Ali Kershner, MS, CSCS

@alikershner

Coach, Entrepreneur, Creative . Duke Soccer Alum. Northern California native. Coffee enthusiast.

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Joined September 2009
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  1. May 8

    You had me at BBQ

    Replying to @Nick__DiMarco
    Would love for people join & Dr Adam Petway to experience what called “the 200 person round table & bbq” this July 15/16 in RVA. Get your seats @ the link or dm me for group rates
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  2. Apr 27

    We fear people, ideas and things we don't know and we often hate what we fear. Which means we typically hate things we don't really know. Before you hate- ask yourself if you've taken the time to really understand that person, idea or thing.

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  3. Apr 19

    I've always loved this quote but felt it was missing something... here's my revised version: "When your values are clear, [you're okay with failing frequently AND you stop caring what others think about you so much], decision making becomes easy." Easier said than done. 🙃

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  4. Apr 15

    Speaking is hard but we all have a story or a message that could help a LOT of people. Come practice with us.

    If you’ve ever wanted an opportunity to provide more value to others, share your story & sharpen your ability to connect with a crowd this is it. The AoC Speaking School kicks off in May. 2-Days, All Professions Welcome, 1-Purpose: To Improve
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  5. Mar 1

    When we approach conversations as if we aren't (yet) on the same page as the other person, we get better outcomes. Navigating complexity / perception makes us think twice, LISTEN & seek to understand. If there IS a misunderstanding, communication = the tool to bridge that gap.

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  6. Feb 7

    This guy is the real deal- a true expert in human behavior, power dynamics, social intelligence and the messy realities of leadership. His books will always have a place on my shelf 🙌 Give this episode a listen if you haven't already!

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    If you aren’t willing to double down on improving how you communicate, it’s hard to call yourself a true coach. gets it, and having this conversation with him was something to remember. Full episode available on all podcast platforms:
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  7. Jan 31

    Thank you ! Some AMAZING coaches/people on that list ✊

    For no reason other than I’m waiting on vball to start here are some of my favorite follows: @CoachGeeSHS
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  8. Jan 27

    As a recovering people pleaser one of the most important lessons I’ve learned is that trying to please people LESS will make them MORE likely to respect and treat you better in the long run. Respectfully asking for what you want/need shows you actually trust & value yourself.

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  9. 16 Nov 2021

    Things we aren’t taught formally but are absolutely essential & make all the difference in the world: 1. Money and Personal Finance 2. Healthy Relationships and Sex 3. Mental Health and Self Awareness 4. How to Have Hard, Respectful Conversations (especially about #1-3)

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  10. 27 Sep 2021

    Becoming a more agile communicator will actually WIDEN the gap between you & poor communicators- making it appear more difficult / messy at first. If that’s your objection, you can bring them with you or purposely NOT improve yourself. Good luck justifying that second one 😉

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  11. 22 Sep 2021

    A pervasive issue. Fancy tools, tech, formulas and diagrams won’t solve our problems. We’ve got to look for answers in different places.

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    “..we have a culture that prizes measuring things over understanding people, and hence is disproportionately weak at both seeking and recognizing psychological answers.” -Alchemy by Rory Sutherland Kinda sounds like the S&C profession..🤔
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  12. 9 Sep 2021

    As an over-thinker, the best thing you can do is take action. START. Do anything. Say what you’ve wanted to say. Put that idea out in the world. OVER-thinking implies thinking occurred which inherently means it’s probably OK. And if it isn’t yet- change, iterate and adapt.

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  13. Retweeted
    5 Sep 2021

    Autonomy can help teach athlete's about how training effects them, but the control is not easy to let go of. In The Manual,Vol. 6, shares the why's & how's to how she added autonomy in training, & why she's never going back to "how things were"

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  14. 15 Jul 2021

    Being open-minded, curious & receptive to opposing views AND having strong values / beliefs aren't mutually exclusive traits. Rather, the ability to constantly question and pressure test personal principles is an indicator of true intelligence.

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  15. 29 Jun 2021

    Something I struggle with daily.

    An easy trap to fall into for the curious amongst us is information overload. We can simultaneously be gluttonous on information while being starved for real knowledge. Combat this by asking yourself what your biggest struggles are. Bridge those, then take the next small step.
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  16. 28 Jun 2021

    A sense of humor, outside interests, the ability to not take oneself so seriously and divergent thinking are some of the most undervalued qualities in a leader. In order to inspire you must first relate to those you lead.

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  17. Retweeted
    18 Jun 2021

    Conversations about controversial topics are best had in context rich mediums. Today, & I cover: ✅How to approach discussions about race, gender, & politics ✅Training youth athletes ✅Strategies for working w/someone you can’t stand 

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  18. 8 Jun 2021

    For the first time in my life I’m RE-reading a book. I know… The old me (a notorious information over-consumer) is shuddering at the thought. But guess what? Coming at foundational knowledge with fresh eyes and life experience makes it applicable in a whole new way. Go figure.

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  19. Retweeted
    7 Jun 2021

    Our goal at Art of Coaching is to help coaches and leaders deal with complex social issues they face in their work and life. We do this formally, informally and in every setting imaginable. Most importantly, we do this.

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  20. 26 May 2021

    Read that first line again.

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    What true coach or leader would pass up on an opportunity to grow as a communicator? None of us are as good as we think we are in this space. Growth happens when our egos are put in check. We’re all apprentices in a craft we will never master.👇
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