Influence for Today's Coaches

Which player personalities can you better relate to? Which ones seem to be more challenging? How can you be fair to all personalities?

Will you play it safe with your career? Are you willing to be all in and go after your dreams? Have you thought about what's on the other side of possible for you? Is it time to go after that job or career? If not now, when?

How do you react during tough or joyous moments on the sideline? Do you take a moment to think about the perception of your emotions? Will you look back and regret some of those moments?

How will you respond or react to parents who doubt your ability or philosophy? Can you be prepared? What do parents want in a coach?

What's your demeanor when the game is on the line? What do your players see and hear? Are you in control at these moments?

How will you deal with a dismal season? What will you say at the banquet? How can you change your program's culture? What example will you set for your players?

Divisiveness can be a huge issue for your team. Where does it originate? Could you be the cause? How could that be? What can you do?

Do you rank your players? Why or why not? Is it a benefit and driving force for players to know where they rank with respect to teammates? What are the dangers in ranking players?

What do fans, other teams and coaches see when your team plays? What could possibly set your team apart from other teams? Where does that originate?

What are your personal guidelines for social media? Are they for players and parents as well? Have you ever been blasted on social media? How did you deal with it? What common sense expectations are needed?