In this powerful episode of The Coach Matthew Mitchell Show, we conclude our “Risk and Reward” acronym by breaking down the final letter in the R.I.S.K. acronym: K – Keep Grounded. Coach Mitchell dives deep into how staying rooted in the winning tools of honesty, hard work, and discipline helps leaders navigate emotional risk and stay bold without being reckless.

You'll learn how to be B.O.L.D.—Brave, Organized, Learning, and Diligent—and why boldness is a mindset rooted in preparation, not just impulse. This episode will equip you with practical insight to face your fears, reject perfectionism, and take courageous action toward your goals.

🔑 Don’t mistake risky for bold—this episode will help you know the difference and act with clarity and confidence.

Welcome to Episode 38 of The Coach Matthew Mitchell Show! In this fourth installment of our R.I.S.K. & Reward series, Coach Mitchell breaks down the “S” in the acronym: Strategize Responsibly.

We all encounter high-stakes, high-pressure moments—situations where risk feels overwhelming. But how we strategize in those moments can determine whether we grow or get stuck. Coach Mitchell dives deep into how leaders—and aspiring leaders—can build thoughtful, realistic plans that benefit both themselves and their teams.

Learn how to evaluate your talent, energy, and skills, understand the power of aspirational realism, and maximize your three key resources: time, talent, and treasure. Coach Mitchell shares practical insights from his own leadership journey, both on the court and in life, and reminds us that great leadership starts with leading yourself well.

Three guiding questions to ask when planning:

Is the plan aspirationally realistic?
Are we using our resources effectively?
Is the plan easily understandable?
Tune in, get inspired, and start leading with purpose. And don’t forget to visit coachmatthewmichael.com for more tools to build a life of excellence.

In Part 3 of our powerful leadership series "Risk & Reward: Mastering Challenges in Leadership," Coach Matthew Mitchell breaks down the "I" in the RISK acronym: Identify Consequences. But not the way you’ve always heard it. In this episode, Coach challenges the fear-based mindset that sees consequences only as punishment—and redefines them as the results of choices, both good and bad.

With personal stories from his upbringing and coaching journey, Coach Mitchell shares how reframing consequences can shift your leadership from fear to belief. You’ll learn how responsibility, dependability, and consistency aren't just noble traits—they’re profitable actions with powerful results.

Tune in and walk away with tactical steps to:

Shift your mindset from fear-based to belief-based leadership.
Reclaim the word “consequences” as a tool for growth.
Take consistent, dependable, responsible actions that lead to long-term success.
Subscribe now and take the next bold step in mastering risk and reward in your leadership journey.