Learning From Experts

Learn how Saban does MENTAL CONDITIONING 2 to 3 times a week. As well as why PLAYER ACCOUNTABILITY to each other is so important. We also learn about Saban's insatiable appetite for finding a new way of doing things. PLUS a military expert on making players UNCOMFORTABLE

Research shows that having just one "average player" can reduce PRODUCTIVITY of the entire team by 30%. Average players need HANDHOLDING and focus on the OBSTACLES not on the goal.

Jim is all about CONTROLLING ONE'S BEHAVIORS, by influencing one's THOUGHTS. He's taking the UT baseball team to a whole another level. Coming off taking TCU to the College World Series finals.

You'll also discover the PROBLEM with the Dallas Cowboys today. Last in the league in SPENDING on players. And learn the valuation of the Dallas Cowboys -the most valuable franchise in all of sports. $10 billion.

You'll learn that NEGATIVE things you say OUT LOUD are 40 to 70 times more impactful (in a negative way) than thinking something positive. You'll also learn about the illusion of choice. And finally, you'll learn BILL GATES'S "Top 10" lessons for SUCCESS.

Most important conversation you have on any given day is the CONVERSATION you have "WITH YOURSELF". And it's on YOU to figure out your life. Give yourself the gift of learning!

Your SUCCESS in life, and your ENJOYMENT of life, is determined by the THOUGHTS that are consistently going on in your head. Your energy is zapped from NEGATIVE SELF TALK & focus on the outside world. TALK positively to yourself, rather than listen to yourself.Thanks for listening!

Three of the last four years. It wasn't by accident! Learn about CDC's SUPERPOWER – the power to LISTEN. Also learn the common characteristic all the University of Texas head coaches have.

His culture is based on the acronym HEART. Humility, energy, accountability, relationships, mental toughness. John also talks about how you have to live your VALUES and standards in all areas of your life. Professional and personal.

Deion Sanders reserves the MORNING for time by himself. To just THINK. And Deion says "don't let your CONFIDENCE offend your insecurity". Deion talks about being great at being UNCOMFORTABLE. You'll also learn that Deion's confidence is internal, not external.

Your team knows about your own WEAKNESSES. They talk about it. Be self-aware and show them "YOU KNOW" your own weaknesses. Also learn how to tell people how much you NEED them!

Kicking off this NEW SEASON of "Learning From Experts' you also learn how Coach Sark picks CAPTAINS. Very interesting. You'll also learn about Coach Sark's MORNING ROUTINE, and how he engages the LAW of ATTRACTION!

Maybe the most powerful habit is SEEKING TO UNDERSTAND before seeking to be understood. Think of the immense power of that. Another big one is STARTING WITH THE END IN MIND. So helpful.

We need to speak power to ourselves rather than listen to ourselves. A powerful concept. You'll learn that 80 to 90% of our thoughts about ourselves are negative. The solution is more self-love.

Learn how to reset mental routine after a MISTAKE. Also appreciate that your EXPECTATIONS manifest themselves. So you want to fine-tune the articulation of your expectations.

Learn that in the third grade, Mike discovered that he could "WILL" himself to greatness. Also learn the great coaches explain the WHY and the reason behind things. You'll also learn that Mike is a great coach because he's totally authentic and VULNERABLE with his players.

How to be DIRECT to be effective. Also changing the mindset of a team from being reactive to being aggressive. Also how you have to play to win, not play to avoid losing. We also hear about PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY from DARREN HARDY. You control your attention, your greatest gift.

You'll learn Stein has already won two national championships in beach volleyball at UCLA. You'll also learn why the UT wanted to start a beach volleyball team. And how beach volleyball is different than regular volleyball. And Stein's approach to building his team from scratch.

Hear Howard's "moment of brilliance" story that won a national championship for the University of Texas. Also hear what moves the needle with Howard's team. Also learn the body/mind connection Howard has discovered that he teaches to his players.

Learn there's two types of ENERGY. Also learn that you can't leave your PERSONAL GROWTH up to randomness. And the biggest factor in your success is your MORNING ROUTINE.

Tara talks about how she's not a players coach but rather a "GREAT PLAYERS" coach. And describes the needed SAFETY NET as you're being demanding with players. Tara also discusses how you need to SIMPLIFY things for players – and exactly how to do that.

And Jerritt has won the last 2 Natty's in a row. You'll learn that Jerritt is way more involved with parents than ever before. Also how a big part of his program prepares his girls for life after college. And surprisingly, you'll learn that Jerritt gets up at 2 AM – to access his superpower brain.

Dawn says that the MENTAL side of the game is FOUR TIMES more impactful than the physical side. And she says you have to coach 'em hard and apply discipline. Also listen to how Dawn controls her own SELF TALK.

Gary created the largest real estate company in the country, with 250,000 employees, by TRAINING his employees to a level way beyond what his competitors do. Teaching them how to THINK. Listen for Gary's surprisingly simple SUCCESS FORMULA.

Preparation was the hallmark trait of Bobby Knight. And embracing THE PROCESS. The will to WIN is most important thing in coaching. Along with PERSONAL GROWTH. He made his players always be reading a book. A book that Bobby approved!

Jimmy majored in psychology. He was a master manipulator of his players by using psychology. He taught his players they only have 2 things they CONTROL. Their ATTITUDE & their EFFORT. He also explains you have to "SHOUT" sometimes!

Learn about John's BRAINCHILD for the future of college golf. Also learn how POSTURE determines a player's MENTAL OUTLOOK. You'll also discover John's standard for doing life – always doing what he says he's going to do.

You'll learn that Troy was tough on his teammates – held them ACCOUNTABLE. You'll also learn what made JIMMY JOHNSON great. He was a psychology major who treated people as if they were already the way he wanted them to be.

Learn what UT's Cameron Dicker thinks about when he's trying to make a field goal. Also discover his approach to dealing with NEGATIVE THOUGHTS & the impact discovering God has had. Plus ATOMIC HABITS!

You'll learn something that Vic's team does that virtually no other team does. And it gives his team a distinct MENTAL ADVANTAGE. Also learn how Vic has no desire to be good. Only GREAT. And how he inspires his players to THINK about their THINKING.

Learn how Rodney overcomes his players NEGATIVE INNER VOICE. Also learn his unique way of systematizing his ongoing COMMUNICATION with players. As well as the six pillars of his program, which includes GRATITUDE and consistently saying thank you.

Curing cancer is on the horizon in the next 3-5 years. And yes, even aging is being cured. Today medical science can advance lifespan by one year every 4 years. This is about to go to adding one year EVERY YEAR. You'll be BLOWN AWAY by what you learn!

Lincoln Riley goes over what he does to HANDLE LOSSES. Also talks about the nightmare that happened once he announced he was going to USC. Also talks about the power of TOUGH CONVERSATIONS. From Darren Hardy learn the power of EXPECTATIONS on your athletes.

Coach Cowher explains what those 3 THINGS are that all athletes WANT from a coach. As well as how to overcome a coach's biggest challenge – COMPLACENCY. We also learn about COLLABORATION from Hewlett-Packard CEO Carly Fiorini.

It CDC's job as AD to convey his message. Ironically, he does it with a focus on LISTENING. Intentionally and with purpose understanding what other people are telling him. You'll learn how CDC evaluates his coaches. And judges their MINDSET.

In Yr 1, MENTAL COACH Kight moved USC from 4 & 8 the prior year to 11 & 3. By teaching the players the "EDGE". Which is where talent stops and elite performance begins. Tim explains that most coaches don’t have a SYSTEM for teaching the mental side of the game. BILL WALSH, Super Bowl winning coach with the San Francisco 49ers, explains the proper scoreboard for success. It is not winning, but rather the process and the journey. He learned this the hard way.Thanks for listening!

Since taking over the 1 & 11 Colorado football program in 2023, Sanders is changing the face of college football. He brought in 68 transfers with the focus on sheer talent. And he's WINNING! Learn exactly how he's doing it.

Bill Belichick talks about work ethic versus talent, as well as the importance of performance & ACCOUNTABILITY on DRILLS. Also being process driven. Stanford PhD Carol Dweck talks about how you can improve WILLPOWER with science. Also fixed mindset is related to big ego.

Coach Sark talks about overcoming his own NEGATIVE INNER VOICE.He also discusses his innovative player accountability system, using an NFL type draft. As well as how he has matured and become his own man but a combination of PETE CARROLL and NICK SABIN.Thanks for listening!