Jamy Bechler

Providing Insights on Leadership and Success. Coach Bechler is a John Maxwell Leadership Team Member.

Storming the Court

“Some people want it to happen, other people wish it would happen, but successful people MAKE it happen.” (Michael Jordan)

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I remember the first and only time I stormed the basketball court as a fan.

It was my 8th-grade year and I just watched the high school team win the District championship.

Lots of teams hoist a trophy during March Madness but not every team wins it on the opponent’s home court. Fewer still win in a dramatic fashion with a comeback for the ages.

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Using a Grading Scale to Improve Your Coaching Hires

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When I used to do recruiting consulting for college coaches, I always strongly recommended that they develop some kind of detailed grading scale for recruits.

There is certainly a “gut” or “feel” factor when evaluating a player. Experienced coaches often know when someone looks like a good fit.

But when you define categories that matter to you in a recruit, and then numerically grade and rank them, it creates a much more consistent process.

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3 Types of Teams During March

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As a former college basketball coach, March Madness is my favorite “holiday” (insert eye roll from my wife).

I love the intrigue, excitement, and storylines. My wife always shakes her head when I plop down on the couch for days at a time.

There are really three kinds of basketball teams when March rolls around… 

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Command the Screen: 7 Strategic Tips for Coaches During Video Interviews

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In the modern landscape of college athletics, your first interview doesn’t usually happen on campus, it often happens on Zoom. Whether you are interviewing with a search firm or a 6-person committee, the virtual interview is no longer a mere screening tool. It is a high-stakes evaluation of your leadership and personality.

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Using Your Influence

 

Maybe you’ve seen the movie 42 depicting Jackie Robinson’s life.

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Jackie Robinson was the first African-American to play major-league baseball when he suited up for the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947. It is a great story of how a person’s influence can make a difference.

In breaking the color barrier, Robinson faced all kinds of abuse, both physically and verbally.  One day when the Dodgers were playing at home, he committed an error while playing second base.  The crowd began to get nasty.  Even his own fans were being rude and loud. 

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