Coaching Insights

This is one of the most powerful videos I’ve seen about coaching. Chris Fowler nails how hard this profession can be: “Coaching is a calling more than a profession. You have to have what it takes to pour yourself into others.” https://t.co/2jcxJCh6uK

— Greg Berge (@GregBerge) August 23, 2026

In his MasterClass, chef Thomas Keller says that chefs cook "to nurture people." Most coaches assume the position for the same reason. 

One global religious position claims infallibility only on faith and morals. Coaches have nothing remotely similar.

A coach tells a player "do this and don't do that." Then the player inexplicably does that. And usually, the coach takes the hit. Because coaches know that accountability comes with the territory.

Coaches make mistakes. Nobody remembers the name of the coach who cut Michael Jordan in high school. 

Coaches miss family time and meals.

Coaches agonize over playing time and strategic choices. 

Coaches take 'the smoke' from families and the media. 

And still, they mostly love what they do. Brad Stevens said, "We get more than we give." Most coaches agree. 

Lagniappe. Before embarking on an activity (whether it's AP Calculus or Candy Crush), ask "Does this project support my values?," in "The Way of Excellence" by Brad Stulberg.