Jon Gordon’s Workshops For Athletic Programs - Empower Coaches & Athletes

Jon Gordon Workshops

ELEVATE YOUR ATHLETIC PROGRAMS WITH POSITIVE MINDSET, LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK

Complacency, apathy, division, entitlement and mental struggles too often sabotage athletic teams and keep them from realizing their goals and dreams. The Energy Bus, Power of Positive Leadership (POPL) and Power of a Positive Team (POPT) programs have been proven to help athletic programs at all levels build a winning culture of positivity, grit, trust, and teamwork. Your workshop will be led by a Jon Gordon Certified Trainer , specially trained to deliver these powerful results.

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RIGHT FOR YOUR ATHLETIC PROGRAM OR TEAM

Whether you're an athletic director, coach or team leader, The Energy Bus, Power of Positive Leadership and Power of a Positive Team provide the tools to elevate your entire program. Certified Trainers will lead your sessions, ensuring the highest quality delivery of these proven strategies.

The Energy Bus

Create a Positive Mindset

The Energy Bus inspires individuals and teams to:

Power of Positive Leadership (POPL)

Lead with Confidence

POPL empowers Athletic Directors, Coaches, Captains and Leaders to:

Power of a Positive Team (POPT)

Build Championship Teams

POPT helps Coaches, Athletes and Teams:

Don’t just take our word for it

Hear what others have to say:

“Bringing Chad and Jade from the Jon Gordon Team to share the Power of Positive Leadership was one of the best things we have done. Our staff really enjoyed this engaging and interactive workshop and have already implemented many of the things they learned in their daily work routine. Positive Leadership is such a powerful tool in motivating and maintaining a great staff.”

J . Keith Carter

Athletics Director, Ole Miss

“With so many challenges facing college athletics today, having the Jon Gordon Companies as a partner and trusted advisor has been a competitive advantage for our entire Athletic Department as we continue to grow and develop our culture and vision.”

Ryan Ivey

Vice President and Director of Athletics, Louisiana Tech University

“The Power of a Positive Team has been a great addition to our program. It can be challenging to build strong connections and a positive team culture in a sport like Golf that is often thought of as an individual sport. Working with Chad and the Jon Gordon Companies has not only help us build a more connected team, it has also helped our coaching staff lead with more optimism, positivity and belief.”

Missy Farr-Kaye

Head Coach, Arizona St. Women’s Golf

“Thomas Williams provided a phenomenal opportunity for our student athletes to grow as individuals in the matter of one hour. His impact on our program will be noticed not only on the field this year, but for life within each player. He truly motivates and challenges one’s mindset and perspectives to accomplish greater opportunities in all the obstacles that life can present on a daily basis.”

Chris Sutcliffe

Northern Illinois University Head Coach Women’s Softball

“The Power of Positive Leadership training provided our staff the insight, tools, and empowerment to work together to achieve our goals and build a culture that positions Boise State for future success. I highly recommend the training to any organization searching for tools to inspire employees and transform company culture.”

Jeramiah Dickey

Athletic Director, Boise St. University

“The Power of a Positive Team Workshops have given our coaches and players tools to confront, transform, and remove the negativity that often exists in college athletics. Our players have really enjoyed the interactive sessions and team building exercises as we continue to cultivate our culture and core values here at Ole Miss.”

Mike Bianco

Head Coach, Ole Miss Baseball

“The Power of a Positive Team Workshop with the Jon Gordon Companies has been awesome for our coaches and staff. We’ve all noticed some amazing positive shifts. The activities, stories, and lessons shared have been instrumental in transforming our team. We’re excited to continue our journey with Chad and the Jon Gordon Companies!”

Eddie George

Head Coach – Tennessee State University Football

“As a Head Coach, I am always looking for better ways to connect with my players and build a more connected team. The decision to bring in Chad Busick from the Jon Gordon Companies to do Power of a Positive Team Workshops has been a game changer for our coaches, players and team.”

Candace Moats

Head Coach, Indiana Wesleyan University Women’s Volleyball

2x NAIA National Champions (’23,’24)

What Does The Research Say About Positive Teams?

In short, if you want players that make better decisions under pressure, perform at a higher level individually and collectively, who are more resilient when facing stress, challenges and adversity, and are better able to bounce back after defeats, then positivity should be a focus.

Positive leaders are able to make better decisions under pressure (Institute of HeartMath, 2012).
Positive emotions such as gratitude and appreciation help athletes perform at a higher level (Institute of HeartMath, 2012).
Positive people are able to maintain a broader perspective and see the big picture, which helps them identify solutions, whereas negative people maintain a narrower perspective and tend to focus on problems (Fredrickson, 2009).
Positive people who regularly express positive emotions are more resilient when facing stress, challenges, and adversity. (Department of Psychology, Boston College - Michele M. Tugade and Barbara L. Fredrickson)
A 2011 study published in the Journal of Applied Sport Psychology found that athletes who experienced positive reinforcement from their coaches and teammates performed better under pressure.
A 2016 study from Frontiers in Psychology highlighted that positive emotional climates within teams were associated with stronger bounce-back abilities after failures.
Athletes who are part of teams that emphasize positivity report lower levels of burnout and stress.

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Jon Gordon Certified Trainer?

Our Certified Trainers are selected for their expertise in both athletics and positive leadership, ensuring that your team benefits from the highest quality training.

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to Take Your Athletics Program to the Next Level?

Your athletes and coaches will gain the tools they need to overcome challenges, build trust, and achieve success—led by a Jon Gordon Certified Trainer.