John Speraw - The Art of Inspired Coaching

John Speraw - The Art of Inspired Coaching

Author: Aaron Wexler January 14, 2024 Duration: 1:17:17

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Episode 79 features John Speraw! John Speraw is head men's volleyball coach for the US National Team who just qualified for the 2024 olympics, and UCLA, who just won the NCAA Championship this year! Coach Speraw has won a total of 9 National Championships and was the first individual to win an NCAA Men's Volleyball championship as a head coach, an assistant coach, and as a player. He was also one of my assistant coaches when I was a player at UCLA.

IG: @coachsperaw

https://www.johnsperaw.com/


In This Episode We Discuss:

  • Inspired living/inspired athlete
  • The pursuit of mastery.
  • Comparison syndrome! Being process oriented rather than outcome oriented
  • Champion Mindset/Winning Mindset
  • Personal growth. How does personal growth play a role in building a culture of excellence?
  • Qualifying for the Olympics with Team USA
  • Winning the NCAA Championship with UCLA
  • Positive self talk
  • Inspired Leadership - the enthusiastic transfer of belief. Making quick decisions
  • Confidence
  • Mindfulness Training & visualization
  • Sports Psychology & EQ
  • Dealing with FOPO. Fear of other people's opinions
  • Being a performer vs. being a craftsman how are they relatable
  • creativity


Hosted by Aaron Wexler, Within The Game explores the shared mental frameworks of high performers, whether they're on the field, in the boardroom, or navigating daily life. This isn't a typical interview show; it's a deep, practical conversation about the specific, often overlooked tools that fuel sustained inspiration and success. Each episode features candid discussions with a diverse range of guests, from Olympic champions and professional athletes to seasoned coaches and innovative entrepreneurs. The focus is always on the tangible: the routines, mindset shifts, and personal philosophies they actively use to excel under pressure and find meaning in their work. You'll hear how a coach visualizes a game plan, the way an entrepreneur reframes failure, or the mental ritual an athlete relies on before a crucial moment. The aim is to unpack these accessible strategies, demonstrating that the discipline for peak performance isn't confined to a stadium or an office-it's a transferable skill set. By listening to this podcast, you gain a behind-the-scenes look at the psychology of excellence, offering actionable insights that can be applied to your own goals and challenges. It’s about understanding the internal mechanics that drive external results, providing a resource for anyone looking to cultivate resilience, creativity, and a more inspired approach to their own game, whatever that may be.
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