Welcome to another episode of "I See What You're Saying.” Our guest today is Pat Combs, an Olympic baseball champion turned successful behavioral development expert. Pat's journey, from winning a gold medal to coaching youth sports and business leaders through Teamalytics, is truly inspiring. Join us as we dive into Pat's experiences as both a player and a coach, and discover valuable insights from his book, "More Than the Score." We'll also discuss how Pat's coaching approach applies to various life aspects.
Timestamps:
- (00:01:05) Engaging discussion with author Pat covering leadership, coaching, parenting, and concepts from his book.
- (00:04:40) Former US Olympic baseball team member transitioned from baseball to ministry, then pursued a business degree, specializing in leadership and behavioral development.
- (00:09:31) Coaches who genuinely care about players make a significant impact.
- (00:13:36) Sports are about kids' development and life lessons.
- (00:15:20) Importance of learning from mistakes and parental support in sports.
- (00:19:35) Focus on talent development, hard work, discipline, and enjoyment rather than solely reaching college or pro levels.
- (00:22:49) Techniques for encouraging kids to practice sports willingly.
- (00:25:15) Building bonds and having fun with children through activities.
- (00:28:24) Balancing individual talent with teamwork in sports and various environments.
- (00:31:54) Transition from sports to business, mentorship, and behavioral changes.
- (00:37:24) Trust, communication, and feedback in leadership.
- (00:38:51) Building high-performing teams through positive environments, applicable in sports and corporations.
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