coachcoale.base.eth
@coachcoale
executive coach for /founders + founding teams Δ host of pods.media/the-delta and /coaching Δ kevincoale.xyz
Pinned
Hello, Farcaster! Greetings from North Carolina. A bit about me...
I believe in the inherent capacity of people and in the positive impact of choice + voice on their growth and development.
My mission: To help elite artists + builders create the lives that they want, aligning their values and behaviors.
With a back...
2
9
When I work with a leader, these are the questions I like to ask their team:
• What are the key strengths you see in how she leads?
• Where could she grow or improve?
• What one behavior change would make the biggest positive difference?
• When have you seen her at her best?
• When is she less effective?
The first tw...
1
1
Obsessing about building the "perfect" team is a waste of time.
Teams, like humans, are imperfect. And constantly changing.
Focus on these two things instead:
1) Surround yourself with the best people you can, knowing there will always be constraints. Budget. Experience. Geography.
2) Build a culture where people...
6
GM. Greetings from North Carolina.
Been heads-down building a team thing.
Glad to be back :)
2
3
Good coaching is simple.
If the client doesn’t perform differently, the coaching didn’t work.
And if you’re in a coaching role, your job isn’t to sound smart. Your job is to help someone change something that matters.
But how do I know if it’s working, you might ask? Look for movement you didn’t create yourself. Wha...
4
2
21
GM coaching tip:
You want to be a better leader?
Do anything consistently well.
You'll shatter expectations.
1
3
Coachability isn’t a medical diagnosis — you either have it or you don’t.
Nor is it a position or a title.
Coachability is a set of behaviors that start with curiosity, self-awareness, and a willingness to see + do things differently.
If you’re looking for a sign to be more coachable today… here it is:
2
9
For leaders, I’d argue there are no “big conversations.”
All conversations have the potential to be consequential — especially the ones you don’t imagine will be.
So where do you begin?
Pick one conversation today. Just one.
Spend a few minutes beforehand considering: How do I want to show up? What does success...
2
Friday Retro Time:
1) what worked this week?
2) what didn’t work this week?
3) what did I learn this week?
4) what’s one behavior I’ll prioritize next week?
1
3
Answering your coaching questions via @replyfarcaster 👏🏻👏🏻
If you have $5 USDC to spare and a leadership challenge/dilemma, please send a note my way via @replyfarcaster.
I'd love to test out @frontend's tech, this concept, while helping to make the lives of leaders + teams just a bit better.
It's a great day to be coachable, my friends 👏🏻👏🏻 https://farcaster.xyz/coach
2
Most valuable feature of Farcaster?
Honest, constructive feedback.
Worth its weight in gold.
2
3
Reading a cast from @july is like listening to a song by Mary Chapin Carpenter — good for what ails you.
👏🏻👏🏻
1
Here’s a great exercise for any team:
Ask everyone to define your Most "Valuable" Player (MVP) —
What do they do?
How do they do it?
You’ll get a range of answers. That’s the point.
Is it the fastest person? The best strategist? The one who makes others better?
The goal isn’t to find the “right” answer—
it’s to cla...
1
1
2
The best teams I’ve seen spend time talking about how they work together—not just what they’re working on.
The default is to focus on the product. The output.
But I’ve watched poor communication sink great ideas. Happens in sports all the time: a team full of supremely talented athletes have a terrible season.
It’s...
2
Coaching specifically for cofounders.
Focus: Working great together to build better and faster.
Details: Meeting with two coaches, together, 2-4x/month + ad-hoc remote and in-person work.
Fine print: All-in pricing. Yearly commitment after first 30 days.
Curious what folks think.
I welcome any thoughts + ques...
1
2
10 Characteristics of Healthy Work Relationships
1. Say what you mean, then listen for what others mean.
2. Set boundaries for structure, not surveillance.
3. Be professional—do what you said you were going to do.
4. Offer support, not solutions—people ain't projects.
5. Address conflict directly, not with water-c...
1
5
Great article by @eulerlagrange.eth on why trust is a non-negotiable.
1
2
One of the biggest threats to any team?
Inertia.
Lack of momentum kills more good ideas, cultures, and missions than anything else.
When I’m working with a stalled team, here’s a go-to reset:
VBQ.
Let's get clear on...
One Value that matters (e.g. shipping fast)
One Behavior that proves it (e.g. breaking down com...
2
I am loving @frontend's @replyfarcaster mini app.
Hit me with your best coaching questions, and I'll give you my very best answer.
What a great day to be coachable.
If you have $5 USDC to spare and a leadership challenge/dilemma, please send a note my way via @replyfarcaster.
I'd love to test out @frontend's tech, this concept, while helping to make the lives of leaders + teams just a bit better.
It's a great day to be coachable, my friends 👏🏻👏🏻 https://farcaster.xyz/coach
2
“There’s no joy without slog.”
The Delta – Episode 17 is live on @pods and YouTube.
Δ Joy, Slog, and Learning to Become Coachable with @adrienne Δ
We dig into:
→ Leading without control
→ Acting small inside big systems
→ How divergent thinking fuels leadership
Adrienne shares her shift from big tech to Farcaster—a...
2
3
If you have $5 USDC to spare and a leadership challenge/dilemma, please send a note my way via @replyfarcaster.
I'd love to test out @frontend's tech, this concept, while helping to make the lives of leaders + teams just a bit better.
It's a great day to be coachable, my friends 👏🏻👏🏻
Many leaders + teams would benefit from coaching—
but it’s expensive, time-consuming, and hard to know where to begin.
Here’s a place to begin:
Love what @frontend is building with Reply 👏🏻👏🏻
If you have a coaching question—something you’re wrestling with or stuck on—reach out to me on Reply.
Drop your challeng
3
5
Many leaders + teams would benefit from coaching—
but it’s expensive, time-consuming, and hard to know where to begin.
Here’s a place to begin:
Love what @frontend is building with Reply 👏🏻👏🏻
If you have a coaching question—something you’re wrestling with or stuck on—reach out to me on Reply.
Drop your challeng...
2
2
9
A leadership exercise for the crypto crowd:
Imagine you're given 100 tokens.
Massive ROI—but only if spent on what matters most to you.
Unused tokens disappear.
If you don't have a set of core values yet, take five minutes and answer this:
What will matter to me in 20 years?
For most, it’s a short, specific list.
St...
1
2
A very warm welcome to Alexis d'Amecourt, a dear friend and a remarkable CEO coach.
Alexis is the Head of Coaching at Mochary Method.
Welcome to the positive-sum playground, @coachalexis 👏🏻👏🏻
2
Time for the Friday RETRO 👏🏻👏🏻
Reflect on your week and ask:
1) What's working?
2) What's not working?
3) What have I learned?
4) What do I want to do differently next week?
You can ask this individually or as a team.
It's a great day to be coachable, my friends.
2
A million years ago, Cicero said:
Doing the right thing and doing the easy thing might seem different—
but they’re not.
If it’s not right, it’s not really helpful.
The right thing is always the smart thing in the end.
And what’s “right”?
Just four things:
Be wise. Be fair. Be brave. Be self-controlled.
That’s it.
T...
2
A simple leadership exercise:
Think of someone you admire.
Someone who's made a real difference in your life.
Take five minutes — send them a quick text.
Or better yet, pick up the damn phone and call.
Here’s a prompt you can use:
“Thank you for the impact you’ve had on my life.
You’ve helped me __________, and I w...
4
My prediction:
Values-based leadership is going to rise in the years ahead.
The most common response I get when I mention it is: “What is that?”
That always makes me smile :)
To me, it looks like this:
1) Clarifying what matters most (your values)
2) Defining what that looks like in action (your behaviors)
3) Doing ...
2
8
I think of optimization as a process, less an end point.
A process of aligning values (what I say matters most, e.g. family) with behaviors (what it looks like, e.g. spending time with my kid).
The more these things are aligned or in sync, the happier, healthier, or more "optimized" I feel/am.
This level of clari...
I cannot think of one single idea I’ve had that failed to improve upon sharing it. When folks say build in public, this is why.
1
3
👏🏻👏🏻
when friends tell me they have an interview or something big on a specific day (first day of job, last day of job, difficult doctor's appointment, first date, etc), i'll set a reminder in my calendar for 8am that morning of and text them good luck/congratulations/thinking of you
easy way to show your loved ones they'
1
Need to change your perspective?
Move.
Easiest, and cheapest, way to do so.
I feel often so much more creative after going for a walk. It’s really unbelievable I really need to go on a walk. It’s one of the highest ROI’s in terms of time spent versus energy charged for doing free of things
I need to hammer this into my head repeatedly, it’s just so useful and I feel so much more alive afterwa
1
“No assholes. Like, actually.”
In my recent pod with @dwr.eth, we talk about non-negotiables when building a team—and why even subtle signs of ego are a hard no.
It’s not about who’s right. It’s about being right together.
Culture sets that tone, and it gets reinforced—or challenged—with every hire you make.
🎧 Liv...
4
7
Is @paragraph the best option?
1
2
Top five most important metrics for founders:
1. Clarity
2. Revenue
3. Users
4. _____
5. _____
What would you add to this list?
2
1
2
Find a complimentary cofounder that will challenge you.
The co-created life is worthwhile.
1
2
Synthetic Leadership and the Art of Taste
The best leaders I know aren’t authentic.
They’re synthetic.
Not fake—intentional.
They borrow tools from mentors.
Adopt language that works.
Try on new habits until they fit.
That’s not weakness. That’s taste.
Taste is knowing what to keep.
What to leave behind.
What to bl...
Thank you, @gmfarcaster 🙏🏻🙏🏻
There are just a few sponsored episodes left to mint!
It’s a great day to be coachable.
GM Farcaster has sponsored 50 episodes of The Delta ep16 @coachcoale's chat with @dwr.eth -- collect and claim your reward! As part of our partnership with the /degen team this month, we'll be sponsoring degen rewards on 2 other podcasts each week in addition to GM Farcaster. Watch and collect on @pods. https://farcast
2
Welcome @emmakog! Designer, editor, strategist—and a joy to collaborate with.
Emma's the creative force behind The Delta cover art + so much more.
Grateful to have her here in this /Farcaster community!
1
2
Friday is a great day for a retro:
1) what am I most proud of this week?
2) what’s one thing I could have done better?
3) what are my key takeaways?
4) what’s something I want to be held accountable for next week?
👏🏻👏🏻
1
2
Check out Geo Abstract 01! on @minimint-app
Launching MiniMint App & Contest 🚀
Create & Mint Your NFT in minutes--regardless of experience level
Experienced users have full control
Current tools are too complex or fees too high
MiniMint solves this for newcomers, artists & degens alike for just 2% fees
To celebrate 🥳 we are running a paid contest:
1️⃣ Mint
I’m honored to share that I’ve joined Marshall Goldsmith's 100 Coaches Community—a positive-sum collection of remarkable thinkers, leaders, and doers committed to paying it forward.
After many years in schools, what I've missed most is being part of a team devoted to learning + impact. Co-creating for good. MG100 brin...
2
4
Check out Be Coachable! on @minimint-app
Congratulations, @chriscocreated 👏🏻👏🏻
1
Check out Be Coachable! on @minimint-app
The bigger a company gets, the more folks expect the trains to run on time.
Doesn’t matter if you’re going from 2 to 20, or 20 to 200—expectations scale way faster than headcount (or revenue).
So how do you get the trains running on time?
Do what you said you were going to do.
A few examples I’ve seen matter over th...
One of the most common questions I get:
So… what do you actually do as a coach?
All leaders have strengths and weaknesses.
But the biggest thing holding successful people back?
Lack of self-awareness.
And the most expensive consequence?
Bad communication.
It drains time, money, and energy—through misalignment, misse...
1
Farcaster friends with a newsletter that’s working—
What platform do you recommend?
1
1
Coaching tip:
If it's important and can be done in less than two minutes, do it now.
1
4
You can’t fake trust. You can’t fix culture later.
The Delta – Episode 16 is live on @pods and YouTube.
Δ Inside Farcaster: Why Culture Comes First with Dan Romero Δ
We discuss:
→ Hiring as a risk investment
→ Culture as an immune system
→ What leadership really looks like at scale
If you're a leader who's ever tho...
2
10
18
What’s a core value of yours that might surprise people?
I’ll go first: Movement.
Putting this in /july because that feels like the right place
Feel like something with your leadership or team could be better – but can’t quite name it?
That’s the signal. Don’t ignore it.
I’ve got space to coach 1–2 more leaders right now, which is not always the case.
If you’re scaling something meaningful and open to real feedback – especially in person – let’s talk.
Q3 ...
1
3
🙏🏻🙏🏻
@les, @katekornish, @afrochicks, @movewithalyna, @dawufi, @adrienne, @dwr.eth, @esdotge, @iamlosi, @chinmay.eth
– your joy is my joy, friends
1
2
What’s the #1 thing that holds leaders back?
I’d argue: poor self-awareness.
The cost shows up in people: misalignment, turnover, disengagement.
And in revenue: missed signals, slow decisions, lost trust.
The higher you go, the harder it is to get honest feedback.
This is the kind of thing that keeps me up at night...
1
6
“You win or lose as a team.”
In tomorrow’s pod with @dwr.eth, we dig into why culture isn’t just a vibe—it’s the immune system of an org. It protects you from bad hires, bloat, and burnout.
Culture comes first. Everything else follows.
🎧 Drops on @pods tomorrow.
It’s a great day to be coachable 👏🏻👏🏻
"You win or lose as a team."
In my upcoming pod with @dwr.eth, we dig into why culture isn’t just a vibe—it’s the immune system of an org. It protects you from bad hires, bloat, and burnout.
Culture comes first. Everything else follows.
Stay tuned for the full episode dropping on @pods next week.
In the meantime, i
1
2
What three words would your teammates use to describe you?
If you can’t name them quickly, it might be time to find out.
It's a great day to be coachable, my friends.
“What’s it like to work for the boss?”
One of my all-time favorite questions.
I ask it in 360s, interviews, even casual coffees.
It consistently delivers more insight than anything else I ask.
People say—and don’t say—all sorts of invaluable things.
Years ago, I asked a leader this question. They paused, then said:
1
“What’s it like to work for the boss?”
One of my all-time favorite questions.
I ask it in 360s, interviews, even casual coffees.
It consistently delivers more insight than anything else I ask.
People say—and don’t say—all sorts of invaluable things.
Years ago, I asked a leader this question. They paused, then said:
...
3
2
4
Your boss, your supervisor, the person in the role you want: chances are, they’ve had a coach.
Coaching accelerates growth by clarifying goals and removing obstacles. It helps you perform better, faster.
But it’s not just about behavior—it’s about perception. When you’re seen as coachable, people bet on you. And that...
1
Excellent advice
Sometimes I remind myself:
1. Inaction breeds anxiety and fear.
Action builds confidence and courage. If you want to overcome fear, don’t sit at home thinking about it. Act 🚀
2. There’s no such thing as the perfect moment. Once I got that, I just started.
3. Opportunities and big results come from what I give to th
New quarter. Holiday weekend. Perfect time to pause and reset.
Try this quick retro—used it with hundreds of leaders and teams:
Pick a time frame (day, week, quarter) and ask:
1) What worked?
2) What didn’t?
3) What did I learn?
4) What 1–3 behaviors will I commit to next?
When you get to that last one, don’t aim fo...
My pops was the first strength & conditioning coach at Virginia Military Institute (VMI)—a role he held for 45 years.
He got into lifting thanks to Bill Starr (record-holding powerlifter, author of The Strongest Shall Survive), whom he met in the basement gym of a 7‑Eleven in Bel Air, MD in the early ’70s.
Both preac...
1
2
Why your team needs a coach:
Every team has a conversation it needs to have—but isn’t.
That’s where I come in.
I help clarify the topic, define success, keep time, and keep the group honest. I listen for what’s said—and what’s *avoided*.
A coach lets the leader actually participate—and ensures more of what needs to...
1
3
It's 360º season.
Midway through the year, many leaders are ready to level up—while there's still time. Here's the protocol I use:
360º Feedback Protocol
Coach + Leader
• Set goals
• Draft 3–5 questions (e.g., What’s working? What’s not? 3 words to describe this leader?)
• Leader completes self-evaluation
Coach + T...
Your teammate shares an idea.
It’s not how you would’ve done it. So, you offer a “helpful” suggestion.
They nod. Smile. Say thanks.
But inside? Motivation just dropped 50 points.
Here’s the truth:
When you're the boss, suggestions aren’t suggestions. They’re orders in disguise.
A motivated team will solve more probl...
1
2
Happy Independence Day 🇺🇸 from Nashville, Tennessee.
It’s a great day to be coachable.
Keep unleashing 👏🏻👏🏻
1
1
3
"You win or lose as a team."
In my upcoming pod with @dwr, we dig into why culture isn’t just a vibe—it’s the immune system of an org. It protects you from bad hires, bloat, and burnout.
Culture comes first. Everything else follows.
Stay tuned for the full episode dropping on @pods next week.
In the meantime, it’s ...
7
12
Got an 🌲evergreen🌲 question from Farcaster friend, @marissaposner, about helping teams make decisions faster and better.
This is crucial—slow, poor decisions cost teams time, morale, and momentum. Not to mention burn. After thousands of coaching conversations, here’s what I know to be true:
1) Build Trust First 🚀
...
1
4
5
All teams should run a 360—and the leader *must* go first.
Most 360s are overbuilt, overpriced, and underused.
Mine’s low-fi and high-impact. Sharing here for free...
360º Protocol (part of 6-month coaching):
• Coach + leader align on goals
• Co-design 3–5 custom Qs (e.g. What’s working? What’s not?)
• Leader self-...
1
I define an entrepreneur like this:
Someone just crazy enough to wake up every day, no guaranteed income—still chasing the dream.
@brandonkumar + @dariya of @layer3xyz have done just that.
I had the privilege of coaching them in their early years, as they pursued their vision.
Recently, they joined me on The Delta ...
2
3
Founder friends: I've got room to coach 1–2 more teams.
Looking for highly coachable folks who are scaling something real, open to direct feedback, and ideally up for some in-person work.
Q3 is a great time to be coachable.
→ Book a quick call here:
calendly.com/kevincoale/discovery
Grateful to support good people ...
4
7
Say it clear. Say it often.
Make it memeorable.
1
Too often, we move on before we make meaning.
Here’s a simple 4-question retro I use with founders, teams, and myself:
1) What worked?
2) What didn’t?
3) What changed?
4) What’s next?
Clear. Fast. Repeatable.
You don’t need a postmortem. You need momentum.
It's a great day to be coachable.
3
4
The best leaders I know aren’t authentic. They’re synthetic.
Not fake—intentional.
They borrow tools from mentors.
Adopt language that works.
Try on new habits until they fit.
That’s not weakness. That’s wisdom.
Try this:
Think of one leader you admire.
What’s one behavior of theirs you could try this week?
Being ...
2
2
When I played sports, the third quarter was often the most pivotal.
We were far enough in to have plenty of data—usually including the fact that our original plan wasn’t working quite the way we hoped.
We were fresh out of halftime, with just enough distance to regroup.
And there was still time left in the game—to p...
1
2
2
Sometimes the greatest leadership lesson is this:
There’s space between how I think I show up—and how I actually come across.
I worked with a leader who was shocked to learn they were speaking well over 70% of the time in meetings.
They didn’t believe it—until they ran Otter and checked the transcript.
Try this:
Reco...
1
3
Most people think their communication style is “just how I am.”
It’s not. It’s how you’ve practiced being—over years, unconsciously.
Try this:
Next time you talk with your team, count how many questions you ask before offering an opinion.
Then try flipping it:
Ask three before you answer one.
You’ll be surprised wh...
2
1
10
If you want to know what matters to a company, look at the walls.
👏🏻👏🏻
Have you donated your tips today?
—
This digital piece was the very first we created at @floc, together with @dsord3r.eth and @victoctero, as a collaboration with the Degen brand.
It paved the way for us to launch ODA*. Old Decentralized Advertising was meant to be a communication and design concept to inspire the @f
1
2
One question I get a lot: Can you predict which founders will make it?
Sometimes.
But can you spot the ones who won’t? Often.
One key indicator:
How do they talk to each other when things get hard?
I’m bullish on cofounders who can be direct without being destructive.
Two traps to watch for:
1) Weaponized honesty ...
1
4
Most leaders are better at starting a conversation than finishing one.
Think about the last time you left a 1:1 and thought: Wait… what exactly are my next steps?!
Next time, try ending with these two questions:
1️⃣ How was this conversation for you?
2️⃣ What are our clear next steps?
If you’ve never done this, it ...
1
2
Off-site coming up? Retreat? Big team gathering?
Here’s one move most leaders skip:
Spend 1–3 hours with a coach before the event to clarify your thinking, align on goals, and get tactical facilitation advice.
Why? Because the gap between intention and impact can be a mile wide—especially when the stakes are high.
I...
If you lead, hard conversations come with the job.
When clients want to prepare better, I give them this:
Before your next one, take 5 minutes—15 if you can—to answer these three questions:
1. What’s my goal here? (Direction)
2. What do I need to learn from them? (Empathy dive)
3. If I had to summarize my point in ...
3
2
Show of hands:
Who’s been part of an accountability group before?
If that’s you, I’d love to hear—what worked? What didn’t? Would you do it again?
Your leadership style isn’t a medical diagnosis. It’s not fixed. It’s a pattern—and patterns can change.
Try this: Diagram your next meeting. Who speaks? How often? What kinds of questions or comments?
AI can help. Or go old-school and chart it by hand.
Then ask yourself: How do you show up? What do you want to shif...
1
1
5
Greetings from Madrid, my friends.
If you want to optimize your life, don’t start with goals.
Start with alignment—between what you say matters and what you actually do.
Try this simple exercise:
Pick one value. Define it with a clear, observable behavior.
(Movement = walk 30 minutes.)
Track it for 10 days.
Hit 6...
2
If a story matters to your leadership—or your brand—don’t start with:
“Did I tell you this before?”
That’s not humility. That’s insecurity disguised as politeness.
Here's what I've learned from friends in branding, like @shira and @esdotge: strong brands repeat themselves. Not because they’re out of ideas—because th...
1
2
3
So far this year, I’ve done more in-person work with teams than in the past several years combined.
And here’s what I’ll say: it’s an auspicious sign when a team chooses to gather.
Can distributed teams ship and work well together? Absolutely.
But can a team that never meets accomplish as much as one that gathers—pe...
1
When most folks hear “contract,” they think legal docs or smart contracts.
In coaching, I use the word differently. A contract is the unspoken (or spoken) agreement that defines a relationship.
Every relationship has one. It’s the set of expectations—what we can count on from each other. At first, this can sound tran...
1
3
3
10
Joan’s list is spot on. And here’s what I’ve seen in coaching: the specific choice matters way less than the intention and follow-through behind it.
Pick anything meaningful and follow the rest of Joan's list.
1
👏🏻👏🏻
1
Most leaders talk too much.
Want to get better?
Use fewer, better words—for one week.
1
6
There’s a clothing store that started in ATL around the time I lived there: Sid Mashburn.
Early on, their slogan was: “We love clothes and taking care of people.”
Hard to argue with that combo.
Just came across Sid’s “Rules for Work.”
This kind of thing is catnip for coaches.
Culture = how we do things. And this lis...
2
3
I think 360º assessments are one of the best ways for leaders to get better.
If you’re not familiar, it’s structured feedback from the people around you—bosses, peers, direct reports—meant to reveal how your leadership is actually experienced.
These can get bloated and expensive fast. So here are my 3 non-negotiables...
1
4
More than a few leaders have asked me how to get better at receiving tough feedback.
Start here: respond the same way you would to a compliment.
“Thank you.”
That’s it. Period. Full stop.
No need to agree, justify, or explain. Feedback is data. Treat it like a gift—receive it with grace, then decide what to do wit...
1
1
8
Time for the Friday Retro
Before you clock out, spend two minutes answering these:
1️⃣ One win this week?
2️⃣ One loss?
3️⃣ One thing you learned?
4️⃣ One thing you’d like to shift next week?
Keep it simple. Say it out loud or jot it down.
Then enjoy your weekend.
1
5
When trust exists, I’m convinced:
People want to be challenged.
Next time you’re leaning in, ask yourself:
Have I done the work to earn trust?
Time in Spain has been good—to my family, my coaching, my soul… and my paella game.
Grateful for the space to slow down, sharpen the work, and show up more fully 🙏🏻🇪🇸
3
After well over 1,000 hours of coaching with 120+ clients, I can confidently say:
This is the hardest—and most effective—thing I do.
1. Pick a value.
2. Define it clearly.
3. Choose a behavior that proves it—something a third party could confirm.
4. Write a daily yes/no question to track it.
5. Share it with someone w...
2
1
6
Marshall Goldsmith—arguably the best exec coach on the planet—asks himself a set of yes/no questions every day. And he's been doing it for decades.
Each one begins: "Did I do my best to..."
Not to succeed, but to try. Effort is the metric.
Examples:
– Be present with my family?
– Focus on what I can control?
– Move ...
1
1
Coaching isn’t just a 1:1.
It can be...
A Slack thread.
A text.
A quick note.
A walk.
Takes time at first.
But it pays off: more trust, less noise.
Worry less about format, more about intention.
Endeavor to help people see. That's it.
It's a great day to be coachable.
1
1
4
Not clear on your values? That’s a risk.
Because if you don’t name what matters most—your competitors, the market, or the loudest voice in the room will do it for you.
Here are 3 ways I love to clarify values (solo or with a team):
Old-school sort – Pick 10, then 5, then 3. Start here:
brenebrown.com/resourc...
4
1
8
Coaching’s simple. Two parts:
1) Help someone see differently.
2) Help them do differently.
That’s it. You could make it more complicated, but I wouldn't.
Execs, athletes, artists – @katekornish knows – it's all the same.
If they’re up for the work, assessments, convos, and frameworks can shift everything.
The ...
1
This is a great leadership question, for ALL founders:
"What kind of behavior should be rewarded?"
Here's the deal... if you don't answer this question intentionally, as a leader/team, the default culture you're building in will do it for you.
Hey Degens, we’d love your input.
As we build the new Degen App, we’re thinking carefully about how rewards should work. Tipping will be supported from day one, but we may evolve beyond the current tip allowance model. One thing’s for sure—we’ll still have a big pool of $DEGEN to reward the community.
The question is
1
2
2
Better words lead to better work. Start with clear definitions.
Five simple definitions for better work:
- Values: What matters most to us
- Professionalism: Doing what we said we’d do
- Culture: How we behave
- Accountability: In a word, our consistency
- Leadership: You go first
2
4
Healing isn’t a cure.
It’s a relationship.
In this episode of The Delta, I talk with Jenna Gestetner—designer, entrepreneur, and health advocate living with MCAS—about:
• Invisible illness
• Why creativity belongs in care
• And how to stop waiting to be fixed
🎧 Listen + mint here ↓
Episode 15 – Reimagining Healing...
1
1
4
My most helpful coaching tip today:
An important coaching point, in time for summer:
2
3
2
A good weekend meditation:
Just because you're good at it doesn’t mean you should do it. It's worth repeating: skill ≠ interest.
In work, people often confuse what they’re good at with what they actually enjoy.
But the cost of staying in that confusion can be steep.
Matt Mochary’s Zone of Genius is one of my favorite frameworks for getting c
1
2
3
Just because you're good at it doesn’t mean you should do it. It's worth repeating: skill ≠ interest.
In work, people often confuse what they’re good at with what they actually enjoy.
But the cost of staying in that confusion can be steep.
Matt Mochary’s Zone of Genius is one of my favorite frameworks for getting c...
1
3
Three essential questions every team should ask:
- What matters most?
- What does it look like?
- How will we stay accountable?
Then – How are we doing? (Ask it often.)
A focused team can clarify values/nonnegotiables in an hour.
Then just 15-minute check-ins every other week.
If you're a leader, bring in a coach t...
1
4
GM + happy Wednesday 👏🏻👏🏻
This week I’ve had the chance to work in person with two teams — one in Texas, one in Pennsylvania.
Remote is efficient, to be sure. But when the goal is to perform better together — nothing beats being in the room.
If you’re a leader and this speaks to you, let’s jam.
1
2
Many people think self-kindness is indulgent.
The truth? It’s one of the most overlooked leadership skills there is.
This episode of The Delta explains why 👏🏻👏🏻
Episode 14 – The Quiet Power of Self-Kindness with Sarah Musich
In a world that rewards burnout and busyness, therapist and school counselor Sarah Musi...
1
3
Positive-Sum Saturday: Giving away a tool that works 👇
Working with a leader who’s just not getting it?
This is my go-to 360º assessment for provoking awareness.
Simple. Free. Transformational when followed.
1) Coach + leader clarify goals
2) Leader picks 3–5 custom Qs
3) Team (5–8) gives input, 1:1
4) Coach synt...
1
3
Want to be more coachable? A better leader?
Start by asking better questions.
Here’s a good one by @dnznjuan 👏🏻👏🏻
2
1
Weekend Retro:
1) What was a win last week?
2) What didn't work last week?
3) What is a key takeaway/learning from last week?
4) How do I want to show up next week?
2
1
3
It’s a great day to choose again 👏🏻👏🏻
“We all felt it. We just hadn’t said it out loud.”
If you’re scared to say this isn’t working – you’re not alone.
In The Delta ep13, @chinmay.eth opens up about team trust, hard pivots, and what it really means to choose again.
We talked about what happens when conviction fades – and how to lead with values when it’
“We all felt it. We just hadn’t said it out loud.”
If you’re scared to say this isn’t working – you’re not alone.
In The Delta ep13, @chinmay.eth opens up about team trust, hard pivots, and what it really means to choose again.
We talked about what happens when conviction fades – and how to lead with values when it’...
1
3
4
👏🏻👏🏻
🚨 New episode of The Delta Podcast —
Self-Centeredness as a Vibe with @dawufi
What if self-centeredness isn’t selfish—but essential?
In this conversation, we explore how being rooted in what matters most leads to better choices, clearer communication, and a more aligned life. We talk identity, values, optimization,
2
🚨 New episode of The Delta Podcast —
Self-Centeredness as a Vibe with @dawufi
What if self-centeredness isn’t selfish—but essential?
In this conversation, we explore how being rooted in what matters most leads to better choices, clearer communication, and a more aligned life. We talk identity, values, optimization, ...
1
5
5
A Friday Retro:
1) What am I grateful for this week?
2) What was most surprising/interesting this week?
3) What does a successful next week look like?
3
👏🏻👏🏻
1
1
An 80/20 rule for founders:
Success is 20% choosing the “right” goal, and 80% sticking with the one you pick.
Pick something that matters.
Define the behaviors that bring it to life.
Add accountability, and results will follow.
After 1,000+ hours coaching individuals and teams, this is my thesis.
1
6
Want to be a better leader?
Don’t overthink the “perfect” goal.
Pick something meaningful and go after it – consistently.
The process will shape you more than the goal itself.
1
6
Friday Retro:
1) What's working in my life?
2) What would I like to be different?
3) What did I learn this week?
4) What does success next week look like?
4
10
What an insightful conversation – a must-listen for all founders.
Thank you, @betashop.eth 👏🏻👏🏻
1
3
Clarifying your values is a powerful unlock – for individuals + teams.
It takes time, but it's worth the effort to define what matters most.
There are countless ways to do this – here’s a great one for work:
app.bridgedrivers.com
Bonus: It's free.
1
6
Favorite definition of entrepreneur:
Those crazy enough to wake up + work for zero guaranteed income.
Huge admiration and respect for my founder friends 👏🏻👏🏻
1
12