Barry Davis on Emotional Intelligence, Team Culture, and the Leadership Side of Coaching

In this conversation, Coach Barry Davis shares his extensive experience in coaching, discussing the evolution of his career, the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership, and the nuances of recruiting talent. He emphasizes the significance of character over mere athletic ability and offers insights into his book, 'Old Dog, New Tricks,' which explores the journey of a coach learning to manage emotions and build effective teams.

Takeaways

• Coaching is a leadership position focused on developing people.
• Character is more important than talent in recruiting.
• Emotional intelligence is crucial for effective coaching.
• Building a team requires understanding individual motivations.
• Reflection on daily practices can lead to improvement.
• Mentorship and guidance are key in coaching roles.
• Creating a safe environment fosters team cohesion.
• Asking for input empowers team members.
• Leadership shapes the culture of an organization.
• Success takes time and consistent effort.

Today's guest, Barry Davis, can be found online at:

Website: https://drbarrydavis.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbarrydavis42/

Your host, Scott Turman, can be found online at:

BrightRay Publishing: ⁠https://brightray.com/⁠⁠⁠

Entrepreneur Website: ⁠https://scottturman.com/⁠⁠⁠

LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottturman/⁠

Keywords

coaching, emotional intelligence, recruiting, leadership, baseball, mentorship, team building, character development, sports, personal growth