In this episode, Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by John Bloom, author of Strength in Numbers. Bloom shares the inspiration behind his book, which features insights from 108 coaches across various sports, including head coaches, assistant coaches, and strength and conditioning specialists. He discusses the impact of his 12-question framework, inspired by Tim Ferriss's Tribe of Mentors, to uncover the philosophies, struggles, and successes of elite coaches. Bloom highlights key themes from the book, such as balancing character development with winning, handling burnout, and the importance of vulnerability and self-evaluation for coaches. His conversations with legendary figures like Anson Dorrance emphasize that building character does not have to come at the expense of winning.

Coach Bloom also reflects on the role of strength and conditioning in establishing a team's culture and how his background influenced the book's broader focus on leadership and impact. He talks about the lessons learned from interviewing a diverse group of coaches and how the book serves as an encyclopedia of coaching wisdom. With practical advice for young coaches on leadership, dealing with adversity, and finding mentorship, this episode offers a comprehensive look into what it takes to succeed in coaching at any level. All that and more on Episode 290 of the Coaching U Podcast, presented by Noah Basketball.

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