Whooa parents! Here's a must listen if you want to simplify the complexities of the recruiting process for your young athlete! David Hitz and Athlete Narrative to your rescue!! Let's get real and learn the importance and best practices of personal branding, your role as a Most Valuable Parent, and how technology can become your athlete's trusted guide in recruitment. Tune is as we engage with David and discuss the common mistakes parents and athletes are making in their efforts to reach out to c...
Jun 30, 2025•46 min•Ep. 103
We’re asking a powerful question: Is "it" optional or essential? What is "it?" Tune it to find out as we explore how the concept of "NECESSITY" can help you lead your teen more effectively , especially if they’re navigating high-stakes performance in sports or the performing arts. You’ll leave with tools that shift your mindset from transactional to transformational and from parenting...to coaching ! We’re diving into the deep end of the pool to get a bit uncomfortable. Yep, in the deep water we...
Jun 24, 2025•25 min•Ep. 102
If you're serious about high performance—not just for your teen, but for yourself as a parent, this conversation may be your wake-up call. We dive head first into the real reason our communication and connection with our teens often falls flat: low energy . There are some simple and strategic ways to turn this around! Walk with us in this discussion on how we can better generate energy. That's right. We have the power (pun fully intended) to create energy rather than viewing it as a supply we ha...
Jun 17, 2025•28 min•Ep. 101
If you're a high-performing parent trying to raise a high-performing teen, you know this already—it takes courage. Not always the “run-into-the-fire” kind, but the quiet, everyday kind: letting go of control, staying consistent, and having the hard conversations. In our milestone 100th episode, we celebrate YOU—the brave moms and dads who courageously shift from parenting to coaching on your quest to create magical relationships with your teens! Sure, we're pumped we've published content for you...
Jun 09, 2025•25 min•Ep. 100
Going first can be scary! But, your teen is watching. If you’ve ever wished your teen would just change their attitude, their habits, or their mindset—this episode flips that desire on its head. We unpack the powerful metaphor of the "first penguin" and challenge you to step up and model the behaviors you want to see from your teen athlete or performer. From emotional resilience to authenticity, this episode dives deep into why going first isn't just brave—it's necessary. Are you ready to be the...
Jun 02, 2025•21 min•Ep. 99
Parents, what is the #1 High Performance Habit? Where does it all start? it’s time to swap confusion for clarity. Ah, clarity! In this powerful episode, we unpack the King of the High Performance Habits: CLARITY. This isn’t just a concept—it’s a parenting and coaching superpower and one you've gotta get right if you want to improve your own performance and that of your teen. Let's get crystal clear on this. Ready? Let's gooooooooo! The Timestamps! 00:00 Understanding How our Own Uncertainty Affe...
May 26, 2025•18 min•Ep. 98
Discover how leadership, love, and trust transformed an autistic teen’s life, and how it can change yours and your most important relationships! Parents, this episode is a Can't Miss, Don't Miss opportunity! Coach Jim Johnson doesn’t just talk about winning, he talks about leading with heart and he walks that walk in his own life! Coach's story of the miracle that took place on February 15th, 2006 in Rochester, New York is nothing short of stunning . On that night Jason McElwain ("J-Mac"), a you...
May 19, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 97
Silent contracts filled with expectations usually lead to disappointment and communication breakdowns. This is gonna lead to some "A words!" You know, we could probably name this episode "The A Words!" What "A" words you ask? Agreements (oh yeah, much better!) and Awareness (ok, now we're talking!). In this episode we're going to discuss how to use Awareness so you can cancel those bad silent contracts and more toward creating powerful Agreements! Let's go parents! Let's stop parenting and start...
May 13, 2025•20 min•Ep. 96
Parents, what scoreboard are you using to measure your teen's success—and is it hurting more than helping? And, what scoreboard are they using to measure success—and is it creating momentum or stress in their lives? Do you ever wonder if your teen is chasing results just to keep you happy—or worse, to feel worthy? We’re digging into that "silent contract" so many families carry without talking about it. You’ll walk away with tools to separate your teen’s performance from their identity, and stra...
May 06, 2025•26 min•Ep. 95
Parenting teens isn’t about talking more — it’s about asking better. Discover the Question Only Tool today. Every parent wants their teen to succeed. But success doesn’t come from micromanaging — it comes from ownership. In this episode, we show you how to use The Question Only Conversation to guide your teen toward greater autonomy, confidence, and motivation — all while strengthening your bond. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Teen Wisdom 03:51 The Shift from Parenting to Coaching 07:55 Empowering...
Apr 29, 2025•24 min•Ep. 94
"Parenting is the hardest job, and there's not a close second!" Parents--we see you and we know that quote by our very own (Nate Crandall) is true as the ocean is blue. And that is exactly why we started this podcast back in the summer of 2023. We've been here every Monday for 93 weeks discussing a perspective shift and approach that helps parents to begin coaching their athletes and performers. That crucial shift requires that your communication and connection with your teens is taken to a high...
Apr 22, 2025•11 min•Ep. 93
Hey parents—what if the greatest measure of your teen's success wasn’t how many points they scored, solos they nailed, or trophies they earned... but how they made everyone around them better? In this episode, we unpack the powerful concept of becoming a multiplier , and why it might be the secret ingredient your teen is missing. The Timestamps 00:00 The Concept of Win-Win-Win & Being a Multiplier 02:50 The Ripple Effect in Team Dynamics 05:33 The Power of Multipliers in Sports 08:39 Lessons...
Apr 14, 2025•26 min•Ep. 92
Are you the parent every coach dreads…or the one they trust? Learn how to have the team's back...in the right way. Parents: if your teen is competing at a high level, your support (or lack of) can either elevate the entire team or silently sabotage it. In this episode, Nate and Steve go deep on how to be a Team First Parent —the kind of presence every coach dreams of having support the team or performance group. You’ll walk away with real, actionable ways to help the program thrive—without cross...
Apr 07, 2025•25 min•Ep. 91
Balancing parent and coach roles? Avoid the "Daddy ball" trap and create real success! Coaching your own kid can be both rewarding and challenging. You want to see them succeed, but how do you stay fair? Avoiding favoritism—or the appearance of it—is tough, and the "Daddy ball" label can quickly damage trust. In this episode, we break down how to lead with integrity, balance your roles, and create a positive experience for every player on the team. Take the "Daddy (and Mommy) ball" dive with us ...
Apr 01, 2025•24 min•Ep. 90
Does your teen shut down when you encourage them? Avoid toxic positivity and find the ‘sweet spot’ of support. Sooo, your amazing teen athlete or performer just had an "Oops!" They bombed an audition, missed the game-winning shot, or flubbed a major performance. Of course you want to lift them up, but how? If you get this wrong, you risk losing credibility—or worse, making them feel dismissed . So, let's get it right. Join us as we dive head first into how leaving Parent Mode and entering Coach ...
Mar 25, 2025•27 min•Ep. 89
Parents, how do your teens view practice? Is it a chore, an obligation, or a chance to improve? In this episode, we break down why practice isn’t just about showing up—it’s about showing up with the right mindset and appropriate rules. Using some humorous insights from the unlikely combo of Allen Iverson and Ted Lasso, we explore how values and rules shape your teen’s approach to practice and how you, as a parent, play a critical role in that process. This episode, #88 is the last in the Values ...
Mar 18, 2025•21 min•Ep. 88
PARENTS : Are your teen’s online habits helping or hurting them? Discover how to coach them toward smart social media use! In this episode (#3 of our 4 episode series of our Values & Rules series), we unpack the real life challenges you as a parent face with your teen’s online presence. Teens live in a digital world—are they equipped to navigate it wisely? We break down how to help your teen use social media in a way that reflects their values, strengthens their confidence, and avoids common...
Mar 11, 2025•25 min•Ep. 87
Worried about teen parties? Master the art of coaching your teen to confidence in pressure-packed social situations. So parents, are you ready to party? Well, are you ready to at least talk about teen parties? Are you ready and equipped to talk about parties with that teen(s) that lives in your house?!! In today's show we discuss the challenges parents face when navigating the topic of teen parties. Let's face it, this is not easy! But, it is so important that we have open conversations about va...
Mar 03, 2025•21 min•Ep. 86
Parents: What are the homework rules for your teens? Interested in a different and effective approach to creating homework rules, backed by your values? In this episode (which is a spin-off of Episode 84 on Values & Rules), Certified High Performance Coaches™ Nate Crandall and Steve Galley dive head first into the importance of having a structured game plan for homework. You may even learn a new jingle, motto, or cheesy saying that may help you create an extremely valuable conversation aroun...
Feb 24, 2025•20 min•Ep. 85
Parents: Ever wonder why your teen pushes back on "the rules?" Shifting from rules to values can transform everything! And shifting from "parenting" to "coaching" changes your relationship with your teen! In this episode, Nate and Steve explore the importance of establishing rules that are rooted in values, how these rules can create a sense of freedom for teens (and parental units!!), and practical steps for teens and parents to identify their values. The commuter-friendly conversation also hig...
Feb 17, 2025•15 min•Ep. 84
A Half Point Gift? Parents: Give this Some Thought! Refuel your teen’s motivation with a powerful mid-season celebration! Let's face it, despite commitment and effort, sometimes our teens (and us too) are running on fumes! Parental Units--what can we do? Well, what about a "half point gift?" What in the wide world of parenting is that, you say? You're going to find out as we highlight strategy #24 from the book "SAY IT NOW: 33 creative ways to say I LOVE YOU to the most important people in your ...
Feb 10, 2025•16 min•Ep. 83
PARENTS: Are you feeding your teens enough P.I.E.? Learn how praise , inspiration & encouragement fuel success! Let's dive into the importance of delivering timely and authentic recognition , fostering a culture of appreciation (thank you to Shannon Waller of the Team Success podcast!), and finding ways to praise even in challenging situations. And then let's wrap it up with some practical application gems from one of the G.O.A.T.s of all time: Mr. Dale Carnegie himself! The All Important Ti...
Feb 03, 2025•22 min•Ep. 82
Parents: do you have what it takes?! Apply Steve’s 5 Ironman lessons to master the hardest job: parenting teens! In today's conversation you'll enjoy exploring the challenges of parenting as Steve and Nate draw parallels to the mental toughness required in endurance sports like the 140.6 mile Ironman triathlon. They discuss the importance of self-talk, synergy and harmony with others, building a support team, and...finishing! You may never swim 2.4 miles, hop on bike and ride 112 miles, and then...
Jan 27, 2025•31 min•Ep. 81
Are you a " phubber ?!" How do you get your teens on board with putting your and their cell phone down during conversations? Let's chat about improving your parent/teen connection! We probably all will admit we get distracted by our phones during conversations. We probably also admit that it hinders our connection and focus with the ones we love the most! So...what are some effective ways to bring reason and common sense into the mix and how can we kick "phubbing" to the curb?! We get into this ...
Jan 21, 2025•18 min•Ep. 80
Is a Cell Phone Fast Realistic? Disconnect to Reconnect with strategies to limit tech and boost mental health. Let's dive into the idea of phone fasting—yes, actually taking a break from our phones—and we’re not holding back on whether it’s realistic. We share how phone use impacts mental health, strains family dynamics, and even pulls us away from the people who matter most. We’ll ask the questions that will help you create practical strategies for reducing tech dependency, building systems to ...
Jan 14, 2025•22 min•Ep. 79
Parents: Turn 'I'm bored' into 'I created this!' Inspire creativity in your teen athletes & performers now with the simple parenting hack revealed in this episode! In today's conversation, we explore the concept of boredom and how it can be transformed into an opportunity for creativity and purpose. PARENTS: Are you missing out on this opportunity?! Let's find out as we discuss the importance of recognizing boredom as a choice and how you as a parent (and your teen) can create meaning in mun...
Jan 07, 2025•18 min•Ep. 78
The Land of Wishes is holding you back. Develop skill to elevate your parenting of your teen athlete and performer. Oh, how we know it's fun to hang out in The Land of Wishes!! But, you're better than that and you're striving to raise your Parental Unit game. Let us help! In this episode we unveil one of the best ways to take action and exit The Land of Wishes and step into the world of Making Things Happen. Thanks for being here and enjoy the show! The Timestamps are here! 00:00 Loitering in th...
Dec 31, 2024•20 min•Ep. 77
Showing your flaws builds trust! Learn how owning mistakes teaches teens resilience & strengthens connections. PARENTS: What is your plan when your parenting flaws are on display? In today's conversation, Nate Crandall and Steve Galley, Certified High Performance Coaches and co hosts of The Stop Parenting & Start Coaching Podcast, explore the complexities of parenting, particularly the challenges of acknowledging and embracing one's flaws. The juicy stuff timestamped!! 00:00 Embracing Fl...
Dec 24, 2024•20 min•Ep. 76
Hello there Moms & Dads! Welcome to The Stop Parenting & Start Coaching Podcast !! We're downright festive about families and parents and teens and trying to elevate our performance within those 3 Very Important People groups. We're glad you're here. In this episode we're going to share with you some age-old wisdom in the form of 3 letters: P...C...and R. PCR is all about fostering strong relationships with our teens. Today we'll discuss personal experiences that highlight the importance...
Dec 17, 2024•23 min•Ep. 75
Welcome back or welcome to The Stop Parenting & Start Coaching Podcast! We are excited you are joining us to explore The 3 Gifts all parents have within their control and need to be used, or may we say regifted, to your teen athletes or performers. In this short but powerful episode we're going to reveal The 3 Gifts and encourage you to think about your thinking by posing some very good questions to ask yourself. In doing so, we think you'll find value with the following takeaways: -High-qua...
Dec 10, 2024•13 min•Ep. 74
