Episodes

Thursday Aug 06, 2020
E111 | Luke Worthington: How To Say No & Managing Expectations
Thursday Aug 06, 2020
Thursday Aug 06, 2020
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.
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Also on today’s show:
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How to move "the sail and the wind"
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Luke’s journey to find his voice and values in one day
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How to say “no” and create boundaries without “big timing” people
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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
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Monday Aug 03, 2020
E110 | Corey Beasley: Always Evolving
Monday Aug 03, 2020
Monday Aug 03, 2020
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:
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Tapping your network to gain the skills you lack
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The importance of defining and “knowing” your niche
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Starting your own business - is the reward worth the nonsense?
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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.
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Thursday Jul 30, 2020
E109 | Why You're Not Getting Anything Done
Thursday Jul 30, 2020
Thursday Jul 30, 2020
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.
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Monday Jul 27, 2020
E108 | Dan Noble: The Advantages of Anxiety
Monday Jul 27, 2020
Monday Jul 27, 2020
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:
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How to quiet your mind and center yourself through activity
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Getting athletes to think / options for those who don’t love journaling
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Closing the gap between those who “make it” and those who don’t
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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!
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Thursday Jul 23, 2020
E107 | Paul Cauldwell: Transitioning Jobs And Optimizing Recovery
Thursday Jul 23, 2020
Thursday Jul 23, 2020
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:
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The power of yes AND…
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The skills coaches can bring to other industries
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Callusing the mind and preparing for change
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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.
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Monday Jul 20, 2020
E106 | Jesse Elis: The Authenticity Trap
Monday Jul 20, 2020
Monday Jul 20, 2020
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:
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What you should NOT do once you get the job
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Being authentic and trying too hard - can they be one and the same?
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Ego defense mechanisms preventing you from true self-reflection
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Falling into the trap of trying to prove instead of provide value
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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
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Thursday Jul 16, 2020
E105 | Overcoming Imposter Phenomenon
Thursday Jul 16, 2020
Thursday Jul 16, 2020
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:
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Imposter phenomenon, what is it?
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Who does it impact?
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What are the common signs?
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Imposter archetypes and how it manifests itself
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Strategies for overcoming imposter phenomenon
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Monday Jul 13, 2020
E104 | Jim Davis: Wasting Your Life Trying To Be Right
Monday Jul 13, 2020
Monday Jul 13, 2020
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:
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If you were a movie character, how would you act?
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The good and the bad sides of creating a recognizable brand
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“Anchor and tether” - why clarity and adaptability must coexist
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The Good Athlete Project and how it has changed during COVID-19
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Thursday Jul 09, 2020
103 | Ryan Johnson: The Pyramid of Influence
Thursday Jul 09, 2020
Thursday Jul 09, 2020
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:
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The “Pyramid of Influence”: what it is & how to use it to create better interactions
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The importance of using an “influential other” in persuasion
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Do you need to be an extrovert to influence others?
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Wanting vs. needing to learn something
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Elon Musk and the role of perception in effective leadership
Connect with Ryan:
Via his email: ryan.johnson@wayzataschools.org
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Monday Jul 06, 2020
Monday Jul 06, 2020
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:
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The role of deception in effective leadership
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Creating an environment to practice chaos and adversity
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Is there a difference between leadership and management?
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How vulnerability and humility can be “overdone”
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"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
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