The Coaching 101 Podcast
Welcome to The Coaching 101 Podcast, hosted by Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson, where football coaching takes center stage! Whether you're a seasoned football coach, a rookie on the sidelines, or just a die-hard fan eager to learn more about the game, this podcast is your playbook for success.
Join Daniel and Kenny as they break down game strategies, share insights on player development, explore leadership on and off the field, and tackle the challenges of coaching at every level. Featuring interviews with top coaches, athletes, and experts, every episode is packed with tips, stories, and strategies to help you build winning teams and inspire greatness.
Step onto the field and into the minds of coaching pros—because greatness starts with the right game plan!
The Coaching 101 Podcast
Building Buy-In: From Relationships to Leadership w/ Chris Cole
In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson are joined by guest coach Chris Cole. Together, they discuss the intricacies of building buy-in from players, coaches, and the community. Cole shares his experience transitioning to the head coach position at Bristow and explores building relationships, overcoming pressure, and practical strategies to cultivate leadership and team commitment. Key takeaways include the significance of servant leadership, aligning with community and administrative alphas, and the fusion of scheme and culture in coaching.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:39 Coach Cole's Journey Back to Bristow
02:55 Season Highlights and Challenges
05:36 Simplifying Football for Coaches and Players
06:19 Promoting Coaching Resources and Clinics
10:09 Discussing Buy-In and Team Culture
33:13 The Pressure of Following a Successful Coach
34:27 The Importance of Buy-In Beyond Records
37:01 Building Relationships from Day One
39:27 Engaging the Community and Staff
43:14 Adapting Coaching Strategies
47:35 Leadership and Servant Leadership
55:22 Final Thoughts and Quotes
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