Swim Talk A2B - Episode 60: Jeff Raker, Level Up Leadership

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Swim Talk A2B with Dana Abbott and Bob Button

Dana Abbott and Bob Button

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Contemporary topics and issues on competitive swimming are discussed by two experienced USA swim coaches and authors, with special guests most episodes, ranging from high school and college/club coaches to world-record holders and Olympians from various countries. Email us at: swimtalk@outlook.com

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Swim Talk A2B - Episode 60: Jeff Raker, Level Up Leadership

Swim Talk A2B with Dana Abbott and Bob Button

49 minutes 2 seconds

1 year ago

Swim Talk A2B - Episode 60: Jeff Raker, Level Up Leadership

From listennotes.com:

Jeff is a swim official, former FINA starter and pastor. He has worked with big business brands including Toyota, TBS Brands and Mohawk Industries. He’s also worked with University sports from Auburn, NC State, Denison and Queens, as well as club programs like the Mason Manta Rays, TAC Titans, and NOVA.

Email us at: swimtalk.a2b@gmail.com

Contact Jeff Raker:

https://www.levelupleadershipcoach.com/contact-us/

Level Up Leadership on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@JARaker5

Timeline for this episode:

00:01 – Disclaimer

01:22 – Water Safety PSA

02:30 – Introducing Jeff Raker

04:00 – Jeff’s road to Doha ‘24

06:46 – Level Up Leadership

08:50 – Question for Today

10:40 – Leaders who listen & learn

12:33 – Now That’s a Great Question

14:35 – L.I.S.T.E.N.

17:44 – Questioning strategies

21:05 – Strengths & weaknesses

22:50 – Fragile athletes

24:49 – Fears: Natural & Learned

28:31 – Compass vs. Calendar

31:35 – Rest, recovery, & reflection

34:38 – Self-care

38:11 – Coaches’ Academies

42:47 – Warming up with Doc

43:33 – Reaching out to Jeff

47:20 – Wrapping it up