It's something all coaches dread dealing with, and unfortunately most have experienced it throughout their careers: navigating the parent-coach relationship with frustrating and difficult sports parents. It can sap your energy and attention away from what matters most, coaching and fostering a healthy team dynamic.
So then how do you effectively work with today's sports parents when they seem to be working against the team culture you are trying to create?
Parents become obstacles not because they want to be a problem but because there is a lack of collaboration to support the athlete and the team. As a coach, you can be part of the solution.
In 'The Sports Parent Solution', J.P. Nerbun, one of the world's leading experts on team culture in sports, offers a comprehensive blueprint for turning your most challenging sports parents into your greatest allies. Leveraging ideas from leaders in education, the military, and sports, and sharing dozens of real stories from youth to collegiate-level coaches, Nerbun shares practical strategies for creating open lines of communication, building a connection to the team, and engaging in hard conversations.
In this book you'll discover how to:
- Overcome the Common Obstacles and Fear of Sports Parents - Gain insights into the root causes of parental fear and apprehension, and discover techniques to alleviate anxieties and establish productive relationships.
- Foster a Collaborative Partnership - Implement methods to involve parents in decision-making processes and team activities, fostering a sense of ownership and investment in the team's success.
- Get Parent Support for Your Goal and Vision for the Team - Establish channels for regular communication and feedback to keep parents informed and engaged.
- Enforce Boundaries for the Wellbeing of You and the Team - Prioritize the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of the athletes and for yourself, setting boundaries to prevent burnout and promote sustainable success.
The Sports Parents Solution gives you the strategies and methods you need to transform the parent culture in your team, allowing you to better support each athlete's growth, improve your team's performance and create an extraordinary experience for all involved.
Pick Up Your Own Copy Today To Start Seamlessly Collaborating With Parents!