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In the world of strength and conditioning, learning how to move others—not just physically, but also psychologically and emotionally—is paramount to getting the most out of them. People are the ultimate performance variable, and understanding how to effectively blend knowledge of proper training with the nuances of human behavior is integral to helping athletes achieve their ultimate goals. Unfortunately, while much attention has been given to the science of physical training, little attention has been given to the science of communication. Conscious Coaching: The Art and Science of Building Buy-In bridges this gap. Readers learn the foundational principles of improving relationships, enhancing engagement, and gaining the trust of athletes through targeted communication. And, every bit as important, readers also learn concrete strategies to apply these principles in day-to-day coaching situations they will inevitably encounter. The result is a game-changing book that sets the stage for coaches to create a culture of success not only within sport, but also beyond. Conscious Coaching is a movement and its time has come.
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  • Conscious Coaching offers insight into a truly valuable leadership model in which compelling authority runs thin but influence and interpersonal skills are paramount. I've known Brett for over decade and his professionalism, expertise, and leadership make him the perfect person to write this book. - Rob Bollinger / Colonel / U.S. Army, Special Forces
  • Brett has given me the best years of my football career. Athletes want a coach that not only makes them better physically, but also one that understands our world and communicates in a real way- Brett does that. For me it's about the combination of smart training and good communication, and what I love and most of all is he is not just my coach, he is my friend. I'll be working with him until my career is over. - Patrick Chung / Two-time Super Bowl Champion / Safety - New England Patriots
  • Brett Bartholomew is one of the leaders of our profession today. He understands that the strength & conditioning industry is part 'art' and part 'science'. We live in a world today where we have many internet 'gurus' that get the science, understand the physiology and biomechanics. However, the defining element of 'coaching' lies in a coach's ability to interact with an athlete or group of athletes -- understand where they are at, and how to motivate and move a group of athletes forward. Brett's book will give you some insight into the 'art' of how to do this. Creating the environment to teach, motivate, and inspire is a 'must' in today's modern coaching world. Anyone that has seen Brett coach live, or otherwise, sees his passion and energy immediately. Young coaches starting their journey into this profession (or anyone who's been in for years) would do well to soak up the experiences and learn the applied side of coaching. I can't recommend Brett's book enough. It delves into essence of what separates the good coaches from the great coaches. - Dave Tenney / High Performance Director / Seattle Sounders FC
  • This book is the human performance equivalent to the Jim Collins classic "Good to Great." -Art Horne / Head Athletic Trainer of the Atlanta Hawks
  • In this highly diluted industry, rife with negativity, internet experts and gimmicky frauds, Brett is a beacon of positivity, professionalism and authenticity. Coach John Wooden stated, "A coach has not taught until the athlete has learned." 'Coach as a teacher' is a role that Brett expertly fulfills, and I am proud to call him my friend. - Stu McMillan / Performance Director and Lead Sprint Coach ALTIS
  • Our profession gets caught up in the "numbers" of coaching. Numbers don't have personalities or lives. Conscious Coaching exposes us to how an elite level coach thinks and performs! Devour it! - Bob Alejo / Assistant Athletics Director/Director of Strength and Conditioning / North Carolina State University
  • Conscious Coaching is a must read for those just entering the strength and conditioning profession, or simply seeking to become a better coach. Brett takes you on a journey of his pinnacles and pitfalls while weaving in relevant and real-world lessons applicable to modern-day coaching. This book leverages insights on management, leadership, learning, and social behavior from a number of prominent books and research studies. With this information, Brett creates a wonderful narrative specific to improving the performance of others while also improving one's self. - Brandon Marcello, PhD / High-Performance Strategist
  • I wish this book was out when I was an up and coming coach - the information that it provides often takes years of experience to work out for yourself. Brett does a phenomenal job of taking the science of coaching and showing you how it underpins the so called 'art of coaching'. Every coach should understand these concepts. - Lachlan Wilmot / Senior Athletic Performance Specialist - Strength & Power

About the Author

Brett Bartholomew is a strength and conditioning coach, best-selling author, adjunct professor, and Founder of the performance coaching and consulting company, The Bridge Human Performance(R). His experience includes working with world-class athletes in both the team setting (NCAA and professional), as well as individually along with members of the United States Special Forces community and Fortune 500 companies. Taken together, Brett has coached a diverse range of athletes from across 23 sports at levels ranging from youth to Olympians. He's supported Super Bowl and World Series Champions, along with several professional fighters, including those competing in the UFC. His coaching and speaking has spanned the globe, from China to Brazil and numerous other stops in between. As an entrepreneur, Brett has proudly served as a teammate and supporting partner in the strategic growth of two separate performance companies and is a highly sought-after consultant and mentor for many others across the United States and abroad. Additionally, his work and expertise has been featured in numerous local and national media outlets. Brett is a member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) where he holds both their CSCS*D & RSCC*D distinctions. He is a proud graduate of Kansas State University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology, and Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, where he obtained a Master of Science in Education in exercise science with an emphasis on motor behavior, cueing, and attentional focus in human performance. Brett invites you to learn more about his work by visiting ArtOfCoaching.com or by connecting via Twitter or Instagram @Coach_BrettB

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (March 8, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 291 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1543179479
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1543179477
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.53 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.66 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Brett Bartholomew is a performance coach, best-selling

author, keynote speaker, and host of a top-ranked

podcast.

After nearly losing his life as a teenager, in part due to poor

medical care, Brett founded the leadership development

company Art of Coaching™ which focuses on the unique

role optimized communication plays within organizations

and elite teams.

His experience includes working with members of

Fortune 500 companies, the U.S. Special Forces, and

sporting organizations and professional athletes.

His book, Conscious Coaching: The Art and Science of

Building Buy-In achieved international “Best Seller”

status in two categories and has been ranked as

“Amazon Top 100 Books Overall.”

Conscious Coaching has since crossed over into other industries and is used

by universities worldwide as source material to help guide future leaders and professionals.

The Art of Coaching Podcast exploded onto the scene in

2019, experiencing 409% growth in less than 12-months,

nearly a million downloads and subscribers in over 200

countries, all while remaining focused on hard-hitting

topics centered around real-world leadership strategies

implemented by everyday people as opposed to

celebrities.

From a philanthropic standpoint, Brett is the Vice President for the non-profit organization Movement2Be,

which helps youth in underprivileged communities learn more about physical activity and proper movement.

He is also a member of the Alumni Advisory board for Kansas State University and was awarded their “Alumni

Entrepreneur Award” in 2017 for his contributions to community affairs, organizations, and service groups

and support K-State’s College of Human Ecology.

Brett is currently conducting his doctoral research focused on the role of power dynamics, persuasion, and

optimizing change management within organizations

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I really enjoyed this book and all of the information that it provided that will allow me to be a better Coach. It was easy to read, very digestible, relatable and thought provoking. I loved how Brett explained all of the Archetypes and gave real life examples on how to deal with them. Definitely had me pausing to think about myself and how I want to Coach my clients. The 3 R's are crucial, being authentic and caring about your clients.
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I really enjoyed this book and all of the information that it provided that will allow me to be a better Coach. It was easy to read, very digestible, relatable and thought provoking. I loved how Brett explained all of the Archetypes and gave real life examples on how to deal with them. Definitely had me pausing to think about myself and how I want to Coach my clients. The 3 R's are crucial, being authentic and caring about your clients.
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I really enjoyed this book and all of the information that it provided that will allow me to be a better Coach. It was easy to read, very digestible, relatable and thought provoking. I loved how Brett explained all of the Archetypes and gave real life examples on how to deal with them. Definitely had me pausing to think about myself and how I want to Coach my clients. The 3 R's are crucial, being authentic and caring about your clients.
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Logan Pasker
5.0 out of 5 stars Conscious Coaching: A Must Read for All Strength Coaches
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2018
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If you are a strength and conditioning coach, you should buy this book. The information Brett Bartholomew provides is an insightful look into the wide variety of athlete personalities and mindsets. From the beginning, Brett provides applicable information to help you start becoming a better coach today.
Athlete Archetypes
Brett’s book helps you find yourself by giving a 3-step self-discovery process, so you can better help your athletes. Once you know what drives you, understanding that your athletes have their own drives will guide your future interactions with them. By far the most helpful section of the book is where the different athlete archetypes are introduced. Understanding that not all athletes are the same will open your eyes to new ways of communicating with them. A style of communication that works for “the Soldier” might not get the best results from “the Wolverine.”
Building Trust
After the athlete archetypes, Brett explains some common mistakes coaches make and ways to improve trust with your athletes. Many of these mistakes are common issues seen in weight rooms all over the country. He offers simple corrections and food for thought when these mistakes pop up. Through his “Trust Tenets,” you can start creating buy-in right away. Without this trust, athletes will just see you as another authority figure trying to control their lives. You must become what a coach is meant to be: a mentor to build them up and guide them down the right path.
Refer to This Book Often
Read and highlight sections of this book. Look back on the “Trust Tenets” often. Always be looking to apply aspects of this book whenever possible. If you find yourself becoming complacent, look back to the section on common mistakes and double check that you are not falling into any of those traps.
From finding your inner drive, to how to interact with different athletes, this book will guide you in building better relations with not only your athletes but also with other people in your life. Treat athletes as people with complex personalities and their own unique feelings. This book will help bring out the “Conscious Coach” in you.
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David F
5.0 out of 5 stars Very practical information. Great read!!!
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2017
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This is an honest appraisal. I have no ties to the author. I met Brett at a gym in north Phoenix where I was a personal trainer. Brett was a strength & conditioning coach at EXOS at the time and was working out at my gym. We struck up a conversation and I could tell immediately that he was very knowledgeable and a genuinely good guy. The next time I saw him I was working out and he came up and talked to me. I told him about my struggle with shoulder injuries and how my workouts suffered because of them. He took time away from his workout to show me a couple of exercises that would help me. I really appreciated the fact that he was willing to give up some of his valuable time to help someone he didn't even really know. I think I saw Brett one more time after that and didn't see him again. That was about a year-and-a-half ago.
I am now the manager of a sports performance/corrective exercise facility and one of my strength & conditioning coaches excitedly told me recently about a guy he has been following for a while who was putting out a new book. When I found out who it was my interest was piqued. I checked out his facebook page, liked what he had to say, and proceeded to purchase "Conscious Coaching." The sports performance (and even personal training) industry is in desperate need of a book like this! The psychosocial side of coaching athletes deserves a lot of attention because it plays an integral part in the success of any strength & conditioning program. Getting your clients and athletes to "buy in" to what you are trying to do and how you are going to go about doing it is absolutely necessary if you want to get the most out of them ! Brett does a great job of using scientific research and practical experience to explain what works and what doesn't when it comes to tackling interpersonal problems and keeping a variety of personality types motivated. He also opens up and shares a life-changing personal experience that helped shape the person he is today. The only bad thing I can say about the book is that (in the kindle version at least) there are too many typos. However, this didn't distract me from the important, practical content of this excellent book. Thanks Brett for a great read!!!
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eric
4.0 out of 5 stars Great book for anyone that does coaching or teaching as their career!
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2019
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As a Fitness Coach myself, this book was right up my ally. It seems all too often in the "Personal Trainer" world there is usually a big difference as to 1. How much someone knows and 2. How well they can communicate it.

While the book wasn't intended to teach you all the latest and greatest fitness training tips and tricks, it does a fine job of explaining how to work with the different clients that you will encounter on a day to day basis. Not only does it lay out the types of people you will encounter, it has great suggestions as to how to deal with them on their level. In my opinion, relating with the clients first is most important step to being a good coach. This book will help you on your way to becoming just that.

Also, Brett can be found on some random fitness podcasts and I would recommend you listen to him if you are considering this book. I always come away with something new!

If you are new to the Fitness industry, or a seasoned vet, this book is WELL WORTH the purchase price and in all honesty, will offer more info than any high price fitness certification you can acquire.
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Allan
5.0 out of 5 stars Every Coach should read it!
Reviewed in Brazil on April 7, 2020
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Was the best choice I could ever do to make this lecture in this time of quarantine(lockdown). Extremely useful to reflect about everything I did and conquered in my career and the directions from now on.
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Thomas Haworth
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for coaches!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 28, 2020
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Conscious Coaching, is a must read for coaches regardless of the space they operate in. The book is full of actionable advice from someone that has been through the process and learned from the mistakes of not engaging with athletes to develop buy-in, on a genuine level. Brett's passion for elevating coaching practice is evident in the detail provided and the through the network of professionals that have contributed their experiences to the archetypes section of the book.

On a personal level, the content help me to reflect on my coaching practice and identify areas were i haven't created buy-in, and develop a plan to improve these area based on the topics covered in Conscious Coaching and via the further reading.

If you are a young or experienced coach this is well worth a read, if you mentor coaches I would recommend getting those you mentor to invest in this book, it's led to a heap of reflective conversations. Brett also has a tonne of additional free resources, that expand on the subject covered in the book. Enjoy
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Enrique Lenzano
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent contribution to my Coaching work
Reviewed in Spain on September 3, 2020
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The way Brett put things along the way is just excellent, it goes direct to the point. The referencing and book recommendations are right on point, you can notice he did a great research work and linked the data perfectly. I recommend this book not only for any kind of Coach but also to everyone. Thank you.
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Joel K Jackson
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding
Reviewed in Canada on January 28, 2018
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There were so many parts of this book that hit home with me it was hard to keep track of them all. I had followed Brett on social media for a couple of years prior to the release of this book so it was great to get a very detailed account of how he started in the strength and conditioning industry and the struggles he faced as a young man. All things that I didn't realise before and were very inspirational to say the least. The portion of the book that covered to archetypes was what really sparked my interest in reading it after hearing Brett talk about them on a couple of podcasts that I subscribe to. As I am sure many of the coaches that have read this book experienced, I found myself linking many of the athletes I have worked with or currently work with to the different archetypes. Instead of wishing I had more Soldiers and Leaders in my training groups, I have a great resource as to how I can get the most out of my Mouthpieces and Royals. I also got a lot out of the section discussing the "13 Coaching Mistakes to Avoid," a few of them that I am definitely guilty of committing so far in my young career. Brett also places a lot of emphasis on how to strike a balance between being a great coach, but also a great husband/father/friend to the many other important people in your life. One section that I highlighted towards the end of the book I felt summed up Brett's stance on this quite well:

"What turn did I miss where everything has to be so black and white? What's wrong with coaches in the team setting that would rather ditch the antiqued 'first in, last out' mantra for one of 'work smart, get out' so that they can get their job done effectively and spend even just a fraction of the time with their own children that they do everyone else's?"

This was an outstanding read and I know I will continually go back to it as a coaching, teaching and mentoring resource. I also feel that any type of coach would learn something from this book, not just those in the strength and conditioning industry. It really opens your eyes on how truly important communication with your athletes is.
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Jacopo Terenzi
5.0 out of 5 stars miglior libro sull'arte dell'allenare / best book about the art of coaching
Reviewed in Italy on January 21, 2019
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se sei un allenatore di un qualsiasi sport o un preparatore atletico o un personal trainer questo libro ti cambierà il modo di approcciarti con le persone con ciu lavori. è scritto in un inglese molto facile e si legge molto facilmente. stra-consigliato per chiunque abbia a che fare con il pubblico. da avere assolutamente nella propria collezione di libri.

If you train people or work with people in general, this is a must have. Brett changed the game with this book giving us a method on how to interact with others. coaching is an art, and everyone should be aware that must be developt eveyr day, and building true relationships and buy-in with our athletes is the most important thing.
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