Dr. Dave Jones discusses faith, sports psychology, and entrepreneurship.
Key Takeaways
- Parents should focus on making sports fun for kids under 15, avoiding pressure and prioritizing enjoyment
- Dr. Dave emphasizes the importance of leading by example in faith and business
- Psychology plays a crucial role in marketing, sports performance, and personal growth
- Dr. Dave's latest book "On Thin Ice" explores faith journey through a hockey-themed narrative
Topics
Dr. Dave's Background and Business
- Founder of M is Good, a Christian advertising agency (24 years old, one of the largest)
- Transitioned from pro hockey career to marketing and psychology
- Holds a doctorate in sport and performance psychology (13-year journey)
- Works with 10-15 hockey players from NHL down during seasons
Parenting Advice for Youth Sports
- Key advice: "Just have fun with them" for kids 15 and under
- Avoid instructing/yelling; preserve trust and don't let sport become a wedge
- Use language like "I love watching you play" instead of performance-based praise
- At 16+, parents become ambassadors, providing resources as needed
Faith in Business and Personal Growth
- Lead by example in faith journey; behavior speaks louder than words
- Create a culture/opportunity to bring people alongside in faith
- Recognize "FLAP": Fear, Lust, Anger, Pride as common struggles
- Implement guardrails (e.g., never alone with opposite gender) to maintain integrity
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