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"I am in desperate need of some help!! This is my first year coaching. I don’t have much cheer/dance experience AT ALL. my squad is medium-ish (12 girls)…but all are beginners. These girls are incredible and I just adore them. We are only doing sideline this year because we lack the experience. They get better and better each day! Here’s my problem. I don’t know the first thing about choreography!! I’ve watched hours of videos and I don’t really want to copy some else’s work…..is that even allowed??? The girls want to do a halftime routine for basketball homecoming. Our school song (although not a super big deal at our school) is the notre dame fight song. I’d like to put together a game day routine for my girls to do along with that song and make it more of a big deal at our school. What do I do??? Where do I start???? I’m so overwhelmed just thinking about motions, counts, steps…….PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE HELP!!!"

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In this episode, I discuss my own experiences with giving and receiving constructive criticism, I delve into my own expectations as a coach, and share resources I've discovered on how best to give and receive feedback.

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How to get better at receiving feedback - David Burkus PhD

The secret to giving great feedback - LeeAnn Renninger

How to love criticism - WorkLife with Adam Grant

Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset - John Spencer

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In this episode, I interview my friends, Ramiro Rivera, Brayden Kammers, and Lyssa Haynie, who are experienced in NCA staff, collegiate cheerleading, and coaching. We talk about our experiences as athletes, life, our struggles, college cheer, and coaching. 

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My name is Ramiro Rivera. I will be going into my 12th year in the Cheerleading word. I’m currently the head coach at the University of Northern Colorado. I was the the former assistant coach and I cheered there for four years. I’m also currently cheering at Steele Athletics on their IOCNT Coed Lvl 6 team. I have coached from the high school to the Allstar and judged different state competitions. I will be going onto my 7th year with NCA staff. 

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My name is Brayden Kammers. I am on my 9th year of cheer! I have done 2 Years of middle school cheer, 2 years at Express Allstars, 3 years at Coal Ridge High school where I became a 2x state champion and I currently cheer at Western Colorado University. I have coached youth and junior Allstar teams. I have choreographed for high school teams for 2 years and have coached Gunnison High school for 2 years. I am also on NCA Staff!

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My name is Lyssa Haynie. I have been doing cheer for 15 years now. I am currently on my 4th year of NCA staff and I am also the assistant coach for the University of Northern Colorado. I achieved this after cheering there for 4 years. I love learning all about the coaching side of the cheer world. Even with all of this, I still couldn’t let go of the feeling of being on a team, so I am also currently on the Steele athletics IOCNT coed level 6 team!

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In this episode, I interview my mom as my first guest on the podcast. We discuss the importance of delegating responsibility, stepping back as a parent, and life in general. Whether or not you're new to coaching, or a seasoned professional, this episode is for you. About the Guest: Ericka is an experienced dancer and cheerleader. When she started working at a K-12, she decided to volunteer as the High School cheerleading coach, there she was the head coach for two years. She then went on to work at a K-8 where she took on the role of the Middle School coach and successfully built and maintained the cheer program for 13 years. Since then, she's been a wonderful support system as a cheer mom. 

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In this episode, I discuss the importance of building a positive relationship between parents and coaches, how to do so, and I share resources that you can use to strengthen and sustain your parent/coach relationships. Whether or not you're new to coaching, or a seasoned professional, this episode is for you. 

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7 Tips for a Positive Parent-Coach Relationship

Coaching the Parents: 5 Strategies for Creating a Positive Coach-Parent Relationship

3 Must-Use Strategies For Coaches To Gain Support From Parents

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In this episode, I discuss the importance of building a positive team culture, how to do so, and I share resources that you can use to strengthen and sustain your team culture. Whether or not you're new to coaching, or a seasoned professional, this episode is for you. I share Jon Gordon's 14 Thoughts About Building a Great Culture, as well as a few Ted Talk's that discuss taking action to create that culture.

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I answer listener questions and share some insight on myself, so that you, as my audience, can better understand who it is you're listening to.

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Episode 2 - Cyberbullying; Storytime.

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In this Episode, I talk about the importance of positive thinking, positive self-talk, and resources you can use to create more positivity in your daily life. Whether or not you're new to coaching, or a seasoned professional, this episode is for you. I share a few ideas and tips from Jon Gordon's book, The Positive Dog, that I have used and want to continue using to create a more positive lifestyle for myself and the athletes that I coach.

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The Positive Dog By: Jon Gordon

Dear Positive Thinker By: Marley Sievers

Why Positive Attitude Is Important in Sports By Elizabeth Quinn

Kelly McGonigal: How to make stress your friend | TED Talk

What is an energy vampire?

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In this episode, I talk about the importance of self care, setting boundaries, and meditation. Whether or not you're new to coaching, or a seasoned professional, this episode is for you. I share a few ideas and tips on how I decompress after a long day of cheer as well as reference Holly Schaffner and her presentation on Mental Conditioning for Athletes through Varsity University. 

For more information check out the following -  

My favorite guided meditations: 

Jake Ducey Success Hypnosis 

Aaron Doughty - The Most Powerful Meditation for Trusting the Universe and Letting Go of the Outcome 

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In this episode, I talk about the importance of team building in sports. Whether or not you're new to coaching, or a seasoned professional, this episode is for you. I share a few team building ideas and activities as well as reference a few articles with more information on it's importance.

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