Culture Builders

Unlocking the mystery of playing time!

Coaches, it's time to rethink the playbook when it comes to sports parents.

Talking about high standards is easy, but what really matters is what you tolerate. If unacceptable behavior goes unchecked, standards drop. As a coach or leader, it's your job to enforce these standards with discipline that builds character, not tears it down. The biggest misconception? Thinking athletes need to feel bad to do good. But as Dr. J Nelson said, “Where did we ever get the idea that to make kids do better, we must first make them feel worse?” Let’s ditch the yelling and punishments. Instead, hold athletes accountable with logical consequences like "fix it," "timeout," or "loss of privilege." For example, if a player doesn’t go hard in a drill, have them do it again. If their attitude still isn't right, they sit out. This sends a powerful message: practice is a privilege, an opportunity to get better. Let’s raise the bar by calling our athletes up, not out.

"To make it special, make it hard."

Want to build a positive team culture? Focus on what you want more of! If you constantly point out the negatives, you'll see more negatives. But if you highlight the positives, you'll see more of that goodness!

One of the biggest mistakes we make is setting a team culture and then just... leaving it.

As coaches, we strive for athletes who embody hard work, positivity, and support for their team. But how do we inspire these behaviors?Not through fear or control, but through empowerment and shared standards.An authoritative approach fosters collaboration and aligns behaviors with our team’s vision. A Let’s co-create a team manifesto—a set of standards that define our success and guide our daily actions.When athletes understand and contribute to these standards, they’re more committed to upholding them and holding each other accountable.#TeamStandards#ChampionshipCulture #Empowerment --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturebuilders/support

The first practice or team meeting sets the tone for the entire season.

Every great team starts with a vision—a vision that goes beyond winning games and championships. It's about inspiring greatness and unity.

Why do you coach the way you do?Step 3 of knowing your "why" is about coaching from your character instead of just your personality! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturebuilders/support

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A mission statement is a short sweet summary of WHY you do what you do regardless of results. Crafting your mission statement can be a tricky thing! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturebuilders/support

Go beyond the boring mandatory parent meeting at the beginning of the season that only focus' on logistics. Share more with your team parents by inviting them into the locker room or having a parent practice!  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturebuilders/support

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