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Hosted by best-selling author, speaker and performance coach Brett Bartholomew, the Art of Coaching Podcast is a weekly show aimed at getting to the core of what it takes to change attitudes & behaviors in the weight-room, boardroom and everywhere in between.
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Monday Feb 13, 2023
Monday Feb 13, 2023
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:
The Apprenticeship Live Communication Workshop
E63: Power Dynamics in Leadership
E126: Contextual Components of Communication
E202: Influence Tactics: Why Facts & Logic Don't Change Our Minds
E130: How Understanding Drives Helps Build Buy-In
I’m excited to announce that our next round of the AoC Leadership Challenge is back, starting March 6, 2023. The Challenge is an accessible, tactical and affordable tool to help you learn to better manage your relationships in the same way you strategically manage your fitness and finances. Different from previous Challenges, this round is focused on your ability to formulate a compelling and persuasive message. You’ll have access to the entire AoC team and an extremely welcoming community of people looking improve and help others do so as well. Join The Challenge TODAY!
Today’s episode is brought to you by:
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Monday Feb 06, 2023
Monday Feb 06, 2023
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:
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- 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
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, schedule a call today.
With that said, we are always sure to thank our current sponsors for their support. Today’s episode is brought to you by two of our most loyal partners, VersaClimber and Athletic Greens.
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Athletic Greens is a powder that contains 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. So whether you're on the road and you know that you're not going to have access to great nutrition, you're heading out the door and you need to ensure you have your bases covered, or you just want to minimize the chances of getting sick or worn down, be sure to check them out For a free one year supply of immune supporting vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase, all you have to do is visit athletic greens.com/coach. Take ownership over your health!
Monday Jan 30, 2023
Monday Jan 30, 2023
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:
Other Referenced Resources:
- Art of Coaching Podcast E187: Archetypes: What They Are, What They Aren’t, and How They Help Us Grow
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 - from leadership, to speaking, to negotiation, and so much more. It starts March 6, and for less than $4/ day you’ll have access to the entire AoC team, worksheets, short presentations, and a community of other professionals looking to grow - just like you. Sign up today HERE!
Today’s episode is brought to you by:
Momentous: 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's grogginess. All of their products are 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.
Monday Jan 23, 2023
Monday Jan 23, 2023
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:
Ask us anything! - We want to hear from you! Tell us what you would like to hear more of, what you like most about our show, or what episodes have been most helpful for you and why. We want to provide you with as much value as possible, and can’t do that without your feedback. Looking forward to connecting with you!
AOC Podcast E130: How Understanding Drives Helps Build Buy-In
Today’s episode is sponsored by Athletic Greens. They 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 purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/coach.
Monday Jan 16, 2023
Monday Jan 16, 2023
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 BetterHelp. At some level, we all struggle with unexpected challenges in life. BetterHelp is an accessible, convenient, private, and affordable therapy option to help you look at your problems a little differently, feel less stressed, and gain confidence. Visit BetterHelp.com/AOC for 10% off your first month.
Monday Jan 09, 2023
Monday Jan 09, 2023
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:
- 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 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 2023 live event schedule for the best date and location for you!
To check out the other continuing education opportunities we offer at Art of Coaching, explore our website, or let us know what you’re looking for at info@artofcoaching.com. We are happy to help you find the best resources for your specific goals!
We are thrilled to welcome in the new year with our loyal sponsors, Athletic Greens and Momentous.
Athletic Greens is a powder that contains 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. So whether you're on the road and you know that you're not going to have access to great nutrition, you're heading out the door and you need to ensure you have your bases covered, or you just want to minimize the chances of getting sick or worn down, be sure to check them out For a free one year supply of immune supporting vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase, all you have to do is visit athletic greens.com/coach. Take ownership over your health!
Getting in your greens is just one piece of the puzzle. 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. So whether you're trying to sleep better, improve basic health markers, knock out a 5k get stronger or simply ensure you have your overall nutrition covered, Momentous has researched backed, NSF certified products that can help. As an Art of Coaching listener, you can get 15% off your first purchase of Momentous products by going to livemomentus.com/artofcoaching or use code BRETT15 at the checkout.
Monday Jan 02, 2023
Monday Jan 02, 2023
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:
- Outside articles:
I’ll also take my own advice here - 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. We appreciate your time, effort, and support!
Many of us can simply benefit from being around other people that we can run our ideas by, so that we can get themout 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.
As always, a big thank you shout out to our sponsors, who make it possible for us to provide FREE RESOURCES like this podcast. Athletic Greens gets 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 purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/coach.
Monday Dec 26, 2022
Monday Dec 26, 2022
“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:
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
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There are only a few days left in our holiday book sale. 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!
Today’s episode is brought to you by:
Momentous: 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's grogginess. All of their products are 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.
Dynamic Fitness & Strength: These guys are our go-to equipment partner. Fully customizable and manufactured in the heartland of America- whether you’re looking to outfit your home gym or entire weight room, visit mydynamicfitness.com to get started. Tell them Brett and the Art of Coaching Team sent you!
Monday Dec 19, 2022
Monday Dec 19, 2022
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 Christmas Day. It’s approaching quickly, so don’t wait! Sign up HERE today!
Lastly, we are extremely grateful to our podcast sponsors for helping us bring quality content to you week after week. Today’s episode is brought to you by:
Momentous: 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's grogginess. All of their products are 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.
Dynamic Fitness & Strength: These guys are our go-to equipment partner. Fully customizable and manufactured in the heartland of America- whether you’re looking to outfit your home gym or entire weight room, visit mydynamicfitness.com to get started. Tell them Brett and the Art of Coaching Team sent you!
Monday Dec 12, 2022
Monday Dec 12, 2022
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
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 proactively address them.
This resource can be especially useful if you’re in a leadership position. The fact is that leadership is a full contact sport. And if you have done it long enough, at some point, you've likely felt like even when you tried to do things right that you're somehow failing or not living up to expectations.
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!
Today’s episode is brought to you by:
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