TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING

Abhay chats with Mayur Chaudhuri, NFL assistant linebackers coach for the Carolina Panthers, about the emotional journey of coaching, the importance of mental health for all, and the impact of his Indian American cultural identity on coaching. They discuss the significance of routines, the role of data and analytics in coaching, and how success is measured beyond just wins and losses. Mayur shares personal insights and experiences that highlight the importance of building relationships with players and the challenges faced in the high-pressure environment of professional football. 

Chapters
00:00 Introduction
03:01 The Emotional Journey of a Football Season
05:34 Mental Health and Self-Care in Coaching
08:28 Communication Styles, the Appeal of Defense and Special Teams
13:55 Sponsor Break - Travelopod
14:29 Signature Moments in Coaching Career
16:53 Cultural Identity and Coaching Dynamics
21:49 Leadership and Coaching Philosophy
24:32 Navigating Ambition and Expectations
34:46 Sponsor Break - Timberdog
35:16 Grounding in Identity and Inner Voice
34:43 Influential Coaches and Personal Heroes
40:27 Quirks of Coaching and Referee Relationships
43:23 The Role of Data and Analytics in Coaching
46:34 Measuring Success and Conclusions

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