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The Great Coaches: Leadership & Life

Paul Barnett & Jim Woolfrey
Coaching
Leadership
Chasing Influence
Macquarie University Business School
Barry Dancer
Andrej Lemanis
Alan Mcconnel
UCLA
John Wooden
Education
Baseball
New Zealand Breakers
Arsene Wenger
Jose Mourinho
Australian Football League
Fitzroy Football Club
GWS Giants
Jacinda Barclay
Emotional Control
Glenn Pocknall

We explore leadership through the lens of high performance sport, by interviewing great coaches from around the world, to try and find ideas to help all of us be better leaders.

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Todays episode is On Leadership and I am joined for the discussion by 2 great coaches.

The first is Mike Dunlap. Mike is a basketball coach who has led teams in US Colleges, the NBA and in Australia. He was also an assistant with the  Milwaukee Buck... more

Our great coach on this episode is John Connolly.

John is a rugby union coach who started coaching in the 1980’s. He rose through the ranks and eventually led the Queensland Reds to the Super 6 title in 1992, and then back-to-back Super 10 titles in... more

Our great coach on this episode is Dell McGee.

Dell is an American Football Coach.

He played for the college powerhouse Auburn before a professional career that included stints with the Arizona Cardinals, and the Detroit Lions.

The year after reti... more

Todays episode is on Great Team Work, and I am joined for the discussion by 2 great coaches.

The first is Lisa Alexander.

Lisa was the coach of the Australian Netball team, known as the Diamonds, from 2011 to 2020. During that time She oversaw gold... more

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Recent Guests

John Connolly
Rugby union coach and author of "Bare Knuckles"
Episode: John Connolly
Dell McGee
American football coach and former player with experience at various educational institutions
Georgia State University
Episode: Dell McGee
Jamilon Mulders
German field hockey coach and former player for the National Team
Dutch National Women's Team
Episode: Jamilon Mulders
Dr. Gavin Weeks
Doctor of Psychology and Associate Fellow at Oxford Said Business School
Episode: On Thriving
Ron Adams
A basketball coach with extensive experience in both college and NBA coaching.
Golden State Warriors
Episode: Ron Adams
Shane Jurgensen
Former cricketer and coach, led national teams of NZ, Bangladesh, Scotland, and Fiji
Wellington Firebirds
Episode: Shane Jurgensen
Scott Roth
Former basketball player and head coach of the Tasmanian Jack Jumpers
Tasmanian Jack Jumpers
Episode: Scott Roth
Chantal Vallée
Master's thesis on coaching leadership, former head coach of the University of Windsor Lancers
University of Windsor
Episode: Chantal Valle
Colm Nally
A Gaelic football coach from Ireland who has worked with youth and adult teams and authored three books on Gaelic football training.
GAA
Episode: Colm Nally

Host

Paul Barnett
Host with a keen interest in leadership through sports and management, emphasizing transformative insights from coaches.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 137 ratings
  • Brilliant

    So many great lessons and insights here on developing myself as an effective leader with my own team and the teams around me. Paul has done an amazing job of extracting insights as he interviews some of the world’s best coaches across high performance teams. Quite a remarkable podcast and podcaster!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CJFergo
    Australiaa year ago
  • Brilliant Podcast

    This is my favourite podcast. Learning from coaches who are willing to impart knowledge and experience is simply brilliant.

    Paul does a great job asking thought provoking questions that get to the essence a being an effective coach.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ben J Phillips
    Australia2 years ago
  • Brendan Joyce

    Great chat with a great coach. Awesome to Listen to Brendan articulate his thoughts. Great interview style - ask the question and sit back and enjoy! Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rohanrsmith
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great to listen to interviews

    I’ve been training through PreKure to become a Health Coach and recently discovered a friend from my school days, Paul Barnett has this podcast. I remember Paul from our days in school between grades 4 to 6 … and at high school. I will share this podcast to my peers in the PreKure Health Coaching community. The connection between youth sport, and Health Coaching adults is intriguing. I recall watching the novice and often untrained coaches who lead our own children who played youth sport over... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kas_chat
    United States3 years ago
  • Under 12 Basketball

    I really enjoy listening to podcast.

    I coach Under 12 Basketball, I believe in a fun safe environment with respect and accountability. Giving kids life skills.

    The podcast gives me lots of great ideas to help with talking to kids.

    Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Loza VL
    Australia4 years ago

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Many appreciate the thoughtful questions posed by the host, which reveal depth in the conversations.
There's a consistent emphasis on the podcast's applicability not just for sports enthusiasts but also for business leaders and educators.
Listeners highlight the podcast as a valuable source of leadership insights from experienced coaches.
Audience members commend the show for its inspiring stories and practical advice for personal and professional development.

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#60
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Talking Points

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John Connolly
Q: What would be the advice that you would give to him now knowing what you know?
John advises to not let opportunities pass by and to experience the world, balancing fun and exploration with pursuing one's goals.
John Connolly
Q: Do you think toughness can be taught or coached?
John believes toughness is innate, and while it can be developed, it requires a focus on goals without losing sight of the team's collective effort.
John Connolly
Q: What do you reckon it is that makes a great coach?
John emphasizes connection with players, building relationships, and demonstrating respect in order to justify selections for the game plan.
John Connolly
Q: Could you just tell us where you are in the world and what you've been doing so far today?
John shares that he lives on the Sunshine Coast, reflects on his past rugby career and how he now enjoys being a spectator.
Dell McGee
Q: Can you tell me about the four Cs that guide you?
They are connection, commitment, competitiveness, and composure, which we believe will create championships.

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Content centers around leadership principles drawn from the experiences of renowned sports coaches, exploring how high-performance standards in sports can translate into effective leadership strategies in various contexts. The discussions cover themes such as emotional intelligence, team dynamics, mentorship, and personal development. Unique insights from guests emphasize the importance of connection and adaptability in leadership, showcasing diverse coaching styles across multiple sports. This podcast serves as a resource for listeners looking to improve their leadership skills, regardless of their professional background, bridging knowledge from the sporting world to business practices.

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1. John Connolly
2. Dell McGee
3. Jamilon Mulders
4. Dr. Gavin Weeks
5. Ron Adams
6. Shane Jurgensen
7. Scott Roth
8. Chantal Vallée

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