"The Talent & Strategy Show" co-hosts Ruston Pierce and Jamy Bechler look ahead to 2023. They'll discuss ... Sports predictions New Year Resolutions People they'd like to meet Personal & Professional Goals Life hacks and favorite advice Something they'd like to learn to do this year Each week, the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who provide valuable insights, tips, and guidance on how to maximize your potential, build a s...
Jan 07, 2023•46 min
"The Talent & Strategy Show" co-hosts Jamy Bechler and Ruston Pierce debate a number of random lists of topics. Time stamps and topics ... 1:45 ... Favorite movies of all-time 9:15 ... Best college basketball players ever 17:30 ... Pet peeves 34:30 ... Leadership quote 38:00 ... Fictional leaders 43:45 ... Underrated athletes - - - - - Each week, the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who provide valuable insights, tips, and gui...
Jan 01, 2023•55 min
This interview is from Father's Day Weekend 2022. We never intended for this episode to be released on our audio network as it was a live interview on YouTube but with our guest having such a great football season, we thought we’d release it today. Jason Candle is the coach of the University of Toledo football team and this year they won the Mid-American Conference Championship and defeated Liberty in the Boca Raton Bowl. We ran into Coach Candle back in June at the Fatherhood Festival at the Pr...
Dec 31, 2022•7 min
In looking back at 2022, Jamy Bechler recaps the Top-20 most popular tweets from his @CoachBechler Twitter account from the past year. If you're not already following him, be sure to do that and receive daily doses of inspiration, motivation, insights, deep thoughts, and positivity. If you're already following, we thank you for the support of his work and what he does. - - - - If you liked the tweets Jamy mentioned today, then you'll love his book "The Coach's Bulletin Board". It is packed full ...
Dec 30, 2022•6 min
Andy Carter (A.D. at Missouri Western) appeared as a guest on the "Leaders Growing Leaders" series of the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE PODCAST NETWORK. Along with host Jamy Bechler , they discussed ... Picking your battles Coaching the coaches Hiring and firing coaches Developing other leaders Running a successful athletic department 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 leade...
Dec 29, 2022•30 min
We were joined on "The Talent & Strategy Show" by John Brubaker (author, business coach, speaker, and founder of CUCO apparel). Together with co-hosts Jamy Bechler and Ruston Pierce, they'll address topics such as ... Garth Brooks stories Starting an apparel company Running an online radio station Finding success as an entrepreneur Achieving "Stadium Status" with your business The truth about online marketing and many "gurus" Each week, the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE podcasting network brings you l...
Dec 24, 2022•56 min
This is a replay episode of one of our more popular guests. As much as Bill Curry is respected as a football coach, he is held in even higher regard as a man. He's a class act whose wisdom and thoughts are sought after by many people. You'll be entertained by his stories and impressed by his insights. Enjoy this episode from 2020. Original show notes are below... Bill Curry has been the head football coach at Alabama, Georgia Tech, Kentucky, and Georgia State. He was a 2x SEC Coach of the Year, ...
Dec 20, 2022•29 min
Today's guest on the "LEADERS GROWING LEADERS" series is David Marlow , athletic director at Mount Mansfield Union HS in Vermont. David is also the Vermont State Conference & Membership Coordinator, as well as the NIAAA LTI State Coordinator. 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...
Dec 15, 2022•21 min
Kristin Marcuccilli, the President of STAR Financial Group joined us on the "Success is a Choice" podcast. Kristin and host Jamy Bechler talked about ... Playing high school football Working for Notre Dame football Hiring the right team members Leading team members from different departments Overseeing a company that has more than $3 billion in assets STAR Financial Group, Inc. is the parent company of STAR Financial Bank, an Indiana-based community bank known for its culture of delivering quali...
Dec 13, 2022•32 min
We were joined by Jeff Bain (NAIA Hall of Fame member) on "The Talent & Strategy Show". Together with co-hosts Jamy Bechler and Ruston Pierce, they addressed topics such as ... Delegating tasks Creative marketing Developing a brand The secret to hiring good talent Having a backup plan ("Plan B") Building something out of nothing Each week, the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who provide valuable insights, tips, and guidance o...
Dec 10, 2022•52 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 the inspiration for that character. - - - - The Success is a Choice podcast network is made possible, in part, by TheLeadershipPlaybook.com . Great teams have great teammates and everyone can be a person of influence. Build a stronger culture today by helping athletes become better teammates and more positive leaders. Get $100 off your first year when you ...
Dec 09, 2022•5 min
This is a replay of one of our more popular episodes from the past. Though this interview took place in 2020, but the insights are still relevant and beneficial today. We hope you enjoy this episode as you listen to it for the first time or as a refresher. Dr. Bhrett McCabe is one of the leading experts in the area of sports psychology. The best of the best turn to him when they need help with performance and mindset. He is the founder of The MindSide and is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with...
Dec 08, 2022•38 min
Michele Tafoya is a former American sportscaster winning four Emmy Awards. From 2011 to 2022, she was a reporter for NBC Sports, primarily as a sideline reporter for NBC Sunday Night Football. Today, she hosts the "Sideline Sanity" Podcast and makes television appearances on talk shows discussing the state of American politics and culture. Click here to see more about Michele In today’s episode, we discuss: Broadcasting big events Asking the right questions Her "Sideline Sanity" podcast What mak...
Dec 06, 2022•43 min
After another successful season, Hugh Freeze just left Liberty University to take the reigns of the Auburn Tigers football program. Coach Freeze is back in the SEC and so we thought we'd replay one of our more popular episodes since he has been in the news lately. Click here to read all about Coach Freeze being hired by Auburn. The original show notes are below and please remember to visit JamyBechler.com/BulletinBoardBook to get "The Coach's Bulletin Board". This paperback book is packed full o...
Dec 04, 2022•19 min
Vera Jo Bustos, a mental performance coach, joined us on "The Talent & Strategy Show". Together with co-hosts Jamy Bechler and Ruston Pierce, they addressed topics such as ... Mental toughness Developing confidence Outcome vs. process goals Identifying your areas of improvement Understanding your sources of confidence Overcoming some challenges when it comes to mindset Each week, the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who provid...
Dec 03, 2022•53 min
"Success is a Choice" podcast host Jamy Bechler talked with Carol Bruggeman, the Executive Director of the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) about ... Team-building ideas How to grow the game Mistakes coaches make Qualities of a good coach Advice for younger coaches NFCA Educational Initiatives National Convention in San Antonio on Dec. 7-10 Carol Bruggeman was a long-time Division I coach at Michigan, Purdue, and Louisville. In fact, she was tasked with starting the Purdue softball ...
Dec 01, 2022•48 min
The guests on this week's "Talent & Strategy" Show are Rob Held (BSN) and Rob Murphy (Affinity Recruiting). Together with co-hosts Jamy Bechler and Ruston Pierce, they talk about ... Adjusting to the ever-changing market Solving people's problems with sales Overcoming challenges in sales Team aspects on a sales force Finding talented salespeople Developing a sales force Each week, the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who provi...
Nov 29, 2022•47 min
Betsy Butterick, a communication specialist, was our guest on "The Talent & Strategy Show" on Friday, November 18th. She had some amazing tips for us when it comes to communicating more effectively. Some of the things she and host Jamy Bechler talked about were ... Correcting by delivering a negative sandwich Avoiding common communication mistakes Listening vs. Talking...which is better? Asking the right questions How to get what we want Should we "keep it real" Each week, the SUCCESS IS A C...
Nov 27, 2022•45 min
On Saturday, the greatest college football rivalry continues when #3 Michigan visits #2 Ohio State. In honor of the big game, we wanted to re-release an episode from 2017 that we did with Shemy Schembechler, the son of Hall of Fame Michigan football coach Bo Schembechler. He has a bunch of good stories to share, especially since he now lives in Columbus, Ohio. This was one of Jamy's first interviews but the insights and entertainment value still hold up today. Enjoy! Original show notes are belo...
Nov 24, 2022•35 min
With the holidays coming up and mental health issues being a serious topic, we wanted to re-release one of our more popular episodes from when former National Coach of the Year Joanne P. McCallie came on the show. Coach P successfully led the women's basketball programs at Duke, Michigan State, and Maine. If you haven't listened to this episode, you're in for a treat as she provides a lot of context and insights into the world of mental health. Original show notes are below ... Joanne P. McCalli...
Nov 22, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Yesterday (November 16th) was Jaylen Bechler's 13th birthday. He is the son of Jamy & Tabitha Bechler. The Bechler's adopted Jamy at birth when they were living in the Chattanooga area back in 2009. You might find Jamy's story of adopting Jaylen very interesting. This interview is from 2018 and it was the first-ever time Jamy had discussed the adoption publicly. He is transparent and honest about some things. You may find yourself shaking your head in disbelief but then understanding his tho...
Nov 17, 2022•52 min
This is a replay of one of our more popular episodes. Jamy Bechler interviewed former TOPGUN Commanding Officer Andy "Grand" Mariner. Jamy would later spend a good deal of time visiting with Grand doing research for "The Captain", which was Jamy's fourth book. We hope that you enjoy listening to this interview, whether it's your first or second time. Show notes are below ... Captain Andy "Grand" Mariner is the Deputy Commander of the historic Carrier Air Wing 11. Previously, he was the Commandin...
Nov 15, 2022•32 min
This week's guest on the "Talent & Strategy Show" is productivity expert Mandy Green. Together with co-hosts Jamy Bechler and Ruston Pierce, they'll be talking about ... How to be more productive in life Being efficient and effective What you need to eliminate Apps, tools, or resources Email inboxes To-do lists Each week, the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who provide valuable insights, tips, and guidance on how to maximize ...
Nov 12, 2022•40 min
This week's guests on "The Talent & Strategy Show" are Alan Lowe and Ruston Pierce. Together, with host Jamy Bechler, they'll be talking about ... ✅ Creating systems and processes to grow your business ✅ Practical approaches to business ✅ Leadership development ✅ Executive coaching ✅ Talent selection ✅ Setting goals Each week, the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who provide valuable insights, tips, and guidance on how to maxi...
Nov 10, 2022•48 min
Today's guest on the "LEADERS GROWING LEADERS" series is John Gray, athletic director at Kankakee Valley HS in Indiana. 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. - - - - John Gray has been the athletic director at Kankakee Valley HS...
Nov 08, 2022•26 min
This is a replay of one of our more popular episodes when we talked with a former CIA officer about the differences between real-life and what we see in the movies when it comes to the CIA. This was an entertaining and insightful conversation. SHOW NOTES: Marc Polymeropoulos served 26 years in the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) before retiring in June 2019. His positions included field and headquarters operational assignments covering the Middle East, Europe, Eurasia, and CounterTerrorism. He...
Nov 03, 2022•44 min
The Talent & Strategy Show | Episode 4 - Successful Fundraising This week's guests are Scott Garvis, Ruston Pierce, and Tyler Whitcomb. Together, with host Jamy Bechler, they talked about these elements of successful fundraising: ✅ Fundraising for any size project ✅ Having a shoestring budget ✅ Working with booster clubs ✅ Planning the next project ✅ How to ask for money ✅ Capital campaigns Each week, the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and gu...
Nov 01, 2022•59 min
This episode with Jeff Hoffman is one of our most popular episodes. He is interesting and insightful. If you listened to this episode when it was first released, it might be valuable to listen to it again. If this is your first time, then you're in for a real treat. Enjoy the episode! SHOW NOTES ... Jeff Hoffman is an award-winning global entrepreneur, proven CEO, worldwide motivational speaker, bestselling author, Hollywood film producer, producer of a Grammy Award-winning jazz album, and execu...
Oct 27, 2022•33 min
The Talent & Strategy Show | Episode 3 - Strategic Planning "If I had six hours to chop down a tree, I'd spend the first four hours sharpening my axe." (Abraham Lincoln) This week's guests include RUSTON PIERCE (President; Affinity Recruiting & Consulting) and BRIAN MORRIS (Chief Business Officer; Mammoth Sports). Topics they covered with host Jamy Bechler include... ✅ Strategic Planning ✅ Fundraising/Capital campaigns ✅ Project management ✅ Turf fields ✅ Naming rights Each week, the SUC...
Oct 25, 2022•55 min
In this week's LEADERSHIP NOW episode, Jamy Bechler talks about Draymond Green punching his Golden State Warriors teammate Jordan Poole and how we all should use these kinds of stories to examine our style of leadership and how we make decisions. The LEADERSHIP NOW episodes examine a current topic in the world where sports and leadership intersect. ----- Please follow us on Twitter @CoachBechler for positive insights and tips on leadership, success, culture, and teamwork. - - - - Check out our v...
Oct 20, 2022•5 min
