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Welcome to the Lead ‘Em Up Podcast, powered by Chick-Fil-A. Join me (Adam Bradley), the Lead ‘Em Up team, and a lineup of special guests as we bring you a dynamic leadership podcast that will help you strengthen your team's culture, engage your athletes and develop leaders throughout your program. Since launching Lead 'Em Up in 2015 we've served thousands of teams across the country and throughout this weekly podcast we're excited to share all of our learnings and insight with you. Each week get prepared to take notes as we engage you in thoughtful leadership discussions, educational case studies, spirited debates and lively guest interviews. Hit the subscribe button, write something positive in the review section and get ready to begin developing your people into the leaders needed to win. Lets have some fun and #LeadEm Up
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Ep. 150: When ‘I Did My Best’ Isn’t Good Enough
In this episode, we unpack one of the most commonly used phrases for coaches: “We did our best.” While it sounds helpful, this mindset can quietly become a limitation, a way to excuse results instead of pursuing excellence. We’ll explore how settling for your “best”...
Ep. 147: The Cost of Inconsistency
As a coach, your standards set the tone for your team, but what happens when those standards shift from day to day? In this episode, we explore the impact of inconsistency in coaching: inconsistent call-outs, fluctuating expectations, and the confusion it creates for...
Ep. 146: Learning Doesn’t Require Losing
Coaches often say you learn more from losing than winning, but what if that’s not the only way? In this episode, we flip the script and talk about how to build a culture where learning, reflection, and growth happen even in the midst of success. We’ll discuss how the...
How to Lead When You’re Outmatched …When You’re Out-Coached on Paper
What do you do when your team just doesn’t have the talent to match the competition? Perhaps this is when leadership becomes more than X’s and O’s, it becomes about heart, culture, and character. In this episode, we dive into the mindset and strategies coaches need...
Championship Series
Want to find out what 4 things all championship teams have in common? Find out in this 4 part series.
Championship Series: The Coaches Journey
Unlock the secrets of coaching excellence with this six-part series. We dive into the minds of championship coaches as they share their unique paths to success, revealing the pivotal moments and strategies that led to championship glory.
Coaches Talk Series
In this insightful 4-part series we delve deep into the language of leadership in sports. Each episode unpacks a commonly used coaching phrase, revealing its underlying power and offering practical strategies to make these words truly resonate with your team.