Hi, I'm Betsy, "The Coaches' Coach" & Communication Specialist
I help people shorten the distance between INTENTION and IMPACT, one conversation at a time.
Individuals, programs, and organizations invite me to partner with them to utilize the transformative power of communication to build high-performing teams.
Let's talk about it! 💬
INTRODUCING MY BOOK
“Kids These Days: Effective Strategies for Coaching Gen Z and Beyond”
Practical, actionable tools to better communicate, connect with, and coach today's athletes — without lowering your standards or expectations.
Available as a paperback, ebook, or as an audiobook
"This is the new standard – practical tools and actionable insights from one of the most trusted voices in coach communication." – Margueritte Bates, Head Coach, UT Women's Soccer, (formerly at UCLA and a 2022 National Champion)
Order Your Copy Here!
COURSES FOR COACHES
Three digital courses to improve communication, connection, and culture
Winning With Words: Championship Communication
Relating to Today's Student-Athlete: Effectively Coaching Gen Z
Gen Z - Updates From The Field: Coaching Gen Z In An Optimal Sport Experience
WORK WITH ME
Multiple ways we can work together
Department or Program Retainers
Ongoing support tailored to your needs, in alignment with your goals, and responsive to real-time scenarios.
Executive Coaching
A Personal Development Plan to support your personal or professional growth. We'll work towards specific outcomes together while you acquire the tools to continue independently.
Program 360
Confidential interviews with each team member to surface what's working well, what needs some attention, and options for doing what's needed to refine and elevate.
Day & 1/2 Day Rates
Book my time as best suits you with a combination of in-person workshops, small-group sessions, 1:1 meetings, & observations of practice or training sessions with supportive feedback.
Virtual Workshops
Select from popular topics like accountability, navigating difficult conversations, coaching Gen Z, leadership communication, delivering feedback, or design a custom session.
Small Group Sessions
If you're looking to develop your leaders, coaches, captains, or senior administrators let's talk about the topics and cadence that feels most supportive.
NEED A SPEAKER?
Turn "kids these days" into your competitive advantage
On my Speaker page, you can preview my presentation style and get a mini-intro to what makes Gen Z so different. Recent engagements include keynotes, leadership retreats, staff and administration development, and custom sessions.
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SIGNATURE TOPICS
Championship Communication
Quality Conversations: 10 Ways to Connect
The Language of Motivation
Relating to Today's Student-Athlete
Leadership Communication
KIND WORDS FROM EXCEPTIONAL CLIENTS
Trusted at every level from youth sport to the pros
FREE GUIDE FOR COACHES
20 QUESTIONS FOR CONNECTION
The best coaches aren't the ones with all the answers. They're the ones asking better questions.
What you'll get
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20 ready-to-ask questions, grouped into four themes: the person behind the player, failure and growth, support and communication, and the team's shared vision.
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"Coach, you too" prompts — cues to share a quick reflection of your own first, so you model the vulnerability without making the conversation about you.
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One clean page you can print, screenshot, or keep open on your phone. Pick a few, not all. No prep required.
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Built for every level — middle school through Olympic and pro. If you lead people, these work.
FREE DOWNLOAD! Connecting With Your Team
20 Questions to build connection
The words we choose shape the culture we create. These aren't icebreakers — they're designed to build trust, surface what's really going on, and remind your people that you're paying attention.
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