"The culture is an incredibly strong force, and the only way to reach them is to change the way they see themselves." Chapter 7 Takeaways: Contagious Culture It turns out running a program is actually very simple: pic.twitter.com/XV9qKGyRcq — Jordan Sperber (@hoopvision68) April 22, 2019 Culture is the coaching buzzword. Schools are the macrocosm of … Continue reading Talent Code: Chapter 7
Talent Code: Chapter 6
"What skill-building really is, is confidence-building. First they got to earn it, then they got it. And once it gets lit, it stays lit pretty good." Chapter 6 Takeaways Talent Hotbeds Motivating as a Minimalist Couple additions to the ignition concept regarding environment and motivation. As a reminder, ignition is the essence of why anyone … Continue reading Talent Code: Chapter 6
Talent Code: Chapter 5
"...(I)gnition is determined by simple if/then propositions, with the then part always the same - better get busy. See someone you want to become? Better get busy. Want to catch up with a desirable group? Better get busy." Chapter 5 Takeaways: Ignition - how motivation is created and sustained Variables to 'Flip the Switch' The idea is skill takes … Continue reading Talent Code: Chapter 5
Talent Code: Chapter 4
"Baby steps are the royal road to skill." Chapter 4 Takeaways: 3 Rules for Deep Practice (1) Whole-Part-Slow (2) Repetition (3) Feel It 1. Whole-Part-Slow Refers to visualizing the action, move, or concept in its entirety. Allowing those to conceptualize on their own for how to execute. Chunking is considering the breakdown, taking a part … Continue reading Talent Code: Chapter 4
The Talent Code: Chapters 2 & 3
"Struggle is not optional - it's neurologically required: in order to get your skill circuit to fire optimally, you must by definition fire the circuit suboptimally; you must make mistakes and pay attention to those mistakes; you must slowly teach your circuit." Chapter 2 & 3 Takeaways: Myelin = Skill The Science behind Skill-Development System … Continue reading The Talent Code: Chapters 2 & 3
The Talent Code: Intro & Chapter 1
"This is not ordinary practice. This is something else; a highly targeted, error-focused process. Something is growing, being built." Intro & Chapter 1 Takeaways Definition of Talent Deep Practice Skill-Development Futsal and Sport Innovation to Challenge/Accelerate Skill-Development Talent defined by author Coyle, as the possession of repeatable skills that don't depend on physical size. Identifying The … Continue reading The Talent Code: Intro & Chapter 1
Calling Up: Chapters 28-33
Chapter 28 "Don't worry about being better than somebody else, but never cease trying to be the best you can be. You have control of that, not the other." Chapter 28 Reflection: What message does your behavior send to your team, colleagues, and the world around you about your values and focus? This can be … Continue reading Calling Up: Chapters 28-33
Calling Up: Chapters 24 – 27
Chapter 24 "I would rather inspire them to work harder than control them with fear." Chapter 24 Reflection: What steps can you take to offer autonomy to your team? Do you feel as if your team members can see and feel their growth? I have had the opportunity to work with experienced head coaches that … Continue reading Calling Up: Chapters 24 – 27
Calling Up: Chapters 20 – 23
Chapter 20 "Leaders create more leaders." Chapter 20 Reflection: What challenges do you face with a coaching staff or lack of coaching staff? How might you see these as opportunities? Our staff is presumably similar to many high school staffs across the country. We have one head coach per team (Freshman, JV, & Varsity) within … Continue reading Calling Up: Chapters 20 – 23
Calling Up: Chapters 15-19
Chapter 15 "Interviewing for a big coaching job. Speaking in front of a room full of people. Taking the game-winning shot. ... it takes courage and strength to be vulnerable." Chapter 15 Reflection: What are the areas you work hard to show strength? What are the areas where you have doubts and weaknesses? Can break … Continue reading Calling Up: Chapters 15-19
Coach's Climb 