Unlocking the Better Coach Within: Insights from Nate Baker
Hello again, Demosphere Community!
I’m Nate Baker, Founder of The Developer’s Way, where we help unlock the better coach within you.
In this edition, I’m sharing impactful insights, practical strategies, and thoughtful reflections—designed to elevate your coaching, develop your players, and deepen your impact across every level of youth sports.
🔍 3 Articles Worth Reading
1. The Developer Skill Stack: 5 Skills That Comprise 95% of Coaching
You don’t need a dozen certifications to be a great coach. But you do need to master the fundamentals that actually move the needle. This article breaks down the five essential coaching skills that make up 95% of what truly matters in youth sports. 👉 Read more
2. Your Parent Playbook: 5 Ways Coaches Teach Support on Game Day
What happens on the sidelines matters just as much as what happens on the field. Great coaches don’t just guide players—they guide parents, too. These five strategies help you turn parents into allies who support development, not just outcomes. 👉 Read more
3. How to Coach Youth Soccer Without Losing Your Mind (or Joy)
If you’ve ever questioned why you’re still coaching, you’re not alone. This article explores the emotional weight of youth sports—and how to build the clarity, awareness, and endurance needed to stay on your path. 👉 Read more
💬 2 Powerful LinkedIn Reflections
The Real Purpose of Coaching Education
In 2014, I was told on my A-License: “You can’t do that.” This post is about what happened next—and how it reshaped how I think about developing coaches. 👉 Continue reading on LinkedIn
That Next Great Practice Plan is Already Inside You
A yellow legal pad, a pen, and a vision. That’s all he ever needed to create the “perfect practice.” 👉 Read the full reflection
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