The Robbie Bourke Podcast

Episode 264: Paul Kilgannon - The CRAVER Coaching Framework

Dec 29, 2022

In this episode, Paul Kilgannon, Coach and Athlete Mentor, discusses his 'CARVER Coaching Framework' and the positive holistic approach to coaching. Topics include journaling, structuring coaching development in Ireland, and learning from influential individuals. They also explore the power of support and encouragement, the influence of environment on behavior, and the expansion of the coaching framework.

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Quick takeaways

The Carver Coaching Framework provides a valuable tool for guiding coaching practices and emphasizing the importance of developing self-awareness.

Journaling is a beneficial reflective practice that can enhance self-awareness and aid in the coaching journey.

There is a need to champion coaching and establish a shared appreciation for coaching across schools and sports clubs, bridging the gap between coaching theory and practice.

Deep dives

The Value of Coaching and the Carver Coaching Framework

The power and importance of coaching is highlighted in this podcast episode. The speaker emphasizes the need to champion coaches and establish a shared appreciation for coaching across schools and sports clubs. The Carver Coaching Framework is discussed as a tool to guide coaching practices. The importance of developing self-awareness in both coaches and athletes is emphasized, and the benefits of journaling as a reflective practice are explored. The speaker also discusses the significance of values, visions, and endorsing positive behaviors in coaching. The next steps for the speaker include expanding the reach of their work, digitizing resources, and supporting the growth and development of coaches.

Introduction

2min

The Journey into Coaching and Human Performance

6min

Understanding the Influence of Environment on Behavior

2min

The Power of Support and Encouragement in Achieving Success

4min

The Carver Coaching Method

22min

The Importance of Journaling in Personal and Athletic Development

6min

Expanding the Coaching Framework and Staying True to Values

3min

Championing Coaches in Ireland

18min

This episode's guest is Paul Kilgannon.

Paul Kilgannon is a Coach and Athlete Mentor, Author and Creator of The "CARVER Coaching Framework" which is used internationally across a number of sports and industries. He helps people build their ‘Coaching World’ and consults with Sporting Organisations and Clubs, as well as Corporate Entities in the area of creating Learning and Performance Environments. He has a particular interest in Youth Sports Coaching and has spent his adult life coaching across all ages.

Paul believes strongly in a positive, holistic approach to coaching in sport- developing both ‘the person’ and ‘the athlete. He believes lessons learned in sport can and must positively contribute to all areas of life. Paul espouses Coach Development as the single most important agent for change in sport and all performance domains. Through his "CARVER Framework", he provides a consultancy service and a variety of Coaching Workshops to coaches, athletes, teams, clubs and organisations across numerous sports and beyond.

On this episode Paul and I discuss:

Paul's background and work
Human behaviour
Paul's biggest Influences
The genesis of Paul's "CRAVER Coaching Framework"
At what age can the "CRAVER Coaching Framework" be introduced?
We discuss the benefits of journaling
What's next for Paul and CRAVER Coaching?
How would Paul re-structure coaching development in Ireland?
How does Paul Learn?
If Paul could spend a week learning from 5 people, dead or alive, who would he choose and why?
Where can people find out more about Paul and his work?