Subscribe

Subscribe to
Lead 'Em Up

Or subscribe with your favorite app by using the address below

Latest Episode

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

Today we are joined by Justin Justin Schuhmacher from Mary McDowell Friends School in Brooklyn, NY. Justin shares his experiences and insight of going into year 3 with Lead ‘Em Up. In the episode Justin shares the impact Lead ‘Em Up has had on his athletic program,...

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

We Believe in Hope… and so Should You!

In a recent Lead 'Em Up training our Regional Coach Leon Thurston was asked by a player in reference to our desire to remove "red" character traits, why don't we just remove "red" people, to which Leon gave an inspiring response. Leon's response can serve as...

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

Leaders & Dawgs

After their big season-opening win, the University of Colorado Head Coach Deion Sanders shared he doesn’t have “Captains.” Coach Prime has “Dawgs” and “Leaders” on his team. In this episode, we unpack this unconventional approach and share what we’d like to see on our...

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

Do You Have “IT”

It's a common statement in sports how some athletes just have "it" - that "it" factor. But what exactly is "it"? Kyle and Adam break down what it means to have "it" and how to get "it".

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

You Better Be Clear

It's essential in coaching that we communicate clearly to our players but what does it mean to be "clear" - we need to have a "subjective sensitivity" to help ensure we're clear. Adam shares a story of how he recently failed in communication with his daughter and...

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

Retention is Key

Are your players and students holding on to the things you're teaching? If so, for how long? Is what you're teaching out of their mind in an hour, a day, a week, a month? Or is what you're teaching held onto for years to come or even better, for LIFE? As coaches,...

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

Mastering the Sugar & Salt of Coaching

In this episode, we dive into the dynamic world of coach communication, exploring the delicate balance between delivering motivation and constructive critique. Join us as we unpack the essential ingredients of effective coaching, comparing the use of sugar and salt in...

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

The Journey of a Program

In today's episode, we are joined by Coach Rachael Simmons, Head Volleyball Coach for Moore High School in Moore, OK. Coach Simmons shares details of how she's transformed her culture during the 4-years since taking over as Head Coach. She goes into details of her...

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

4 Ways To Create Your Special Culture

In this episode, we discuss in depth the four ways to create your special team culture. We share our VOLT framework which we’ve presented at clinics across the country. If you’re looking to build something special and create a winning culture, this is a must-listen....

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

Having a Division One Mindset with Duke’s Kendall Johnson

In this episode we are joined by Kendall Johnson. Kendall went through the Lead ‘Em Up program as a back to back State Champion at Quince Orchard High School in Maryland. Kendall shares his experience of starting summer training at Duke University, his mindset as he...

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

The Power of Creating a Leadership Culture

In this episode, we discuss the transformative impact of fostering a leadership culture within our teams. We share how to create a culture where people feel empowered to lead, and where leadership is welcomed.

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

When Should You Host Leadership Training?

In today's episode, we dive into the crucial question of timing when it comes to enhancing leadership skills and empowering teams. It’s not an easy question to answer. There are many nuances that come into play. Join us as we discuss when is the best time, location,...

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

Behavior Modification is Not Enough

In today's episode, we explore why so many people become repeat offenders to their own mistakes. In light of recent public sports news of the 25-game suspension for NBA star Ja Morant who became a repeat offender of his own previous mistakes, we dig in deep as to why...

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

How to Dig into Greatness with Thomas R. Williams

In this captivating episode of the Lead 'Em Up podcast we are joined by former athlete turned inspirational speaker and author, Thomas R Williams. Strap in for an empowering conversation as Thomas shares his unique journey from the football field to the stage,...

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

The Danger of Red Behavior in Pro Sports

What impact does red behavior have in pro sports? In this episode, we discuss a recent clip from Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors. In it, Draymond discusses how his incident involving Jordan Poole affected his team and ultimately cost them a shot at...

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

Championship DNA with UCONN’S Jordan Hawkins

In this episode, we are joined by Jordan Hawkins, one of the key members of the University of Connecticut Men's National Championship basketball team. Listen in as we delve into the secrets behind their remarkable success. Jordan shares his insights on building team...

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

How To Successful Navigate a Career Change

In this episode of the Lead 'Em Up podcast, we sit down with Adam Bradley, the founder of Lead 'Em Up, to discuss his successful career transition to Lead 'Em Up full-time. Adam shares his experience, challenges, and insights on taking calculated risks, building a...

Approaching leadership through the lens of an Athletic Director

The Power of Lead ‘Em Up Classroom

In this episode of the Lead 'Em Up podcast, we'll be discussing Lead 'Em Up Classroom, a program designed to help educators develop the leadership skills of their students. We'll explore the benefits of implementing leadership development in the classroom, the key...