Process 2 Perform

Itzik is the owner of Mental Coach Pro, and works with athletes of all ages to develop their mental skillset.  We had a great discussion about the different components of becoming your best, and how he can integrate your training with mental development!  You can find Itzik on IG or TikTok @mentalcoachpro, or visit www.mentalcoachpro.com

Coaching development is as important to the sustained success of a program as player development.  We have all the resources in the building to dramatically improve the model, yet we are still stuck in our old traditions.  Why?  New methods for improved performance this week on Process2Perform! 

There are two reasons that the older generation feel the younger generation has in some ways strayed off the beaten path; one reason we can improve!  Process2Perform uncovers some of the existing stereotypes and how to improve our sense of community and obligation in this world of individualized athletes.  

Maybe the largest obstacle for today's athlete to overcome is self-handicapping.  Some of this is a consequence of what we have put around these athletes, so how can we as parents, coaches, and mentors help them get past their fears?  Check out an all-new episode now!  

What does it take to not be normal?  More importantly; are we making it more or less easier for our athletes to figure out if they want to be more than 'normal'?  This week we take a hard look at how the youth sports industry has affected our perceptions, and what we can do about it for the next generation of athletes! 

Professional racing driver and founder of Blayze Coaching Dion Von Moltke joined P2P to talk about how his virtual coaching platform is going to level the playing field for aspiring athletes.  Dion and I could share a brain, really enjoyed learning about the direction he is taking performance coaching!  Check out Dion @BlayzeCoaching or @DionvmR and visit www.blayze.io to check out what's next in virtual coaching! 

Our athletes need to become more like scientists and less like spectators.  Listen in to see what we mean, and how your athlete can get the most out of their experience.  

Coach Holmes is the Performance Manager at the industry leading EXOS facility in Carlsbad, CA, and was nice enough to stop by to talk programming, coaching education, and navigating an ultra-competitive industry.  Great insight on the best practice training methods from an industry expert!  Follow Roy @coach_holmes on IG and Twitter.

Watching Golden State win the fourth title in eight years got me thinking - what teams are the best to replicate?  Teams that experience GROUP FLOW have so many natural advantages over their opponents, but it takes very specific processes to create the conditions for GF - learn what those are now on Process2Perform! 

Karon is the General Manager of the online sportsbook at FanDuel; the largest online sports betting platform in the United States.  FanDuel is part of the larger parent company, Flutter, which is the largest online betting platform in the world.  Karol was kind to come on the show and discuss the organization culture at FanDuel, how operating in a hyper-competitive market affects the day to day, and how to cope in an ever-changing environment.  Incredible insight that carries across platforms!  Check out Karol @KJC_Ireland !

National Champion Coach Jennings of MontVerde Academy joins the show to talk development, leadership, and how to build a program that recruits for itself.  I love learning from guests on the show; Special has so many great ideas and best practices we can all benefit from!  Follow Special @SpecialJennings and MontVerde Girls Basketball @MMAGB! 

What does owning your career, or owning your process, actually mean to you and your athlete?  Find out how the elite consider their careers on this week's P2P podcast! 

How valuable is cognitive training in sports, and how can we as coaches and parents maximize the value behind cognitive and visual development?  Like everything, this is not a straight line, but we are getting there! 

Something special happen when an athlete merges their ideal physical state with the requirements they have to manage their style of play.  Teams are always looking for ways to measure the physical and the neural; we have to develop our behaviors first and foremost. 

Butch is a national championship winning coach who took a small public school in Bellevue WA, and turned it into a powerhouse.  There is perhaps no other program I have come across that is aligned with my philosophy as Butch is - I learn something new every time we speak! 

Evan Mathis made it to the top of the mountain in the NFL; All-Pro guard and SuperBowl champion!  Evan's path to elite level success was not a straight line, but he was always curious, resilient, and confident.  Great lessons for any aspiring athlete and their crew - including how to think about more than just your sports career! 

Tackling is the vehicle we use this week to demonstrate how coaches and players can develop better confrontational athletes.  The work you put in BEFORE confrontation matters the most!

Kevin was the youngest candidate appointed to partner in the history of the McKinsey consulting firm.  Kevin was kind enough to drop by and share the process his team goes through to help the best in the world become better at their process.  Incredible insight from an industry that highly correlates to the sports world!  

Athletes can experience burnout in their sport over a number of factors.  Understanding the underlying reason and how to combat it can be the difference in your ability to move forward.  

Jon Runyan Jr. is a rising star in the NFL, having completed his first full season as the starting left guard for the Green Bay Packers.  Jon grew up in an NFL family, and has a very unique and insightful view on growing up having to stare down expectations from the fringe in order to become the person you have always wanted to be.  Check out Jon on IG @jon_run1 and give Jon's mom a follow @alyssarun_ !!!

There are three laws we must adhere to in order to be the LION!  Learn more about how using these laws will help your athletes become their best! 

Very fortunate to have the Dave Ellis, Director of Performance Nutrition for the Nebraska Cornhuskers, on the show to talk about ownership decisions.  Dave is a pioneer in the space; his work with Coach Tom Osborne put the 'Huskers decades ahead of the competition in the early nineties.  Dave went on to consult with many of the biggest clubs in professional sports, before returning for his third stint with Nebraska as the foremost authority on performance nutrition.  Follow Dave on Twitter @fuelingtactics and check out YouTube for some of his great content!

Great time to take an audit of your time spent training!  What events are giving you the most bang for your buck?  Take our test and see if you are training or filling up the calendar.

NFL veteran QB Brad Smith joined the P2P Interview Series today to talk player development, great coaches, and his best teammates.  Brad has a great disposition and confidence about him; love the way he thinks about his career!  Follow Brad on Twitter or Instagram @RealBradSmith 

Packers all-time leading rusher and a great teammate Ahman Green hits the show today to talk all-things competition.  Ahman has a mindset that has always separated him from the group - he is special and should be studied!  Check out @ahmangreen30 to follow Ahman, and check out On My Block Packers Podcast and Ahman Green's Gamers Lounge! 

Let's take a quick break from the interviews to take in some great lessons this NFL season has taught us.1) Where you start out matters, or it doesn't.2) Best at the basics gets you a ring. Check out the episode and be sure subscribe, rate, and review! 

Daniel Guzman is a renowned soccer performance expert and founder of Guzman Performance.  Daniel joined the P2P Interview Series this week to discuss the difference between exercising and training, and what a tremendous difference having the right people in place can make in your career.  Daniel was formerly the head S&C for the LA Galaxy, LAFC, and the USMNT.  Tons of insight and experience - thanks Daniel! 

MMA star and all-around awesome human joins the P2P show to discuss mental health, the business of the fight game, and how this beautiful sport has changed his world!  Check out Shorty on Twitter @shortytorresMMA and support the Team Shorty Foundation by checking out his website TeamShorty.com! 

Head strength coach of the Miami Dolphins Dave Puloka joins the show to discuss character development, pride in detail, and the lessons we can all learn 'under the bar.'  Dave is a 14 year NFL veteran coach, and has become a thought leader at the highest levels.  Great opportunity to get the inside scoop from one of the best! 

World champion performance psychologist Dr. Rick Perea (Doc P) joined to talk mental state, organizational culture, parental involvement in sports, and much more.  Doc has worked with individuals and teams across the NFL, NBA, MLB, and many other competitive environments.  An absolute force of nature who brings the unique perspective as a highly decorated specialist and a former professional athlete!  Follow Doc P @DrPDK2 on Twitter, or check out the site thinkone4you.org! 

Seattle Seahawks legend Jim Zorn joined the show to talk culture, coaching philosophy, and QB development.  This man is among the best quarterback developers in the country; this is a great listen for anyone curious how great coaches break down complex ideas! 

Along with some excellent guests on this year's podcasts, I wanted to share a couple themes from some of the wonderful competitors that have come into our circle.  We all have ideas for the New Year; everyone comes in with resolutions or objectives...and most of the time they come up short.  Why?  Because we don't follow our own script.  Here are two key insights to help navigate your upcoming opportunities - the second one might surprise you! 

Awesome talk with one of the world's top competitors!  Bethanie has a perspective that can only be gained through experiences as a tennis prodigy, a hungry professional, and an Olympic champion!  Such an awesome human to spend an hour with; incredibly insightful information for athletes and their families.  Check her out @matteksands (twitter and instagram)! 

Couple themes keep popping up this year that are great conversation pieces with our athletes, regardless of age.  

Communication is a two way street, and emotion (unfortunately) plays a huge part in how we interpret words.  How to convey our thoughts in a competitive environment will ultimately determine the success of our assets, so spend the time to get right! 

That time of year, especially in my sport, where the days seem to drag on.  How do you as the leader of an organization/family continue to get the most out of your athletes?  

Best holiday of the year!  What should athletes be thankful for?  Those things that are available to everyone, but only they have learned how to use! 

We are always looking to find more to do.  More training, more games...have you ever thought about what kind of model will move the dial the most for your athlete?  If you are going to spend the resources, make sure it is moving the dial.

We need to redefine our priorities; what is really the most important 'ability'? 

What are the factors that create the conditions for an unwavering state of mind?  The foundation of every successful athlete is a strong belief in their ability to accomplish the required task.  But how do we develop that? 

The human condition has evolved from enduring pain related to survival, to pain related to excess.  Our success has consequences IF we allow it to take our eyes off of the goal.  More in this week's episode.

We are anxious by nature.  We want results.  Success is on its own timeline, we just have to be ready.  What's more; if we see success as a destination, then staying on top becomes impossible.

Thank you to those who write in with questions for me - this week I thought I would take a shot at answering a common question in the community: how many hours a week does my athlete need to spend developing?  No right answer, but as always we share opinions...

We spend valuable resources at every level on things that do not fundamentally move the dial.  What moves the dial for your athlete; what should you be prioritizing?  More to follow on Process2Perform.

Ideally we see every situation for what it is and not how we perceive it to be.  As athletes, the ability to simplify and act on what we see instead of how we feel about it leads to a much happier, more successful career.  Learn more on this week's episode!

Access to information is great, but we have so many experts in sports now...how do our athletes keep focused on what matters most?  Consider our take on this week's episode. 

How do you have the conversation with your athlete about validation?  Whether you are speaking for your own efforts or theirs, validation is a conversation that needs to be considered as we travel on this journey.  

This is the closest I will get to a conspiracy theory...the GOAT made a statement last week I think didn't get enough attention, particularly in the circles that are trying to become the next great athlete.  We explore further in today's episode. 

What if where you're at isn't the right place to be?  If something has changed, and your athlete is no longer developing; what exactly can we do?  We look to the league for answers.

No one likes to talk about performance anxiety...except me!  Let's break down the causes and systematic solutions to this bane of every athlete.

Age old question - are we doing too much or not enough to get better?  Perspective matters, the individual matters; the answer is not as simple as some like to think.