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The Sport Psych Show
#280 Michael Caulfield - Building Trust with Athletes and Coaches
Apr 29, 2024
01:21:37
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Sport psychologist Michael Caulfield discusses the champion jockey's mindset, authentic communication, and building trust in professional sports. He emphasizes the value of personal interactions, simplicity, and canine connections in developing strong relationships with athletes and coaches.
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- Building trust through genuine connections is crucial in sport psychology consultations.
- Timing, simplicity, and empathy are key in establishing impactful relationships with athletes and coaches.
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The Journey to Sport Psychology
Michael Koolfield's unconventional path to becoming a sports psychologist started in the horse racing world after a chance encounter with a champion jockey named AP McCoy. Despite not having formal training, McCoy recognized Koolfield's understanding of the extreme dedication and challenges in horse racing, leading him to suggest a career change. This pivotal conversation inspired Koolfield to pursue sport psychology training, eventually establishing a successful 18-year career helping athletes worldwide.
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