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112: This Isn't the 90s Anymore, How Coaches Need to Adapt with Dr. Barry Davis
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In this week's episode, I interviewed Dr. Barry Davis, Leadership Coach and Author. We explore how emotional intelligence turns rigid control into real leadership. Dr. Davis shares stories, tools, and mistakes that shaped a steadier, clearer coaching style grounded in trust and accountability.
Episode Highlights:
• Defining emotional intelligence for coaches
• Five pillars for sustainable culture
• Self-talk, reset cues, and calm under stress
• Discipline through ownership, not punishment
• Reflection habits that build postseason readiness
Connect with Dr. Barry Davis:
Website: https://drbarrydavis.com/
Book: Old Dogs, New Tricks: The Power of Leading with Emotional Intelligence
IG: @drbarrydavis42
X: @BarryDavis42
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbarrydavis42/
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- Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program
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Chapters
1. Welcome And Guest Introduction (00:00:00)
2. From Head Coach To EQ Mentor (00:02:21)
3. Gaining Power By Giving It Away (00:05:49)
4. The Five Real Skills Of EQ (00:10:40)
5. Hard Lessons From The Old School (00:18:55)
6. Standards, Consistency, And Trust (00:26:10)
7. The Five Pillars Of Sustainable Winning (00:33:20)
8. Lineup Communication And Player Buy‑In (00:40:45)
9. Admitting Mistakes And Leading Up (00:48:30)
10. Simple Beats Complex: Practice What Matters (00:53:30)
11. Adaptability And The Pete Rose Story (00:57:45)
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