Episode 004: Jake Timm is the President of TEN Capital Wealth Advisors where his primary role is the design and implementation of each facet of the retirement and financial planning process.  In this conversation, Jake shares his journey into financial advising, emphasizing the importance of understanding behavioral finance and the emotional aspects of money management. 

He discusses common emotional traps people fall into, personal experiences that shaped his financial mindset, and the significance of effective communication in financial planning, especially for couples. Jake also highlights the importance of teaching children about money and the strategies for building and retaining wealth. 

Jake concludes with advice for those feeling overwhelmed by their financial situation, encouraging them to take small steps towards regaining control.

Bio:  TEN Capital’s mission to deliver planning tools and technology in a manner that places each client’s specific goals and aspirations at the center of the process is what drives Jake Timm each day.

Jake started his career in the financial services industry thirteen years ago and quickly discovered that finding solutions for clients that created confidence and reassurance was his calling. Although investment management is an integral part of that process, Jake found that focusing on each client’s broader financial picture and crafting solutions, to meet their long-term needs, both investment and otherwise, was his true passion.

An Alumni of Florida State University, Jake studied Marketing and Economics after spending the formative years of his life on a small wheat farm in eastern Washington State. Growing up in a small farming town taught Jake the value of working hard and taking care of the people around you, the same values he brings to Financial Life Management.

After spending the first part of his career in banking as a Corporate Trainer and Practice Management Consultant for a large regional bank out of Seattle and a Financial Advisor for a global investment firm, Jake decided it was time to come back to his roots in Eastern Washington.

Jake joined TEN Capital at its inception in 2012. The firm was created to be independent, client focused and avoid the conflicts of interest that can all too often arise in the industry. In addition to TEN Capital, Jake is an active member in the community, while also serving in leadership positions with numerous non-profits and volunteer organizations. He calls Spokane his home and enjoys spending time with his lovely wife Jamie, daughter Nya, son CJ and his dog Hercules.

If you want to learn more about Jake, you can find him at tencapital.com

Episode 003: Brad Dieter, PhD, is an exercise physiologist, molecular biologist, biostatistician, scientist and entrepreneur whose goal is to bring science and industry together to improve human health and optimizing human performance. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of creatine, exploring its crucial role in energy production and the myriad benefits it offers. 

Join us as we uncover how creatine supports short bursts of energy, making it essential for activities like weightlifting and sprinting. Discover why creatine is gaining popularity beyond sports performance, with emerging research highlighting its potential neurocognitive benefits, especially as we age. 

Whether you're an athlete or simply looking to enhance your daily energy levels, this episode provides valuable insights into why creatine might be a good option for you. Tune in to learn more about this powerful supplement and how it can contribute to your overall well-being.

Bio:  Brad Dieter holds a master’s degree in biomechanics, doctoral degree and post-doctoral fellowship in translational science at Providence Medical Research Center, Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Children’s Hospital. His research has spanned the translational spectrum utilizing basic science, human trials, and machine learning in large data sets to identify and develop novel therapies and technologies. 

If you want to learn more about Brad, you can find him at:

Chief Operating Officer at Macros Inc (Macrosinc.net)

Editor-in-chief at Science Driven Nutrition (Sciencedrivennutrition.com)

Scientific Adviser at Outplay Inc (Lactigo.com)

Episode 002: Kyle Jordan is a licensed Certified Public Accountant based in Spokane, Washington, with over 13 years of experience in public accounting. In this episode, Kyle Jordan discusses the complexities of navigating taxes for college athletes, especially in light of the new NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) opportunities. 

Kyle shares the importance of understanding tax obligations, the benefits of forming LLCs or S-Corps, and strategies for managing finances effectively. He also shares insights on common misconceptions athletes have about taxes, the significance of write-offs, and the benefits of working with financial professionals to help athletes grow their wealth. The conversation emphasizes the need for athletes to think of themselves as businesses and to plan for their financial futures.

Kyle is the owner of a CPA firm that employs a team of 17 professionals and serves more than 3,000 clients across a broad range of tax and accounting services. A lifelong athlete and former high school basketball coach, Kyle has combined his knowledge in accounting with his passion for sports to build a specialized focus in the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) space. 

His deep understanding of both the athletic and financial landscapes has played a key role in the firm’s growing reputation as a trusted advisor to collegiate and professional athletes navigating complex tax matters. A team is never just one individual. Kyle has a terrific team of accountants and CPAs working alongside him and collectively they are all in on helping athletes navigate tax and financial related matters.

If you want to learn more about Kyle, check him out at: gameplantax.com  or email him at [email protected] 

Episode 001: In the first ever Compound Commitment episode, I share my personal journey from a struggling strength coach to an entrepreneur and financial advisor. The biggest lesson I took from all of it is the power of compounding daily habits. 

I’ve seen over and over in my life the importance of small, consistent actions in achieving goals.  Nothing shows this better than bamboo.  It’s a perfect illustration of how growth often happens beneath the surface before becoming visible. My hope is you follow along with me on this journey to building wealth, health and happiness.  

Follow along on my journey on social media @compoundcommitment.

Episode 125: In the final Hoop Commitment Podcast episode, Kyle Jordan discusses the complexities of navigating taxes for college athletes, especially in light of the new NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) opportunities.  He shares the importance of understanding tax obligations, the benefits of forming LLCs or S-Corps, and strategies for managing finances effectively,

Kyle shares insights on common misconceptions athletes have about taxes, the significance of write-offs, and the benefits of working with financial professionals to help athletes grow their wealth.  The conversation emphasizes the need for athletes to think of themselves as businesses and to plan for their financial futures. 

If you want to learn about compounding wealth, health and happiness, follow along at compoundcommitment.com, join one of the 30-Day Commitments and listen to my new podcast, The Compound Commitment.  The first episode launches Tuesday, October 7th!

Kyle Jordan is the owner of a CPA firm that employs a team of 17 professionals and serves more than 3,000 clients across a broad range of tax and accounting services. A lifelong athlete and former high school basketball coach, Kyle has combined his knowledge in accounting with his passion for sports to build a specialized focus in the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) space. 

His deep understanding of both the athletic and financial landscapes has played a key role in the firm’s growing reputation as a trusted advisor to collegiate and professional athletes navigating complex tax matters. A team is never just one individual. Kyle has a terrific team of accountants and CPAs working alongside him and collectively they are all in on helping athletes navigate tax and financial related matters.

If you want to learn more about Kyle, check him out at: gameplantax.com  or email him at [email protected] 

Episode 124: Last month I shared that I helped co-author a book called, There’s More Than 1 Way to Skin A Cat.  We’ve got 2 NBA, 3 Division 1 and  5 European Basketball performance coaches contributing to chapters on mobility, stability, power, agility, periodization and recovery.  I received my copies of the book last month and they turned out awesome.  For anyone wanting to buy a copy, make sure you reach out to @silk_man on Instagram, and Luka will take care of you.   

And so Today’s episode is another sneak peak into our book, where I interview the 9 coaches and ask, “what’s your thought process on reducing ankle sprains.”  And then you get to hear exactly how the Chicago Bulls, Denver Nuggets, Kansas Jayhawks and Louisville Cardinals do it here in the states.  And you’ll also get to hear how professional teams in Istanbul, Brescia, Jerusalem, Slovan and Maccabi do it in the European Leagues.  My goal for this episode is to prove that there really is more than one way to train & condition basketball players. Here's a list of contributors: 

Luka Svilar has a PhD in Sport Science with a master’s in Kinesiology and brings a wealth of experience from working with esteemed teams such as Bayern, Baskonia, Turk Telekom and Croatia’s NTs.

Ramsey Nijem is the Director of Performance for the University of Kansas Men’s Basketball Program.  He holds a Doctorate of Science in Human and Sport Performance and a Master of Science in Kinesiology.  Before joining the Jayhawks, he spent 5 season s with the NBA’s Sacramento Kings. 

Jure Drakslar is the Head Strength & Conditioning coach and rehabilitation specialist at BC Zenit Saint Petersburg.  He has over two decades of experience in professional basketball and hold’s a masters degree in sports science.   He’s also a personal off-season strength & conditioning coach for many top-level basketball players, including my son’s favorite NBA player, Luka Doncic, who he worked with for 3 off-seasons. 

Matt Comer is currently working on his PhD in Health & Human Performance while holding a master’s degree in biomechanics and a bachelors in athletic training.  He began his basketball  strength & conditioning career working in the G-League before getting promoted to the NBA. 

Roberto Iezzi holds a master’s degree in sport science and has almost 20 years of experience in basketball.  He’s currently the head of performance at Brescia Basketball, responsible for the players performance and rehabilitation. 

Kostas Chatzichristos is the Head of Performance at Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul,  He holds a masters degree from the University of Texas at Austin and is a current PhD candidate at Democritus University.  Kostas also serves as the director of the Euroleague Strength & conditioning Coaches association. 

Adam Petway is the Director of Strength & Conditioning at Louisville basketball and leverages extensive NBA experience with the 76ers and wizards.  He holds an MBA in sport management and earned bachelors and PhD degrees in Sport Science. 

Reggie Fanan is a graduate of the Zinman School of Coaches at Wingate and has served as Maccabi’s Head Strength & Conditioning coach for over a decade.  He is a former Euroleague player, which gives him a unique perspective as a basketball performance coach.

Claus Souza, He holds a master’s degree in applied sciences, a bachelors degree in physical education, and is an NBA championship with the Denver Nuggets.   He has over 15 years of strength & conditioning experience, working with the NCAA, WNBA and private sector.   

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Episode 123: Today’s episode is a sneak peak into our new book, There Is More Than One Way To Skin A Cat, where I interview nine basketball strength coaches and ask, “What’s your approach to testing and what’s the most common test you use?  And then you get to hear exactly how the Chicago Bulls, Denver Nuggets, Kansas Jayhawks and Louisville Cardinals do it here in the states.  And you’ll also get to hear how professional teams in Istanbul, Brescia, Jerusalem, Slovan and Maccabi do it in the European Leagues. 

My goal for this episode is to prove that there really is more than one way to train & condition a basketball player.  Here's an overview of the nine basketball performance coaches I interviewed:

Luka Svilar has a PhD in Sport Science with a master’s degree in Kinesiology.  He brings a wealth of experience from working with esteemed teams such as Bayern, Baskonia, Turk Telekom, Unics and Croatia’s NTs. 

Ramsey Nijem is the Director of Performance for the University of Kansas Men’s Basketball Program.  He holds a Doctorate of Science in Human and Sport Performance and a Master of Science in Kinesiology.  Before joining the Jayhawks, he spent 5 seasons with the NBA’s Sacramento Kings. 

Jure Drakslar is the Head S&C Coach and Rehabilitation Specialist at BC Zenit Saint Petersburg and has over two decades of experience in professional basketball.  He hold’s a masters degree in sports science and has got to train my son’s favorite NBA player, Luka Doncic, for 3 off-seasons. 

Matt Comer is currently working on his PhD in Health & Human Performance while holding a master’s degree in biomechanics and a bachelors in athletic training.  He began his basketball  strength & conditioning career working in the G-League before getting promoted to the NBA. 

Roberto Iezzi holds a master’s degree in sport science and has almost 20 years of experience in basketball.  He’s currently the head of performance at Brescia Basketball, responsible for the players performance and rehabilitation.

Kostas Chatzichristos is the Head of Performance at Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul.  He holds a masters degree from the University of Texas at Austin and is a current PhD candidate at Democritus University of Thrace.  Kostas also serves as the director of the Euroleague Strength & conditioning Coaches association.   

Adam Petway is the Director of Strength & Conditioning at Louisville basketball and leverages extensive NBA experience with the 76ers and wizards.  He holds an MBA in sport management and earned bachelors and PhD degrees in Sport Science.  He’s also author to the latest book I’m reading right now titled, Basketball Mechanics. 

Reggie Fanan is a graduate of the Zinman School of Coaches at Wingate and has served as Maccabi’s Head Strength & Conditioning coach for over a decade.  Reggie is a former Euroleague player, which gives him a unique perspective as a basketball performance coach. 

Claus Souza holds a master’s degree in applied sciences, a bachelors degree in physical education, and  is an NBA championship with the Denver Nuggets.   He has over 15 years of strength & conditioning experience, working with the NCAA, WNBA and private sector. 

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Episode 122:  Learn everything you need to know about basketball pre-game meals from one of the best in the business.  Jessica Isaacs, RD, CSSD is a Los Angeles-based Sports Dietitian with an eclectic career working with elite-level athletes, creating engaging social media content, and is a highly sought-after speaker and mentor.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics from Purdue University and is a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics. In her career working as a Sports Dietitian, she has supported thousands of athletes from youth to professional level, serving as the Sports Dietitian at Kobe Bryant's MAMBA Sports Academy, the Basketball Performance Dietitian at UCLA, and spent two seasons as the Lead Sports Dietitian for the LA Clippers.

To learn more about Jessica, check her out on social media @jessicathesportsrd

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Episode 121: Dr Andy Galpin has his bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Linfield college, a masters degree in human movement science from the university of Memphis and his PhD in human bioenergetics. 

He considers himself a scientist, teacher and coach, with his full-time job being a professor at Cal State Fullerton..  As a scientist, he’s the co-Director of the Center for Sports Performance where he conducts research on anything that is relevant to human performance.  He’s also the founder and director of the Biochemistry and Molecular Exercise Physiology Laboratory, with over 100 peer-reviewed publications and presentations. 

As a teacher, he’s written countless articles, created an awesome YouTube page and teaches grad classes in strength & conditioning, program design, muscle physiology and nutrition at Cal State Fullerton.  And as a coach, he’s worked with professional athletes for over 15 years that include NBA All-stars and Hall of Famers in multiple sports. 

So with a resume like this, I thought Dr Galpin would be the perfect person to share the big picture principles of designing a year long training program while also providing actionable specifics that we can apply starting next week

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Episode 120: Tyler Whitmer oversees the Olympic Sports Performance department at Boise State, works with their men's basketball program, and started an athlete mentorship group for their athletic department.  Prior to joining the Broncos, He earned his masters of science in Education with a concentration in Exercise Physiology from the University of Kansas and coached at Treasure Valley & Oral Roberts. 

Boise State was in town last month and I was lucky enough to reconnect with Tyler.  We hung out for almost an hour and the funny thing is, we talked about almost everything BUT strength & conditioning.  When I asked him what he was passionate about, he started telling about a mentorship group that he helped create for male athletes. 

As he was explaining his mentorship program, Get Reps, I knew the Hoop Commitment community needed to hear about it.  For anyone who has lost faith in high level athletics, it will warm your heart to know there are programs investing in areas that really matter.

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