Empowering Teams: The Role of Culture and Leadership with Adele Spurgin

Spirit of an Athlete Podcast

In this episode of 'Spirit of an Athlete', host Amanda Smith discusses team culture and its impact on high performance with guest Adele Spurgin, a facilitator known for her expertise in enhancing team dynamics. They explore the definition of culture as the behaviors a team allows and how this influences both performance and overall team atmosphere. Adele, with her vast experience including being a junior national softball player, and multiple certifications in fields like Qigong, hypnotherapy, and neurolinguistic programming, offers insights into how culture originates from organizational leadership and trickles down to influence coaches and players. The conversation emphasizes the importance of establishing a positive culture through shared values and behaviors, and discusses practical strategies for coaches and athletes to foster a supportive and effective team environment. Additionally, they touch on the mental and behavioral aspects that contribute to a strong team culture and the potential benefits of adopting such frameworks for improved team dynamics and performance.
Here's where to find Adele Spurgin:
Email: [e-mail]
Website and Freebies!: https://team-eq.com and https://stan.store/mamma_spurge/p/trial-month
Referenced Books:
The 5 Levels of Leadership: Proven Steps to Maximize Your Potential by John C. Maxwell
Legacy: What The All Blacks Can Teach Us About The Business Of Life by James Kerr
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Chapters

1. Empowering Teams: The Role of Culture and Leadership with Adele Spurgin (00:00:00)

2. Diving Deep into Team Culture with Adele Spurgin (00:00:18)

3. Defining Team Culture and Its Impact (00:01:59)

4. The Role of Leadership in Shaping Culture (00:04:04)

5. Applying Team Culture Across Different Levels of Play (00:07:27)

6. The Evolution of Leadership and Team Dynamics (00:08:07)

7. Addressing the Mental Game in Sports (00:11:41)

8. The Challenge of Building Relationships and Communication (00:14:00)

9. Empowering Teams and Individuals for a Positive Culture (00:16:08)

10. Practical Steps Towards Changing Team Culture (00:18:18)

11. Navigating Toxicity and Building Relationships (00:19:42)

12. Establishing Team Culture: The Coach's Blueprint (00:24:19)

13. Navigating New Teams and Technology's Impact (00:24:58)

14. Mid-Season Culture Check: Strategies for Coaches and the Power of Continuous Colture Check-Ins (00:27:02)

15. The Vortex of Culture: Understanding the Layers (00:31:04)

16. The Dynamics Over Mechanics: A New Coaching Paradigm (00:34:32)

17. Closing Thoughts: The Future of Coaching and Culture (00:41:18)