Performance Level Podcast

About Performance Level Podcast

Welcome to the Performance Level podcast, where we aim to empower individuals to unlock their full potential through conversations with experts in all fields of performance. Join us as we delve into the tools, techniques, and strategies needed to ignite personal growth, overcome challenges, and guide leaders towards impactful and fulfilling lives. Get ready to unleash boundless possibilities and ignite the fire within! Unleash Potential, Ignite Performance

Publisher

The Performance Level Podcast

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Apr 2020

Latest episode

10 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

47 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Aug 2026

   The Power of Vulnerability in Coaching with Denise Brown

   In this episode of The Performance Level Podcast, Eric Clermont sits down with Denise Brown for a powerful conversation on vulnerability, communication, trust, and what it really means to lead as a coach. Denise shares why coaching is about far more than tactics, training sessions, and game plans. At its core, coaching is about relationships — and the ability to create an environment where players feel seen, heard, and safe enough to grow. Throughout the conversation, Denise explores how openness can unlock leadership in athletes, especially those who may be shy, cautious, or unsure of their voice. Sometimes, even a simple yes-or-no question can become the doorway to deeper confidence, stronger communication, and greater ownership. This episode challenges the old idea that coaches always need to have every answer. Instead, Denise reminds us that saying “I don’t know,” listening with intention, and creating space for honest conversations can be some of the most powerful tools a coach has. Whether you are a coach, athlete, parent, or leader, this conversation will help you rethink the role of vulnerability in leadership — and how stronger communication can change the culture of a team from the inside out. 🎙️ Listen to the full episode of The Performance Level Podcast.

2. 

   3 Aug 2026

   From Ivory Coast to MLS: The Mindset That Changed Everything

   In this episode of The Performance Level Podcast, Eric Clermont sits down with Hakim Karamoko to explore the mindset, resilience, and belief that helped him go from a humble kid in Ivory Coast to becoming an MLS Draft pick. Hakim’s journey is anything but straightforward. After growing up in Ivory Coast and moving to the United States at 13, he had to adapt to a new country, a new culture, and a new level of competition. Along the way, he faced injuries, setbacks, uncertainty, and moments where giving up could have felt like the easier option. But Hakim kept going. Through staying present, asking questions, remaining coachable, and believing that there was more in him, he built a mindset that allowed him to keep growing through every challenge. This conversation goes beyond soccer. It is about resilience, humility, identity, and the power of never settling for less than what you are capable of becoming. Hakim’s story is a reminder that talent may open doors, but mindset, discipline, and perseverance are what help you walk through them. Whether you are an athlete, coach, parent, or someone chasing a big dream, this episode will remind you that every setback can become a setup for your comeback. 🎙️ Listen to the full episode of The Performance Level Podcast.

3. 

   27 Jul 2026

   From the soccer field to the stage, with Kotaro Umeda

   This week on The Performance Level Podcast, Eric Clermont sits down with Kotaro Umeda for a powerful conversation on resilience, faith, identity, and the deeper meaning behind life’s hardest moments. Kotaro shares his journey from the soccer field to the stage, opening up about the struggles that shaped him — from growing up in difficult environments, to losing loved ones, to battling his own mental health. But through each challenge, he discovered values that would become the foundation of his life: discipline, courage, faith, and service. In this episode, Kotaro reflects on how setbacks can become stepping stones, how pain can be transformed into purpose, and why true success is not only measured by achievement, but by the impact we leave on others. Whether through sports, speaking, writing, or serving the people around him, Kotaro’s mission has shifted from “me” to “we” — helping others recognize that their struggles may become the very foundation for their greatest growth. This conversation is a must-listen for athletes, coaches, parents, and anyone navigating adversity who needs a reminder that your story is not over — and your hardest chapters may become your greatest source of strength. 🎙️ Listen to The Performance Level Podcast every Monday.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

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