4th and 1 Mindset with Coach Mikki:

4th and 1 Mindset with Coach Mikki:

Start Strong - Finish Strong! Dominate Everything In Between! (TM) http://www.4thand1mindset.com The mindset needed when everything is on the line. On the field, in business, in life and, whatever goal you are going after! 4th and 1 Mindset with Coach Mikki is your playbook for mastering life’s toughest moments. Coach Mikki, a seasoned football coach with 17 years of experience coaching from Pop Warner to College Athletes. She is an international speaker sharing the 4th and 1 Mindset to fortune 500 companies, Mastermind groups, college campus, Women's Groups and on the field located all over the globe. Coach Mikki dives into the mindset needed to succeed when everything is on the line. Just like in football’s pivotal 4th and 1, the difference between winning and losing comes down to focus, grit, and execution. She shares strategies to help you convert life’s critical moments in your personal journey into opportunities for victory. From the stage to virtual streaming learn how to develop a mindset that pushes past obstacles and drives you to achieve greatness on and off the field.

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March 6, 2026 34 mins

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Want a real playbook for raising resilient leaders in a world of distractions? Coach Don Ashley joins us to break down how mindset, micro-habits, and honest self-talk turn anxious teens into disciplined athletes and confident young adults. Forget the myth that games are won by schemes alone, three to six plays swing most outcomes, and those plays reflect preparation, courage, and focus under pressure.

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The scoreboard doesn’t decide who you are. The voice in your inner locker room does. Coach Mikki shares what the real opponent every high performer faces, complacency, and shows how drive, conviction, and a clear why can outpace raw talent every time.

Across the conversation, we dig into the habits that compound: showing up early, taking one more rep, do...

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November 2, 2025 9 mins

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Joy is a performance edge, and it needs protection. When you’re joyful, you think clearer, connect better, and play free. When you’re surrounded by chronic criticism, your momentum stalls—and so does your team’s.

Coach Mikki shares practical ways to spot joy thieves, respond with composure, and keep your culture strong. We unpack the difference between high standards and harsh judgment, how to offer critique wit...

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Ever seen a superstar get benched and wondered why? Coach Mikki pulls back the curtain on a season full of hard choices, where raw talent collides with team standards and the scoreboard isn’t the only thing that matters. We walk through the moments that test a coach’s resolve, when gifted players skip practice, expect to be “plugged in” on game day, and force a decision between chasing a quick win or protecting the cultu...

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Are you constantly putting everyone else's needs ahead of your own dreams? Coach Mikki gets vulnerable in this powerful episode about the battle against distraction and the courage to say "no."

Drawing from her own experience as a newly published author who hasn't even had time for a book signing, Coach Mikki explores the profound frustration of watching personal goals languish while serving...

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Words have incredible power, especially when they come from authority figures like coaches. A single sentence can completely transform how a young athlete sees themselves and their potential.

Coach Mikki pulls back the curtain on a frustrating pattern she's witnessed throughout her coaching career: the coach with an ego who tears players down rather than building them up. Drawing from current experiences co...

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Ever wondered if the experts, coaches, and mentors we admire have it all figured out? Coach Mikki pulls back the curtain on this misconception with refreshing honesty. Despite years of experience with her  coaching football at extraordinary levels, she reveals that challenges never stop coming, what changes is how we handle them.

4th and 1 Mindset, Life's Playbook for Success

The difference between struggli...

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Ever feel like you're trapped in a cycle of doing the same thing over and over, wondering why progress seems impossible despite your best efforts? Coach Mikki tackles this universal challenge head-on, revealing why Albert Einstein's famous definition of insanity, doing the same thing repeatedly while expecting different results, remains one of life's most powerful yet overlooked lessons.

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June 6, 2025 5 mins

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Ready to stop watching from the sidelines? Coach Mikki delivers a powerful wake-up call about the dangers of waiting for the "perfect moment" to pursue your dreams. With straight-talking wisdom, this episode tackles the uncomfortable truth that no touchdowns are ever scored while sitting on the bench.

We all fall into the trap of hesitation, waiting for the right time, the perfect opportunity, or until...

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Ever wondered what it takes to completely reinvent yourself in midlife? Brian McFarland's story of transformation from divorced dad to semi-professional goalkeeper will challenge everything you believe about "too late" or "too old."

Growing up as a "heavy, slow kid" who was bullied off his elementary school soccer team, Brian never imagined he'd one day be playing alongsid...

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What transforms a talented young athlete into a successful adult? According to Coach Mez, a baseball coach with over 50 years of experience, the answer lies far beyond physical skills and game strategy.

In this captivating locker room conversation, Coach Mez reveals his proven framework for developing both athletic and character excellence.
The discussion dives deep into practical mental performance techniqu...

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Built Through Adversity: Thomas Reed III’s Journey to Empower Young Athletes

When personal struggle meets unstoppable purpose, true greatness is born. In this inspiring episode, Olympic gold medalist Thomas Reed III shares how facing family hardship as a young athlete shaped his mission to serve the next generation. From caring for his father during a lif...

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April 19, 2025 14 mins

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What keeps you going when life knocks you down? When talent isn't enough and your playbook falls short, what's the missing piece? The answer lies in your purpose the powerful "why" behind everything you do.


Coach Mikki takes us deep into the crucial role purpose plays in achieving lasting success. Beyond simply identifying goals, true purpose fuels your journey through unexpected challenges and pr...

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April 14, 2025 14 mins

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PreOrder Your Copy of 4th and 1 Mindset - Available May 8th 2025

What truly separates champions from contenders? What powers you forward when motivation fades, when you're exhausted, and when unexpected setbacks threaten to derail everything you've worked for?

Coach Mikki takes us deep into the critical importance of mindset, not as a fleeting motivational boost, but as the fundamental foundation for su...

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March 31, 2025 11 mins

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A single game can transform an entire team philosophy. When one of my star players took a dangerous late hit – with the opposing player deliberately stepping on his helmet  our team's reaction changed everything. Instead of waiting for referee calls or retaliating with aggression, they instantly surrounded their fallen brother with unwavering support. "We've got you," they reassu...

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March 10, 2025 6 mins

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Have you been stuck in the paralysis of perfection, waiting for the ideal moment to make a change in your life? Coach Mikki delivers a powerful wake-up call in this energetic episode that challenges the very notion of "perfect timing" and reveals why it might be sabotaging your progress.

With the intensity and clarity of a sideline pep talk, Coach Mikki tackles the dangerous trap of perfectionism that ...

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Are you ready to transform your approach and achieve your ultimate goals? In our latest episode, we explore how adopting a championship mindset can lead to profound success in every aspect of your life. It’s time to stop merely surviving the week and start thriving! 

We dive deep into the importance of preparing like a champion every day, discussing the mindset shifts required to elevate your performance. By emb...

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What if the key to overcoming adversity lies in turning challenges into stepping stones for growth? Today, we unpack the transformative power of resilience and perseverance through stories of personal triumph over hostile environments and self-doubt. I reflect on my journey as a female coach facing a difficult colleague, where support from allies and focusing on my impact on athletes proved crucial. With my father's...

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This episode challenges conventional views on weakness by presenting it as a pathway to strength and growth. Coach Mikki discusses how recognizing and can embracing weaknesses can foster resilience and success, using his experiences with coaching linemen as key examples.

• Embracing weakness as a vital component to strength 
• The central role of linemen in teamwork and success 
• The importance of rigor...

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January 11, 2025 2 mins

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This song was created for my events. Whether it is on the field or from the stage.. I hope this inspires you!!! 


What if the grit and passion of Friday night lights could ignite a fire inside you? Join us as we march onto the field, where every play is a testament to the undying spirit of unity and determination. Experience the electric atmosphere, the sound of pads colliding, and the adrenaline rush of fac...

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