Welcome to Season 6 of The Coaching Podcast, where we explore coaching philosophy, player development, and the essence of becoming the best version of oneself. Our host, Emma Doyle, has a wonderful conversation with Dr. Peter McGahey, a seasoned teaching assistant professor at West Virginia University and a distinguished Coach Developer. Together, they talk about what drives people to coach and the pivotal role coaches play in shaping the lives of those they mentor. Join us as we navigate through thought-provoking questions and visionary insights that challenge traditional coaching norms. It's not just about the game; it's about unlocking the learning that lies within us. Welcome to a journey of discovery, growth, and the pursuit of excellence.  Here is a summary of the key points; 0.58: Do you prefer sunrise or sunset? 1.12: Why do you coach? To help people become the best version of themselves 1.47: When did you discover that you wanted to become a coach? REEL ED: 3.24: HIGHLIGHT ED: Is there someone out there who believes in you? 3.52: Who was that coach or person that CHOSE to believe in you? 7.34: Is it possible for a parent to coach their children/child? 50: Are parents the biggest problem in youth sports? As a parent, do you have clearly defined roles between being a parent and being a coach? Be respectful of the different roles. Dad answer: “I love watching you play.” 34: What’s the difference between teaching, coaching, coach developing? The common thread: “You are helping people discover the best version of themselves.” 45: What makes a great coach? (WMAGC) Care – do you care about them as a person first? Joy- Do you have a feeling of real content and enjoyment when you coach? Do you create joy in the sports experience for your athletes/team members/players? Passion – Do you have passion for your sport? Do you have a passion for people to reach their potential? 31: Story about the great coaching qualities mentioned above. REEL Peter: 16.43: HIGHLIGHT: It’s about unlocking the learning that is in front of us … 03: How do you deal with a coach who doesn’t agree with a game-centered approach to learning? Respect different opinions (adopt a growth mindset) Meet the person where they are … instead – listen and learn to choose your moments when to share. What’s your preferred coaching style? Are you more direct or indirect with your communication? REEL ED: 22 mins: HIGHLIGHT ED: Park your ego and meet people where they are at 42: In the ever-evolving coaching landscape what disruptive idea do you have that will disrupt the way that we coach in 2030? We have evolved from finding games and drills. How do we impact and how do we communicate more effectively with people? We are not coaching robots! We are coaching people! Remote learning in ways that we could have never imagined will happen! REEL ED: 25.32: One thing AI can’t teach is curiosity! 00: Don’t rush your soccer penalty kicks! 45: As coaches, soon we are going to be able to view film from the player’s perspective. What did the athlete see? How can I support them in their learning? 53: Book: Grassroots Coaching Top 3 tips: 97 years of age COACH and a World War II person. Selective perception – they see everything through their lens/their eyes (so acknowledge it and accept it). They can be correct in their perspective but incorrect in their environment. Player readiness – physical, emotional, spiritual (whole person) = positive experience Take a longer-term view Closure – are you bringing your athletes (or workplace team members) to closure? The Coaching Podcast is sponsored by The Sampson Agency - a talent entertainment and sports management company owned and operated by Tina Samara. Visit: www.thesampsonagency.com or  email: tina@transitioncoach4athletes.com To learn more about becoming a workplace coach or advancing your coaching skills, visit: www.opendoorcoachingusa.com or email: info@emmadoyle.com.au  About Peter McGahey Dr. Peter McGahey is a teaching assistant professor at West Virginia University in the School of Sport Sciences and a Coach Developer and the Technical Lead for the C-Course with U.S. Soccer. He has degrees in Educational Leadership, Physical Education/Sport Coaching, Human Performance and Sport and Communications. He holds both a United States Soccer Federation ‘A’ License and a ‘Youth’ License. McGahey served as a NCAA Division I and II Women’s and Men’s Head and Assistant Soccer Coach for over 20 years. McGahey has coached athletes all along the developmental pathway and developed programming at the local club, state, and national levels. Most recently serving as an Assistant Coach with CP Soccer, Technical Advisor to Down Syndrome Sports of America, the West Virginia Soccer Association - Olympic Development Program Director, and a pre-academy coach at Mountaineer United Soccer Club. Additionally, McGahey is the co-author alongside Dr. Peter Pierro of Grassroots Coaching: Using sports psychology and coaching principles effectively. Connect with Peter Website: https://www.beyourbest2day.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drpetermcgahey/ Insta: @BUrBest2day

In a milestone celebration, CEO Natalie Ashdown from The Open Door Coaching Group engages in a fun interview with the host of The Coaching Podcast, Emma Doyle, commemorating the achievement of 150 episodes. Reflecting on the journey, Emma shares invaluable lessons learned, unveiling some of the highlights accumulated over the years. The interview delves into the essence of the show's commitment to coaching for success in both sport and business, emphasizing its transformative impact. As the conversation unfolds, listeners are treated to insightful reflections, showcasing the evolution of the podcast and its dedication to empowering individuals in their coaching endeavors. This milestone episode becomes a testament to The Coaching Podcast's enduring legacy, capturing the essence of growth, leadership, and the pursuit of excellence in the dynamic realms of sport and business coaching. We hope you enjoy this episode and remember to share it with a fellow coach. Some of the highlights include; 2.50: The Purpose of The Coaching Podcast: Coach for Success in Sport and Business 4.52: Grab a copy of What Makes a Great Coach? US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B9QPW4GH Australia: https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B0B6YJ1W4L/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1  Buy a personalized mug in the US: https://mack-pilar-designs.myshopify.com/products/custom-what-makes-a-great-coach-ceramic-mug?variant=42594580758690 Or google What Makes a Great Coach on Amazon in your Country! It is now available as an audiobook as well with Natalie Ashdown as the narrator.  5.08: How has the Podcast changed?  12.41: Favourite Episodes:  Claude Silver - https://www.opendoorcoachingusa.com/podcasts/the-coaching-podcast/episodes/2147691740  Barb Van Hare - https://www.opendoorcoachingusa.com/podcasts/the-coaching-podcast/episodes/2147701875  Jack Groppel - https://www.opendoorcoachingusa.com/podcasts/the-coaching-podcast/episodes/2147918154  Valorie Kondos Field - https://www.opendoorcoachingusa.com/podcasts/the-coaching-podcast/episodes/2147691696  Ollie Stephens - https://www.opendoorcoachingusa.com/podcasts/the-coaching-podcast/episodes/2147691718  16.37: What are some of the secrets to Podcasting success?   Be present and be mindful (self-aware) of the power of the pause as well as your filler words: "Ummm" "You know" "For me" 22.39: Coaches listening - record yourself coaching and listening to your idiosyncratic words, phrases, and repetitive words 23.34: What are some of the hard lessons of podcasting? Remember to hit RECORD! 26:25: Wow - who knew - A sponsor: www.heyday.xyz/coaches 29.35: Why is it important for people to rate and review the show?  32.19: Shout out to The Coaching Podcast #1listener: Marianna Land-Taylor 33.56: What is your favorite episode on The Coaching Podcast and WHY? 35.45: The Coaching Cafe: Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/1S6YoRCdCqqWGOgCrqviQ4  36.45: How do we need to grow as leaders, as coaches, as learners to develop our disruptive ideas and push us to stretch our comfort zone?  44.52: What are you grateful for? The Coaching Podcast is sponsored by Heyday.xyz/coaches. Heyday is an AI thought partner that turns your conversations into notes, quotes, and ideas into posts. It's a game-changer for business coaches like you who want to turn their information into actionable insights effortlessly. Don't miss out on this opportunity to revolutionize your coaching practice with Heyday! Visit: www.heyday.xyz/coaches  To learn more about becoming a workplace coach or advancing your coaching skills, visit: www.opendoorcoachingusa.com or email: info@emmadoyle.com.au  About Emma Doyle Emma Doyle is the USA partner of Open Door Coaching – a Colorado-based coach training organization. She is a high-performance coach who unleashes human potential. Emma specializes in helping leaders and teams harness their energy, discover their purpose and achieve high performance under pressure. She does this by inviting her clients to adopt a curious champion mindset and utilizing proven coaching processes that unleash human potential. Emma is a coach, mentor and a sought after keynote speaker around the world helping you turn your motivation into activation. She believes that innate talent is not nearly as important as execution. Her vision for the future is where organizations are adopting a coaching culture in the workplace as their natural way of serving their people. The Leader as Coach is the way of the future. Emma is deeply qualified to know ‘What Makes a Great Coach?’ which is the title of her new book that is being released this year. She believes that incorporating ‘coaching skills’ together with developing an individual’s or organization’s energy, purpose, and performance-under-pressure, are essential tools of the successful Leader as Coach. Emma is a former D1 College tennis player, and an international tennis coach turned corporate coach (PCC, NLP, EI certified). She has partnered with an Australian company, The Open Door Coaching Group, who have been running International Coaching Federation (ICF) recognized coaching qualifications for the past 16 years.  Emma is the USA partner running Coach Training programs, namely, Leader as Coach and the High-Performance Workplace Coaching Certification as well as executive coaching for business leaders.    World-renowned tennis coach, Judy Murray, calls Emma the Effervescent Australian because she has so much energy and passion – ‘in fact’, she says, ‘Emma is everything you would want coaches to embody.’ Emma has represented her native Country of Australia on 20 occasions as a world team coach and she has facilitated corporate clinics with superstars, such as, Virgin Australia and tennis icon, Maria Sharapova. Emma’s clients say she is the real-life female version of Coach Ted Lasso believing that it is more important to be curious than judgmental. She is a TEDx speaker, host of The Coaching Podcast now living in Denver, Colorado. You can learn more about Emma’s service suite by visiting, www.emmadoyle.com.au or email: info@emmadoyle.com.au About Natalie Ashdown - CEO of The Open Door Coaching Group Natalie is one of Australia's most senior and experienced coaches and a recognised speaker and author. Her passion, vision, creativity and commitment assist and supports individuals, teams and companies to create lasting cultural change using coaching skills. Natalie is one of just 18 coaches in Australia to hold the International Coach Federation Master Certified Coach credential. Often working with HR, L&D professionals, and executive teams to implement strategic initiatives and designing leadership programs that target organisational change; and she is sought after for her expert facilitation skills particularly in coaching managers to coach their teams and is regarded as a mentor by many. She has worked extensively across all government levels and the private sector and has exposure and experience in international coaching including international work as a key-note speaker. She is a qualified Surf Life Saver, runs a surf education program for 180 children in the summer holidays and Community CPR program and has achieved her black belt in Taekwondo. In her spare time Natalie has achieved her black belt in Taekwondo and has recently taken up the piano; and her new hobby is completing her Doctorate! Connect with Natalie: Website: https://www.opendoorcoaching.com.au Email:  Natalie@Opendoorcoaching.com.au LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/natalieashdown