Building High-Performing Teams in Athletics
I help collegiate athletic programs build stronger teams, develop confident leaders, and create cultures designed for lasting success - on and off the field. Drawing from my experience as a former college coach, I understand the unique demands of athletics and bring practical, adaptable strategies that help coaches, athletes, and staff thrive.
Accountability
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Direct access
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Trusted online space
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Zoom sessions
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Accountability ✳︎ Direct access ✳︎ Trusted online space ✳︎ Zoom sessions ✳︎
Developing Teams, Leaders, and Cultures That Last
My work in athletics is grounded in the desire to create and sustain high-performing teams. Whether it’s helping a struggling team turn things around or supporting an already successful program in maintaining its legacy, I bring a unique set of skills to meet the diverse needs of each program. By teaching transferable leadership and team-building skills, I can work with nearly any sport, adapting to the specific dynamics of the team.
I offer support through singular events, ongoing projects, or season-long retainers. My experience spans all divisions and conferences, including the SEC, Big Ten, and ACC, allowing me to work effectively with teams at every level of collegiate athletics.
As a former college coach, I understand the demands, pressures, and unique challenges that coaching staffs face. My approach is designed to help coaches and athletes thrive both on and off the field.
Here’s what my work in athletics typically looks like
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Team Building and Leadership Development
Facilitating workshops and activities that foster collaboration, accountability, and leadership both on the field and in the locker room.
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Team Culture and Conflict Resolution
Helping teams create a positive, inclusive culture while providing tools to manage and resolve conflicts that can arise in high-pressure environments.
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Small Group Sessions with Team Leaders and Emerging Leaders
Working closely with team leaders and emerging leaders to develop their leadership skills and build strong peer relationships.
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Team Building and Leadership Development
Facilitating workshops and activities that foster collaboration, accountability, and leadership both on the field and in the locker room.
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Team Culture and Conflict Resolution
Helping teams create a positive, inclusive culture while providing tools to manage and resolve conflicts that can arise in high-pressure environments.
Through this work, I aim to build teams that not only perform at their highest level but also develop the mental resilience and leadership skills necessary for long-term success.
Meet Your Host
After a long career in Higher Education, Molly Grisham left that industry to start her own business. She now works as a Keynote Speaker and Experiential Facilitator. She helps groups with issues like team building, leadership development, and conflict resolution. With nearly two decades of experience as a College Soccer Coach and Communication Professor, Molly approaches her work as an educator. She meets people where they are and helps them move to where they want to be.
Molly holds degrees in Communication from Belmont University, the University of Illinois, and Missouri State University.
Molly is down-to-earth and compels her audience to participate in the learning process. She engages groups from the moment she steps in front of them and leaves them with tools and processes to use long after an event has ended.
When not facilitating, Molly can be found at her favorite used bookstore and at various international restaurants in St. Louis.
