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October 22, 2025 6 mins

☕ In this Coffee Talk episode, BJ Johnson opens up about what 10 years of coaching has really taught him; that growth isn’t linear, perfection is a myth, and both coaches and parents evolve alongside their athletes. From the cages to the car rides, every rep, mistake, and breakthrough builds a stronger foundation. This episode challenges all of us to pause, reflect, and ask the hard question: Am I building, or am I breaking?

Key Takeaways:

  • Growth has no shortcuts; progress takes patience, practice, and perspective.
  • Coaches evolve just like athletes do; learning never stops if you want to lead well.
  • Parents, your kid doesn’t need perfection, they need permission to learn.
  • Every rep, win, and setback is part of building the foundation for confidence and joy.

If this episode made you stop and think, hit follow and keep the conversation going. Every Coffee Talk is designed to challenge, connect, and grow the people behind the players, because real change requires reflection.

 

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