Summary:In this episode of The Roundtable, the Perf team discusses the traits that make a coaching experience more positive and how athletes can display coachable or uncoachable traits. They emphasize the importance of handling both good and bad training sessions, finding effective modes of communication, and suspending expectations. They also highlight the need for athletes to take responsibility for their own progress and respect the boundaries between coach and friend. The team shares personal experiences and insights to provide valuable information for athletes and coaches alike.Key Takeaways:Handling bad training sessions and competitions is crucial for a positive coaching experience.Effective communication and finding the right mode of feedback delivery is essential for coachability.Collaborative problem-solving and admitting mistakes can strengthen the coach-athlete relationship.Respecting boundaries and maintaining a professional coaching relationship is important for long-term success.Managing expectations and taking responsibility for progress outside of training is key to a positive coaching experience.Quotes:"Not everything's always going to go in an uphill trend and being able to handle those situations and stay with your coach long term to deal with them and figure out what's going to work moving forward." - Shania"Being open to asking questions and finding a mode of communication that works for you is important for coachability." - Sam"It's important to balance being friendly with maintaining a professional coaching relationship to avoid blurring boundaries." - David"If you're not executing as an athlete, that's where the results are always going to fall short." - Shania"Building trust and being able to have difficult conversations is crucial for a positive coaching experience." - Sam

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