In this episode of the Success is a Choice podcast, our guest is Matt Mueller , Chief Operating Officer at Hudl. Linkedin - Linkedin.com/in/mattdmueller Twitter - @MMleDiga Hudl Twitter - @Hudl Website - Hudl.com Email - matt.mueller@hudl.com Matt Mueller covers a lot of ground in this conversation including ... Giving employees free lunch each day and unlimited vacations Being at the ground floor of a start up Helping student-athletes through technology Developing a healthy workplace environmen...
May 02, 2024•24 min
Valerie Miyares (Director of Athletics for Palm Beach County School District) is today's guest on the "Leaders Growing Leaders" series of the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE PODCAST NETWORK . Valerie oversees the nation's 10th largest school district and helps lead the athletic leaders at the county's high schools and middle schools. The district has nearly 190,000 students. Palm Beach Schools Website: palmbeachschools.org/students_parents/athletics Twitter: @ValMiyares Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in...
Apr 23, 2024•30 min
In honor of Master's week we wanted to replay a popular episode from a few years ago in which Jamy spoke with Mark Immelman. Mark is a golf broadcaster and brother of former Master's champion Trevor Immelman (who was also the 2022 President's Cup Captain). This is a fun interview with Mark. If you enjoy golf, you'll definitely want to check it out. Show notes are below... Mark Immelman is currently the host of the "On the Mark" podcast on pgatour.com. He also covers live golf for the PGA TOUR on...
Apr 09, 2024•35 min
This week Megan Duffy was hired as the new head coach at Virginia Tech so we thought we'd replay her podcast episode from 2021. It's a couple of years old but you'll quickly see why she has won everywhere she's been and was just hired to lead one of the best women's basketball programs. She is a true leader and culture builder. Coaches of any sport at all levels should take away some nuggets from this episode. ORIGINAL SHOW NOTES... Today's guest on "The Coachable Coach" series is Megan Duffy, h...
Apr 04, 2024•23 min
March Madness is here and the NCAA college basketball tournament is upon us. We hope you have your brackets filled out. Clark Kellogg will be on our TVs for the next few weeks so we thought this was a great time to re-release one of our most popular episodes. This is a replay of episode #149. Hope you enjoy it! Clark Kellogg is one of the most respected voices covering college basketball today. The CBS Sports analyst was once a top college basketball player at Ohio State University, where he ear...
Mar 19, 2024•31 min
In this episode of the Success is a Choice podcast, our guest is Chef Andrew Gruel, a renowned food entrepreneur and TV personality. Twitter - @chefgruel Email - admin@wintherace.info Website - chefgruel.com Facebook - Facebook.com/CHEFGRUEL Instagram - @andrewgruel YouTube - youtube.com/user/andrewgruel Substack - andrewgruel.substack.com Chef Gruel covers a lot of ground in this conversation including ... Behind the scenes of running a restaurant Thoughts about pineapple on pizza The food dish...
Feb 29, 2024•32 min
In this episode of the Success is a Choice podcast, our guest is Ryan Stevens, NASCAR expert and CEO of "Win The Race". Ryan and his team at WinTheRace.info have some of the best statistics, research, and information in the world of NASCAR. This is a good episode for anyone that likes NASCAR. Twitter - @WinTheRaceP1 Email - admin@wintherace.info Website - WinTheRace.info - - - - Each week, the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who ...
Feb 16, 2024•37 min
Today's guest on "The Coachable Coach" series is Jeremy Sheetinger , the 2021 Skip Bertman National Baseball Coach of the Year. In this episode we discussed ... Taking a team from good to great Helping players handle adversity Dealing with disgruntled players ... and much more!!! "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 ...
Feb 13, 2024•36 min
In this episode of the Success is a Choice podcast, our guest is the first-ever current student-athlete to appear on the show. Laila Blair is a 3x team captain for the University of Houston women's basketball program. She's also been the team's leading scorer all four years. As a high school standout at Waller HS in Houston, Laila was a McDonald's All-American nominee and once scored 60 points in a game. She is active in her church and her Christian faith is very important to her. Instagram - @l...
Feb 01, 2024•39 min
Francois Mignon was on the verge of homelessness when she used her last $5 to buy ingredients for cupcakes. After selling that batch to neighbors, she used the profits to make more cupcakes, eventually turning that initial $5 into a multi-million dollar cupcake business. Francois is the mother of six, founder of The Cupcake Collection, and author of "Made from Scratch: Finding Success without a Recipe". In this episode of the "Success is a Choice" podcast, Francois talked with host Jamy Bechler ...
Jan 18, 2024•28 min
Marty Smith , one of the most recognizable ESPN personalities, talks with "Success is a Choice" host Jamy Bechler about NASCAR, great coaches, college football, teamwork, working for ESPN, and setting a cornhole world record. Twitter - @MartySmithESPN Podcast - https://www.espntricities.com/show/marty-mcgee Instagram - @MartySmithESPN Facebook - Facebook.com/MartySmithESPN 1st Book "Never Settle" - https://www.amazon.com/Never-Settle-Sports-Family-American-ebook/dp/B07MQVHDRV New Book "Sideline ...
Jan 04, 2024•35 min
In today's episode of the Success is a Choice podcast network our host and leadership expert Jamy Bechler remembers the lives and impact of three of our former podcast guests who passed away in 2023. Michael Catt Podcast Episode: https://jamybechler.com/michaelcatt/ Washington Times article about his death: https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2023/jun/12/michael-catt-dies-southern-baptist-pastor-launched/ Ed DeCosta Podcast Episode: https://jamybechler.com/eddecosta/ Obituary: https://hastingsf...
Jan 02, 2024•3 min
Since recording this episode back in 2018, Phil Hellmuth has won two more World Series of Poker Championships increasing his total to 17. When we talked to him, he was already well ahead of all other players in the history of the game. He has now further distanced himself from the competition easily answering the question of who is the greatest tournament poker player of all-time. This was one of our all-time most listened to interviews and we hope you enjoy listening to the "Poker Brat" as much...
Dec 28, 2023•30 min
This is a replay of one of most popular episodes from a few years ago. Paul Biancardi has great insights on coaching and recruiting. The transfer portal and NIL have gotten big since this interview but the insights, tips, and thoughts are still relevant today. We highly encourage you to listen to this if you're a fan of college sports or know someone going through the recruiting process... Paul Biancardi is ESPN's national recruiting director for boys high school basketball. Prior to joining ESP...
Dec 21, 2023•34 min
This is a replay of one of our most popular episodes. Riley had an amazing career at Kentucky. Toward the end of the conversation, she shares a personal story that has led to her current work as an advocate for women's sports. Riley Gaines (12x All-American and 5x SEC Champion swimmer) appeared on the "Success is a Choice" podcast. Together with host Jamy Bechler, they discussed her storied career and her current work with the Independent Women's Forum advocating for women's sports. Follow Riley...
Dec 19, 2023•51 min
In today's episode, "Success is a Choice" podcast host Jamy Bechler talks with a panel of high school athletic administrators who all had a part in planning the 2023 National Athletic Director Conference being held in Orlando, Florida December 15-19. This conference is co-sponsored by the NIAAA and NFHS . Administrator Panel ... LISA CORPREW: Bayside HS (VA) - Lisa.Corprew@vbschools.com DAMIAN FRASSINELLI: Stafford HS (CT) - frassined@stafford.k12.ct.us DAVID MARLOW: Mount Mansfield Union HS (VT...
Dec 12, 2023•48 min
In today's episode of the "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. Spoiler alert: It's his dad, whose birthday is December 10th. Read the article >> Jamybechler.com/MrFrank - - - - 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 potent...
Dec 10, 2023•5 min
If you know a kid that loves video games or a parent with a kid who loves video games, then this is an episode you'll want to check out. This episode is a replay of one of our more popular interviews. It's very insightful and entertaining. Brian Saviano (aka Bricks 'O' Brian) joins host Jamy Bechler on the "Success is a Choice" podcasting network and together they talk about ... Tips for gamer parents Healthy habits for gamers The future of video games The popularity of video games Being a Hot P...
Nov 28, 2023•46 min
A few years ago, we had the privilege of talking with Mike Hamilton, the former University of Tennessee athletic director. He was a very well-respected administrator and leader. More importantly, he was a person of great integrity . Unfortunately, Mike passed away on November 10, 2023 while awaiting a liver transplant. He will be greatly missed. We are extremely thankful for all that he did to make a difference in the world. He left quite a legacy and impacted many people (not just in athletics)...
Nov 21, 2023•37 min
Laura Gassner Otting is today's guest and she's fiery, adventurous, and insightful. She is one of the few guests to make an encore appearance on the "Success is a Choice" podcast, hosted by Jamy Bechler . Jamy and Laura covered more of her story back in 2019 but they still managed to talk about some exciting things currently going on in Laura's life, including her most recent appearance on Good Morning America and her new best-seller Wonderhell . LGO has appeared regularly on Good Morning Americ...
Nov 16, 2023•36 min
Zach Line is today's guest on the "Success is a Choice" podcast , hosted by Jamy Bechler . Zach was an NFL fullback, most notably as one of the captains for the New Orleans Saints. He was selected as a Pro Bowl Alternate in four of his seven NFL seasons. Zach played at SMU and Oxford (MI) HS before playing in the NFL. In 2020, Zach was named head football coach at his alma mater (Oxford). Twitter: @ZLine48 Website: ETSperformance.com Linkedin: Linkedin.com/in/zachary-line-1a86129a Instagram: @zl...
Nov 14, 2023•35 min
This interview is a MUST-LISTEN if you are a coach or educator with the amount of nuggets of wisdom provided. Long-time basketball coach Bob Starkey appeared on the "Coachable Coach" series of the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE PODCAST NETWORK. Together with host Jamy Bechler , they discussed ... Coaching today's generation of players What makes a great PLAYER - not just a great talent What it takes to be a great #2 ... a great assistant coach Shaquille O'Neal volunteering to come off the bench in college ...
Nov 09, 2023•37 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...
Nov 07, 2023•33 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...
Oct 31, 2023•44 min
Jake Crain is today's guest on the "Success is a Choice" podcast , hosted by Jamy Bechler . Jake is the co-host of "Crain & Company." , which is a daily national sports talk show that covers all sports. Along with co-hosts Blaine Crain and David Cone, Jake uses a creative blend of humor, intelligence, and common sense to talk about the most important stories from the world of sports. Connect with Jake Crain ... Twitter: @JakeCrain_ Show Twitter: @CrainCompany Website: DailyWire.com/show/crai...
Oct 26, 2023•36 min
Jamy Bechler once again took part in the prestigious Hoosier Gym basketball clinic. He and Matt Smith (United Basketball Plus owner and clinic director) got together to discuss the clinic the week after it took place in Knightstown, Indiana, the home of the historic gymnasium from the all-time classic film "Hoosiers". Show Notes ... The United Basketball and Leadership Podcast, presented by United Basketball Plus, brings you some of the best coaches, trainers, leaders and culture builders in bas...
Oct 21, 2023•57 min
Jamy Bechler recently appeared on the popular "Generation Youth" podcast hosted by James McLamb . If you work with youth in any form or fashion, then you'll want to check out this interview. You can also watch the youtube version of the interview at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5PQx_xHcSM About this episode ... In the realm of sports coaching, the focus is often on techniques, strategies, and performance. But what if we could achieve even greater success by emphasizing empathy, compassion, a...
Oct 19, 2023•48 min
Francois Mignon was on the verge of homelessness when she used her last $5 to buy ingredients for cupcakes. After selling that batch to neighbors, she used the profits to make more cupcakes, eventually turning that initial $5 into a multi-million dollar cupcake business. Francois is the mother of six, founder of The Cupcake Collection, and author of "Made from Scratch: Finding Success without a Recipe". In this episode of the "Success is a Choice" podcast, Francois talked with host Jamy Bechler ...
Oct 17, 2023•28 min
Marty Smith , one of the most recognizable ESPN personalities, talks with "Success is a Choice" host Jamy Bechler about NASCAR, great coaches, college football, teamwork, working for ESPN, and setting a cornhole world record. Twitter - @MartySmithESPN Podcast - https://www.espntricities.com/show/marty-mcgee Instagram - @MartySmithESPN Facebook - Facebook.com/MartySmithESPN 1st Book "Never Settle" - https://www.amazon.com/Never-Settle-Sports-Family-American-ebook/dp/B07MQVHDRV New Book "Sideline ...
Oct 06, 2023•35 min
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. - - - - Visit JamyBechler.com/BulletinBoardBook to get 1000s of insights, quotes, excerpts, and thoughts to inspire yourself and those around you. - - - - The Success is a Choice p...
Sep 26, 2023•4 min
