‘ ‘How on earth do I get these kids to focus?’ – said every junior coach at some point. We want the kids to concentrate on the game whilst all they want to do is talk about school, parties, Facebook, friends, their new phone, anything but the game at hand. It can drive you mad, … More How to focus your team and avoid going mad
In 2009 I had the privilege of walking the Kokoda Track with a group of mates. Walking across the 96km long mountain range you can’t help but note the contrast between the modern day beauty and the horrors that our soldiers endured 70 years ago. It leaves an impression that will last forever. Along with … More Change your life… by seeing it.
‘Your skills are improving, so in this game make sure you do a ‘step over’ to get around your opponent’. This is a phrase many of us have said to our soccer kids over the years. I know I have said it to all three of my girls. Whilst my intention was to give them … More Are you pumping your kids up, or fuelling their doubts?
The modern trend in sports is to focus on ‘participation’ rather than ‘competition’. Whilst this is well intentioned, it may be doing harm to our kids, especially our young girls. Participating in sport can teach you plenty of life lessons like discipline, teamwork, sportsmanship, health and resilience. However without the ‘competitive’ element, girls in particular … More Why girls need to compete.
Your child may or may not turn out to be a sporting champion, but there’s nothing stopping you from being a champion parent. Here are 10 tips to help you be a Best and Fairest Sports Parent. Note the small things they do on the field or court such as a knock on, a shepherd … More Be a Best and Fairest parent
Of all the pieces of leadership advice I received, there is one 6 word phrase that had the biggest impact – ‘you get what you settle for’. Quite simply, if you settle for less in your personal life, career, education or sports; then don’t complain about getting less. It may sound harsh, but after reading all … More My best advice in 6 words
So how much sleep do you need? Experts now tell us we need an average of 7 hours a night and that it should take us between 7-10 minutes to fall asleep. Do you comply? If you don’t, I would love you to try something. It is called the 7/11 technique and involves breathing in for … More Fatigued or Anxious? You may need a good sleep.
Australia is a nation built on the back of hard work and sweat. This attitude built our magnificent country into what it is today. But unfortunately, for us to continue to prosper, this attitude has to change. In order to stay relevant and compete internationally, we must redefine what ‘work’ means. No longer can … More George Costanza was onto something
There’s one Christmas tradition that I insist on in my house. It’s for us all to sit together and watch Chevy Chase in Christmas Vacation. I particularly love the part where big-hearted Cousin Eddie kidnaps Clarks boss after he secretly cancelled Christmas bonuses. Who hasn’t felt like doing that to their boss at one point? … More Be a great Xmas Boss – 8 tips
We all want to give our kids the best things life has to offer. Unfortunately most of these things are bloody expensive. Fortunately though, one of the best things you can give your child, a healthy sense of self-confidence, is absolutely free Here’s 5 ways you can help build your kids confidence: Praise appropriately – … More 5 ways to boost your kids confidence.
Nathan Burke Consulting 