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May 18
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401: Unlock Elite Performance: The Power...

COACHING CULTURE PODCAST
About this episode

JP Nerbun and Nate Sanderson sit down with renowned Elite Performance Coach and author, Alex Auerbach, PhD , for a practical and insightful discussion on the psychology of coaching high-performing teams.

In this episode, you'll learn actionable strategies to:

  • Identify the 3-5 Key Behaviors that truly drive success for your athletes and team.
  • Cultivate a Winning Mindset by understanding and instilling the core beliefs of "belief in me, belief in we, and belief in us."
  • Bridge the Gap Between Belief and Action with concrete techniques to reinforce positive thinking and translate it into consistent high-level performance.
  • Navigate Challenges and Setbacks by maintaining belief in the process and focusing on long-term growth.
  • Prioritize Athlete and Coach Well-being as the foundational element for sustainable elite performance and avoiding burnout.
  • Challenge the "Grind" Mentality and understand why rest and recovery are crucial components of high achievement.
  • Lead Authentically by embodying the mindsets and behaviors you expect from your athletes, building trust and credibility.

Alex shares his wealth of experience working with elite NBA teams and his insights as an author to provide practical takeaways you can implement immediately to elevate your coaching. JP and Nate bring their unique perspectives from leadership coaching and the high school level, making this conversation relevant for coaches at all stages.


Don't miss this episode packed with valuable insights and practical advice to unlock elite performance in your athletes and teams!


#ElitePerformance #HighPerformanceTeams #CoachingAthletes #SportsPsychology #AthleteDevelopment #Leadership #MentalPerformance #Wellbeing #TeamCulture #AlexAuerbach #JPNerbun #NateSanderson


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