In this episode of the CEO Strength Coach Podcast, Ron McKeefery interviews Gus Felder @CoachFelder72/@CoachFelder, the Director of Football Player Development at the University of Nebraska. They discuss the transition from athlete to coach, the importance of treating players with respect, and the need for resilience in coaching. Felder emphasizes the significance of building relationships with athletes, understanding their needs, and developing accountability. He also shares insights from his book, 'Inside the Game,' which focuses on mastering the inner game and personal growth. The conversation highlights the evolving needs of athletes and the importance of leadership skills in coaching.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Gus Felder

01:40 The Athlete to Coach Transition

04:14 Mastering the Inner Game

11:18 Understanding Athlete Needs

15:49 Building Accountability and Relationships

22:13 Resilience and Self-Discovery

28:05 Developing Leadership Skills

Takeaways

• Treat your players the way you want to be treated as a player.

• The athlete's needs have not changed; they still want to improve.

• Building relationships is essential for accountability.

• Resilience is key in both coaching and personal growth.

• Know yourself before you lead others.

• Journaling can help with self-reflection and growth.

• Every athlete wants to be noticed and held accountable.

• Coaches should focus on developing soft skills.

• It's important to create a supportive environment for athletes.

• Don't take yourself too seriously; have fun in coaching.

Keywords

#coaching, #athletedevelopment, #strengthtraining, #leadership, #resilience, #accountability, #playerdevelopment, #personalgrowth, #mentorship, #sportspsychology