The Heart of Coaching shares the valuable expression, "performance-focused, feedback-rich." Everyone wants high performance and needs feedback.
Make feedback meaningful.
- Add value.
- Be specific.
- Stay connected.
- Detail-oriented. “Work harder” doesn’t say anything.
Understand the emotional impact of language. AND is more powerful than BUT. “That was really good but” is deflating. My most powerful impact arises from “I believe in you.”
“Water the flowers.” Young players need positivity.
Kids remember the experience. They’re constantly judging our preparation and interaction and deserve our best every day.