EP 217 | Beyond the Court: How Grand Rapids Rise Coaches Build Confidence, Trust, and a Winning Culture - The Confident Podcast
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EP 217 | Beyond the Court: How Grand Rapids Rise Coaches Build Confidence, Trust, and a Winning Culture

Confidence doesn’t show up on command...it is the training that goes on behind the scenes through preparation, risk, and relentless attention to detail.  In this episode, I sit down with Cathy George,...

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EP 217 | Beyond the Court: How Grand Rapids Rise Coaches Build Confidence, Trust, and a Winning Culture

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Confidence doesn’t show up on command...it is the training that goes on behind the scenes through preparation, risk, and relentless attention to detail. 

In this episode, I sit down with Cathy George, head coach and Mike Gawlik, associate head coach of the Grand Rapids Rise, a women's professional indoor volleyball team to unpack how pros build confidence, why team energy can swing matches, and what it takes to grow a startup franchise into a contender. 

We explore mental versus physical demands at the elite level, what separates consistent pros from talented prospects, and the staff chemistry that matters. 

If you lead teams, on the court or in the office, you’ll walk away with practical mantras, smarter practice ideas, and a renewed respect for the small actions that compound into big wins.

Chapters

  • : Mike’s Path From Volunteer To Head Coach
  • : Earning Roles and Initiative Over Titles
  • : How Coaches Build Real Confidence
  • : Preparation, Practice and Risk
  • : Team Energy, Culture and Film
  • : Professional Growth and Staff Chemistry
  • : Mentors and Support
  • : Quick Hits: Confidence, The Game, And Growth



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Show Notes

  • •7:03: Mike’s Path From Volunteer To Head Coach
  • •: Earning Roles and Initiative Over Titles
  • •13:39: How Coaches Build Real Confidence
  • •: Preparation, Practice and Risk
  • •21:20: Team Energy, Culture and Film
  • •: Professional Growth and Staff Chemistry
  • •27:05: Mentors and Support
  • •: Quick Hits: Confidence, The Game, And Growth

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