You have wisdom that could change lives, if you turned it into the right kind of coaching package. But is something holding you back from sharing it? Maybe you don’t think you have time to figure out how to create a coaching program. Maybe you aren’t sure you have enough material to create an offer […]
After years of studying expert coaches in graduate school, I arrived at my own coaching philosophy: to positively impact the world through Love, Effort, Attitude, and Discipline (LEAD). The character traits within LEAD are cornerstones in the philosophy’s of arguably the all-time best coaches including Phil Jackson (NBA), Vince Lombardi (NFL), Nick Saban (NCAA football), […]
It’s hard to overemphasize the power of mentorship. A mentor is not only a teacher and guide, but a source of wisdom and experience. The guide sets a pace that can be followed. Today’s mentor can easily be accessed worldwide through digital platforms and communication. With the onslaught of distractions and messaging from unproven sources, […]
In this episode of Beyond Coaching, Dr. Levi Nelson discusses his journey into coaching and explains his LEAD philosophy: Love, Effort, Attitude, and Discipline. He argues that caring for athletes not only develops their character but also translates into better performance and more wins. He emphasizes that coaches can and should balance character development with […]
Every generation faces its own set of stereotypes and misunderstandings, and my generation is no exception. Often, we are labeled as soft and reliant on technology. In some cases, this may be true, but overall, I don’t believe this is the case for Gen Z. Just as previous generations have evolved and adapted to changing […]
The Biochemistry of Motivation Artemisdiana/Depositphotos If you are trying to influence people to change their behavior, unless they clearly see value in changing and a path safe from failure or loss, they will resist your suggestions. Emotions are often triggered when people are presented with a view of a possible future that conflicts with their […]
What do running a business, attracting clients, and moving to a new house have in common? Surprisingly, a lot. In the beginning of June, I moved to a rural area. And it. Was. CHAOS. From playing real-life Tetris with a too-small trailer, to getting stuck with said trailer at the entrance of a field, to […]
In this podcast episode, the guest reflects on the impact his coach had on his life through constructive criticism and outright honesty. The coach helped him understand his weaknesses and pushed him to work on them, preparing him for the challenges he would face in life. The importance of trust and the building of a […]
The frustration was palpable within a group of leaders with whom I recently worked. They were in a tough spot. Competition was emerging from unexpected sources. Revenue was not tracking to meet expectations. The organization was responding with significant structural change. And these leaders had been told by executives that if the business was to […]
You take risks regularly, from backing your car into the street to trying a new restaurant. You only hesitate when your fear of the unknown leads you to focus on the worst that could happen. I’ve had many coaching conversations start with, “I need to make a decision.” Yet after describing the options, it’s clear […]
