In this BTB Project #126 episode, host Kollman Gearhart interviews former Colorado high school and LMU tennis star, Beau Berglund. They delve into Berglund's journey from a high school tennis icon at Cherry Creek High School, through his college tennis achievements at LMU, to his professional ventures in acting and coaching. Berglund shares insights on the highs and lows of his tennis career, the impact of being part of one of the nation's top high school tennis programs, and how his experiences...
Mar 28, 2024•50 min•Ep. 126
In this episode #125 of the BTB Project Kollman shares insights on finding fulfillment in life and career decisions. Starting with an encouragement to living a life rich in passion and purpose, Kollman outlines eight tips that are pivotal for achieving fulfillment. These include aligning with one's values, exploring interests, defining a personal mission, building positive relationships, setting daily goals, embracing new opportunities, considering entrepreneurship, and playing to one's strength...
Mar 26, 2024•18 min•Ep. 125
In episode #124 of the BTB project, host Kollman Gearhart a former athlete and motivational coach, talks with guest Amy Smith about the power of community, overcoming challenges, and the significance of embracing one's own journey. Amy, a pioneer in sports and a staunch advocate against harassment in women's professional football, shares her story of resilience and empowerment. The discussion navigates through the importance of community support, facing harassment and toxic cultures in sports an...
Mar 21, 2024•54 min•Ep. 124
In this episode #123, Kollman Gearhart former athlete and motivational coach, shares insights from his recent travels to New York with his son, emphasizing the profound impact of maintaining perspective in our lives. Through his observations and personal reflections, Kollman explores how seeing things from different angles can unlock gratitude, foster empathy, and lead to personal growth. He discusses the importance of stopping complaints, finding joy, and appreciating the diverse perspectives t...
Mar 19, 2024•18 min•Ep. 123
In this episode of the BTB project #122, host Kollman Gearhart interviews Iliana Stowers, a former Division 1 golfer from Montgomery, Texas and discusses her unique journey. Iliana shares her experiences growing up as a multi-sport athlete and how she ultimately focused on golf, leading to success in Division 1. They explore Iliana transition from a student-athlete to a professional in sales, discussing the challenges and self-doubt she faced along the way. The conversation sheds light on the im...
Mar 14, 2024•42 min•Ep. 122
In this BTB short episode #121, I share experiences and insights on the demanding and selective nature of becoming a Division I athlete, both from a personal perspective and as a parent of a high school athlete aspiring to run at the Division I level. I break down the statistical likelihood of high school athletes making it to Division One in sports like cross country and tennis, emphasizing the incredibly low percentage that achieves this level. Beyond statistics, I delve into the sacrifices, d...
Mar 12, 2024•19 min•Ep. 121
In this episode #120 of the BTB Project, host Kollman Gearhart interviews Claudia B. (Swope) a Nashville-based singer-songwriter who recently competed on 'The Voice' as part of John Legend's team. Claudia shares her musical journey, from forming a rock band in high school to studying at the Berklee College of Music, and emphasizes the importance of perseverance, preparation, and staying true to oneself. The conversation also touches on the value of facing challenges, the supportive community in ...
Mar 07, 2024•51 min•Ep. 120
In this BTB Short episode #119 I share a recording of a coffee talk I had with a client about my personal journey navigating the turbulent waters of job hunting after being laid off 15 months ago. It outlines the emotional rollercoaster of going through numerous job interviews, facing rejections, and the precarious hope pinned on job offers that ultimately fall through. Despite the frustrating process and the financial implications of unemployment, the narrator highlights the importance of stayi...
Mar 06, 2024•21 min•Ep. 119
This episode of the BTB Project #118 features an in-depth interview with Sam Sippel and Jett Middleton, key players of the Boise State men's tennis team. Host Kollman Gearhart explores their personal stories of overcoming adversity and injuries to pursue collegiate tennis. Sam, from Germany, shares his transition from facing numerous injuries and working in various jobs to securing a college scholarship in the United States. Jett discusses his comeback from a severe foot injury and his father's ...
Mar 02, 2024•51 min
In this episode of the BTB project #117, Kollman Gearhart delves into the role of inner promises and how they can inadvertently hold us back from living our fullest lives. Touching on personal experiences, Kollman reflects on the importance of forgiveness, not just towards others, but towards oneself, to overcome these self-imposed barriers. The discussion highlights how these inner vows, while initially protective, can lead to a hardened heart and limit our potential in personal and professiona...
Feb 28, 2024•15 min•Ep. 117
In episode #116 of the BTB project, host Kollman Gearhart interviews Colorado tennis legend Jeff Salzenstein. They discuss the tragic loss of Jeff's younger brother, Erik, to a drug overdose and delve deep into the topic of addiction. Jeff shares his brother's struggle with addiction, from the early symptoms to his eventual transformation. They explore the importance of connection in battling addiction and how lessons from Erik's journey influence Jeff's work as a coach and mentor. They undersco...
Feb 23, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 116
In todays BTB Short episode #115 we discuss the importance of practicing gratitude regularly for a fulfilling and joyful life, even during tough days. The episode not only addresses how to acknowledge negative thoughts but also emphasizes on detaching yourself from them and visualizing positive memories to cultivate a sense of gratitude. It takes the listeners through a detailed exercise aimed at transforming their perspective towards being grateful which, when practiced consistently, can reshap...
Feb 20, 2024•13 min•Ep. 115
In episode #114 of the BTB Project, host Kollman Gearhart interviews Jacob Fox, co-founder of the music concept Songhouse based in Nashville, Tennessee. Jacob shares his extraordinary journey that led him not only to co-create Songhouse but also to help empower musicians to embrace vulnerability, resilience, and the pursuit of their dreams. The two discuss the meaning of grit in both personal and work life, and how it ties into the underlying principle that 'impossible is nothing'. The episode a...
Feb 15, 2024•45 min•Ep. 114
In this episode #113 In this BTB short, we delve into understanding and managing unexpected events and change in our lives. We discuss the story of how a sudden change in a high school athlete's routine taught us valuable lessons about adaptability and preparedness. Get insights on embracing change, being proactive in the face of adversity, understanding the value of consistency, and mastering the art of pivoting. Let's learn to be resilient and stay grounded, embrace our habits while allowing r...
Feb 13, 2024•23 min•Ep. 113
This episode #112 of the BTB Project Podcast features an inspiring conversation with Nashville-based musician, Ethan Phillips. From his musical journey starting in Georgia, to his decision to move to Nashville, Ethan shares his experiences, struggles, and victories as an artist aiming to make a difference. He discusses his songwriting process and the life-changing encounter that helped him regain confidence during a challenging time. The episode concludes with Ethan reciting lyrics from a deeply...
Feb 08, 2024•45 min•Ep. 112
In this BTB Short episode #111, we dive into the importance of having a mindset driven by dreaming big and setting massive goals. He urges listeners to define success beyond conventional standards and aim for brilliance. Kollman also lays out a roadmap for achieving success, highlighting the necessity of maintaining daily habits, setting achievable goals, fostering continuous learning, attaining a healthy work-life balance, and maintaining motivation. He emphasizes staying resilient, leveraging ...
Feb 06, 2024•19 min•Ep. 111
In this episode #110, Kollman Gearhart, the host of the BTB Project, welcomes Dennis Cook, a member of Songhouse, a Nashville-based platform that helps artists and writers tell their stories through music. Dennis opens up about his own journey of overcoming dark times in his life, echoing the power of music to inspire, heal and connect people. This heartwarming conversation underlines the power of stories, the importance of showing kindness and the value of mentoring through shared experiences a...
Feb 01, 2024•46 min•Ep. 110
In this episode #109 of the BTB project, host Kollman Gearhart talks about seeing desperation not as a downfall, but as the driving force to reach extraordinary heights. Kollman shares personal stories about his struggle with his mother's addiction and his own journey to success, reflecting on how desperation has changed his life. He provides actionable steps to embrace desperation, set clear goals, and take consistent action. This podcast offers a fresh perspective on how to use desperation to ...
Jan 30, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 109
In this engaging episode #108 of the BTB Project Podcast, host Kollman Gearhart sits down with the charismatic Rob Chilcoat, a two-time NCAA Division I National Champion in men's volleyball and the current Associate Head Volleyball Coach at Brown University for the women's team. They discuss Rob's coaching journey, the importance of finding the ideal student-athlete, the significance of club volleyball in the recruiting process, and the challenges and successes along his journey. Rob also talks ...
Jan 25, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 108
In this empowering episode #107 of the BTB Project Podcast, Kollman Gearhart, a former athlete and motivational coach, delves into the topic of 'reinventing oneself'. He shares his journey of transitioning from being an elite athlete to becoming a coach and later a family man, detailing the challenges he faced and the success he achieved by making difficult decisions. Kollman offers listeners a 10-step self-reinvention guide, including understanding self, defining core values, setting realistic ...
Jan 24, 2024•21 min•Ep. 107
In episode #106 of the BTB Project I interview the second half of the dynamic HS doubles tennis team Casey Ahrendsen. We delve into Casey's journey as a four-time state tennis champion at Cheyenne Mountain High School in Colorado Springs and her dual athletic participation in volleyball and tennis. Casey discloses her decision to focus on tennis over club volleyball, how her competitive spirit was nurtured by her older brother, and the importance of confidence in her journey. She also shares ins...
Jan 18, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 105
In this episode #105 of the BTB (Built To Be) Project, host and motivational coach, Kollman Gearhart, explores the concept of confidence. He discusses how confidence can inspire others and enhance personal development while emphasizing empathy for others' feelings. Kollman discusses how societal norms can suppress the expression of confidence due to fear of offending others, and he encourages listeners to embrace, foster, and share confidence. He also shares how art has been therapeutic for him,...
Jan 16, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 105
Episode #56 BTB Project: A Resilience Story - From a Mother's battle of addiction to College Sports Stardom & Achieving Your Potential. Kollman Gearhart, a motivational coach and former athlete, shares his journey from a troubled childhood marked by his mother's addiction, weight struggles, and mental health challenges to becoming a celebrated Division One college tennis player. Despite encountering numerous obstacles, including a debilitating injury and a tumor, Kollman turned these challen...
Jan 12, 2024•21 min•Ep. 56
In this episode #104, We discusses the essence of motivation, dedication, mentorship and overcoming adversity with Jake Lysagard. Jake is the director of the junior performance program at the No-Quit Tennis Academy in Las Vegas, Nevada. He shares his inspirational journey from being a one-star recruit to playing at the University of Nebraska and then coaching. Jake reveals his unique perspective on using data analytics and technology to enhance player development, emphasizing the importance of a...
Jan 11, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 104
In this motivational BTB Short episode #103, host Kollman Gearhart discusses his personal struggle with education, sharing his experience overcoming challenges with learning disabilities, a low ACT score, and self-doubt while pursuing his dream to play college tennis. Kollman emphasizes the power of optimism and provides practical strategies to instill a positive mindset, such as setting realistic goals, giving yourself positive affirmations, and taking ownership of your actions. He concludes wi...
Jan 09, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 103
In episode #102 of the BTB Project, host Kollman Gearhart sits down with the accomplished Ally Aronson, a four-time state champion in high school tennis. They discuss Ally's journey, her relationship with doubles partner Casey Ahrendsen, and her winning mindset and approach. Ally, having explored diverse sports interests including soccer and cross country, speaks on the importance of problem-solving, adaptability, and maintaining simplicity and joy in her tennis journey. Reflecting on her high s...
Jan 06, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 102
In this episode of the BTB project #101, Kollman Gearhart digs deep into the topic of willpower and highlights the role it plays in shaping our lives and achievements. Inspired by a conversation between Andy Huberman and David Goggins, Kollman uses the analogy of a 'carrot on a stick' to illustrate the importance of developing willpower within one's self rather than being driven solely by external goals (the carrot). He also discusses how willpower is like a muscle, strengthening and weakening b...
Jan 04, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 101
Episode #100 In this special, 100th episode of the BTB Project, host Kollman Gearhart takes time to reflect on the past episodes, the inspirational guests, and their impactful stories. Having started as a former athlete turned motivational coach, Kollman recounts his journey and the valuable lessons shared by guests, stories of empowerment, and personal growth. In addition, he references the significant moments in the podcast's history, highlight how it has not only inspired listeners but also c...
Jan 01, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 100
In episode #99 of the BTB Project, motivational coach and host Coleman Gearheart explore the importance of silence in our lives. Silence is not merely an absence but a gateway to self-reflection and increased brain activity, allowing us to foster mindfulness and a greater appreciation of the present moment. Regular moments of silence can lead to physical benefits like regulated stress responses, reduced blood pressure, and enhanced cognitive abilities. Silence also fosters reflection, gratitude ...
Dec 31, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 99
In this BTB Project episode #98, motivational coach and former athlete, Coleman Gearheart, discusses the beneficial impact of Simon Sinek's theories on understanding your 'why'. Gearheart shares his insights into how companies like Apple leverage their 'why' for success and why having a defined 'why' is crucial for success and overcoming challenges. He also highlights real-life examples of the importance of understanding the 'why' in sport and business scenarios, citing personal experiences and ...
Dec 31, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 98
