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The Q Coach Pod | Mindset Coaching for Handlers with Julie Bacon

Julie Bacon - The Q Coach
Dog Training
Mindset Coaching
Dog Handling
Mindset
Goal Setting
Process Goals
Competitive Dog Handling
Confidence
Dog Sports
Mental Health
Performance Anxiety
Rituals
Agility Training
Growth Mindset
Mental Preparation
Imposter Syndrome
Mental Game
Comparison
Agility Trials
Trust

Ready to train your brain like you train your dog? This podcast is for dog handlers who know mindset matters—but don’t always know how to build it. I’m Julie Bacon, The Q Coach, and every week, I’ll bring you real-talk coaching, stories from the ring, and tools you can actually use to build a stronger performance mindset. Whether you’re dealing with ring nerves, inconsistency, fear of leveling up,... more

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You'd never call your dog's mistake a character flaw. You'd never expect them to perform without nerves or nail a new level in their first few trials. But you do all of that to yourself — every trial. This episode names five specific double standards... more

Most competitive dog handlers never call themselves athletes. And that identity gap — between how they compete and how they prepare — is costing them more than they realize. This episode is about what performance athletes in every other sport do that... more

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In sports, you can play offense or you can play defense. Handlers do this too — we just don't always call it that. Running offensively means your decisions come from what the run needs. Running defensively means they come from what you're afraid of. ... more

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You understand the concepts. You've done the work in training. You could explain it to someone else. And then you get to the line and something else happens entirely. There's a name for this — the knowing-doing gap — and it's one of the most common a... more

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Recent Guests

Laurie Stramavichus
Dog trainer with multiple competition dogs and a training facility owner
Canine Connection / Train ME
Episode: #263: The mindset of a good student (with Petra and Laurie from Canine Connection)
Liz Joyce
Founder of Canine Handler Fitness
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Episode: #195: REMIX: Handlers are just built differently (Even in their fitness journey.)
Cara Armour
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Episode: #192: REMIX: Grief. It’s a b*tch. (Interview with Cara Armour)
Cynthia Horner
Acclaimed dog agility competitor and recent Westminster winner
Episode: #167: She’s singing our mindset song! (Interview with Cynthia Horner!)

Host

Julie Bacon
Host of Mindset Coaching for Handlers, a mindset coaching practitioner focused on dog sports performance and ring confidence. Known for actionable coaching, practical tools, and a no-fluff approach.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Helping “Between the Ears”

    Wonderful information for any dog sport. Great reminders and insights. A must for anyone wanting to improve their in the ring performance.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RedWings Rock
    United States9 months ago
  • Balm for the Handler’s Soul

    This is exactly what I needed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fitmom366
    United Statesa year ago
  • Julie is fabulous!

    Even if you don’t think that this podcast will help you, Julie gives it in bite-size pieces that you really can use. Plus, she has a easy voice to listen to, and a great way to present the information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TrainingGeek
    United States3 years ago
  • Mindset matters a lot!

    This podcast considers what we tend to overlook, our mindset. If we are not in the right place mentally, that can affect what we worked so hard to achieve with our dogs. We are half the equation, and our dogs not only need our head in the right place to get us into the right events, but they need us to be strong mentally for them. They know when we’re off and that can make the team suffer.

    Julie gives insightful, practical, and actionable advice on how to get our heads where they need to be fo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cara - the dog sports addict
    United States3 years ago
  • Exactly What I Needed

    I discovered this podcast at just the right time. When I listen, it’s as if Julie is speaking right to me. She breaks things down in a very digestible, actionable manner. I walk away with ideas to implement from each episode. I love the humor Julie brings - a little levity to something that I can get a tad too serious about. Thank you Julie!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sam12296666
    United States4 years ago

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Fans appreciate the balance of science-grounded insights and relatable coaching stories.
The host provides practical, bite-sized mindset coaching listeners can apply immediately.
Listeners often highlight how the planning tools and rituals boost confidence and consistency.

Talking Points

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#167: She’s singing our mindset song! (Interview with Cynthia Horner!)
Q: How do you maintain your mental and physical stamina during long events?
It involves careful planning, nutrition, and warm-up rituals to keep both me and my dog prepared for performance.
#167: She’s singing our mindset song! (Interview with Cynthia Horner!)
Q: How do you figure out your goals and then get your stuff done amid teaching and doing other work?
My goals are usually training-oriented, focusing on skill development rather than just outcomes. Each action I take aligns with preparing for key events.
#167: She’s singing our mindset song! (Interview with Cynthia Horner!)
Q: Do you think that you're just as good mentally as you are like in your handling skills?
Yes, my mental game might even be stronger than my handling skills, shaped by my experiences in horse riding and competition.
#193: REMIX: She’s singing our mindset song! (Interview with Cynthia Horner!)
Q: What advice do you give to handlers about focusing on their dogs and the joy of agility?
Cynthia recommends returning to the reasons for getting into agility, prioritizing fun and enjoyment together with their dogs over the desire for ribbons.
#193: REMIX: She’s singing our mindset song! (Interview with Cynthia Horner!)
Q: How do you use visualization techniques in your preparation?
Cynthia emphasizes the importance of visualizing successful runs and preparing for various handling scenarios before entering the ring.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Q Coach Pod

What is The Q Coach Pod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, psychology-forward show for dog handlers that emphasizes mindset as a core performance skill. Episodes consistently center on nervous system regulation, process-oriented thinking, and identity shifts to help handlers stay present, confident, and connected to their dogs during trials. Across solo coaching sessions, Julie Bacon reframes nerves, comparison, and failure into actionable strategies, rituals, and mental frameworks that listeners can apply before shows and during daily training. Noteworthy is the host's emphasis on integrating science-backed techniques with real-world coaching anecdotes, plus recurring tools like planners and structured mindsets that listeners can adopt long-term. Potential listeners who want concrete ... more

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