BTK 009. Balancing Coaching Mechanics with Personal Connection in CrossFit | Gene Williams

In this episode of Behind the Knowledge, Pat Barber and Todd Occhiuto talk with Gene Williams, a Level 3 CrossFit Coach and CrossFit Seminar Staff member. Gene shares his journey from starting a gym in his garage to becoming a respected Coach, focusing on the balance between technical expertise and building personal connections with athletes. He also discusses the importance of staff development, his challenges, and his growth within CrossFit's seminar team. -- LEVEL UP YOUR COACHING INSIDE THE KNOWLEDGE PRO⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -- FREE WORLD-CLASS COACH EVALUATION https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/world-class-coach-evaluation -- 00:00 - Introduction 00:51 - Recent Coaching Wins at CrossFit Foundry 02:23 - Momentum and Energy in the Gym 03:46 - Shifting from Technical to People Skills 05:46 - Evolution of Coaching Philosophy 09:20 - Art Projects and Gym Design 10:04 - Wins Outside of Coaching 12:28 - Staff Development and Challenges 16:07 - Coaching Development Strategies at CrossFit Foundry 26:00 - Evolution of On-Ramp Programs 38:10 - Path to CrossFit Seminar Staff 44:23 - Motivation and Continuous Growth as a Coach