Beyond Coaching: An Impactful Coaching Project Podcast

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Bruce Brown: Feedback is the Norm Jan 07, 2025

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Bruce Brown from Proactive Coaching affirms that discipline and selflessness create the foundation for an athletic culture of character. Bruce discusses how monitoring and managing social media use is essential for athletes' mental health, citing the need for external experts to guide athletes through this digital arena. He also stresses the importance for athletes to learn how to self motivate and begin to create their own success. This conversation highlights how relationship dynamics, self-direction, and external influences shape motivation in sports.

(Most Listened 2024) Dustin Galyon: Being for the Student-Athlete Dec 31, 2024

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Dustin Galyon is the co-founder of "The Impactful Coaching Project" is a celebrated and award winning speaker in coach. As a collegiate coach, he spent a decade coaching college basketball and is now a college golf coach. In both sports, he lead his teams to unprecedented heights. He is also a nationally recognized speaker who speaks on topics of leadership, faith, customer service, and culture.

This podcast episode delves into the importance of understanding and embracing generational differences in coaching and leadership. The hosts, with guest Dustin, reflect on their own failures and learning experiences, and how these shaped their approach to coaching Generation Z. They discuss the changes in coaching styles and strategies needed to effectively connect with this generation, emphasizing the significance of empathy, grit, and process-oriented coaching. The conversation highlights the need for coaches to adapt and meet the unique needs and motivations of Generation Z athletes, and to focus on creating a cohesive team environment. Ultimately, the podcast emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and growth as leaders, as well as the transformative power of understanding and valuing the individuals we coach.

Beyond Coaching is a podcast of the Impactful Coaching Project. The Impactful Coaching Project seeks to develop coaches that coach the whole person. ICP is the thought leader in coaching the 21st century athlete and produces training, information, and original research to help coaches develop. It is done in partnership with Friends University in Wichita, KS. For more information, check out https://impactfulcoachingproject.substack.com/.

Dr. Jesse Godding: Part 2 Dec 17, 2024

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This episode Beyond Coaching is Part 2 of the conversation with Dr. Jesse Godding. The conversation touches on the differences between generations, especially with the advent of Generation Z in the sporting space. Despite changes in technology and social interaction, the core human need for love, acceptance, and direction remains constant. Consequently, successful coaches treat their athletes as people and recognize these enduring needs.

The Impactful Coaching Project (ICP) aims to transform coaching by helping coaches adopt a holistic approach to coaching and leadership. ICP serves as a leader in helping coaches lead the 21st Century Athlete. We offer a variety of training programs, resources, and research to help coaches grow in their roles. By highlighting the connections between mental, emotional, and physical health, ICP provides coaches with the tools they need to promote healthy team environments that achieve at a high level. Our commitment to innovative coaching practices empowers coaches to create environments that encourage resilience, teamwork, and personal growth.

Our book is now available! "Leading and Coaching the 21st Century Athlete" by Dustin Galyon and Rob Ramseyer is now available on Amazon!

Dr. Jesse Godding (Part 1): Structuring Intentional Character Formation Dec 03, 2024

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In this episode of Beyond Coaching, the hosts speak with Dr. Jesse Godding of Nelson University about the challenges in athletic coaching and administration. He highlights the need for intentionality in coaches fostering spiritual growth and positive character formation in athletes. He also talks about the risk of athletic departments becoming countercultures within institutions due to different hiring practices, talent acquisition, and lack of reiterated expectation levels.

The Impactful Coaching Project (ICP) seeks to develop coaches that coach the whole person. ICP is the thought leader in coaching the 21st century athlete and produces training, information, and research to help coaches develop. For more information, check out https://impactfulcoachingproject.substack.com/ or contact us at rob@impactfulcoachingproject.com.

Book Release Announcement! Nov 26, 2024

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In this special episode of Beyond Coaching, Dustin and Rob introduce their new book, born out of 15 years of shared experiences and conversations. The book is called "Leading and Coaching the 21st Century Athlete. They discuss the book's focus on leadership, coaching Generation Z, and their unique framework— the three C's: Care, Competence, and Constancy. They delve into practical, day-to-day strategies and the importance of creating healthy team cultures. The episode wraps up by highlighting a chapter on conflict resolution, featuring expert insights. The book aims to serve as a vital resource for coaches looking to inspire and lead effectively in their respective sports.

Buy our book now at on Amazon!

A Conversation with Wayne Simien Nov 11, 2024

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Wayne Simien shares his experience training under different coaching styles that have influenced his career as a college basketball All-American and NBA player. He highlights Coach Self for establishing a standard based on toughness and Pat Riley's ability to motivate a group. Wayne simultaneously comes to a realization that blending toughness with trust makes for a successful athletic career.

PODCAST SHORT: When Your Role Outpaces Your Readiness: Leadership Insights Oct 29, 2024

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In this episode of Beyond Coaching, Rob and Dustin dive discuss the idea that leadership positions can't outpace one's character or experience. Dustin shares his journey from a record-setting sales role to a challenging leadership position that highlighted the gaps in his readiness. Together, they discuss the pressures of early promotion, the importance of maturity, and how young head coaches can struggle when thrust into new roles too quickly. They also explore the significance of relationships, collaboration, and mentorship in cultivating effective leaders and coaches.

Coach Kos: Innovative Approaches in Athlete Wellness Oct 14, 2024

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In this episode of Beyond Coaching, Coach Kos who shares her unique journey from being a student athlete to becoming a coach and licensed counselor. Overcoming personal injury and depression, she discovered her passion for supporting student athletes' mental health and wellness. Her experiences equip her to relate deeply with athletes and coaches, understanding the unique pressures they face. She discusses her work with Training the Complete Athlete, a company providing resources and support to help athletes manage mental health struggles, advocating for more open discussions and proactive engagement with available resources.

Carrie Kosderka-Farrell or "Coach Kos" is a mental health counselor and softball coach. She was a college softball coach for over a decade and is now a mental health counselor for college athletics and consults for athletic departments. For more information, check out her website at https://trainingthecompleteathlete.com.

Matt Shepherd: Winning Isn’t Everything, But It Matters Sep 30, 2024

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In this episode of Beyond Coaching, hosts interview Matt Shepherd, the Dean of Athletics and Spiritual Life at Trinity Academy, about the importance of using sports as a tool to build children rather than the other way around. Matt shares his journey from working with Young Life to his current role and emphasizes the significance of authenticity and trust in coaching. He also discusses how winning affects team morale and individual growth, offering actionable insights for coaches and athletic directors who seek to impact their athletes positively.

For more information about Trinity Academy or Matt Shepherd, go to their website at https://www.trinityacademy.org.

Overcoming Fear and Arrogance in Coaching Sep 16, 2024

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In this episode of Beyond Coaching, the Rob and Dustin discuss the essential elements of competence in coaching. Originally defined by wisdom and effort, they now introduce fear as a third factor preventing competence. Through personal stories, they explore how arrogance and insecurity can hinder a coach's growth and highlight the importance of mentorship and feedback. The discussion emphasizes how embracing feedback from peers and players, despite initial defensiveness, can lead coaches to significant improvements and deeper self-awareness.

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