Parents! CHAOS alert! Ever feel like you're drowning in the chaotic shuffling of schedules, calendars, practices, carpools, uniforms, and GPS instructions?! Well, you probably are! Let's throw you a rescue donut (and maybe a chocolate one, too) and help you create some clarity and control. Want to know how you can turn your family scheduling chaos into "organization on the go?" OK, we've got something for you that you'll wish you had yesterday!

In this week's episode, Zoya Lehrer, co-founder of Orgo--the shared calendar app for crazy busy sports parents--shares the origin story of this amazing app. While on her journey as a supermom managing the messiness of scheduling and organization with three very athletic and active daughters, she and her hubby, and her girls were NOT feeling the joy. They were feeling the pain! The Lehrer family eventually reached a point where the chaos--and we're talking CHAOS in all caps--was as Zoya puts it: untenable!! So she decided to leave the fin-tech corporate world and is now on a mission to help parents just like her, and YOU, to calm the chaos.

Tune in to hear Zoya discuss the fascinating and essential concept of "time literacy," and why we as moms and dads (along with our kids) MUST understand it!

This is a must listen for your crazy busy parents smack dab in the middle of those precious, youth sports and teenage years!!

The Timestamps!

00:00 The Chaos of Family Sports Scheduling

09:28 Understanding Time Literacy

19:14 The Emotional Toll of Parenting Kids in Sports

28:39 Building a Support Team at ORGO

37:55 Navigating the Balance of Activities & Choices

37:06 Family Values and Measuring Success

39:45 The ORGO Approach to Family Organization

47:12 Finding Calm in the Chaos of Parenting Your Young Athletes & Performers

49:39 Getting Started with ORGO--Let's Keep it Simple for You

Hey there Most Valuable Parents!

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-Nate & Steve

Hey there high achieving moms and dads! Are you ready to fill your parenting and coaching pan with some gold nuggets?! Simon Timms is in the house and he's got 30 years of parenting wisdom to share. As an experienced father, husband, and licensed therapist Simon knows the ins, outs, ups, and downs of communicating and connecting with teens, especially when the stakes are high and the going is tough! You're going to love this one!

The Timestamps!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Parenting Challenges

00:57 Simon Timms: Background and Experience

07:57 Understanding Teen Pushback

10:49 The Importance of Validation in Parenting

16:42 Navigating Expectations and Communication

22:13 Addressing Negative Core Beliefs in Teens

27:01 The Role of Non-Parental Adults in Helping our Teens

28:26 Building Resilience in our Teens

31:07 Understanding Insecurities in Parenting

33:01 Radical Acceptance and Self-Awareness

35:36 Mindfulness and Self-Care Practices

39:04 The Role of Martial Arts in Self-Discipline

44:07 Creating a Safe Haven for Teens

47:31 Transitioning from Parenting to Coaching

52:17 Recognizing When to Seek Therapy

Hey there Most Valuable Parents!

We would be most grateful if you would SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel where our unique show for parents of teen athletes and performers resides. The name of our podcast is the same name as our YouTube channel: The STOP PARENTING & START COACHING Podcast!

We'd be even more grateful (if that's possible) if you would like, review, comment or SHARE an episode wherever you find us. This helps us to become more visible to other Most Valuable Parents like yourselves--thank you!

-Nate & Steve

Whooa parents! Here's a must listen if you want to simplify the complexities of the recruiting process for your young athlete! David Hitz and Athlete Narrative to your rescue!! Let's get real and learn the importance and best practices of personal branding, your role as a Most Valuable Parent, and how technology can become your athlete's trusted guide in recruitment.

Tune is as we engage with David and discuss the common mistakes parents and athletes are making in their efforts to reach out to coaches and colleges! Listen to some success stories that inspire hope for your young athlete! And to make it all even more amazing, learn how EXTREMELY affordable this is for YOU and the masses! Athlete Narrative is changing the recruiting game one athlete at a time!

The Timestamps!

00:00 Introduction to Athlete Narrative

04:05 Simplifying the Recruiting Process

08:36 The Importance of Finding Opportunities

11:36 The Numbers Game in Recruiting

13:02 Affordable Solutions for Families

13:51 When to Start the Recruiting Process

15:11 Parental Involvement in Branding

17:17 Signing Up for Athlete Narrative

19:26 Building Your Radar Page

21:15 Emailing Coaches Effectively

22:43 Navigating the Conversation: Technical Challenges and Solutions

23:33 Exploring Personal Branding and NIL in Sports

23:54 The Role of Coaches in Athlete Recruitment

24:53 Simplifying the Recruitment Process for Coaches

26:50 Common Mistakes Parents Make in Recruitment

28:08 The Evolution of Recruitment Strategies

30:46 Affordable Solutions for Aspiring Athletes

33:29 The Importance of Hope in Recruitment

38:07 Success Stories: Real Impact of the Service

42:43 Connecting with Athlete Narrative: Final Thoughts

Hey there Most Valuable Parents!

We would be most grateful if you would SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel where our unique show for parents of teen athletes and performers resides. The name of our podcast is the same name as our YouTube channel: The STOP PARENTING & START COACHING Podcast!

We'd be even more grateful (if that's possible) if you would like, review, comment or SHARE an episode wherever you find us. This helps us to become more visible to other Most Valuable Parents like yourselves--thank you!

-Nate & Steve

We’re asking a powerful question: Is "it" optional or essential? What is "it?" Tune it to find out as we explore how the concept of "NECESSITY" can help you lead your teen more effectively, especially if they’re navigating high-stakes performance in sports or the performing arts. You’ll leave with tools that shift your mindset from transactional to transformational and from parenting...to coaching!

We’re diving into the deep end of the pool to get a bit uncomfortable. Yep, in the deep water we'll find out how the high performance habit of necessity creates clarity and most importantly, a deeper, better connection with your teen. This episode will challenge and encourage you to rethink what it means to be a high-performing parent.

The Timestamps

00:00 Is "it" Optional or Essential?

02:33 Understanding Purpose in Parenting

05:22 Exploring the 'Why' By Going Several Levels Deep

08:25 The Importance of Self-Reflection

11:19 Transformational vs. Transactional Parenting

14:08 The Golden Circle--Simon Sinek

16:40 Practical Exercises for Parents

19:20 Engaging with Your Teen

Takeaways

-What is really essential?

-Understanding your purpose as a parent is crucial.

-Courage is needed to confront personal shortcomings.

-Focusing on progress (the gain) is important.

-The 'why' behind parenting choices shapes actions.

-Transformational parenting builds deeper connections.

-Transactional parenting can create pressure on children.

-Going several "levels deep with 'why' questions leads to deeper insights.

-Engaging with your child's perspective is valuable.

-Self-awareness enhances parenting effectiveness.

Hey there Most Valuable Parents! We are creating a world-class podcast for parents of teen athletes and performers on YouTube. We can also be found on the other usual places you get your podcasts like Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

New episodes drop every MONDAY.

We would be most grateful if you would SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel where our unique show for parents of teen athletes and performers resides. The name of our podcast is the same name as our YouTube channel: The STOP PARENTING & START COACHING Podcast!

We'd be even more grateful (if that's possible) if you would like, review, comment or SHARE an episode wherever you find us. This helps us to become more visible to other Most Valuable Parents like yourselves--thank you!

And, there’s more–there always isn't there?! If you’ve read this far you probably are totally nerdy and giddy about helping teen athletes and performers to excel. Well, we do too and that’s why we’re creating parent, uh coaching tools/courses/coaching at createtransformbecome.com. Check it out where you can pick up our 100% Free QOC Tool for parents (The Question Only Conversation!).

-Nate & Steve

If you're serious about high performance—not just for your teen, but for yourself as a parent, this conversation may be your wake-up call. We dive head first into the real reason our communication and connection with our teens often falls flat: low energy. There are some simple and strategic ways to turn this around!

Walk with us in this discussion on how we can better generate energy. That's right. We have the power (pun fully intended) to create energy rather than viewing it as a supply we have no control over. We touch on the four pillars that affect how you show up—sleep, nutrition, exercise, and mental wellness—and how you can take simple steps to bring your best energy every day. Let's go moms and dads. We can win at work and at home!

The Timestamps!

00:00 "Leftovers" and Parenting Dynamics

02:27 Energy Management for Parents

05:00 The 4 Energy Pillars

08:11 Practical Strategies for Generating Energy

10:58 The Energy Connection

14:04 Showing up Better

16:55 Energy Audits and Self-Management

19:36 Simple Strategies for Parents

22:30 Awareness of our Energy Levels

Takeaways

-Leftovers can be a metaphor for the energy parents have left to give their teens.

-Energy management is crucial for effective parenting and leadership.

-The four pillars of energy are sleep, nutrition, exercise, and mental wellness.

-Simple strategies can help parents manage their energy better.

-"Release tension and set intention" to prep for better interactions.

-Awareness of energy levels is key to improvement.

-Small tweaks can lead to significant changes in energy production.

Hey there Most Valuable Parents! We are creating a world-class podcast for parents of teen athletes and performers on YouTube. We can also be found on the other usual places you get your podcasts like Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

New episodes drop every MONDAY.

We would be most grateful if you would SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel where our unique show for parents of teen athletes and performers resides. The name of our podcast is the same name as our YouTube channel: The STOP PARENTING & START COACHING Podcast!

We'd be even more grateful (if that's possible) if you would like, review, comment or SHARE an episode wherever you find us. This helps us to become more visible to other Most Valuable Parents like yourselves--thank you!

And, there’s more–there always isn't there?! If you’ve read this far you probably are totally nerdy and giddy about helping teen athletes and performers to excel. Well, we do too and that’s why we’re creating parent, uh coaching tools/courses/coaching at createtransformbecome.com. Check it out where you can pick up our 100% Free QOC Tool for parents (The Question Only Conversation!).

-Nate & Steve

If you're a high-performing parent trying to raise a high-performing teen, you know this already—it takes courage. Not always the “run-into-the-fire” kind, but the quiet, everyday kind: letting go of control, staying consistent, and having the hard conversations. In our milestone 100th episode, we celebrate YOU—the brave moms and dads who courageously shift from parenting to coaching on your quest to create magical relationships with your teens!

Sure, we're pumped we've published content for you every Monday for 100 weeks, but what we're most excited about is you and teaming with you to elevate your performance.

Here are a few questions to further help you level up your bravery as a parent:

• How can you demonstrate quiet courage on a consistent basis?
• What do courageous parents do that others don’t?
• What does "brave parenting" look like to you?

Gold Nugget Timestamps

00:00 The Courage to Let Go

02:39 Celebrating Parenting and Milestones

05:51 The Journey to 100 Episodes

08:35 Understanding Courage in Parenting

11:36 Courage in Everyday Actions

14:27 Defining Courage: What It Is and Isn't

16:14 The Impact of Small Acts of Courage

19:03 Questions to Foster Courage in Parenting

21:55 Demonstrating Courage Together

Takeaways

-Courage in parenting involves letting go of control as children grow.

-Happy BELATED Mother's Day and Happy Father's Day!

-Our journey to 100 episodes required commitment and courage.

-Courage is often found in small, consistent actions.

-Asking for help is a courageous act, especially for single parents.

-The parent-child relationship is argubly the most important one in society.

-Parents should reflect on their actions and how you can step up more.

-Defining what brave parenting looks like is a coaching supermove.

-Recognizing and counting wins as a parent helps build confidence.

Hey there Most Valuable Parents! We are creating a world-class podcast for parents of teen athletes and performers on YouTube. We can also be found on the other usual places you get your podcasts like Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

New episodes drop every MONDAY.

We would be most grateful if you would SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel where our unique show for parents of teen athletes and performers resides. The name of our podcast is the same name as our YouTube channel: The STOP PARENTING & START COACHING Podcast!

We'd be even more grateful (if that's possible) if you would like, review, comment or SHARE an episode wherever you find us. This helps us to become more visible to other Most Valuable Parents like yourselves--thank you!

And, there’s more–there always isn't there?! If you’ve read this far you probably are totally nerdy and giddy about helping teen athletes and performers to excel. Well, we do too and that’s why we’re creating parent, uh coaching tools/courses/coaching at createtransformbecome.com. Check it out where you can pick up our 100% Free QOC Tool for parents (The Question Only Conversation!).

-Nate & Steve

Going first can be scary! But, your teen is watching. If you’ve ever wished your teen would just change their attitude, their habits, or their mindset—this episode flips that desire on its head. We unpack the powerful metaphor of the "first penguin" and challenge you to step up and model the behaviors you want to see from your teen athlete or performer. From emotional resilience to authenticity, this episode dives deep into why going first isn't just brave—it's necessary.

Are you ready to be the first penguin? Let's gooooooooooo!

The Timestamps!

00:00 The First Penguin Dilemma

02:16 Modeling Behavior as Parents

05:02 The Importance of Authenticity

08:04 Going First in Emotional Regulation

10:54 The Shift to Coaching from Parenting

14:05 The 2 Big Coaching Stoppers

16:36 Powerful First Penguin Questions

Takeaways

-The first penguin metaphor illustrates the fear of being first in challenging situations.

-Parents must model emotional resilience for their teens.

-Teens are adept at detecting inauthenticity in adults.

-Modeling behavior is crucial for teaching teens about habits and attitudes.

-Parents should be conscious of their actions--you are always being observed by your teens.

-Going first as a parent can lead to meaningful conversations about struggles and growth.

-Parents should seek coaching and show their willingness to learn to set an example for their teens.

-Overcoming personal barriers to change is essential for effective parenting.

-Asking for feedback can help you identify areas for improvement.

-It all starts with parents modeling changes.

Hey there Most Valuable Parents! We are creating a world-class podcast for parents of teen athletes and performers on YouTube. We can also be found on the other usual places you get your podcasts like Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

New episodes drop every MONDAY.

We would be most grateful if you would SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel where our unique show for parents of teen athletes and performers resides. The name of our podcast is the same name as our YouTube channel: The STOP PARENTING & START COACHING Podcast!

We'd be even more grateful (if that's possible) if you would like, review, comment or SHARE an episode wherever you find us. This helps us to become more visible to other Most Valuable Parents like yourselves--thank you!

And, there’s more–there always isn't there?! If you’ve read this far you probably are totally nerdy and giddy about helping teen athletes and performers to excel. Well, we do too and that’s why we’re creating parent, uh coaching tools/courses/coaching at createtransformbecome.com. Check it out where you can pick up our 100% Free QOC Tool for parents (The Question Only Conversation!).

-Nate & Steve

Parents, what is the #1 High Performance Habit? Where does it all start? it’s time to swap confusion for clarity. Ah, clarity! In this powerful episode, we unpack the King of the High Performance Habits: CLARITY. This isn’t just a concept—it’s a parenting and coaching superpower and one you've gotta get right if you want to improve your own performance and that of your teen. Let's get crystal clear on this. Ready? Let's gooooooooo!

The Timestamps!

00:00 Understanding How our Own Uncertainty Affects Teen Growth

02:43 Clarity-- Is it a Destination?

04:59 Questions for Parents to Foster Clarity

07:35 Practical Tips for Achieving Clarity

10:03 Seeking Clarity as a Family

13:06 The Journey of Clarity and Continuous Improvement

Gold Nuggets

Uncertainty as parents can limit a teen's growth.

Clarity is essential for high performance.

Parents should identify their core values, vision and roles.

Clarity is a continuous process, not a destination.

Creating family clarity fosters better relationships.

Regular check-ins on clarity are beneficial.

Clarity leads to increased happiness and confidence.

Engaging in family discussions about values creates clarity.

Hey there Most Valuable Parents! We are creating a world-class podcast for parents of teen athletes and performers on YouTube. We can also be found on the other usual places you get your podcasts like Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

New episodes drop every MONDAY.

We would be most grateful if you would SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel where our unique show for parents of teen athletes and performers resides. The name of our podcast is the same name as our YouTube channel: The STOP PARENTING & START COACHING Podcast!

We'd be even more grateful (if that's possible) if you would like, review, comment or SHARE an episode wherever you find us. This helps us to become more visible to other Most Valuable Parents like yourselves--thank you!

And, there’s more–there always isn't there?! If you’ve read this far you probably are totally nerdy and giddy about helping teen athletes and performers to excel. Well, we do too and that’s why we’re creating parent, uh coaching tools/courses/coaching at createtransformbecome.com. Check it out where you can pick up our 100% Free QOC Tool for parents (The Question Only Conversation!).

-Nate & Steve