Today's guest is Erik Barnes, a professional golfer on the Korn Ferry Tour. At the time of this interview in April 2022, he was ranked 13th and had four top-10 finishes in his last eight events. He gained fame during the pandemic when he took a full-time job working at a Publix grocery store near his home in Bradenton, Florida. He is originally from Marion, Indiana, and attended college at Austin Peay State University. - - - - - Please follow us on Twitter @CoachBechler for positive insights and...
Apr 27, 2022•27 min•Ep. 183
Jamy Bechler recently appeared on the "Surviving to Thriving" podcast hosted by Heather Knight . Jamy talks about coaching people up so that they can reach their full potential. His interview was broken up into three episodes. One of the questions he tackles in part 1 is the difference between coaching males and females. Host Heather Knight is the founder and chair of Surviving to Thriving, an Atlanta-based non-profit that provides a long-term sustainability program for victims of domestic viole...
Apr 21, 2022•22 min
Fran Reidy (Vice-President of Athletics at Saint Leo University) is today's guest on the "Leaders Growing Leaders" series of the Success is a Choice Podcast Network . During the "Leaders Growing Leaders" series on the Success is a Choice Podcast Network, Jamy Bechler talks with leaders about how they are growing and developing other leaders. The series tries to examine how various leaders are making the people around them better and building a stronger, healthier culture. - - - - Fran Reidy has ...
Apr 19, 2022•25 min
Last week Jamy Bechler spoke at the A.S.S.E.R.T. Virtual Summit hosted by Eric Reyes. The summit brought together a number of individuals to share insights and principles for success in life and business. The website is HeyCoachReyes.com Jamy spoke about the importance of having a strong stance in life and sports. Be sure to follow Jamy on Twitter @CoachBechler . - - - - Check out our weekly virtual sessions for parents, coaches, students, and administrators at FreeLeadershipWorkshop.com . These...
Apr 14, 2022•26 min
This is a replay of one of our more popular episodes from a few years ago. We hope you enjoy this conversation between Jamy Bechler and Todd Gongwer. The full show notes from the original episode are below. Also, if you are on Twitter, please consider following Jamy @CoachBechler . - - - - - Todd Gongwer is the best-selling author of “LEAD…for God’s Sake. The book has been called a “game changer” by national championship football coach Urban Meyer . It has been credited with having a huge impact...
Apr 12, 2022•31 min
Jonathan Milligan is the author of Your Message Matters: How to Rise Above the Noise and Get Paid for What You Know . He is also a blogger, speaker, and online business coach. He has spent the last decade guiding and directing creative professionals on how to pursue meaningful work. Since 2009, Jonathan has run his own portable lifestyle business online. Today he teaches others how to build a business with their passion, story, or message. He lives in Jacksonville, Florida, with his wife, Charit...
Apr 05, 2022•24 min•Ep. 182
Author and Leadership Expert Jamy Bechler shares a few thoughts with us today on how everyone can be a verbal leader. He tells us that everyone can (1) Encourage, (2) Inform, and (3) Remind others. - - - - Be sure to follow Jamy on Twitter @CoachBechler for more insights on success, business, leadership, and teamwork. - - - - Check out our weekly virtual sessions for parents, coaches, students, and administrators at FreeLeadershipWorkshop.com . These sessions are free and cover a variety of topi...
Mar 31, 2022•4 min
Today's guest on "The Coachable Coach" series is legendary Alabama high school baseball coach Tim Fanning.. "The Coachable Coach" series on the Success is a Choice Podcast Network goes beyond the X's and O's as Jamy Bechler talks with some of the best sports coaches. Jamy talks with coaches who value growth, improvement, and leadership – not just with their athletes but for themselves, as well. They believe that a strong culture doesn’t just happen by accident. Good coaches may know the X’s and ...
Mar 29, 2022•27 min
This is a replay episode of one of the more popular shows we've had. Brittany's husband, Billy, is currently ranked 12th in the Official World Golf Rankings. This week, he is set to defend his title at the World Golf Championships-Dell Technologies Match Play. Below are the original show notes from our interview with Brittany Horschel ... Brittany Horschel is the wife of PGA Tour pro and 2014 Fed Ex Cup Playoff Champion Billy Horschel . After Billy won the Byron Nelson tournament in May 2017, sh...
Mar 22, 2022•27 min
In today's LEADERSHIP NOW episode, Jamy Bechler shares a personal story about Toronto Raptors Fred Vanvleet. The LEADERSHIP NOW episodes examine a current topic in the world where sports and leadership intersect. - - - - Please follow Jamy on Twitter or Instagram @CoachBechler for positive insights, daily encouragement, and leadership tips. - - - - Check out our weekly virtual sessions for parents, coaches, students, and administrators at FreeLeadershipWorkshop.com . These sessions are free and ...
Mar 17, 2022•4 min
Please follow us on Twitter @CoachBechler for positive insights and tips on leadership, success, culture, and teamwork. - - - - - In today's LEADERSHIP NOW episode, Jamy Bechler is inspired by Tom Brady's retirement announcement and shares some ideas about helping our athletes deal with haters. The LEADERSHIP NOW episodes examine a current topic in the world where sports and leadership intersect. - - - - Check out our weekly virtual sessions for parents, coaches, students, and administrators at ...
Mar 10, 2022•7 min
Kate Leavell is VP of Leadership Development for the Jon Gordon Companies and author of the best-selling book Stick Together . Kate is also a former NCAA lacrosse coach. She has written four books including the very popular Confessions of an Imperfect Coach . Click here to see Kate's complete bio. In today’s episode, we discuss: Making sports fun - even at the higher levels Caring more than our athletes Meeting Jon Gordon What positive leadership is and isn't ... and much more!!! Resources, Book...
Mar 08, 2022•31 min•Ep. 181
Jamy Bechler recently appeared on "The Elev8" podcast hosted by Tyler Johnson . Jamy talked about being aware of our choices and why that is important. He also shared thoughts on why being a boss doesn't necessarily make you a good leader. - - - - - ABOUT TYLER JOHNSON ... Tyler is an experienced-based mental skill & leadership coach for student-athletes and coaches. Tyler is an expert at helping coaches connect with student-athletes and helping student-athletes connect with themselves. Thro...
Mar 03, 2022•32 min
Today's guest on the "Leaders Growing Leaders" series is Mark DeMichael, the VP of Student Life and Athletics at Indiana Wesleyan University. During the "Leaders Growing Leaders" series on the Success is a Choice Podcast Network, Jamy Bechler talks with leaders on how they are growing and developing other leaders. The series tries to examine how various leaders are making the people around them better and building a stronger, healthier culture. - - - - Mark DeMichael earned Crossroads League AD ...
Mar 01, 2022•19 min
Jamy Bechler recently appeared on "The Christian Coach" podcast hosted by Gian Lemmi . Jamy talked about why everyone can be a verbal leader, what championship teams have in common, and how to have player-driven cultures. "The Christian Coach" podcast serves coaches through conversations so they can lead like Jesus. They will have conversations with influential Christian coaches who are making an impact in their teams and communities in the name of Christ. - - - - - SUCCESS IS A CHOICE PODCAST N...
Feb 24, 2022•37 min
Chip Baker is an author, and host of YouTube channel “Chip Baker – The Success Chronicles”, where he has interviewed hundreds of people to share their message with the world. Chip has also worked over 20 years as an educator and football coach. His newest book is The Impact of Influence . In today’s episode, we discuss: How we can have an impact Formulas for life Being a 4th generation educator The six books he's written ... and much more!!! Resources, Books, and Links Website: https://chip-bake...
Feb 22, 2022•31 min•Ep. 180
Jamy Bechler recently appeared on "The Answer is Yes" podcast hosted by Jim Riley . Jamy shared the story of saying yes to adoption as well as other stories from his coaching and athletic career. Jim Riley has had the opportunity to work for and build some of the most successful brands in the world. Along the way, he has learned to say “Yes” to opportunities that have come his way. Because of his willingness to say “Yes” he has enjoyed success, adventure, love, and the art of giving. It is Jim’s...
Feb 17, 2022•34 min
Today's guest on the "Leaders Growing Leaders" series is Jason Fein, the Director of Athletics at Bates College. During the "Leaders Growing Leaders" series on the Success is a Choice Podcast Network, Jamy Bechler talks with leaders on how they are growing and developing other leaders. The series tries to examine how various leaders are making the people around them better and building a stronger, healthier culture. - - - - Jason Fein was selected as the 2021 NCAA Division 3 Athletic Director of...
Feb 15, 2022•22 min
Jamy Bechler appeared on the top-50 Apple podcast "No Quit Living" hosted by Christopher J. Wirth . He shared many of his coaching and leadership insights during the 30-minute interview. He also talked about the time he dislocated his ankle during basketball practice when he was a head coach. The "No Quit Living podcast" seeks to inspire and motivate our listeners to succeed while never giving up on themselves or their dreams. What you will find here is an incredible variety of stories and life ...
Feb 10, 2022•32 min
Joanne P. McCallie ("Coach P") is one of the most highly decorated coaches from her time as a college basketball coach. In her 28 years as a head coach at Maine, Michigan State, and Duke, she won more than 70% of her games, had three National Championship game appearances, and won National Coach of the Year honors in 2005. Coach P also was the only women's coach to lead two different programs to 30-win seasons, as well as the only women's coach to work alongside both Coach K and Tom Izzo. She ba...
Feb 08, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 179
Jamy Bechler appeared on the "Secrets of Winning" podcast hosted by Dr. Bhrett McCabe , who is a high-level sports psychologist working with top golfers and the University of Alabama. Jamy talked about becoming the leader your team needs. SHOW NOTES “Coaching is taking a player from where they are to where they ultimately need to be.” 4:00 - CONFLICT IN COACHING AND LEADERSHIP WORLD 7:20 – ADAPTING WITH THE TIMES 11:20 – WHY THE “MY WAY OR THE HIGHWAY” PHILOSOPHY DOESN’T WORK ANYMORE 13:00 – WHY...
Feb 03, 2022•46 min
Today's guest on "The Coachable Coach" series is Kyle Rechlicz, the head women's basketball coach at UW-Milwaukee. "The Coachable Coach" series on the Success is a Choice Podcast Network goes beyond the X's and O's as Jamy Bechler talks with some of the best sports coaches. Jamy talks with coaches who value growth, improvement, and leadership – not just with their athletes but for themselves, as well. They believe that a strong culture doesn’t just happen by accident. Good coaches may know the X...
Feb 01, 2022•21 min
Jamy Bechler recently appeared on the "Good Stuff" podcast hosted by Kevin Bille. GOOD STUFF provides a resource for learning to navigate life successfully. Listening to outstanding people from various disciplines talk about the lessons they've learned will help you move forward in leadership. Watch the YouTube video of the interview at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x52dEFK3Y7A&t=2620s - - - - - SUCCESS IS A CHOICE PODCAST NETWORK Check out our weekly virtual sessions for parents, coaches,...
Jan 27, 2022•53 min
Ken Coleman is America’s Career Coach, the #1 national bestselling author of The Proximity Principle and From Paycheck to Purpose , and host of The Ken Coleman Show . Ken helps people discover what they were born to do and provides practical steps to make their dream job a reality. The Ken Coleman Show is a nationally syndicated, caller-driven show that helps listeners who are searching for something more out of their career. For more background and insights on Ken, please listen to our first co...
Jan 25, 2022•34 min•Ep. 178
Jamy Bechler recently appeared on the popular basketball podcast called "Rising Coaches" hosted by Bryan Bender . Jamy and Bryan cover a lot of ground and it is an informative conversation that lets you know more about Jamy but also leadership, culture, and teamwork. From young assistants to head coaches, Rising Coaches sits down with some of the brightest minds in basketball to talk about their rise through the profession and what they are working on now. - - - - - SUCCESS IS A CHOICE PODCAST N...
Jan 20, 2022•57 min
Randy Brown is a basketball lifer and ambassador. His 20-year college men’s coaching career is as diverse and successful as any. At the age of 21 he set three goals; become a Div. I assistant, become a Div. I head coach, and coach in the NCAA Final Four. A nail-biting loss in the 2000 Elite Eight to Michigan State kept him from achieving his final goal. 12 NBA players have resulted from Randy’s college coaching, including Steve Kerr, head coach of the Golden State Warriors. In his book, Rebound ...
Jan 18, 2022•33 min•Ep. 177
In today's LEADERSHIP NOW episode, leadership expert and author Jamy Bechler shares his thoughts on the tragic shooting at Oxford HS in Michigan, in which four students were killed. You'll hear a slightly different point of view than maybe you've heard on the news or read online as Jamy provides an encouraging word for everyone, especially those making an impact on today's youth. The LEADERSHIP NOW episodes examine a current topic in the world where sports and leadership intersect. - - - - Check...
Dec 17, 2021•6 min
In today's episode, Success is a Choice podcast host, Jamy Bechler talks about Mr. Frank, the recurring character in his fictional books, and what the inspiration is for that character. - - - - Check out our weekly virtual sessions for parents, coaches, students, and administrators at FreeLeadershipWorkshop.com . These sessions are free and cover a variety of topics. - - - - The Success is a Choice podcast network is made possible, in part, by TheLeadershipPlaybook.com . Great teams have great t...
Dec 10, 2021•7 min
Andy "Grand" Mariner is interviewed by Jamy Bechler and Tristen Foote during the official book launch party for "The Captain". Commander Mariner was formerly a commanding officer at TOPGUN and is now Deputy Commander of the historic Carrier Air Wing 11. He is stationed at Naval Air Station LeMoore. Mariner helped Bechler with many of the aspects in "The Captain", which is his 4th book. "The Captain" is the story about a star quarterback turned hotshot fighter pilot. Despite always having talent,...
Nov 27, 2021•7 min
With the official launch of Jamy Bechler's 4th book, he shares some of his thoughts on what REAL leadership looks like. He talks about the 4 main components that separate a good leader from just a person that happens to have a position, status, title, or authority. Also, be sure to visit TheCaptainBook.com to get autographed copies, Kindle editions, chapter discussion guides, or discounts on team order. - - - The Success is a Choice podcast network is made possible, in part, by TheLeadershipPlay...
Nov 24, 2021•6 min
