The Art Of Coaching

In this episode, Brett Bartholomew explores the importance of authenticity in leadership, the psychology of human behavior, and practical strategies for communicating more effectively. Whether you're a coach, leader, or communicator, these insights can help you build trust, influence others, and stay true to yourself.   Main Topics Covered: The power of authenticity over seeking validation Understanding self-image and influencing others How to frame messages to reduce resistance The role of storytelling and simplicity in communication Balancing complexity and clarity in social media and public speaking Practical methods to refine your core message and deliver with confidence Building trust through genuine engagement rather than credentials   Resources & Links: Art of Coaching for coaching programs and resources: https://artofcoaching.com/mentoring My Latest Book (Link to upcoming or referenced publication): https://amzn.to/4rZknhs Connect with Brett Bartholomew:LinkedInTwitter   Follow Us: Website: ArtofCoaching.com Instagram: @coach_brettb X: @coach_brettb

In this episode, we explore the importance of maintaining meaningful connections and breaking the cycle of neglecting relationships during the busy middle months of the year. We dive into practical strategies and mindset shifts to stay connected, productive, and intentional in both personal and professional life. We discuss the significance of midyear reflection and recalibration, and how busy seasons can lead to neglecting relationships. You'll learn practical tips for consistent relationship maintenance and how to live by the principle: “do the common things in an uncommon way.” We also cover the importance of boundaries, managing accessibility, and overcoming the "tyranny of now" with small, consistent actions. This episode emphasizes the urgency of taking action now instead of waiting, and embracing complexity and realistic expectations in life and goals. If you've ever struggled with maintaining connections during hectic times, this episode will provide you with the insights and tools to break those patterns and strengthen your relationships.   What You’ll Learn:   •⁠ ⁠ Strategies for strengthening relationships during your busiest seasons •⁠ ⁠ How to stop defaulting into the same excuses and neglect patterns as everyone else •⁠ ⁠ Practical strategies for staying connected when life gets chaotic •⁠ ⁠ Simple habits that keep you connected, present, and intentional year-round ____________________     Follow Us: Website: ArtofCoaching.com Instagram: @coach_brettb X: @coach_brettb

We've all been in situations in our lives where it seems like there are unwritten rules we didn't know about, or unseen forces that are kind of screwing us over. We did our part, but we didn't get the outcome we wanted. This show talks about some of the most common scenarios where that happens, and some of the lessons and learnings that can help better prepare you so you get taken advantage of less, and so you're more prepared to deal with gray area scenarios.   What You’ll Learn:   •⁠ ⁠ Tips to make sure you get screwed over less •⁠ ⁠ Ways to understand what you're walking into so you don't get caught off guard •⁠ ⁠ Strategies for spotting people's real motives   ____________________     Follow Us: Website: ArtofCoaching.com Instagram: @coach_brettb X: @coach_brettb

In this episode, Brett breaks down why so many driven people feel behind, overwhelmed, or like they’re never doing enough — even when they’re already working hard, carrying responsibility, and trying to do things the right way. He talks about how easy it is to get pulled into the performative bullshit people post online, start comparing your real life to someone else’s curated season, and let your attention get hijacked by things that have nothing to do with your actual priorities. This episode is not about lowering your standards or giving yourself an excuse to coast. It’s about getting honest about what matters most right now, protecting your attention, killing the noise, and making sure your energy is going toward the things that can actually move your life, business, relationships, health, or purpose forward. Brett walks through seven practical reminders for getting back on track when you feel overloaded: 1.⁠ ⁠Audit your inputs2.⁠ ⁠Stop turning other people’s seasons into your standards3.⁠ ⁠Find the real needle mover4.⁠ ⁠Create more selfish moments5.⁠ ⁠Kill more low-value obligations6.⁠ ⁠Lower the scope without lowering the standard7.⁠ ⁠Get back into your own life If you’ve been overthinking, comparing, carrying too many open loops, or feeling like everyone else has it more figured out than you do, this episode is a direct reminder to return to your own priorities and stop letting everything act like it deserves equal access to you.   What You’ll Learn:   •⁠ ⁠ How to filter what deserves your attention •⁠ ⁠ How to shield yourself from distracting noise •⁠ ⁠ Tips for creating stronger boundaries •⁠ ⁠ Why more selfish moments are a good thing   ____________________     Follow Us: Website: ArtofCoaching.com Instagram: @coach_brettb X: @coach_brettb

In this episode, Brett breaks down some of the most common mistakes speakers and presenters make—and why those mistakes usually have nothing to do with intelligence or expertise. Most people don’t struggle because they’re unprepared or because they don’t know their material. They struggle because communication is more nuanced than that. Human attention is limited. Interpretation is messy. And if your message isn’t clear, structured, and relevant, even good ideas get lost. Brett walks through practical ways to distill your message, flesh out your core concept without rambling, and avoid the kinds of mistakes that make audiences tune out. He also shares several exercises to help you stop overthinking, get clearer on what you actually want to say, and communicate in a way that better connects with the people in front of you—whether you’re speaking to athletes, executives, students, clients, or a general audience. You’ll also hear how many speakers unintentionally self-sabotage through overexplaining, trying to say too much, or assuming that because something makes sense in their head, it’ll automatically land with others. If you want to become a more effective speaker, presenter, coach, or communicator—this episode gives you practical tools you can use right away. For more on this—and to actually practice these skills with real-time coaching and feedback—join us for Art of Coaching Speaker School on May 16–17 in Phoenix, Arizona. Go to artofcoaching.com/speaker for details.   What You’ll Learn:   •⁠  ⁠How to distill your message so you can actually connect with your audience •⁠ ⁠ How to flesh out your idea so you feel like you got your knowledge across •⁠ ⁠ Exercises to help you stop overthinking and get more clarity •⁠ ⁠ How to avoid self-sabotaging when you speak or present   ____________________     Follow Us: Website: ArtofCoaching.com Instagram: @coach_brettb X: @coach_brettb