What if the key to personal development, confidence, and inspiration was right under your nose, waiting to be discovered? Our special guest, Nick Hutchinson, author of the upcoming book "Rise of the Reader," unveils the power of reading as a formidable tool for self-improvement. A former athlete, Nick's journey from the sports field to the library is a captivating tale, revealing how podcasts during hour-long commutes morphed into a passion for reading hundreds of books.

Drawing parallels between the worlds of books and sports, Nick discloses how he applies his learnings from literature to real-world scenarios. He highlights the importance of reading and setting SMART goals to extract the most from each book. He shares intriguing leadership lessons from NFL coaches like Bill Belichick and Dan Campbell, comparing their styles to concepts of authentic leadership.

Nick and Nate play a fun game of draft-style "NFL Comps" where Nick makes comparisons between book and the NFL. You won't want to miss his takes on Mindset, Atomic Habits, Start with Why, and many more.

They close the episode with a simple challenge and a generous offer from Nick to get you started as Book Thinker, and to Rise as a Reader. Learn more about Nick and connect with him using the links below:

• Buy the book Rise of the Reader on Amazon: https://a.co/d/c9dE0ln
• Learn more about Nick: www.nickhutch.com
• Learn more about Book Thinkers: www.bookthinkers.com
• Complete the Episode Challenge by receiving a personalized book recommendation: DM Nick at www.instagram.com/bookthinkers

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Want to discover the secret link between pop culture phenomenons, like the captivating relationship of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelsey, and navigating through added responsibilities in life? We've got you covered as we delve into this fascinating intersection, enlightening you on why work-life balance matters, how it can be disrupted, and how to regain equilibrium. Your work-life balance is vital to prevent burnout, increase productivity and maintain happiness and health. We also uncover the powerful concept of 'golden time', a crucial tool to unplug and recharge to achieve this coveted balance.

Join us as we welcome our energetic guest, Lily Prosser, who shares her invaluable insights on the impact of the Swift-Kelce relationship on the younger generations. She also gives her Dad some feedback about staying off his phone and giving the family Golden Time. So, get ready to immerse yourself in this lively, insightful episode brimming with leadership, work-life balance, pop culture, and much more - you won't want to miss it!

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What does it take to fuel the competitive spirit in the NFL? Find out as we dissect the leadership style of Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin with our esteemed guest, Nick Angelo. Together, we explore the significance of Tomlin's approach in setting high standards, his uncanny ability to communicate with impact, and the steadfast commitment he holds towards his team.

Immerse yourself in the fascinating conversation as we delve into the art of consistently maintaining high expectations, fostering continuous growth, and the essential role of accountability in a team's success. We examine how Tomlin's vivid language, metaphors, and analogies strengthen the team's resolve to uphold their standards. You'll be intrigued by our discussion about his use of body language and tone to supplement his message, and his emphasis on building relationships and future opportunities. Come along on this journey of discovery as we dissect Tomlin's tactics in motivating his players, his unique approach to handling excuses, and his power to inspire a culture of success in the Steelers' locker room.

We wrap up our episode with a walk down memory lane, reminiscing the illustrious careers of Steeler greats like Troy Palamalu, Greg Lloyd, Alan Faneca, and ... John Whitman (!!). The long time friends, Nate and Nick, had a blast recording this episode about their favorite team, and we think you'll enjoy listening just the same.

To hear more of Nick Angelo and his takes on the NFL, fantasy, and so much more, tune in to his podcast, That Football Show!

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Do you ever wonder how a college football coach builds a program culture? In our latest episode, we team up with Zac Phillips (returning from the Joe Paterno Episode) and Andrew Kennedy to dissect the leadership style of Penn State Football coach James Franklin. We dive deep into the coach's background, his journey to Penn State, and the next steps he needs to take to elevate the program even further. We analyze his actions so far, what's worked and what could be improved, and focus on five core leadership topics in relation to Franklin's impact on Nittany Lion football.

Sportsmanship, hard work, sacrifice, competitiveness and a positive attitude are not just buzzwords, but values that are deeply entrenched in the Penn State Football program. We take a closer look at how these principles are applied not just on the field but also in off-field scenarios like the classrooms and team dinners. Coach Franklin’s 1-0 philosophy is dissected to understand how it inspires his team to approach each game with the same focus, regardless of the opponent. We also look at how Franklin builds authentic relationships and fosters a family environment , and discuss ways you can easily do that within your company or team.

Later in the conversation, we debate the risks and potential benefits of his polarizing post-game press conference after a crushing home loss to Ohio State in 2018. Tying it all together, we analyze the importance of creating a positive culture in the workplace, and offer a simple challenge for you to elevate your leadership through culture. Lastly, we can’t let Zac and Andrew go without getting their predictions for the upcoming Penn State Football season. So, gear up for an enlightening discussion that not only explores leadership in the realm of sports but also offers valuable insights for the business world.

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In this episode, we tee off on a journey through Change Leadership using Golf's earth-shattering merger as the focal point. The craziness of this announcement provides a unique backdrop to explore the art of effective change leadership. Using clips from Rory McIlroy, Jay Monaghan, Yasir Al-Rumayyan, you'll hear a powerful narrative of successes, challenges, and essential leadership lessons.

Join your host Nate Prosser as we tee off with eight key tips for leading through change, inspired by Golf's transformative merger. From sizing the impact of change to celebrating success, we provide practical strategies any leader can use to lead others through change.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Sizing the impact of change: Assessing the scope and implications of change to lay a strong foundation.

2. Stakeholder assessment: Understanding the needs and concerns of stakeholders for effective engagement.

3. Effective communication: Mastering the art of clear and transparent communication throughout the change process.

4. Compelling vision: Crafting an inspiring vision to rally teams and unite them towards a common goal.

5. Enable co-creation: Empowering teams to contribute their ideas and collaborate in shaping the change.

6. Manage resistance: Addressing resistance with empathy and strategic approaches to overcome challenges.

7. Invest in training and communications: Equipping teams with the skills and knowledge needed for success.

8. Build advocates and celebrate success: Cultivating change champions and acknowledging milestones along the journey.

Through this episode, we offer a playbook of change leadership strategies, combining the excitement of golf with the wisdom of business transformation. Tune in to learn valuable lessons applicable in any domain, and gain insights to lead with confidence during change and uncertainty.

Immerse yourself in the world of leadership and golf by visiting Leadership Chalk Talk's website at . Whether you're a golf enthusiast, a change practitioner, or anyone leading through change, this episode can help you level up.

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Nate shares the personal news contributing to a pause in Chalk Talk episodes, and then welcomes his daughter Lily (11 years old) onto the podcast for the first time.

Lily offers up the leadership lessons she's learned as a gymnast, basketball player, and huge football fan. She emphasizes the importance of building relationships, supporting teammates in moments of triumph and disappointment, and tells her story from the Kindergarten Talent Show that started her on the journey towards a growth mindset.

Later in the episode, Lily talks about what it's like having a Leadership Development guy as a Dad before giving her predictions about her two favorite football teams: Penn State and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Finally, she wraps up with an episode challenge that everyone should do! Enjoy

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Nate's favorite book is Mindset, by Carol Dweck. He's brought up this important concept many times before but has never dedicated a full episode to it -- until now.

Following the Bucks shocking first round exit, a reporter asked Giannis if he viewed this season as a failure and his answer surprised a lot of people. Ernie Johnson described it as a "breath of fresh air" but Kendrick Perkins asked "Is Giannis serious right now?!" Giannis's response, and the conversation he stirred up, provided the perfect context for discussing Growth Mindset.

Nate breaks down the 5 dimensions from the book: Challenges, Obstacles, Effort, Criticism, and Success of Others, and then shares a personal story of his own Fixed Mindset from childhood, and how the book helped him to break through.

To close the show, Nate shares a few "signals" of a Fixed Mindset -- both in yourself and in your team -- and some practical tips to shift your mind into Growth. Tune in to take your first step towards a better you.

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Following up from one of the show's most popular episodes, Productive Conversations, Nate takes on the challenging topic of Racial and Gender bias using content from the Women's Basketball Championship game which was won by LSU over Iowa.

Nate uses comments from Dave Portnoy and Emmanuel Acho to illustrate the "two sides" of this argument, and then explains his bold point of view that many media members and media companies are *claiming* to use their platform to advance the efforts of Diversity & Inclusion, but their actions may actually be counterproductive to that very mission. He gives an impassioned plea for influencers to stop calling people OUT, and instead to start calling people IN, so that the conversation can truly be productive towards advancing equality.

Next, Nate takes a deep dive into his view on trash talk ... by creating his own Trash Talk Mendoza Line, with a 4 dimension rubric. He then analyzes several famous instances of trash talk to uncover his own bias, finding that he exhibits several of the over 200 cognitive biases, including one that he just made up: The Michael Redd Shooting Mechanics Bias. You're probably thinking about bias all wrong -- it's not something to avoid, it's something to seek out. Nate teaches you how to move from feeling guilty (or defensive) about your biases, to wanting to learn from them and interrupt them to be a better version of yourself.

Finally, Nate examines the trash-talking actions of Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, and evaluates whether they stay above or fall below his expectations ("The Trash Talk Mendoza Line"). He engages in a fictitious conversation with Nick Wright from Fox Sports, and shows you three simple steps to completely disagree with someone in a productive way, even when the argument centers around the emotional topics of racism and sexism.

If you want to see the clips of Caitlin and Angel he refers to during the show, you can find them at the links below:

• Caitlin tells Louisville Player "You're down 15 points, Shut Up"
• Caitlin does the John Cena "Can't See Me" gesture during the Louisville Elite 8 game
• Caitlin waves off a South Carolina player, daring her to shoot in the Final 4
• Angel does the "Can't See Me" towards Caitlin with about :50 seconds left while they're on the foul line
• Angel follows Caitlin for most of the last :15 seconds of the game

This is the most challenging and thought-provoking episode Leadership Chalk Talk has published to date. If you want to be a better leader, don't miss it.

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