Watch as Darryl Nance discusses the U Leadership Cohort which he began developing 3 years ago. Knowing how hard it is to teach leadership in a four-hour time frame, Darryl wanted to dive deeper into […]
EP 10: AD Insider Roundtable #2: Fall Season Forecasts
Watch the video above (or simply listen to the podcast audio) – Seven Athletic Directors from across the country discuss their Fall forecasts, answer questions from over 700 live attendees, and talk about how they […]
THSADA Spring Roundtable
In this AD Insider Roundtable, Dr. Susan Elza from the UIL joins THSADA Board Members from across the state of Texas to discuss key issues arising with the cancellation of Spring sports, how different parts […]
Levels of Commitment with Jeff Janssen – Janssen Sports Leadership Center
Is your program comprised of people who see the work they put in as an investment or a sacrifice? Watch as Jeff Janssen discusses seven levels of commitment that exist within every program and how […]
EP 9: Leading Through the Fog with Eric Boles – The Game Changers, Inc.
In this episode of the AD Insider Podcast, we take listeners inside a conversation with the Founder and President of The Game Changers, Inc., Eric Boles. Eric is a former NFL Player and now Executive […]
Inspect What You Expect with Lanness Robinson – Hillsborough County Public Schools (FL)
Lanness Robinson oversees an athletic program with 25,000 athletes, 2000 coaches and 27 athletic directors. He explains his process of training and communicating with his ADs through monthly meetings and weekly meetings for new ADs. […]
Advice for Young ADs with T.D. O’Hara – Norman Public Schools (OK)
In giving advice, T.D. O’Hara explains that not everyone is going to like or appreciate you. Make sure you understand the value of your family as that is the most important thing in your life. […]
Not All Types of Stress Are Bad with Will Hostrawser – LaVille Senior HS (IN)
Will Hostrawser discusses stress and explains that not all stress is bad. Eustress is good stress and provides incentive and motivation you need to get the job done. When this stress becomes a burden and […]
EP 8: Pandemic Survey Results & Live AD Roundtable
Watch the video above (or simply listen to the podcast audio) – Six Athletic Directors from across the country discuss the AD Insider Nat’l HS Athletic Director Survey Results. The panel answers questions regarding how […]
School Board Communications with Shawn Pratt (McKinney ISD – TX)
Is the school board up to date on the status of the athletic department? Watch as Shawn Pratt explains how he communicates with his board about the positive aspects of his program emphasizing athletes’ GPA, […]
Opportunity and Gender with Debbie Decker – Katy ISD
Debbie Decker explains that if a coach wants to move up to an Athletic Administrative position, gender is not a factor. What does matter is gaining as much experience as possible so that an individual […]
Preparing for CMAA Oral Exam with Tol Gropp – IHSAA
Tol Gropp discusses the procedures involved with working towards your oral CMAA presentation. He explains what is expected from you and the similarities and differences when compared to a written presentation. Expectations include an understanding […]
Investigations: Non-Legal Issues with Jason Parker, J.D. – Muskogee Public Schools (OK)
How often do you assess and audit your athletic programs? Watch as Jason Parker discusses using non-legal issues as a way to evaluate and improve your investigation process.
EP 7: What Now?! How the Coronavirus is Changing Interscholastic Sports Across the Country
In this episode of the AD Insider Podcast we reached out to four Athletic Directors across the country to ask what they have learned over the last few weeks, in terms of Emergency Action Plans, […]
Levels of Commitment with Jeff Janssen – Janssen Sports Leadership Center
Is your program comprised of people who see the work they put in as an investment or a sacrifice? Watch as Jeff Janssen discusses seven levels of commitment that exist within every program and how […]
Advice for New Athletic Directors: Take Care of Yourself with Adam and Kathy Bates
Adam and Kathy Bates discuss the importance of Athletic Directors taking care of themselves which allows them to be effective in their work environment. They recommend the following: exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, have […]
Advice on Approaching Building Projects with Paula Gonzalez – McAllen ISD
Paula Gonzalez explains that McAllen ISD and the city have a partnership on upgrades and renovations. This works well for the athletes and the community as both can share the facilities. Getting feedback from your […]
Taking 790 and Becoming a State Instructor with Mark Hunter – Executive Director, UIAAA
Mark Hunter explains the importance of taking course 790, becoming a state instructor and eventually a national instructor. As an instructor of 790 you must maintain the integrity of the Leadership Training Institute and the […]
The Ethics and Integrity Imperative
By: Dr. David Hoch, CMAA As an athletic administrator, you have countless tasks and responsibilities associated with the position. Every day is unique and you are extremely busy. It takes good time management skills, effort, […]
EP 6: Special Edition – Coronavirus Inside High School Athletics
Is the COVID-19 pandemic being handled efficiently by your Athletic Department? How have your student-athletes been affected and what steps are being taken to protect your program? Join us today as we speak with Mike […]
EP 5: Raise Your Game! How to Elevate Your Performance as a Leader with Alan Stein Jr.
Are you being selfish when you think you’re being selfless? Are there gaps in your personal or your organization’s performance? Do you struggle with confronting coworkers when their performance is not up to par? This episode of […]
Social Media Recommendations with Tony Dillingham – Bentonville West High School (AR)
Tony Dillingham discusses the importance social media can have on both athletes and coaches. His policy is to educate athletes that what they place on social media is being seen by parents, the public, and […]
Positive Presentations with Doug Killgore – Central Arkansas Christian Schools [NIAAA]
Doug Killgore discusses the importance of knowing yourself, knowing your tools, and most importantly knowing your audience when giving a professional presentation.
Culture: Self-Preservation with Kevin DeShazo
What are you trying to prove? And why? Watch as Kevin DeShazo discusses the negative effects of self-preservation and shares the questions you can use to avoid falling down a slippery slope to unnecessary stress […]
The Benefits of an Effective Investigation When Allegations Occur with Jason Parker, J.D. – Muskogee Public Schools (OK)
Jason Parker, J.D. discusses the benefits of conducting and effective investigations when allegations occur. Whatever the size of your investigation, make the experience a positive instead of a negative. The positives include finding out the […]
EP 4: Turning a Toxic Culture Into a Terrific Culture with Joe Kimling – Washington High School (OH)
This episode of the ADInsider podcast brings us to Columbus, Ohio inside the OIAAA State Conference, where we had the chance to chat with Madeira City Schools’ Athletic Director Joe Kimling. Joe shares his experience […]
Understanding and Dealing with Challenging Personalities with Scott Dorsett – The Webb School (TN) [NIAAA]
Scott Dorsett discusses understanding and dealing with challenging personalities. Challenging personalities can be disgruntled parents and coaches, and general workplace conflicts. A good strategy is to always remain calm and try to get some perspective […]