There are few people who are around coaches as much as Cody Royle. With his experience as the Coach of Head Coaches, Royle provides tremendous insight into the importance of coaches not possessing ego, who are willing to be coached themselves.

A key message that Royle provided to all attendees of TCS Live 2024 is that coaches are the greatest source of competitive advantage for a team. Oftentimes this is not possible for coaches because of the immense stress they are under. Royle introduced a survey that was conducted that revealed that many coaches struggle with their mental health, but aren’t able to talk about it because they know they might not be able to get another job. Coaches often experience signs that show they are mentally exhausted every day which impacts their ability to coach. The worst part about this is that players are able to recognize their coach’s fatigue and then perceive their coaches as less effective and competent. Ultimately, a coach's entire focus and devotion to their team can often lead them to being the one to hurt the team. Royle urges the need for a system that doesn’t see 35-year-old coaches burned out and leaving their respective sports.

Due to these trends, Royle has developed a system that supports coaches and helps them in situations in which they are experiencing negative mental health symptoms or early burn out. What separates those who are at the top of their industry is their ability and willingness to be coached and see themselves as performers. To get further ahead, Royle suggests the need to believe in coaching, even as a coach. Taking the time to grow as an individual and as a performer doesn’t just positively impact you as a coach, but your team as a whole. Having a coach who displays positive mental health and energy is extremely vital to team success, individual development and overall buy-in. Royle’s continued dedication to serving as a coach for coaches is enhancing the world of sports all over the world. 

You can make drastic improvements to your team instantly. Today. Eating properly, getting adequate rest, and taking time away from the rink to live your life will make you a better coach. Your players' experience is impacted by how you show up. So show up as the best version of yourself!

Noteworthy Timestamps:

• 0:30 Coaches are a players greatest advantage
• 2:05 High performance knowledge work
• 4:45 Primary coaching skills
• 7:50 Coach mental health concerns
• 10:40 You’re not fooling anyone
• 13:10 Coaching as a performance
• 17:10 Coaching by the numbers
• 18:40 Top leaders have coaches
• 21:25 Knowledge workers when coached
• 22:45 Coaching head coaches tips
• 29:45 Helping team performance