the following cities: Atlanta, GA: April 18th & 19th Chicago, IL: May 2nd & 3rd Sydney, Australia: May 9th & 10th Perth, Australia: May 16th & 17th Renton, WA: June 13th & 14th Santa Monica, CA: June 27th & 28th Charleston, SC: July 25th & 26th Please see these links below for more details! Have more questions about The Apprenticeship™? Check out our FAQ page: https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship-faqs/ Want to host an Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™? Visit https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship/ and fill out the form and we will get right on it! 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Guys, I think this episode is going to be one of our more popular ones simply because of the uniqueness of the conversation. Justin shares such candid information with us today that you will not want to miss this one.   Justin is an emergency and sports medicine physician, and he has honestly had a unique path. He graduated in 2003 from the Harvard University School of Medicine. The biggest takeaway from my conversation with Justin is that all high stakes jobs where people are trying to achieve optimal performance require a combination of improv game theory, persuasion, and influence.   Key points discussed with Justin today: Framing and validating the experience of a patient and letting them know what they are going through is real What the 'tyranny of now' means to Justin and why he uses this to help patients handle their emotional state How proxemics and aesthetics play into a patients confidence in the person treating them The reality that medical professionals are humans too and can swing for the fences only to strikeout Acknowledging the tremendous fear of trauma patients but at the same time letting them know you're the boss and you need them to let you do your job effectively Join our exclusive  Facebook group of fellow Art of Coa

Thu, March 05, 2020

E68 | Carl Coward: Embracing Difficulty & Finding Your Way

If finding a mentor is something that is on the top of your mind or something you're still looking to do, we have a free guide for you on how to find a mentor and, most importantly, how to reach out to them.Visit  here for more information. Today, I am joined on the podcast by my friend, Carl Coward. This one is such a meaningful episode for me as Carl is a family friend. He is somebody that, when I lived out in LA, was one of the only people that kept me sane because he is just such a realist. Carl is such a hungry dreamer, and at the same time, such a unique innovator and also one of the best conversationalists I've ever had the pleasure of meeting in my life.   I hope you guys enjoy this one as much as I did.Topics discussed with Carl: How starting with respect and ending with respect built Carl's understanding of hierarchy Seeing life as a never-ending journey of crossroads and how Carl met his mentor this way Encouraging people from the upper echelon academic institutions that their education is not enough and how you need to be different Were Carl's career goals of his own or only what he thought they were supposed to be Reach out to Carl:Via e-mail: ccoward@focuscp.com   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Join our exclusive  Facebook group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets:  Click Here   How to Find a Mentor Guide:  Click Here   Sign up for my course:  Sign Up Now!   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram:  @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter:  @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my YouTube channel  here   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, March 02, 2020

E67 | How To Build A Speaking Career

Today’s episode is for those wanting to learn more about how to get started as a speaker. Whether you are looking to take on a new challenge on the side, serve more people in general, or make it a career you have to start somewhere! Many of you have reached out, asking how you can get more involved in some of the things that we do at Art of Coaching. One of those really important things is to support a company called Movement 2 B E, and I've sat on the board for this nonprofit for three years now. And Movement 2 B E is all about changing communities.   Learn more about Movement 2 B E and how you can support it! https://www.movement2be.com/   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Join our exclusive group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofcoachingcommunity   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources.   Podcast Reflection Sheets: https://artofcoaching.com/podcastreflections   How to Find a Mentor Guide: https://artofcoaching.com/findamentor   Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my YouTube channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com    

Thu, February 27, 2020

E66 | Martin Rooney: Coach to Coach

Today I'm joined by a stellar individual, Martin Rooney. Now, Martin's got a rich, deep reservoir of experience here and like me, he's on a mission to make better coaches and we both know that we're not perfect. Martin is a former US bobsledder, he's a former Division I track athlete and he's the creator of a training system called Training For Warriors. Martin has consulted with a lot of different companies, ranging from Fortune 500 to other companies like Nike and Prudential. He's coached members of the Giants, the Jets, and now he's working in high schools as well. He's a guy that is on this show because like the rest of us, he is a regular Joe that is trying to improve. That's what we could use your help with and we think you're going to love today's episode. Martin always brings it, he's a fired up guy. His book, Coach To Coach, comes out March 10th. Give us your feedback. We want to hear from you. Enjoy this episode! Reach out to Martin and don't forget to check out his book coming out March 10th: Via website: https://www.trainingforwarriors.com/ Via Instagram: @themartinrooney   Join our exclusive group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard! https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofcoachingcommunity   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources. Podcast Reflection Sheets: https://artofcoaching.com/podcastreflections   How to Find a Mentor Guide: https://artofcoaching.com/findamentor   Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: www.ArtofCoaching.com

Mon, February 24, 2020

E65 | Amy Shenk Morrison: Demystifying Mindfulness & Overcoming Emotion

One of the best things about doing this podcast is the community that has come as a result of it, and we wanted to continue to expand that. So if you're a first time listener or you've been listening for a while, be sure to log into Facebook and check out our Art of Coaching Podcast Community.Join our exclusive group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard! https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofcoachingcommunityWithin this we share podcast reflections. We share new episodes, and most importantly, we get Q&A and feedback from you guys because we want to put out episodes that you want to hear so you know you're encouraged to share your thoughts, ideas for future episodes and all those things. The only time we'll turn you down is if we've already done an episode on that topic, because sometimes as a reality that that can just happen.We want to hear from 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).Amy Shenk Morrison has a unique and effective offering in the wellness world, where she integrates breath work, mindfulness, physical fitness, and mental health. She is a fitness trainer and Licensed Professional Counselor who focuses on relationships and self-compassion above arbitrary goal setting. Topics discussed with Amy today: How her own limitations led Amy down the path of a Masters Degree specializing in mental health and counseling What types of situations can affect our behavior differently and why this is The differences of people who have overcome the most difficult situations through resiliency and mindfulness vs. people who cannot Methods and practices to help further connect with being in the moment The consequences of having a very low stress tolerance Reach out to Amy:Via e-mail: amy@truecorehealth.comVia Instagram: @truecorehealthVia website: www.truecorehealth.com   Don't forget to check out and download our new free resources. Podcast Reflection Sheets: https://artofcoaching.com/podcastreflections How to Find a Mentor Guide: https://artofcoaching.com/findamentorSign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signupFollow me on social media:Via Instagram: @coach_BrettBVia Twitter: @coach_BrettBSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-wLearn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Thu, February 20, 2020

E64 | PJ Nestler: The Role of Breath in Performance

2020 Apprenticeships: These are highly interactive 2 day workshops where professionals of all kinds can rehearse for and refine their strategies for life's biggest moments. Whether it is a contract negotiation, interpersonal conflict, hiring new staff or leading a team in general The Apprenticeship™ is focused on creating a new type of educational experience for today's leaders that is execution focused. We will be hosting our Apprenticeship's in the following cities: Atlanta, GA:  April 18th & 19th Chicago, IL: May 2nd & 3rd Perth, Australia:  May 16th & 17th Renton, WA: June 13th & 14th Santa Monica, CA: June 27th & 28th Charleston, SC: July 25th & 26th Please see these links below for more details! Have more questions about The Apprenticeship™? Check out our FAQ page: https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship-faqs/ Want to host an Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™? visit https://artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship/ and fill out the form and we will get right on it! 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Coach PJ is a human performance specialist with over a decade of experience preparing top athletes for competition, and a life mission to help athletes and coaches realize their true potential. Over the past ten years, Coach PJ has trained dozens of athletes from the UFC, NFL, NHL and MLB. His passion for combat sports and commitment to excellence, has driven him to become a leader in combat sports performance training. He has worked extensively with over 100 fighters, including multiple Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Champions and Top 10 ranked UFC fighters Outside of training top athletes, Coach PJ is devoted to sharing his knowledge and experience, with the purpose of elevating the fitness profession. Topics discussed with PJ today: How PJ evolved early in his career and developed his own system of educating coaches & trainers Understanding how PJ invests his time and resources into developing his educational courses The difficulty of helping clients understand the psychological side of PJ's training The breathing tools given to athletes to down-regulate fear and anxiety Discrediting the early adopters of every new fad and understanding the context of peer-reviewed research Reach out to PJ: Via website: xptlife.com Via Instagram: @coachpjnestler Via YouTube: XPT Life   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources. Join our exclusive group of fellow Art of Coaching Podcast listeners and have your voice heard! <a href='https

Mon, February 17, 2020

E63 | Power Dynamics In Leadership

The messy reality of effective leadership is rarely discussed within pop-culture books, TED Talks or other educational outputs. This episode serves to bridge that gap by providing a primer into how we as leaders can better understand power dynamics and political maneuvers within organizations. Power is fluid, and it is a part of life. Don't make the mistake of missing this episode, and for more on these topics, be sure to check out the resources below and join our Art of Coaching™ Podcast Community on Facebook! Relevant Links: The Apprenticeship: https://artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship/ Check out the online courses we discussed in this episode! Bought-In: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/   Valued: https://valuedcourse.com/ Download your free reflection sheet in order to enhance your retention of the information in this and every episode: https://artofcoaching.com/podcastreflections/

Mon, February 10, 2020

E62 | Nick Grantham: Be a Chameleon

Hey everyone, we just finished our Art of Coaching Apprenticeship in Atlanta, GA and it was awesome!  I am looking forward to seeing you guys at the upcoming Apprenticeships in 2020! 2020 Apprenticeships: These are highly interactive 2 day workshops where professionals of all kinds can rehearse for and refine their strategies for life's biggest moments. Whether it is a contract negotiation, interpersonal conflict, hiring new staff or leading a team in general The Apprenticeship™ is focused on creating a new type of educational experience for today's leaders that is execution focused. We will be hosting our Apprenticeship's in the following cities: Winnipeg, Canada: March 7th & 8th Atlanta, GA: April 18th & 19th Chicago, IL: May 2nd & 3rd Perth, Australia: May 16th & 17th Renton, WA: June 13th & 14th Santa Monica, CA: June 27th & 28th Charleston, SC: July 25th & 26th Please see these links below for more details! Have more questions about The Apprenticeship™? Check out our FAQ page: https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship-faqs/ Want to host an Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™? visit https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship/ and fill out the form and we will get right on it! 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Joining me today on the Art of Coaching Podcast is Nick Grantham who is a specialist in athletic preparation and has a wealth of knowledge in the physical preparation and injury rehabilitation of high performance athletes.  Nick was in a different role at the time of this recording and he is now the head of strength and conditioning for the New Castle United football Club. Nick’s first job was as head of sport science for British Gymnastics at Lilleshall Sports Injury and Human Performance Centre. In 2001, Nick moved from gymnastics to England Netball, to work in one of the first full-time strength and conditioning roles in high-performance UK sport. Two years later, he became one of the first strength and conditioning coaches to work for the English Institute of Sport, leading its West Midlands team across three sites. Leaving the English Institute of Sport in 2007, Nick established himself as a Performance Enhancement Specialist working with the Chinese National Football team, the RFU, Great Britain’s Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams, Championship and Premiership football teams. Nick has worked with athletes who have competed at four Olympics and is a Performance Consultant for Nike. Topics of discussion on today's episode: How practicing Taekwondo led Nick down a chameleon

Mon, February 03, 2020

E61 | Ryan Michler: The Integrity Gap

Remember, if you're enjoying the podcast, don't forget about our newsletter. If you want to become a better communicator, if you're looking for ways to enhance buy-in, whether that's with athletes, organizations, or even within your personal life, then the newsletter is for you. It is the only place I share a wide variety of reflections, insights, and resources.  I don't just repurpose it and put the same stuff everywhere. So check it out now at the link below! https://artofcoaching.com/begin Also, don’t forget to go through our podcast reflections, which are available at the link below.  You will be hard pressed not to pull out at least five to 10 key tactical takeaways that you can implement right now because none of us are as good as we think we are. https://artofcoaching.com/podcastreflections 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Ryan Michler is a husband, father, Iraqi Combat Veteran, and the Founder of Order of Man. Ryan grew up without a permanent father figure and has seen first-hand how a lack of strong, ambitious, self-sufficient men has impacted society today. He believes many of the world's most complicated problems could be solved if men everywhere learned how to be better husbands, fathers, businessmen, and community leaders. It has now become his life's mission to help men across the planet step more fully into their roles as protectors, providers, and presiders over themselves, their families, their businesses, and their communities. You can find him blogging and podcasting at Order of Man where he is working to help men become all they were meant to be. Topics discussed with Ryan today: The simplicity of our own problems and the challenges of navigating around our daily temptations Owning who you are and the alternative of not living your life to the best of your ability The dangers of comparison within your professional & personal life What happens when people are voluntarily deciding to be led by you The exceptions of giving yourself some leeway on your expectations and how to avoid burnout Fatherhood and the context of rendering yourself obsolete as a parent Reach out to Ryan: Via podcast: https://www.orderofman.com/podcast-3/ Via Instagram: @ryanmichler   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources. Podcast Reflection Sheets: https://artofcoaching.com/podcastreflections How to Find a Mentor Guide: https://artofcoaching.com/findamentor Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup Follow me on social media: V

Mon, January 27, 2020

E60 | Darren Burgess: The Personal & Professional Cost of High Performance

I am proud to announce that my online course, Valued, has reopened and I hope you were able to benefit from the $100 discount we offered for signing up for this course.  Valued guides coaches throughout their career and is focused on business burnout, how to make more money, how to land the job you want, or create the job that you want, and all of those topics! Valued is my step-by-step guide for helping coaches take the next step in their career regardless of their age or level of experience.  Sign up at the link below and don't forget to tell a friend! https://courses.artofcoaching.com/valued-course-closed 2020 Apprenticeships: These are highly interactive 2 day workshops where professionals of all kinds can rehearse for and refine their strategies for life's biggest moments. Whether it is a contract negotiation, interpersonal conflict, hiring new staff or leading a team in general The Apprenticeship™ is focused on creating a new type of educational experience for today's leaders that is execution focused. We will be hosting our Apprenticeship's in the following cities: Winnipeg, Canada: March 7th & 8th Atlanta, GA: April 18th & 19th Chicago, IL: May 2nd & 3rd Perth, Australia: May 16th & 17th Renton, WA: June 13th & 14th Santa Monica, CA: June 27th & 28th Charleston, SC: July 25th & 26th Please see these links below for more details! Have more questions about The Apprenticeship™? Check out our FAQ page: https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship-faqs/ Want to host an Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™? visit https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship/ and fill out the form and we will get right on it! 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   What an awesome conversation we have in store for you today on the podcast!  Darren is a very unique individual in this industry in way that he thinks, the way that he encourages others to think more deeply, and the way that he navigated his career and relationships with everyone around him.  Darren is a good friend of mine and I think you will enjoy our conversation today! Darren is currently the High Performance Manager at Melbourne Football Club. Prior to this appointment Director of High Performance at Arsenal Football Club, High Performance Manager at Port Adelaide Football (AFL) Club, and Head of Fitness and Conditioning at Liverpool Football Club. Darren’s current role at Melbourne involves the leadership and management of Performance (Fitness, strength, nutrition), Medical (Physiotherapy, injury prehabilitation, injury rehabilitation), Analysis (video

Wed, January 22, 2020

E59 | Nathan Parnham: The Difference(s) Between Coaching Male and Female Athletes

Today is the day, my online course Valued is now live! We're offering a $100 discount for the next few days. So make sure you take advantage of this. Now, what is Valued? You've heard me talk about this again and again, this is the first guide for strength and conditioning professionals, personal trainers, you can lump yourself in there too, and physical therapists that guide you through the sticking points in your career, whether that's about finances, whether that's how to get certain jobs, whether how to manage burnout, whether that's running a business. Even those of you that have written in and said, “Hey, you know, I feel like I invested tons of time in the technical knowledge and expertise, but I'm just not valued.” That's why the name of the course is Valued. We're addressing how you can overcome those things. We're trying to teach you how you can show or explain or demonstrate true value to your employer, either current or eventual, and most importantly, how you can get over the anxiety of asking for what you're worth. Visit https://courses.artofcoaching.com/valued-signup/ and receive $100 off for the next few days! Alright, I'm going to let you go enjoy this episode with Nathan Parnham and don't forget for the next few days you can get Valued at $100 off! Check it out now and tell a friend! 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Nathan Parnham is the Athletic Development coach for the Australian Women's 7s Rugby team.  He has an extensive background in the development space spanning back 15 years and today I was lucky enough for him to spend some time with us on the podcast.  I enjoyed my time with him and I think you will as well! Topics discussed on today's episode: How finding the answers to things helped Nathan's career evolution and progression The unique differences in coaching males vs. females and Nathan's experience with this Opening yourself up to be coached in different domains and how this can be gold for your teaching/coaching Being blinded in your work by your ego and why you need to change this How effectively playing your role leads to the overall success of an organization The challenges of being around people lacking social skills and self-awareness Reach out to Nathan: Via Instagram: @nathan_parnham Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources. Podcast Reflection Sheets: https://artofcoaching.com/podcastreflections How to Find a Mentor Guide: https://artofcoaching.com/findamentor Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup <

Mon, January 20, 2020

E58 | Scott Livingston: The Age of Individualization

Just a quick reminder that in two days, Valued, my online course that guides coaches throughout their career and is focused on business burnout, how to make more money, how to land the job you want, or create the job that you want, and all of those topics goes live! Valued is my step-by-step guide for helping coaches take the next step in their career regardless of their age or level of experience. This is the only career based resource of its kind for coaches so do not miss it! https://courses.artofcoaching.com/valued-course-closed Please be sure to join us at our next Apprenticeship™ coming up on January 25th here in Atlanta, GA!  The Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™ is not vocation specific, so regardless of whether you work in performance, tech, logistics, education or law enforcement- these events have something for you. To learn more email info@artofcoaching.com or visit https://artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship Want to host an Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™? visit https://artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship and fill out the form and we will get right on it! 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Scott has been working in the field of athletic performance for twenty-five years. He is renown for his dedication to building a more efficient, effective, and resilient athlete using his ability to assess movement dysfunction and deliver corrective exercise, while merging such strategies with effective and specific performance training. He has trained and reconditioned athletes at every level including professional athletes, Olympic athletes, and college athletes, as well as highly motivated recreational athletes. Topics Scott and I discuss on today's episode: Trying to understand the unique pieces that have cultivated the S&C profession How do we manage the unrealistic expectations of accessibility and the sharing of free information The importance of learning the skills of being an entrepreneur and shifting your mindset The missing links that can lead to failures in our business partnerships along with personal relationships The reflective practice of recognizing what zone you are in and managing life-load Scott's advice on recognizing the nature of every human being and discovering what helps you succeed Check out Scott's resources below! Podcast: Leave Your Mark https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leave-your-mark/id1481231734 Reconditioning HQ: https://reconditioninghq.com/ Via Instagram: @kingopain   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources. P

Mon, January 13, 2020

E57 | Kevin Whitesell: Embracing Imperfection and Indecision

Please be sure to join us at our next Apprenticeship™ coming up on January 25th here in Atlanta, GA!  The Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™ is not vocation specific, so regardless of whether you work in performance, tech, logistics, education or law enforcement- these events have something for you. To learn more email info@artofcoaching.com or visit https://artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship Want to host an Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™? visit https://artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship and fill out the form and we will get right on it! Receive a $180 discount on The Apprenticeship™ anywhere in the world by taking AND passing Brett's online course "Bought In" or "Valued": https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup/ Also- Remember that VALUED, my online course for coaches who want to learn more about topics such as business, finance, negotiations, ethical branding, networking, and burnout re-opens January 22nd with a limited time $100 discount. Check it out now at: http://valuedcourse.com/ 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). Kevin Whitesell is one of the most positive people I have ever met and been fortunate enough to know and today he shares his journey with us and the knowledge he has acquired along the way.  Kevin initially began his career striving to become an attorney and realized early on he did not want to do this his entire life.  Today he is a Performance Coach at Exos Human Performance in Norfolk, VA. Kevin's transition from pursuing a Law degree into Strength & Conditioning at the age of 29 Dealing with the uncertainty of pursuing Strength & Conditioning as an older intern Kevin's intern experience at Old Dominion University Navigating the right path and knowing when you have the opportunity to for growth Clues given in a job description and attracting the right people Kevin's take on where his career path is taking him Constantly evolving and filling the gaps with online learning and workshops How Kevin organizes the information he is taking in from online courses Using teaching as a form of learning Reach out to Coach Kevin: Via E-Mail: kevin.whitesell@teamexos.com   Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources. Podcast Reflection Sheets: https://artofcoaching.com/podcastreflections How to Find a Mentor Guide: https://artofcoaching.com/findamentor Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my youtube channel: http

Wed, January 08, 2020

E56 | The Weaponization of Guilt & Not Being a Sucker

Don't forget to check-out and download our new free resources. Podcast Reflection Sheets: https://artofcoaching.com/podcastreflections How to Find a Mentor Guide: https://artofcoaching.com/findamentor Also- Remember that VALUED, my online course for coaches who want to learn more about topics such as business, finance, negotiations, ethical branding, networking, and burnout re-opens January 22nd with a limited time $100 discount. Check it out now at: http://valuedcourse.com/ 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). A lot of times there are people out there that if you're a really committed individual, you're a passionate individual, and you're somebody that has spent a lot of time and you have a lot of focus and faith and all that poured into your craft, there are a lot of people that will try to take advantage of that by the use of one really powerful tool, and that tool is guilt.  I offer you my own experiences in dealing with this on today's episode.   Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Mon, January 06, 2020

E55 | Duncan French: Fadbusting Training for Combat Sports

The first workshops to dive more deeply into the technical aspects of communication in coaching are now live!   If you are someone who values deep learning, the acquisition and evaluation of new skills you will actually use, as well as finding out what makes those around you tick, then we invite you to join us for our highly interactive Apprenticeship™ 2-day live event!   The Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™ is research backed, and is the first event of its kind to truly bridge the gap between skilled interpersonal communication and leadership development across domains.   Collectively, our programs have welcomed leaders of all ages from over 30 professions and 22 countries including Australia, Mexico, Canada, Ireland, Japan, Brazil, Africa, China, India, Norway and Poland.   Simply put, if you work with people in any capacity, The Apprenticeship™ is for you!   Whether your goal is to become more effective at building buy-in with those you lead, improving your ability to adapt on the fly, making critical decisions under uncertainty, or simply improving your own self-awareness as a leader, these two days will help you extract strategies that you can actually put to use.   The vast majority of our attendees seek us out specifically because they have had enough of the traditional “death-by-PowerPoint” seminars that are rife with vague self-help sound bites, trust falls, overcrowded conference rooms, shouting gurus, and topics that ignore the chaotic realities of true leadership such as:   Topics Include:       Navigating Power Dynamics & Politics Building Buy-In Across Varying Generations The Role of Perception in Leadership The Skilled and Ethical Use of Influence in Leadership 7 Critical Elements of Interpersonal Communication Strategies for Making Better Decisions While Under Duress The Truth Regarding Self-Awareness and Reflection Conflict Resolution in the New Age Creating Assessments and Evaluations For Yourself and Your Team This is done through a strategic mixture of case study reviews, role playing break-outs, self and peer evaluations, film break-downs, group discussions and more.   The truth is that every leader needs a safe place to rehearse and refine their strategies for some of life’s biggest moments-The Apprenticeship™ is that place.   We look forward to seeing you!  I would also like to remind everyone that our very next The Apprenticeship™ is on Saturday, January 25th at The Rack Athletic Performance Center in Atlanta, GA! *For questions regarding potential discounts or bespoke events please see our FAQ page and email info@artofcoaching.com   This information is kept free by our partnership with Momentous. To learn more about Momentous and what they do to help our comm

Fri, January 03, 2020

E54 | John Welbourn: Training the Trunk & Fighting the B.S.

Another quick reminder that we will be hosting our next APPRENTICESHIP™ workshop on Saturday, January 25th at The Rack Athletic Performance Center in Atlanta, GA and the clock is ticking for you to sign up! These are highly interactive 2 day workshops where professionals of all kinds can rehearse for and refine their strategies for life's biggest moments. Whether it is a contract negotiation, interpersonal conflict, hiring new staff or leading a team in general The Apprenticeship™ is focused on creating a new type of educational experience for today's leaders that is execution focused. Please see these links below for more details! Have more questions about The Apprenticeship™? Check out our FAQ page here . Want to host an Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™? visit this page here and fill out the form and we will get right on it! Receive a $180 discount on The Apprenticeship™ anywhere in the world by taking AND passing Brett's online course "Bought In": https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup/ 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). John Welbourn is someone that simplifies, gets to the point, and like myself, has almost no tolerance for B.S.  This is a conversation I really enjoyed having with John and I think you will enjoy our conversation as well. John Welbourn is a former 9-year NFL starter and CEO of Power Athlete. He also created the online training phenomena, Johnnie WOD. John was drafted with the 97th pick in 1999 NFL Draft and went on to be a starter for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1999-2003, appearing in 3 NFC Championship games, and a starter for the Kansas City Chiefs from 2004-2007. In 2008, he played with the New England Patriots until an injury ended his season early with him retiring in 2009. Over the course of his career, John started over 100 games with 10 play-off appearances. He was a four year lettermen while playing football at the University of California at Berkeley. He graduated with a bachelor's degree in Rhetoric. John has worked with the MLB, NFL, NHL, Olympic athletes and Military. He travels the world lecturing on performance and nutrition for Power Athlete. Topics discussed with John today: John's journey at an early age and how public shaming challenged him to feverishly pursue becoming a college football player John covers what it was like training as an NFL lineman in and out of season throughout our conversation The pivotal conversation that led John to have one singular goal in pursui

Mon, December 30, 2019

E53 | Eric Cressey: Fatherhood and Forward Thinking

My self-paced online course, Valued, is re-opening for good on January 22nd – and you can get $100 off if you join within the first five days! 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 as how to manage burnout and information overload. It is for coaches of every level and every age. To see a sneak peek from the course, just click here. 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). On today's show guys, we have Eric Cressey.  Eric Cressey is the president and co-founder of Cressey Sports Performance and has facilities in Hudson, Massachusetts and Jupiter, Florida.  Eric has been a legend in the performance game for a very long time. He's put out a tremendous amount of content. He works with a number of organizations, and he has worked with well over a hundred major league baseball players throughout his career. Now, it's also important to note that it's not just the major league level, right?  Eric cut his teeth at every level and that's what makes him special.  There was no early specialization within his development as a coach. He's always looked at a full spectrum view and has one of the most unique hybrid takes on both strength and conditioning and just anatomy and physiology and an understanding of biomechanics and force transfer than almost anybody else in the field.  Most importantly, the main reason I wanted to get Eric on this show is because of the tremendous amount of balance and scale he shown, not only as a father, as a strength coach, but as a business owner. So if you're somebody that's listening to this that isn't in the performance community, you're still gonna love this.  We talk about a lot of different things.  He actually has a background in accounting, which is something I learned through our conversation.  So even those of you who are finance nerds, I think are going to find this very interesting. I'm experimenting with a new way of kind of getting these bio's out of the way early so you guys can enjoy the episode.  Let me know what you think.  You are going to enjoy this and if you can make sure to turn up the volume.  Eric was sick during this episode and he was still kind enough to come on and give you some phenomenal, phenomenal content.  Lastly, make sure t

Mon, December 23, 2019

E52 | Andy Ptacek: Beating Brain Cancer & Becoming A Coach

Quick reminder that we will be hosting our next THE APPRENTICESHIP™ on Saturday, January 25th at The Rack Athletic Performance Center in Atlanta, GA!     These are highly interactive 2 day workshops where professionals of all kinds can rehearse for and refine their strategies for life's biggest moments. Whether it is a contract negotiation, interpersonal conflict, hiring new staff or leading a team in general The Apprenticeship™ is focused on creating a new type of educational experience for today's leaders that is execution focused.         Please see these links below for more details!     Have more questions about The Apprenticeship™? Check out our FAQ page: https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship-faqs/       Want to host an Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™? visit https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship/ and fill out the form and we will get right on it!       Receive a $180 discount on The Apprenticeship™ anywhere in the world by taking AND passing Brett's online course "Bought In": https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup/         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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).       I want to ask you a question real quick... how many people do you know could be diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor?  Yet they go on to become a national level weightlifter, they're nominated for an Emmy, they've written their own book, they are a marketing director at their own business, and on top of all that they are a mother.  Well that is exactly what today's guest, Andy Ptacek, has accomplished.  Today is unlike any interview I've had in the past and that is no knock on any of our previous guests.  This is an episode that is so special for so many different reasons.  If there is any episode where it really talks about how the weight room transcends into the boardroom, life, and how strain can really amplify our ability as people and professionals in a myriad of different ways, this is it.  If you have any questions after this episode, reach out to Andy as she is a tremendous resource.  Enjoy!   Topics Andy and I discuss today:   Andy's introduction The earth-shattering news of receiving word that you have an inoperable brain tumor and how the fear of not being able to raise your own children kicks in The battles along the way after having a brain tumor surgically removed and learning how to overcome this adversity How Andy processed that her life was on a short clock and how

Wed, December 18, 2019

E51 | Your Favorite Podcast's Dirty Secret

We are very excited and happy to announce that our program The Apprenticeship™ has been approved for 1.8 CEU's through the NSCA!  This is something we have a put a lot of work and research into and we couldn't be more excited to announce this.  In order to keep the prices of our Apprenticeship as reasonable as possible for you, we are only providing CEU's through the NSCA currently as they are the only organization we are approved for.   Not familiar with The Apprenticeship™?  These are highly interactive 2 day workshops where professionals of all kinds can rehearse for and refine their strategies for life's biggest moments. Whether it is a contract negotiation, interpersonal conflict, hiring new staff or leading a team in general The Apprenticeship™ is focused on creating a new type of educational experience for today's leaders that is execution focused.   These events feature a wide variety of scenarios where you and/or your staff can enhance their interpersonal skills under real-time constraints and are the first event of their kind to be vetted be actual research regarding implementation and evaluation.   I would also like to remind everyone that our very next The Apprenticeship™ is on Saturday, January 25th at The Rack Athletic Performance Center in Atlanta, GA!  See below for more information!     * Have more questions about The Apprenticeship™? Check out our FAQ page: https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship-faqs/         * Want to host an Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™? visit https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship/ and fill out the form and we will get right on it!         * Receive a $180 discount on The Apprenticeship™ anywhere in the world by taking AND passing Brett's online course "Bought In": https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup/         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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).       Today's episode is another quick solo episode where I take a look at why I started this podcast and why my goal was to separate from the thousands of other podcasts out there.  For a while, I avoided starting a podcast simply because there are so many podcasts already in existence and everyone has a story.  I think what it becomes less and less about is giving you the right information and more about seeking huge names in an attempt to simply grow their audience.  I do this podcast to give you, the listener, a voice and that was the whole point of starting The Art of Coaching podcast.  I am not talking about any particular industry.  I am speaking to every indust

Mon, December 16, 2019

E50 | David Joyce: Creativity in Coaching- Does it Have a Place?

Please be sure to join us at our next Apprenticeship™ coming up on January 25th here in Atlanta, GA!  The Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™ is not vocation specific, so regardless of whether you work in performance, tech, logistics, education or law enforcement- these events have something for you. To learn more email info@artofcoaching.com or visit this page here . Want to host an Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™? visit https://artofcoaching.com/apprenticeship and fill out the form and we will get right on it! Receive a $180 discount on The Apprenticeship™ anywhere in the world by taking AND passing Brett's online course "Bought In": https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup/ 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). David Joyce is a great friend of mine and someone that I have always looked up to.  David has a mind that is absolutely unparalleled and he has an ability to provide some of the most thoughtful feedback of any human I have ever come across.  This will be very apparent after listening to my interview with David. Since recording this episode, David has since moved on from his position with the GWS Giants.  David has always had a long-term goal of more flexibility to consult, work with, and learn from other organizations as he is now doing. Topics discussed with David today: The complications David is facing relating to communication Can communication and persuasion be taken for granted What David did to pinpoint his inadequacies as a communicator What in particular is driving David's curiosity The many ways creativity is intertwined with the leadership process Reasons why it is important to use skilled interpersonal communication as a strategy David shares his thoughts on when to know it is the right time to walk away from something and the negative implications of not doing so David's key challenge to listeners of The Art of Coaching Podcast Reach out to David: Via Twitter: @davidgjoyce Via e-mail: david@theperformanceunion.com Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media: Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB Subscribe to my youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Wed, December 11, 2019

E49 | Productivity That Matters

Quick reminder that we will be hosting our next THE APPRENTICESHIP™ on Saturday, January 25th at The Rack Athletic Performance Center in Atlanta, GA!     These are highly interactive 2 day workshops where professionals of all kinds can rehearse for and refine their strategies for life's biggest moments. Whether it is a contract negotiation, interpersonal conflict, hiring new staff or leading a team in general The Apprenticeship™ is focused on creating a new type of educational experience for today's leaders that is execution focused.       Please see these links below for more details!     Have more questions about The Apprenticeship™? Check out our FAQ page: https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship-faqs/     Want to host an Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™? visit https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship/ and fill out the form and we will get right on it!     Receive a $180 discount on The Apprenticeship™ anywhere in the world by taking AND passing Brett's online course "Bought In": https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup/     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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Today's episode is another quick hitter that revolves around doing what's best for you and not always doing what others might be doing.  I dive into a list I created for myself that I try to follow everyday in order for me to have a complete day.  Even if you might not be attached to to-do lists, I still believe you will find this episode useful if you are dealing with some sort of conflict whether it be personally or professionally.  Below you will find the categories I have listed for myself to follow and I will break these down for you on today's episode.       Spousal Intellectual Physical Social Financial Recreational Spiritual     Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my youtube channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Mon, December 09, 2019

E48 | Garrett Medenwald: Managing a Long-Distance Marriage

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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   The first workshops to dive more deeply into the technical aspects of communication in coaching are now live!   If you are someone who values deep learning, the acquisition and evaluation of new skills you will actually use, as well as finding out what makes those around you tick, then we invite you to join us for our highly interactive Apprenticeship™ 2-day live event!   The Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™ is research backed, and is the first event of its kind to truly bridge the gap between skilled interpersonal communication and leadership development across domains.   Collectively, our programs have welcomed leaders of all ages from over 30 professions and 22 countries including Australia, Mexico, Canada, Ireland, Japan, Brazil, Africa, China, India, Norway and Poland.   Simply put, if you work with people in any capacity, The Apprenticeship™ is for you!   Whether your goal is to become more effective at building buy-in with those you lead, improving your ability to adapt on the fly, making critical decisions under uncertainty, or simply improving your own self-awareness as a leader, these two days will help you extract strategies that you can actually put to use.   The vast majority of our attendees seek us out specifically because they have had enough of the traditional “death-by-PowerPoint” seminars that are rife with vague self-help sound bites, trust falls, overcrowded conference rooms, shouting gurus, and topics that ignore the chaotic realities of true leadership such as:   Topics Include:   Navigating Power Dynamics & Politics Building Buy-In Across Varying Generations The Role of Perception in Leadership The Skilled and Ethical Use of Influence in Leadership 7 Critical Elements of Interpersonal Communication Strategies for Making Better Decisions While Under Duress The Truth Regarding Self-Awareness and Reflection Conflict Resolution in the New Age Creating Assessments and Evaluations For Yourself and Your Team   This is done through a strategic mixture of case study reviews, role playing break-outs, self and peer evaluations, film break-downs, group discussions and more.   The truth is that every leader needs a safe place to rehearse and refine their strategies for some of life’s biggest moments-The Apprenticeship™ is that place.   We look forward to seeing you!   *For questions regarding potential discounts or bespoke events please see our FAQ p

Wed, December 04, 2019

E47 | The Leadership Lie

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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).     We have been told a lot of things about leadership. Much of which has come in fortune cookie format through the myriad of self-help books mass produced for today's motivational market. The truth is that "effective leadership" is far more contextual than we think. In today's episode we discuss a few of the issues surrounding this topic as well as how it is negatively impacting leadership development.   If you enjoy discussing principles of leadership, and want to dive more deeply into what the science TRULY says, be sure to join us at our Apprenticeship™ workshops available worldwide: https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship/   The Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™ is not vocation specific, so regardless of whether you work in performance, tech, logistics, education or law enforcement- these events have something for you. To learn more email info@artofcoaching.com or visit https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship/         Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup       Follow me on social media:       Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB       Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB       Subscribe to my youtube channel:       https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w       Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Mon, December 02, 2019

E46 | Julie Eibensteiner: ACL's and Return to Play Protocols

Quick reminder that application for my Coalition™ program has reopened. We intentionally try to keep the numbers low so that we can create a deeper community that is action oriented as opposed to one that is jam-packed with passive observers. This program is open to professionals from ALL walks of life and ALL experience levels, and is accountability focused. You can submit your applications at the link below. Don’t miss this opportunity to join coaches and professionals from all over the world who are already involved. Applications will only be accepted until the end of January. https://artofcoaching.com/the-coalition/ 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Today I am joined by Julie Eibensteiner of Laurus Athletic Rehab And Performance.  Julie founded Laurus Athletic Rehab And Performance in Minneapolis, MN in 2009.  Her special interests include ACL rehab and return to competition, Applied Research investigating risk of primary and secondary ACL injury, and coaching development.   Julie's background and how she ended up on her career path The many reasons why Julie is a cash-based practice The importance of understanding sport-specific rehab and return to play practices Julie's stance on ACL rehabilitation and what she sees as the missing piece What is leading to a lack of objectivity in return to play practices How Julie progresses an athlete through ACL rehab with an emphasis on eccentric and isometric movement Adjusting an athlete's ACL rehabilitation based off their symptoms Transformational leadership and how ideas produce results     Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my youtube channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com  

Wed, November 27, 2019

E45 | Dr. Jacob Harden: Are Chiropractors Quacks?

If you're curious about the training principles that helped guide some of the world's best athletes- be sure to check out our webinar series on programming! See part one here!!   https://brettbartholomew.net/product/foundations-of-program-design-a-primer/     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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).     Today, on The Art Of Coaching Podcast, we are lucky enough to be joined by Dr. Jacob Harden.  Dr. Jacob Harden is a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine and movement and mobility specialist. He owns and operates his sports medicine clinic Myodetox Orlando out of Orlando, Florida and travels the country teaching his movement and rehabilitation system via his Prehab 101 seminar series.     Topics discussed with Dr. Jacob include:   How Dr. Jacob's journey began in Texas and transitioned into owning his own private practice in Orlando, FL What has led to the public perception of chiropractors and is it fair for the public to feel this way What would an evaluation look like to show what a truly qualified chiropractor is How much time a week does Dr. Jacob spend curating his Instagram feed and how does it empower people to recover from injuries and train effectively What is training load and how does Dr. Jacob use certain metrics to optimally train higher level athletes Dr. Jacob's philosophies on testing methods for patients and athletes and how reproducible is it Effectively communicating why you have a patient doing certain things in order to produce better outcomes and understanding     Reach out to Dr. Jacob   Via Instagram: @dr.jacob.harden   Via website & course:  https://prehab101.com/home     Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my youtube channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Sun, November 24, 2019

E44 | J.L Holdsworth: Why Everyone is Wrong About Squats & The Nervous System

Want to learn more about proper strength training principles and how to program? Check out my webinar here:   https://brettbartholomew.net/product/foundations-of-program-design-a-primer/   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).     J.L. Holdsworth is a world champion powerlifter, published author and former University of Kentucky strength and conditioning coach. With over 30,000 hours of practical experience and competition best lifts of a 905 lb. squat, 775 lb. bench press, and a 804 lb. deadlift, J.L. is no doubt one of the strongest and most experienced strength and conditioning coaches in the industry.   In 2010 he founded The Spot Athletics and has built that small private training facility into two 20,000sq. ft. locations in the Columbus, OH area. Along with his facilities, J.L. is the Co-Founder of Reflexive Performance Reset (RPR), an injury prevention and performance system being used by many top sports organizations around the world.   Topics discussed with J.L. on today's episode:   Who is J.L. Holdsworth and how have mistakes along the way shaped his career The constant evolutionary mission of J.L.'s life and how he is leveraging this today to help others How selfishness led J.L. down the entrepreneurial path and the opening of his own gym "If we don't know and own our story, our coaching will be dictated by a story we don't understand" What will happen if you do not follow the order of operations when training athletes of all levels The madness created by researchers coming to conclusions on powerlifting with 2/3 of the information The circumstances that have changed J.L.'s view of the world and understanding where people are coming from   Reach out to J.L.   Via website: www.reflexiveperformance.com   Via Instagram: @coach_jl     Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my youtube channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Wed, November 20, 2019

E43 | Danny Matta: Understand What You're Worth

Do you have a job where you have to communicate with a wide range of demographics? Specifically do you find it difficult to adapt your communication style to members of different generations (kids, Baby Boomers, Millennials etc.) If so, join myself and Robert Linkul on Thursday, November 26th at 11:30AM PST where we will be discussing strategies to combat this and make you more effective. The cost is $15 which literally is the cost of less than 3 cups of coffee at your local coffee shop. http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07egq8p6494a82d766&llr=uri5twxab   Don't forget to apply now for our Coalition group. If you are someone who values the opinions of others but have trouble getting the feedback and level of collaboration you need we would love for you to join our community. https://artofcoaching.com/the-coalition/     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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   In this episode my guest Danny Matta and I share some of our takes on the dangers of not understanding your worth and the thought processes that need to be considered when providing a service. Fair warning, some of the language in here is not appropriate for children.   A few additional points- any dollar amounts discussed in this episode whether it be in regards to physical therapy services, speaking rate breakdowns and/or course costs are hypotheticals only.   The critical subjects within this episode are as follows:   Are "mastermind groups" a cult or do they have a purpose   How a lack of economic education impede your progress as a professional   Why cash based PT practices are more beneficial for both patients and practitioners   Figuring out the right approach for you to address financial debt   Why strength coaches and educators need to quit demonizing money   Reach out to Danny: Via Instagram: @dannymattapt Via Mastermind business group:  https://www.physicaltherapybiz.com/ Via e-mail: danny@athletespotential.com     Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my youtube channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Sun, November 17, 2019

E42 | Torrie Wilson: Being True To Yourself & Seeing Through The Bullshit

Do you have a job where you have to communicate with a wide range of demographics? Specifically do you find it difficult to adapt your communication style to members of different generations (kids, Baby Boomers, Millennials etc.) If so, join myself and Robert Linkul on Thursday, November 26th at 11:30AM PST where we will be discussing strategies to combat this and make you more effective. The cost is $15 which literally is the cost of less than 3 cups of coffee at your local coffee shop. http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07egq8p6494a82d766&llr=uri5twxab   Don't forget to apply now for our Coalition group. If you are someone who values the opinions of others but have trouble getting the feedback and level of collaboration you need we would love for you to join our community. https://artofcoaching.com/the-coalition/   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Today on Episode 42 of The Art Of Coaching podcast, I am excited to be joined by Torrie Wilson.  Torrie is an American professional wrestler, model, fitness competitor, blogger, and actress. She is best known for her time in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE, previously the World Wrestling Federation) under her real name Torrie Wilson.   On April 6, 2019, Wilson was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.   Topics Covered:   The fear and self-doubt of being on display in front of millions of people The circumstances and situations that have humble Torrie along the way What are people are really searching for in the world of social media What will happen if you try to be all things to all people Torrie's main goal of helping people today How to bring value and a clearer message to your audience The challenges of quickly scaling your business How Torrie's husband supports her in business endeavors and why having a great partner is essential     Reach out to Torrie:   Via Instagram: @TorrieWilson   Via Website: https://app.fittensity.com/     Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my youtube channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Fri, November 15, 2019

Bonus Episode: The Apprenticeship

We are excited to announce the official launch of our new program The Apprenticeship™!   These are highly interactive 2 day workshops where professionals of all kinds can rehearse for and refine their strategies for life's biggest moments. Whether it is a contract negotiation, interpersonal conflict, hiring new staff or leading a team in general The Apprenticeship™ is focused on creating a new type of educational experience for today's leaders that is execution focused.   These events feature a wide variety of scenarios where you and/or your staff can enhance their interpersonal skills under real-time constraints and are the first event of their kind to be vetted be actual research regarding implementation and evaluation.   There are no "trust-falls" or vanilla corporate cliches present here, and these events are not for those who already consider themselves to be flawless communicators. They are for those who are hungry to learn and who are tired of the same "death by PowerPoint" mega conferences that have dominated the leadership market for decades.   Please see these links below for more details!   Have more questions about The Apprenticeship™? Check out our FAQ page: https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship-faqs/   Want to host an Art of Coaching Apprenticeship™? visit https://artofcoaching.com/the-apprenticeship/ and fill out the form and we will get right on it!   Receive a $180 discount on The Apprenticeship™ anywhere in the world by taking AND passing Brett's online course "Bought In": https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup/   For further information and pricing details please email info@artofcoaching.com

Sun, November 10, 2019

E41 | Todd Hamer: Getting Fired, Re-Creating Yourself & Shaping Your Role

Quick reminder that application for my Coalition™ program has reopened. We intentionally try to keep the numbers low so that we can create a deeper community that is action oriented as opposed to one that is jam-packed with passive observers. This program is open to professionals from ALL walks of life and ALL experience levels, and is accountability focused. You can submit your applications HERE. Don't miss this opportunity to join coaches and professionals from all over the world who are already involved.  Applications will only be accepted until the end of January.   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   On Episode 41 of The Art Of Coaching Podcast, I am excited to be joined by Todd Hamer of Union Fitness in Pittsburgh, PA.  Todd recently took on the position of General Manager at Union Fitness.  When this interview took place, Todd was still on the staff at George Washington University.  Todd is a 20-year veteran in the collegiate strength and conditioning field.  Prior to his time at Union Fitness, Hamer spent time at George Washington University, Robert Morris University, George Mason, Marist College, VCU, The Citadel, UNC and Pitt.   Topics include:   The differentiation of job security vs career security How Todd defines quality of life The negatives of compartmentalizing life Ditching infallibility to show you're human "Becoming savagely good at the basics of programming" "Keeping everything in control" Todd's humbling experience of being fired from a 12 year University job Not letting your job define you "You look like you killed a man in the woods of Colorado" Focusing on making an impact on people under your care vs making an impact on social media Why Todd thinks you should tie yourself to the administration of your school and align with their goals Knowing how to become a good follower translates to being a better leader What is the worst advice Todd has ever heard or been given? How does Todd learn best?   Reach out to Coach Hamer:   Via E-mail: todd@unionfitness.com   Via Instagram: @toddhamer1   Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my youtube channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoachin

Sun, November 03, 2019

E40 | Greg Baker: Life as a Police Chief: Pride, Purpose and Overcoming Prejudice

Quick reminder that application for my Coalition™ program has reopened. We intentionally try to keep the numbers low so that we can create a deeper community that is action oriented as opposed to one that is jam-packed with passive observers. This program is open to professionals from ALL walks of life and ALL experience levels, and is accountability focused.You can submit your applications HERE. Don't miss this opportunity to join coaches and professionals from all over the world who are already involved.  Applications will only be accepted until the end of January.   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   Today I am honored to be joined by my friend and neighbor, Retired suburban Chicago Police Chief Greg Baker. Greg spent 34 years working in law enforcement became the first African American Police Chief in Park Forest, IL, Riverdale, IL, and South Holland, IL.  He shares his amazing journey and story with me on this episode.   Topics Discussed:   Life experiences that led Greg to law enforcement Dealing with prejudice early on while trying to apply to the Chicago police department Navigating his early career path with the Park Forest Police Department The importance of listening to learn in life How Greg handled the skeptics when taking on leadership roles People that Greg saw enter law enforcement for the wrong reasons and how this translates into other careers "You've got to inspect what you expect" Handling the everyday stresses and uncertainty of being a police officer The impact Greg's wife has had on his life The human aspect of personal service slowly going away Building a relationship with your local police department   E-mail info@artofcoaching.com that you would like to donate to local Atlanta Police Departments and we will send you a copy of my book, Conscious Coaching.  All proceeds will be donated.   Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my youtube channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Sun, October 27, 2019

E39 | Darren Roberts: Being Friends With Those You Lead: Should You Do It?

Quick reminder that application for my Coalition™ program has reopened. We intentionally try to keep the numbers low so that we can create a deeper community that is action oriented as opposed to one that is jam-packed with passive observers. This program is open to professionals from ALL walks of life and ALL experience levels, and is accountability focused.You can submit your applications HERE. Don't miss this opportunity to join coaches and professionals from all over the world who are already involved.  Applications will only be accepted until the end of January.   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).     Today, on Episode 39 of The Art Of Coaching Podcast, we are joined by Darren Roberts.  Darren was in the RAF Regiment as a Gunner & Military Parachutist from 1989 to 1998, before leaving to pursue a career in strength & conditioning.  After a period of time as a private trainer, he began work part time with premiership rugby union and rugby league teams.     In 2002 Darren began to work with Red Bull UK on various high performance projects with its athletes, where he established and delivered the Red Bull UK High Performance Programme from 2008 until 2013.   In January 2014 he joined ‘Harris & Ross’ team.  He continues to deliver the high performance & sports medicine services to elite action sport athletes, as well as many others athletes from around the world – based in the Wilmslow clinic.   Alongside his work with athletes Darren regularly presents at performance and medical summits all over the world.  He has presented on performance and rehabilitation to NASA, Nike, British Association of Sports & Exercise Medicine, European College of Sports & Exercise Medicine, Australian Strength & Conditioning Association and many others.  He also writes for various action sports magazines and websites on his work with extreme sports.   Topics Include:   Darren on 'embracing the chaos' Why some world-class athletes are world-class because they don't do what they are told Why the design of your training environment or you as a coach may be holding your athletes back How athlete autonomy can facilitate improved performance Are learning styles a thing or are they B.S.? Is being friends with your athletes appropriate?     Reach out to Darren:   Via Twitter & Instagram: @TheRealConehead   Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via T

Sun, October 20, 2019

E38 | Michael Boyle: Chasing The Right Situation

Don’t miss this exclusive pop-up event on November 2-3, 2019! Only 5 spots remain, and the price will never be this low again. Coaches and professionals of all ages and experience levels welcome!   https://bit.ly/2kvAIyc   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).     On Episode 38 of The Art of Coaching Podcast, I am pleased to have Coach Michael Boyle join us.  Michael Boyle is one of the foremost experts in the fields of Strength and Conditioning, Functional Training and general fitness. He currently spends his time lecturing, teaching, training and writing. In 1996 Michael co founded Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning, one of the first for-profit strength and conditioning companies in the world. Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning exists for one reason: to provide performance enhancement training for athletes of all levels. Athletes trained range from junior high school students to All Stars in almost every major professional sport.   Topics include:   What would Coach Boyle do differently when venturing into S&C in today's climate? Reasons why "People pick the wrong internships" Knowing your goals and how to execute them The inherent flaws of free advice Raising the standards of the outside perceptions of S&C "When the person at the top is committed to it working, it's going to work" Fear of betting on yourself Assessing your risks and the value you will get in return Why is "selling" often frowned upon in S&C?   Reach out to Coach Boyle:   Via Twitter: @mboyle1959 Via Instagram: Michael_boyle1959 Via E-mail: mboyle1959@aol.com Via Website: http://www.bodybyboyle.com/   Read my book: https://amzn.to/314zoTh   Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my youtube channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Sun, October 13, 2019

E37 | Anthony Renna: Be Like The Best

Don’t miss this exclusive pop-up event on November 2-3, 2019! Only 5 spots remain, and the price will never be this low again. Coaches and professionals of all ages and experience levels welcome!   https://bit.ly/2kvAIyc   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).     Anthony Renna has been a personal trainer since 2004, first working with Equinox, then on his own at different facilities before opening his own gym, Five Iron Fitness, in 2008.  Anthony joins us today on episode 37 of The Art of Coaching Podcast.     He sold Five Iron in 2016 so he could focus on his true passion of providing educational resources for fitness professionals to excel in the profession. His mission is to help them find success and make an impact in the world by sharing all he has learned from the best of the best.   As the founder and host of both the Strength Coach Podcast and Strength Coach TV, he has interviewed hundreds of strength coaches, fitness professionals, physical therapists and gym owners. He applies what he learned by helping fitness professionals in his personal coaching and accountability group.   Anthony still trains clients a few hours a week and is a partner with Michael Boyle in StrengthCoach.com and BodyByBoyleOnline.com   His new book Be Like the Best: A Guide to Reaching the Top in the Fitness Profession is out October 18.   You can sign up for notifications about some great pre-launch bonuses at BeLiketheBest.com       Topics Covered:   What the best in the field have in common Anthony's path to writing a book Giving a voice to the people in the grindstone Celebrating the small wins Anthony's struggle with self-limiting beliefs What will people be surprised to find in Anthony's book? Understanding context and how critical it can be in delivering a message Obstacles overcome in orchestrating Be Like The Best   Reach out to Anthony:   Instagram- @antrenna Twitter- @continuefit Facebook- @continuefitpage   Read my book: https://amzn.to/314zoTh   Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media:   Via Instagram: @coach_BrettB   Via Twitter: @coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my youtube channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Sun, October 06, 2019

E36 | Andy McCloy: Programming Confusion And Personal Development

Don't miss this exclusive pop-up event on November 2-3, 2019! More details via the link below and only 10 spots remain! Coaches of all ages and experience levels welcome!   https://bit.ly/2kvAIyc     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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   On Episode 36 of The Art Of Coaching Podcast I am joined by my friend Andy McCloy of Body Creations Sport Performance & Fitness.  Andy's facility provides a wide range of Strength Training and Performance Enhancement services to the Greater Huntsville, AL area.  Andy McCloy has worked with literally hundreds of athletes ranging from middle and high school to the professional levels, including the NFL and Arena Football Leagues.   Topics include:   Andy's beginnings and the size necessary to open a gym Replicating his older space to his new space and how that affects the gym's energy How Andy broke into the industry of Strength and Conditioning Marketing yourself, professional development, and consistent messaging Andy's take on storytelling and being relatable The impact of social comparison on young athletes Application of learning and avoiding confirmation bias What Andy thinks about people not utilizing the mass of knowledge and information that is already out there Are you doing things because the athlete needs it, or because you want to see it? Coaches searching for social approval How has owning a business impacted other parts of Andy's life? Relationship building as a superpower Andy's recommendations on business planning   Reach out to Coach Andy:   Instagram: @andymccloy_bci E-mail: andymccloy.bci@gmail.com     Read my book: https://amzn.to/314zoTh     Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup     Follow me on social media:     http://www.instagram.com/coach_brettb     https://twitter.com/Coach_BrettB     Subscribe to my youtube channel:     https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w     Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Sun, September 29, 2019

E35 | Mark Fitzgerald: What You Lose By Chasing Recognition

Don't miss this exclusive pop-up event on November 2-3rd of 2019! More details via the link below and only 10 spots remain! Coaches of all ages and experience levels welcome!   https://bit.ly/2kvAIyc     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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   I am pleased to be joined by friend and colleague Mark Fitzgerald.   Mark previously worked as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Anaheim Ducks and was the Head of Performance and Nutrition for the Canadian Hockey league, where he oversaw the combine development program and implemented many unique nutritional and educational programs.  In addition, he owns Elite Training Systems, a high-performance training center that caters to athletes from all sports. Mark is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).   Topics include:   Mark's background and obstacles overcome Mark's early days and the doubts he had on a career in Strength and Conditioning Early on influencers of Mark and the evolution of becoming an entrepreneur "The best defense against a recession is being damn good at what you do" Mark's mentality of never letting anyone outwork him and where that came from The use of haptics in Mark's coaching How Mark manages his time What does communication in coaching mean to Mark and how does he work on this? Has Mark ever been critical of himself as a father and husband due to sacrifices made in his career? Do future coaches ever consider the responsibilities of raising a family early on in their career? Making your clients visit to you the best part of their day and how Mark implements this into his staff's mindset   Reach out to Coach Mark: Via website: markfitzgerald.net fitzgeraldets.com     Read my book: https://amzn.to/314zoTh   Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media:   http://www.instagram.com/coach_brettb   https://twitter.com/Coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my youtube channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Sun, September 22, 2019

E34 | Pratik Patel: The Dangers of Group Think & Calling Out the Old Guard

Don't miss this exclusive pop-up event on November 2-3rd of 2019! More details via the link below and only 10 spots remain! Coaches of all ages and experience levels welcome! https://bit.ly/2kvAIyc   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   I am excited to be joined by Pratik Patel of The New York Giants on episode 34 of the Art Of Coaching Podcast.  Pratik Patel is in his third season as the Giants’ Director of Performance Nutrition/Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach.     Patel came to the Giants from the University of Oregon, where he was the Athletic Department’s Director of Sports Nutrition since October 2014. Patel’s job was to develop and direct the Sports Nutrition Department and manage the daily nutrition needs for 18 athletic teams and sports.   Patel is a Registered Dietitian and board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) as well as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).   Topics Covered:   The unique challenges of an NFL Training Camp Navigating the politics of professional sport Pratik's tactics for getting younger players to buy in and assessing their knowledge base The complexity of people dynamics within a professional sports organization The benefits of understanding economics and business in the S&C field Examples of Groupthink and avoiding being the outcast What will be the tipping point to force S&C coaches to evolve? Pratik's advice on networking Valuing what we do Pratik's self-critique and where does he see room for self-improvement?   Reach out to Pratik: Via Twitter & Instagram: @pratik7patel Via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pratik-patel-8685a593     Read my book: https://amzn.to/314zoTh   Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media:   http://www.instagram.com/coach_brettb   https://twitter.com/Coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my youtube channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics, and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Sun, September 15, 2019

E33 | Alan Stein Jr: Raise Your Game & Unconventional Learning

I AM GIVING AWAY MORE THAN $6,000 WORTH OF RESOURCES, BOOKS AND GEAR!  To be eligible sign up for my newsletter at https://artofcoaching.com/start and be sure to rate and review the podcast to be eligible, winners announced on the episode dropping Sept 22/23rd (depending on time zone)   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   I am pleased to be joined by Alan Stein, Jr on episode 33 of the Art Of Coaching Podcast.  Alan Stein, Jr. is a keynote speaker and author who spent 15+ years as a performance coach working with the highest-performing basketball players on the planet. He now teaches audiences how to utilize the same strategies in business that elite athletes use to perform at a world-class level.   Alan specializes in improving individual and organizational leadership, performance and accountability.  He inspires and empowers everyone he works with to take immediate action and improve mindset, habits and productivity which is what makes him one of the top motivational speakers you’ll ever hear.   Topics Covered:   Alan's views on exploring all options as a coach What to do if you are passionate about something but your skillset isn't quite there yet Is good coaching and leadership interchangeable with a good business sense? The importance of developing soft skills Using sports as a platform for leading others and improving human performance Using every tool in your tool box and knowing when to use them Alan's early on fascination with language and the intent of words How comedy and improv can improve your skills as a coach Alan's pieces of counterintuitive advice Using all platforms to add value to others Shifting from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset Reinvesting into your growth and development   Reach out to Alan: Via Website: https://alansteinjr.com/ Via Instagram: @alansteinjr   Buy Alan's book on Amazon and leave a review: Amazon Link: https://is.gd/vodfwS   Read my book: https://amzn.to/314zoTh   Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup   Follow me on social media: http://www.instagram.com/coach_brettb https://twitter.com/Coach_BrettB   Subscribe to my youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w   Learn More About My Courses, Clinics and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Sun, September 08, 2019

E32 | Mike Golic Jr: ESPN & How The Digital Age Impacts the Locker Room

I AM GIVING AWAY MORE THAN $6,000 WORTH OF RESOURCES, BOOKS AND GEAR! To be eligible sign up for my newsletter at https://artofcoaching.com/start and be sure to rate and review the podcast to be eligible, winners announced on the episode dropping Sept 22/23rd (depending on time zone) 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). Mike Golic Jr. is a retired American football player and broadcaster in ESPN Radio. During his football career, he played as an offensive guard with several teams such as Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints. He also played college football at Notre Dame where is was an Academic all-American. Today he joins us on episode 32 of the Art Of Coaching Podcast. Topics include: · What shaped Mike's personality early on · Some of the challenges associated with broadcast radio · Figuring out his radio voice through countless reps · How Mike improved his communication skills through active listening · The difference between commitment and compliance · When it is necessary to hold back on opinions · At what point is it the fault of the leader/manager/coach in failing to connect and communicate? · What has changed with college football today and how does this affect the product we see on the field? · How the Transfer Portal is changing the landscape of college football · Reasons to empathize with college football coaches Reach out to Mike: Twitter & Instagram: @mgolicjr57 Radio Show: Golic and Wingo Weekdays 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM EST Read my book: https://amzn.to/314zoTh Sign up for my course: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/signup Follow me on social media: http://www.instagram.com/coach_brettb https://twitter.com/Coach_BrettB Subscribe to my youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChxkPJr4WMhAeQUlOu6ld-w Learn More About My Courses, Clinics and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com

Tue, September 03, 2019

E31 | Christian Larson: Is Formal Education Failing to Move Us Forward?

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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).   On Episode 31 of The AOC Podcast, I am excited to be joined by an instructor and academic advisor Christian Larson of Kansas State University. I met Christian while an undergrad at Kansas State University and he has always been someone I have looked to in the past for encouragement and guidance. Christian was the first person that came to mind when I knew I wanted to do an episode on formal education and whether or not it is failing coaches and leaders.   Topics Covered:   -Christian's Background   -Defining 'Exceptional Teaching'   -Keeping students' attention in lecture   -Christian's lecture style   -Importance of remembering someone's name   -Intelligence and sense of humor   -Demoing movements in lecture and enabling students to learn more   -Knowing your audience in lecture and presenting   -Christian's methods to know his audience   -Creating an ecosystem of material to learn from   -How I wrote Conscious Coaching   -Research-based learning   -Themes to the core of communication   -What mediums are becoming available to help improve methods of learning and communication   -Kansas State's Online Global Campus   -University programs not teaching how to think   -Why critical thinking is such a scarce commodity   -Christian's line of personal accountability   -Knowing when to challenge someone as a teacher and coach   -Being prepared as a student to enter formal education     Reach out to Christian:   Via Email: crlarson@ksu.edu   Via KSU website: https://www.hhs.k-state.edu/kines/faculty/larson.html     Learn More About My Courses, Clinics andLive Events At: artofcoaching.com     Read My Book: https://www.amazon.com/Conscious-Coaching-Science-Building-Buy/dp/1543179479/ref=nodl_

Tue, August 27, 2019

E30 | Anthony Donskov: Thinking Deeper: Can You Teach It?

Be sure to sign-up for a free sample and updates regarding my online course Bought In which goes live again August 27th. For the first few days we will be offering $100 off the total price. Go to https://courses.artofcoaching.com/ now to get the latest notifications sent to you!   You can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). 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   Reach Out To Coach Donskov: Twitter & Instagram: @Donskovsc Via Website: https://www.donskovsc.com/   On this episode of The Art Of Coaching Podcast, we are joined by founder and head performance coach at Donskov Strength and Conditioning, Anthony Donskov. Anthony has years of experience both as a player, Strength Coach and business owner. Donskov is a frequent contributor/writer for Michael Boyle's www.strengthcoach.com, the best source for performance enhancement information on the Internet, and has lectured for the NSCA and USA Hockey respectively. He continues to work with athletes of all levels including minor hockey, junior hockey, college hockey, NHL, and assisting with the USA Women's' National Hockey Team.     Anthony's journey and background What inspired Anthony to pursue Doctoral route Forced complications of coaching methodologies and serial specialists Anthony's methods of athlete assessment. Directive approach vs. cooperative approach of coaching Holding the coaching veterans accountable vs. new coaches Using criticism to build knowledge Being a criticizer vs. contributor Knowing if what you're doing is working or not in coaching What does Anthony see as a successful interaction? Evaluating coaching Identifying the right type of strength coach to hire Anthony's advice on coaches seeking job opportunities What is the next step for strength and conditioning as a community?

Sun, August 18, 2019

E29 | Jen Widerstrom: Getting Out Of Your Own Way And Scaling Something That Matters

Be sure to sign-up for a free sample and updates regarding my online course Bought In which goes live again August 27th. For the first few days we will be offering $100 off the total price. Go to https://courses.artofcoaching.com/ now to get the latest notifications sent to you!   You can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). 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   Reach out to Coach Jen: Via Website: jenwiderstrom.com Instagram: @jenwiderstrom Twitter: @jenwiderstrom   It is my pleasure to be joined by Jen Widerstrom on episode 29 of The Art Of Coaching Podcast.  Jen Widerstrom is a trainer, author, TV star, and industry leader primarily known for her big hearted training on NBC's The Biggest Loser as well as her no-nonsense approach to living a more active lifestyle. As the Fitness Director of SHAPE Magazine, the best-selling author of Diet Right for Your Personality Type, and the founder of the WiderSTRONG training tribe and method- her work has been featured on Dr. Oz, LIVE with Kelly and Ryan as well as The Doctors. Jen makes an impact on the lives of tens of thousands of people across the world, and was kind enough to share some tremendous insights on this eposide   Topics Covered:   - Why the concept of becoming an "overnight success" is bullsh*t   - How we can spread and scale information while also being ethical and practical.   - Her journey with The Biggest Loser   - Her secrets for continuing to evolve   -Why "letting go" can be the secret to getting ahead.   - How to break the mold without selling out.   - Competition amongst coaches and why it is so toxic   - Being in control of your own success   - How to diversify and not lean on one particular job   - Getting reps in to develop your coaching language   - Finding your audience  

Sun, August 11, 2019

E28 | What's The Best Exercise For Performance Gains?

Be sure to sign-up for a free sample and updates regarding my online course Bought In which goes live again August 27th: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/   If you want to dive deeper into program design and how I approach it, see the link below!   https://brettbartholomew.net/product/foundations-of-program-design-a-primer/   You can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). 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   On today's episode, I address one of the most commonly asked questions in all of strength and conditioning and that is the question of "What is the single best exercise for performance gains?".  I receive this question or some other variation of this question all of the time.  I understand that people's curiosity of this question is brought on by trying to make sense of the overwhelming amount of information in the performance world and that is why I wanted to do an episode covering this topic.     Topics covered:       ·         Understanding the programming of a particular athlete based on athlete's needs     ·         Understanding the specific program and movements involved     ·         Why an exercise is not delivering performance gains     ·         How an exercise should be applied     ·         No program comes down to one exercise     ·         Integration of an exercise program     ·         Understanding situation, circumstance, and setting of an athlete

Sun, August 04, 2019

E27 | Stephanie Mock: Speaking The Same Language & Centralizing Your Staff

Be sure to sign-up for a free sample and updates regarding my online course Bought In which goes live again August 27th: https://courses.artofcoaching.com/ You can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). 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 Reach Out to Coach Mock: Instagram: @hailstatestrength Email: sm3690@msstate.edu Via MSU Athletics Website: https://hailstate.com/staff.aspx?staff=1440 On Episode 27 of The Art Of Coaching Podcast, it is my pleasure to be joined by Stephanie Mock of Mississippi State Athletics.  Stephanie joined Mississippi State University as The Director of Olympic Sports Strength and Conditioning in 2018.  The previous 5 years, Mock spent at Clemson University working with Olympic Sports Strength and Conditioning department.  She most recently served as the Assistant Director of Olympic Sports Strength and Conditioning prior to arriving at Mississippi State. Topics covered Stephanie's background Stephanie's time at Clemson Importance of background diversity Managing change of intercollegiate athletics Dealing with bureaucracy of university athletics Practice of staff hiring Roles of your staff How a potential employee can separate themselves from the pack Doing your due diligence as a prospective employee Avoiding early career obstacles Fluidity of staff transitions and nomenclature Transitioning jobs as a senior level coach Bracing yourself for the unexpected What Stephanie wants to improve within her world Breaking the norm of female strength and conditioning coaches Connecting with professionals outside of the field of strength and conditioning

Mon, July 22, 2019

E26 | Henry Anderson: An NFL Athlete's View on What Separates Great Coaches

On Episode 26 of the Art Of Coaching Podcast I am honored to be joined NFL defensive lineman Henry Anderson.Henry is a 5 year NFL veteran who has made a name for himself with his work ethic and attention to detail. I asked him to come on the podcast to talk about what separates the great coaches he has had from the rest. Why did Henry take time to jump on the podcast A journey on Henry's career What is Henry Anderson's "filter" for what makes a good S&C coach Do coaches that hard help kids be better later in life? Do athletes have learning preferences? Are NFL athletes are resistant to new movements in training? What are bad habits of strength coaches that will make Henry tune out? What resources do NFL players use to learn more about strength and conditioning How data is incorporated into the pro setting How does data effect Henry's mindset Henry's favorite exercise Henry's go to favorite artist for the weight room Henry's game day routine that really gets his mind right How does Henry down regulate after games Links https://www.instagram.com/henry_anderson96/ 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).Learn More About My Courses, Clinics and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com Read My Book: https://www.amazon.com/Conscious-Coaching-Science-Building-Buy/dp/1543179479/ref=nodl_

Mon, July 08, 2019

E25 | Calin Butterfield: Skill Evolution as a Coach & Why Posing as an Expert is Overrated.

On Episode 25 of the Art Of Coaching Podcast I am joined by Calin Butterfield who is US Ski & Snowboarding's High Performance Coordinator. Calin is one of the most unique individuals I know in regards to how he tackles problems, as well as how he treats people. Highly committed, loyal, detail oriented and personable- as coach he is a true asset in every sense of the word.On this episode he gives us his perspective on skill evolution as a coach & why posing as an expert is overrated.Topics Covered On This Episode Vulnerability leading to trust Taking ownership of something that doesn't have direction The soft skills of coaching How can we evaluate someone on soft skills Why being an expert is overrated LinksTo Connect with Calin reach out on Linkedin ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/calin-butterfield-35570a18 )This information is kept free by our partnership with Momentous. To learn more about Momentous and what they do to help our community go tol ivemomentous.com/brett . As part of the Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). Learn More About My Courses, Clinics and Live Events At: artofcoaching.com Read My Book: https://www.amazon.com/Conscious-Coaching-Science-Building-Buy/dp/1543179479/ref=nodl_

Mon, June 24, 2019

E24 | Roy Holmes: Embracing the Grey Area & The Danger(s) of Passionate Leadership

On Episode 24 of the Art Of Coaching Podcast I am honored to be joined by coach Roy Holmes. Roy is a veteran coach who worked his way up in the industry from physical therapy aid and IKEA employee to being the performance manager at Exos as well as overseeing NFL combine and veteran training. Tune in to hear how Roy has successfully navigated the gray areas of coaching and more. Topics Covered On This Episode Roy's background How working in the customer service industry plays a role in coaching development Why skipping the journey never works Living in the grey area and why dogma shouldn't exist in coaching How to get out of a situation where you are getting burnt out The keys to being good in a managerial role If you want to succeed you have to fail Developing mastery through repetition The value of doing the little tasks the right way How to filter information & to know what's valuable Links https://www.instagram.com/coach_holmes/ https://twitter.com/Coach_Holmes   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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50). Learn More About My Courses, Clinics and Live Events At:  artofcoaching.com Read My Book:  https://www.amazon.com/Conscious-Coaching-Science-Building-Buy/dp/1543179479/ref=nodl_

Mon, June 10, 2019

E23 | Playing The Long Game with Joe DeFranco

Joe DeFranco is legend in the field of strength and conditioning. Despite how territorial the performance community can be, Joe has always separated himself by openly sharing his knowledge and insight with others. He has been delivering some of the best content in the field for over 25 years, and has continually found creative ways to adapt to a changing market and audience. Tune in to hear our conversation on how to achieve longevity in the field of strength and conditioning without sacrificing your values.Topics Covered This Week-How Joe has evolved his business, practice and his own training over the years -Ethically promoting your business as a coach so you can provide for your family and stand out for the right reasons-How Joe manages information overload and an ego laden market -Why there is a time and a place for every movement and even machine -What our field needs to pay more attention to? LinksFollow @defrancosgym on Instagram https://www.defrancostraining.com Joe's certification  http://cppscoaches.com/ 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).

Wed, June 05, 2019

E22 | The Value Of Self-Doubt

Whether you're a young coach dealing with concerns about your programs efficacy or an old salty vet taking on imposter phenomenon, self-doubt is real. On this week's special edition "short" episode I am going to tell you why self-doubt is actually the fuel that makes the furnace of great coaches burn more sustainably and how you can combat information overload. Topics Covered Why getting your degree and doing an internship is only the beginning Why you shouldn't run from imposter phenomenon Why you can't have all the answers and that's OK An exercise in honesty Why you don't need to read it all The 3 C's of Information Overload Links The 200 books/articles every coach should read 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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50).

Mon, May 27, 2019

E21 | Nicolai Morris: The Effects of Social Media on Coaching, What Does the Research Say?

In this episode, it is my honor to be joined by Sydney (Australia) University's senior strength and conditioning coach, Nicolai Morris .This episode is incredibly important for our community. Wether you like it or not, social media is not going away. As a coach, Nicolai has mastered the ability of using social media to help her athletes develop and to even sharpen her own coaching practice. She has't stopped there as she is also using the power of research to help quantify the effects of social media on our profession. On this episode she breaks down what the research taught her and how she is using it to improve the effectiveness of her coaching.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 Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50)Topics Covered On This Episode Nocolai's background Why it is hard for female's to get into S&C in Australia and how does Nicolai attack it Specific strategies Nicolai has employed to grow her coaching Why are athletes drawn to social media The neuroscience of social media Nicolai’s research study on social media and the results The science of good content creation and some tips to upscale your content Should coaches carefully manicure their social media profiles? Are certain social media platforms more valuable than others? How does Nicolai use each different social media platform to coach up her athletes? What thoughts or ideas does Nicolai think our field needs to let go of?

Mon, May 13, 2019

E20 | Lessons from an Olympian & Finding Your Edge with Sara Hendershot

In this episode, it is my honor to be joined by former Olympian, and current Director of Marketing for Momentous Sara Hendershot. This episode is especially unique since we get the perspective of what constitutes truly effective coaching from a world-class athlete who has competed at the absolute highest levels in sport. Sara also dives into the strategies she deployed to help keep her at the top of her performance while competing as well as during her transition into the business world. A truly eloquent speaker, and someone who understands the true value and meaning of the term "core product" Sara discloses a deluge of helpful and insightful information as to how the small things done savagely well will provide maximum ROI in the long-run, especially as it pertains to the current and ever-evolving landscape of performance nutrition. To learn more about Momentous go to  livemomentous.com/brett . As part of the Art of Coaching audience, you can receive $20 off your 1st order of Momentous by using code BRETT20 at checkout. (Minimum purchase amount of $50) Topics Covered On This Episode Sibling rivalry and mental conditioning for sports Dealing with self doubt in the Olympic setting Finding your edge against people that have genetic advantage What kind of coach does Sara like? How has Sara's coaches seeped into her own coaching and management? Why do so many coaches struggle to adapt their style to their athletes? How did Sara learn the skillset of listening? How Sara's experience in sport brought her to Momentous What is branding? Sara lives in extremes. How does that affect here life? What is the experience like when Sara goes to the gym and works out? How does Momentous focus their energy into being the best in their lane, but not drift into too many other areas What makes the Momentous worth the price? Why does Momentous focus on the protein and recovery side of sport nutrition? What is the one nutrition based thing Sara wishes she did more of as an athlete?

Mon, April 29, 2019

E19 | The Value of a Strength Coach: Building a Blueprint for Your Career

This episode dives into a resource that has been two years in the making, features feedback from more than 3,000 coaches, and has more than 150 research articles supporting it. It was made by coaches, for coaches, in an effort to help strength and conditioning evolve and take the next step into becoming a more viable profession. Strength coaches all across the world are dealing with major issues that they are unsupported in, and often don’t want to talk openly about. Whether it’s issues with burnout, debt , job volatility, a broadening gender gap or simply confusion as to how to take the “next step” in their career it is covered within this course. What makes it especially unique- is that it also features lifetime access to video, audio, PDF’s and all slides from what is easily one of the most detailed projects I have ever put together in my life. It is now live, and will remain open for the next 5 days only. (May 1-May 5th). All of you understand how special our field is, and many of you have touched the lives of hundreds if not thousands of athletes. Please join me in helping S&C take the next step. Nobody is going to do it for us. We either get involved now, and learn the necessary skills to thrive as a unified front, or we will continue to face these same issues for years to come. Over the long-term- what affects one of us, impacts ALL of us. See the link below and let’s get started! https://valuedcourse.com/

Tue, April 16, 2019

E18 | Michael Silbernagel: Managerial Creativity, Resourcefulness & Staff Development

As the head strength and conditioning coach at the University of Mary, Michael Silbernagel places a detailed emphasis on communication, accountability, attitude, discipline, maintaining a high standard of care for the student-athlete. Coach Silbernagel understands that building buy-in is a complex process, in which the athletes themselves must also be involved, so he found unique ways to use social media to make what they do within the strength and conditioning department, not just a brand- but also a way to reach a larger audience. To learn how to sidestep the obstacles of a small school budget, and find more creative ways to leverage communication, tune into this episode of the podcast to learn more about his strategies for leadership, eating steak and why crushing a 5lb loaded potato isn't enough to get you a t-shirt in North DakotaTopics Covered On This Weeks PodcastWhat it takes to be a great managerGrowing organically vs. copycatting your mentorsHow to define standardsWhat advice are veteran coaches giving out that they aren't living by?What advice should coaches be ignoring?How does Michael Silbernagel cope with stress?When coach Silbernagel only has 15 minutes to train what's his go-to for getting it in?What movement or training principle was coach Silbernagel set on in the past and with experience has backed off?Downregulatory training after long travel experiencesWhat is the book that nobody in the coaching field has written that coach Sibernagel would write?To Connect With Coach Silbernagel go here https://twitter.com/umarystrength?lang=en https://www.instagram.com/umarystrength/ To receive more coaching and leadership resources, be sure to go to https://artofcoaching.com/start . I don't send emails often, but when I do the content is always valuable.You can also learn more about my book at: https://consciouscoachingbook.com/

Tue, April 02, 2019

E17 | Behaviors That Devalue Your Work, Your Legacy & Your Profession

What is happening to strength and conditioning? As it stands today, the field has not yet earned the appellation of a true profession, and this mainly has to do with behavioral issues that still run rampant from within which has corroded the breadth of positive contributions coaches are able to make in the lives of others. Enough is enough! The manner in which we continue to glorify the "grind," and abide by a religious fervor of self-sacrifice, defensiveness, and at times a know-it-all attitude erodes opportunities for all of us to grow as professionals and help more people. So what? In Episode 17 I discuss more thought around this and also provide a few details around a resource that can help us better adapt and grow that I will be announcing soon. Be sure to please share your thoughts, and as always- any honest review of the podcast is appreciated. To receive more coaching and leadership resources, be sure to go to https://artofcoaching.com/start . I don't send emails often, but when I do the content is always valuable. You can also learn more about my book at:  https://consciouscoachingbook.com/

Mon, March 18, 2019

E16 | The Passion Paradox: With Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness

If you examined the common characteristics of all of the CEO's, high level athletes, MD's and Special Operators in the world it's highly likely you'd find they all have one quality in common that drives their success: discontent. For some reason, most successful people can never stop and appreciate what they have done as soon as they achieve they are onto the next thing. On the flip side this quality can be a curse that leads to failed marriages, abandon children, health problems and more. This is the paradox of being passionate and it's the topic of this weeks show with my guests Brad Stulberg & Steve Magness who have co-authored a new book called “The Passion Paradox”.About The Authors Brad Stulberg is an author and executive consultant/coach while Steve Magness is an elite level distance running coach. Together in 2017, they authored the best-selling book “Peak Performance”. Both men are high achievers in their chosen fields, and have had to face this paradox on their own and have become highly qualified to talk about being passionate, losing balance and being burnt out. Topics Covered On This Weeks Show What made the authors want to write the book Does commitment bring on the Passion Paradox Chasing validation and the cost of doing it Do Brad and Steve get jealous of other books in their category that get more praise than them Why forcing performance always back fires How to go down the research rabbit hole without letting the nuance of it consume you Why asking for help can prevent the passion paradox Is passion suffering? Is living a balanced life an illusion? Having people around you that can call you out passionparadoxbook.com @SteveMagness@BStulberg Like Brad said in the show "if you're not on the newsletter, what are you doing?" Get on it here https://artofcoaching.com/start

Mon, March 11, 2019

E15 | Tim Caron: The Flaws With "Free" Advice & Why You Should Put Skin in the Game

On Episode 15 of the Art of Coaching podcast I am joined by industry-leading strength coach Tim Caron. Tim is the former Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach at Army West Point where he helped Army beat Navy for the first time in 15 years. Notice I say former head coach. That is because after reaching what most coaches consider the "Zenith" of their career, Tim decided to eschew the "coaching system" to start his own facility, Allegiate. The reason: because the coaching system is broken. Tune in to find out why Tim thinks the coaching community needs to stop asking for free advice, start putting skin in the game and why "leaving the system" might be the best thing you can do. How do strength coaches limit themselves Having mentors beyond the field The importance of monetizing your time How the coaching industry in perpetuating the belief that coaches should give advice for free Why do strength coaches have such contested emotions about money How cash strapped strength coaches can get advice without being disrespectful Learn more about and connect with Tim Caron here https://www.allegiategym.com/ https://twitter.com/tim_caron2 Head over to https://artofcoaching.com/start to get the latest updates on seminars, content and more.

Mon, February 25, 2019

E14 | Noël Brand: Strain, Sacrifice and Self-Awareness

On episode 14 of the Art of Coaching podcast I interview Gym Jones Certified S&C Coach Noël Brand about strain, sacrifice, self-awareness and why he uses instagram to show off unloaded squats. Noel is a former Netherlands Royal Marine turned Strength & Conditioning coach. He currently co-owns a gym, Breda Strength & Conditioning, with his wife and is one of the very few fully certified Gym Jones coaches in the world. Here is an overview of the topics we cover on this episode Working with your spouse The importance of working on your personal (outside of the gym) weakness Giving hard feedback and how to deal with it The Gym Jones process of coach development Most important thing Noël has learned to deal with from his years of coaching Emphasizing the basics How Noël self evaluates his coaching and business How much has Noël invested in his continuing education The 5 movements Noël has to have when training a tactical athlete Follow Noel here @ breda.sc on Instagram @ brand.sc on Instagram https://bredasc.com/ JOIN MY NEWSLETTER HERE: https://artofcoaching.com/start

Mon, February 18, 2019

E13 | Jamie Lafler: Patience, Self-Presentation & Employability

Patience is an underrated and under-appreciated virtue in our microwave expert society. It is the attribute that will beget all good things in your career and life. When I think of young coaches who have exhibited some tremendous patience, there is one person that comes to mind immediately, Coach Jamie Lafler. Jamie has had a long, winding and interesting coaching journey that started as an athletic trainer and has since moved to the private sector where she is absolutely crushing it. This week she is on the podcast to share her experiences and to talk about patience, how to maintain composure during the long ride of becoming employed, and being sure to never forget the art of timing. Here are some of the topics we cover on this week's podcast Jamie's story The patience mindset If you want to make money you gotta grind Interning: the system and how long it takes The importance of gaining trust with an athlete The importance of staying in touch The mistake of not asking for help Developing authentic likability Lessons on timing Common mistakes that young professionals and coaches make Navigating the gender gap Connect with Jamie on her Instagram page . To ensure you don't miss out on some valuable coaching resources, make sure you join my newsletter now!

Mon, February 11, 2019

E12 | Mike Meegan: An Army Ranger’s View on True Leadership & "Mental Toughness"

On Episode 12 of the Art Of Coaching podcast I catch up with my old friend, former trainee and current Army Ranger Mike Meegan. I wanted to get Mike on the podcast because as a Ranger he is not only a true subject matter expert in leadership and what many refer to as "mental toughness" but also what it takes to survive and adapt in high-stakes situations Many of the topics discussed are may seem simple or obvious, yet they are pervasivly under-executed within our current society, and across multiple professional domains as well. Enjoy as one of our country's finest leads us through lessons he has considered to be home and hearth to helping him survive, learn and lead throughout his multiple deployments.Here are the topics we cover on this episode Why leadership is a people business Should popularity matter in leadership What it means to adapt Mental resilience vs mental toughness The importance of deep self analysis Books and experiences that our outside of Mike's normal sphere of influence The importance of morale What does Buy-In look like in the eyes of an Army Ranger What happens when you try to please everyone How to spot the inauthentic Personal and professional weaknesses Mental resilience for the field of combat vs the athletic performance field If you want to reach out to Mike you can do so by emailing him at  bigmeegan@gmail.com Thanks for listening!

Mon, January 28, 2019

E11 | Vulnerability In Leadership

Whether you are a coach, CEO or mom all of us are in leadership positions where we feel like we can't show vulnerability without losing credibility. On this podcast I talk about how to talk use your personal experiences to develop a trust relationship without losing your professional boundaries. Here are the specific topics I get into on this episode- Compassion the middle ground between empathy and apathy- Real weakness and insecurity- The strongest drive in human nature and our tribal nature- The importance of listening and follow up questions- Call to action If you like what you heard today make sure you head to https://artofcoaching.com to get more free resources.  

Thu, January 17, 2019

E10 | Kurt Hester: Coaches or Clowns: Motivational Theatrics, Ethics & Standing Up for Your Values

On Episode 10 I am joined by Louisiana Tech Head Strength and Conditioning Coach Kurt Hester. If you aren't familiar with Kurt, before taking the LA Tech job he was formerly the Head Coach of the Manning Passing Academy, as well as the owner of D1 in Nashville, TN. He is renowned for his no-nonsense approach to training and his contributions regarding the future of the S&C profession, but his biggest asset may be his ability to tell it how it is and paint a clear picture to athletes and sport coaches alike. That is exactly why I believed him to be the perfect guest for this episode- as it breaks down common motivational tactics, and issues we as coaches face from a stigma standpoint. Topics Covered On This Episode Are Kurt's love for hunting and career path Personality traits Kurt learned that helped him navigate his early career path What bothers Kurt about how we conduct ourselves as performance professionals Wrestling an alligator on a heavy squat day Compromising ethics and the importance of knowing when to stand up to sport coaches Intrinsic motivation vs extrinsic motivation How to evaluate a coaching staff Maturing from debating movement selection and programming to actually coaching Connect with Kurt Hester here Twitter |  Instagram Also if you are interested I have a coaching seminar coming up this weekend. You can get more info  here .

Mon, January 07, 2019

E9 | Matt Bertsch: Why We Need to Quit Overlooking High-School Strength & Conditioning

On Episode 9 of the Art of Coaching Podcast, I sit down with a guy who has one of the best jobs in all of strength & conditioning. Matt Bertsch is the Performance Director for Lincoln Public Schools in Lincoln Nebraska where he overseas the strength and conditioning for 6 area high schools and more than 3,500 athletes. Too often, coaches chase big name jobs whole overlooking other opportunities for growth. My hope in bringing Matt on is that I can help us as a profession quit overlooking high-school strength & conditioning and potentially get some people to open their minds to other jobs out there. If you like this episode, or want to learn more from Matt make sure to follow him on Twitter @matt_bertsch. Also make sure you let us know what you think of the podcast via an iTunes review! Topics covered on the show Matt's Story Moving from the floor to administration Getting buy in as administrator How to get your resume viewed How to properly use video Preparing for an interview: going beyond wearing a suit and showing up What are you weakest in now and what are you going to do about it Things Matt learned from Coach Venable How does Matt defines who is a good coach Links from the show NHSSCA.us NCSA.com To join Matt's network of High School strength coaches follow @matt_bertsch @coachvenable & @coachbrokaw on Twitter

Thu, December 27, 2018

E8 | Molly Binetti: Accepting Criticism, Humble Beginnings & Being a Professional

On Episode 8 of the Art Of Coaching podcast I am joined by my long time friend Molly Binetti to talk about being a Pro strength and conditioning coach. If you aren't familiar with Molly she is the head strength and conditioning coach for the South Carolina Women's basketball program. Before accepting this position she also worked at University of Louisville and Purdue University. Molly is straight up on the best coaches I know and the reason I think she separates herself is because of her unparalleled standards of professionalism. Check out this episode to gain some insight from Molly on how to be a pro and put it into practice in your gym, weight room or board room today. Topics Covered On The Show Molly's background How the way Molly was raised translated into being a pro coach Taking criticism The social media talk: how do you handle criticism and how do you filter what you share Gaining validation for methods How to have effective self evaluation If you were fired today what is your back up plan Where are coaches not investing enough of their time What is the part of coaching that is over thought What does the term buy in mean What are characteristics of a good coach Where to connect with Molly Twitter: https://twitter.com/coachbinetti Email: mbinetti@mailbox.sc.edu

Mon, December 17, 2018

E7 | Dr. Matt Jordan: Walking the Line of Being a Presenter, Coach & Researcher

On Episode 7 of this podcast I sit down with one of coaching and sciences most brilliant minds, Dr. Matt Jordan. If you aren't familiar with Matt is a sought after presenter on return to sport after injury, training program design for elite athletes, and creating interdisciplinary high performance practitioner teams and the information we cover on the episode is mind blowing. I wanted to get him on the podcast to talk about some of the uncomfortable topics that aren't often asked in the coaching and research communities like how to create value, get your rhythm and avoid the imposter syndrome and I think we nailed it. Check out the episode to find out for yourself. Other topics covered include: What role speaking plays in the atmosphere of strength and condition Being yourself as a coach and presenter Topics that are overbastardized The problem of having too many dismisses coaches but not enough skeptics The importance of asking questions and not being "too cool" to be ask something dumb The anatomy of a great question Failing to connect and bombing as a public speaker Gauging impact beyond performance 5 exercises that every program should included and why they are backed by peer reviewed data Learn More About Matt Jordan Website Twitter Facebook Links From The Show Walter Herzog's citations Simple Decision Rules Reduce Injury of Quad Strength

Mon, December 03, 2018

E6 | Women in S&C, Setting Professional Boundaries & Finding a Mentor with Brianna Battles

Authenticity is word that gets tossed around often in the world of social media, but few actually live it. On Episode 6 of the Art of Coaching Podcast I am joined by someone who is sincerely authentic in everything she does, Coach Brianna Battles. Brianna is former D1 strength and conditioning coach and corporate wellness vet who left both of those worlds to start her own company called Everyday Battles. Brianna's company specializes in coaching pregnant athletes as well as educating coaches on how to help athletes navigate the physical and mental considerations of athleticism during these chapters in a woman’s life. Check out this episode to learn why it's easier to practice what you preach when your preach what you practice. Topics Covered On This Episode-Why Brianna started her company-Finding monitorship as a postpartum expert-The physiological considerations of the pregnant athlete-Being a leader as a woman in the strength and conditioning field-How to find great mentors-The systems that help Brianna be a balanced and successful coach, wife & entrepreneur-Misconceptions of being an entrepreneur-Advice for women who want to get into the strength and conditioning field Learn more about Brianna Battles here Website  www.briannabattles.com Brianna's Course http://www.briannabattles.com/online-courses/coaches/pregnancy-postpartum-athleticism/ Instagram: @ brianna.battles Subscribe To The Art Of Coaching Podcast Here iTunes Spotify Google  

Mon, November 19, 2018

E5 | Navigating Your Early Career Pt. 1

"Please God don't let me be pigeon hold in a normal job." This was a prayer of mine immediately after graduating under grad and being denied a internship by the United States Olympic Committee. I am fairly certain that many of you out there pray the same thing in regards to looking for your first break in the coaching field out of school, or maybe even looking for a promotion. On this episode of the podcast I share a bit of my personal background story in an effort to answer the question "how can I get a break into the strength and conditioning career field." I also share some tips on how to separate yourself from the pack of other coaches looking for a job. If you are a coach looking for help in managing your career make sure to check out my upcoming Careers In Coaching seminar in Atlanta that is happening January 19-20, 2019.    

Mon, November 12, 2018

E4 | Coach Davis Conley

On Episode 4 of the Art of Coaching podcast I am joined by Coach Davis Conley from Northern State University to talk about what it's like to be a young coach coming up in the profession as the climate in the coaching profession is constantly changing around us. Specific Topics We Get Into Are Development of interns What are the important things to learn Taking risks and the value of that in improving your network Why age doesn't matter in coaching You can contact Davis via the info below davs.conley@wolves.nothern.edu @coachdconley on Instagram

Mon, October 29, 2018

E3 | Brock Bittle

On this episode of the podcast I am joined by Brock Bittle, who is a former student athlete of mine to about one of the tough parts of our profession: what happens when you can get a job. Brock played football at Southern Illinois and after his collegiate career came to a close and he moved into the coaching side. After a few years of interning and grad assisting he found himself burnt out and asking questions about his future in the coaching profession. Tune in to hear Brock's story and find out how he answered these questions. Links mentioned in the show are as follows Newsletter Opt-In:  https://artofcoaching.com/double-optin/ Brock Bittle's Contact:  brockbittleazrealtor@gmail.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/brock.bittle

Wed, October 17, 2018

E2 | Culture: Myth, Facts & Tips

Today I am talking about one of the most bastardized terms in the human lexicon: culture. It's often used to describe what's going right or wrong with teams or organizations, but we really don't have a good working definition of what culture is, which means it's pretty hard to make changes to it if we don't know what it is. So on this episode I will share a definition I really like and then explain how culture can become stagnant and corrosive and how we can prevent that or fix it if it is happening. Here is a link to the article I reference in the show: Culture Change By Elite Performance Teams If you are interested in checking out my course Bought In head over to ArtOfCoaching.com to do so. Enrollment for it closes this Friday. If you have questions you want addressed on this podcast feel free to reach out via info@artofcoaching.com. Have a great week! Brett

Fri, October 05, 2018

E1 | Welcome To The Art Of Coaching

Over the years I have been vehemently against doing a podcast, but after talking to many of you about leadership, coaching, management..etc my passion for educating on the little things that go unnoticed was reinvigorated and I decided that It was really important to make what I know available in every medium possible. So I'm doing a podcast. On this first episode I sit down to talk about what you can expect from me on here and what I aim to accomplish and what is going to make this podcast different. Please feel free to share your thoughts or questions. I am reachable via email at info@artofcoaching.com on Instagram and I would love to hear from you. If you want to check out my book, course or personal website you can do so here. Course: http://artofcoaching.com Book:  https://goo.gl/mNhcrv Personal Website:  https://brettbartholomew.net/ Thanks! Brett