CLEAR Performance Coaching

Rick Timlick, Kent Vaugh, Sam Bracken
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CLEAR is a leadership and performance coaching podcast for leaders, managers, coaches, and even parents who want to help people grow without relying on control, clichés, or empty motivation. Each episode unpacks the mindset, psychology, neuroscience, and practical coaching tools behind better conversations, stronger accountability, real behavior change, and healthier team culture. Built around the CLEAR Performance Coaching framework, this show helps you lead with more clarity, coach with more confidence, and develop people in ways that actually stick.

  1. 4d ago

    Podcast #15 - CLEAR Performance Coaching - GET PEOPLE UNSTUCK - The Stuck State

    GET PEOPLE UNSTUCK | The Stuck State — CLEAR Performance Coaching Podcast #15 Are you standing in your own way? In this episode, the co-founders of CLEAR Performance Coaching — Sam Bracken, Rick Timlick, and Kent Vaughn — break down what happens when people get stuck and how coaches can help them find their way out. We dig into Card 41 of the CLEAR coaching system: The Stuck State. You'll learn the five questions that cut through blame and get to the real barriers holding people back — from circumstances and systems to thinking and self-esteem. In this episode: - The breakthrough funnel: how to move someone from stuck to clarity - Why the first obstacle someone tells you is rarely the real one - "We judge others by their actions and ourselves by our intent" — and - - why that keeps you stuck - Anson Dorrance's 21 national championships and what he knew about accountability that most leaders miss - The Mercedes-Benz leader who discovered she was the barrier - How Dolly Parton turned a personal crisis into "Jolene" — the power of reframing - Three watch outs: don't get paralyzed, use challenges as stepping stones, reframe to ignite hope - Why letting people "gripe it out" before problem-solving actually works - The coaching secret: stop giving advice and start asking better questions - "A problem well-defined is half solved" — what that really means in practice Key takeaway: When someone brings you a blocker, don't fix it right away and don't accept it. Ask one more question. The first obstacle is usually the story they're telling themselves — the third one is probably the truth. Next episode: Breakthroughs — how to help people move from stuck to action. Upcoming Events: Tue  Sep 29    Podcast #16 1-min clip Thu  Oct 1       Podcast #16 Full version Thu  Oct 1 Workshop   8:30 AM – 12:45 PM  (Mountain Time)  Wed Oct 14 Webinar      12:00 – 1:00 PM          (Mountain Time)          Thu  Nov 5 Workshop   8:30 AM – 12:45 PM  (Mountain Time)  *Contact info@clearperformancecoaching.com for details* Meet the hosts: 🎙️ Sam Bracken | Co-Founder and Author Sam brings a coaching-first approach to performance improvement, combining extensive experience in behavioral change with deep expertise in organizational dynamics. 🎙️ Rick Timlick | Co-Founder Rick specializes in translating coaching principles into practical, implementable frameworks that drive immediate organizational impact. 🎙️ Kent Vaughn | Co-Founder Kent focuses on leadership and team dynamics, helping organizations build commitment around behavioral change initiatives. Like, subscribe  ⁨@CLEARPerformanceCoaching⁩   and hit the bell for new episodes every week. #coaching #leadership #accountability #personaldevelopment #mindset #unstuck #clearperformance #podcast #breakthrough #growthmindset

  2. 6d ago

    Podcast #15 - CLEAR Performance Coaching - GET PEOPLE UNSTUCK - The Stuck State - 1-min clip

    Coaching Podcast Teaser | CLEAR Performance Coaching "We judge other people by their actions, and we judge ourselves by our intent." Get a sneak peek at an upcoming conversation with the co-founders of CLEAR Performance Coaching — Sam Bracken, and Rick Timlick, and  Kent Vaughn — as they break down what it really takes to help people move past their own barriers. In this teaser: - Why most people default to blame instead of accountability - How the stories we tell ourselves become our first obstacle - The coaching principle: "A problem well-defined is half solved" - Why asking one more question matters more than jumping straight to solutions Full version coming soon! 🔗 Learn more about CLEAR Performance Coaching:  ⁨@CLEARPerformanceCoaching⁩   👍 Like, subscribe, and hit the bell for the full episode drop. #coaching #leadership #personaldevelopment #accountability #mindset #podcast #clearperformance

  3. Sep 17

    Podcast#14 - CLEAR Performance Coaching - GET PEOPLE UNSTUCK - The Desirec Future State

    Podcast #14 — CLEAR Performance Coaching: Getting People Unstuck — The Desired Future State In this episode of the CLEAR Performance Coaching podcast, hosts Sam Bracken, Rick Timlick, and Kent Vaughn dive deep into one of the most powerful coaching tools in the "Getting People Unstuck" toolkit: Card 40 — The Desired Future State. Building on last episode's conversation about assessing the current state, this episode explores how to help people paint a compelling, actionable vision of where they want to go — and why so many of us struggle to answer the simple question: "If you could do anything, what would it be?" In this episode, we cover: Why understanding your current state is the prerequisite to defining a future state — and why most people skip this step and jump straight to "solutions"The blind spot most people share — they can list what they don't want in 10 seconds, but go silent when asked what they do wantHow to use facts, feelings, and emotions as "rocket fuel" to pull people toward their vision — not just push them with KPIsThe power of declaring your intention out loud: turning private dreams into public commitmentsPlan A, Plan B, Plan C: helping at-risk youth (and anyone facing big gaps) build achievable visions grounded in realityThe importance of writing down your goals and reviewing them dailyWhy coaches must never be the dream busterWhy this matters: Whether you're a coach, a leader, or someone feeling stuck, this conversation offers a practical framework for moving from where you are to where you want to be. The hosts share deeply personal stories — from leaving a 24-year corporate career at 57 to overcome a traumatic childhood — and show that the path forward is always available, even when the gap seems impossible. As Kent says: "No one can go back and make a brand new start, but anyone can start now and make a brand new ending." Meet the hosts: Sam Bracken (Co-Founder, CLEAR Performance Coaching) is a bestselling author, speaker, and resilience expert. His book My Orange Duffle Bag chronicles his journey from a traumatic childhood to a life of purpose. He is the founder of the Orange Duffel Bag Initiative, a nonprofit that has helped thousands of at-risk youth change the trajectory of their lives through coaching. His upcoming books include Harder Life, Better Life on resilience and a new book on getting unstuck. Sam brings 40 years of lived and learned resilience to every conversation. Rick Timlick (Co-Founder, CLEAR Performance Coaching) is a seasoned leadership and performance coach with nearly 20 years of experience helping individuals and teams get unstuck. He specializes in bridging operational excellence principles with human behavior, applying tools like root cause analysis and mental contrasting to personal and professional growth. Kent Vaughn (Co-Founder, CLEAR Performance Coaching) is a former corporate executive who spent 24 years leading organizations before becoming an entrepreneur at 57. He is an author and a passionate advocate for helping people pursue what they truly want — even when it means changing seats on the bus. His practical wisdom and storytelling make complex coaching concepts accessible and actionable.  Subscribe for more episodes from CLEAR Performance Coaching, where leadership meets performance — grounded, practical, and purposeful. #PerformanceCoaching #Leadership #Resilience #GettingUnstuck #Coaching #PersonalGrowth #DesiredFutureState #CLEARPerformanceCoaching

  4. Sep 15

    Podcast #14 - CLEAR Performance Coaching - GET PEOPLE UNSTUCK - The Desire Future State - 1-minute clip

    They said yes. Nothing happened.  Agreement is easy — commitment is where the real work starts. In this clip, three coaches (Sam Bracken, Rick Timlick, and Kent Vaughn) break down the gap between saying yes and actually following through, and the one question most leaders never ask. 🎙️ From Clear Performance Coaching — conversations on getting people unstuck. Full episode dropping soon. Follow for more on getting unstuck. ABOUT THE HOSTS: 🎙️ Sam Bracken | Co-Founder and Author Sam brings a coaching-first approach to performance improvement, combining extensive experience in behavioral change with deep expertise in organizational dynamics. 🎙️ Rick Timlick | Co-Founder Rick specializes in translating coaching principles into practical, implementable frameworks that drive immediate organizational impact. 🎙️ Kent Vaughn | Co-Founder Kent focuses on leadership and team dynamics, helping organizations build commitment around behavioral change initiatives. #coaching #leadership #executivecoaching #accountability #mindset #shorts #getunstuck #ClearPerformanceCoaching

  5. Sep 10

    Podcast #13 - CLEAR Performance Coaching - GET PEOPLE UNSTUCK - CURRENT STATE

    Getting People Unstuck: How to Diagnose the Current State (CLEAR Coaching Podcast #13) In this episode, Sam Bracken, Rick Timlick, and Kent Vaughn, from CLEAR Performance Coaching dive into the first step of the clearing conversation: understanding a person's current state. Building on the last episode's discussion of the clearing conversation (Card #38), the team unpacks Card #39 — "What are your current circumstances?" — and explores how great coaches help people see themselves honestly before trying to move forward. Topics covered: • Why an honest "mirror" self-assessment is the starting point for real change • How to coach someone who doesn't want to admit their current state isn't what they thought • Separating facts and data from feelings and emotions • The psychology of blind spots — why 95% of people believe they're self-aware, but only 10-15% actually are • Why understanding, not fixing, is a coach's real job • Recognizing fight-or-flight states and how they block self-awareness • Using HALT (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired) to understand reactive behavior • When to recognize signs of trauma or mental health struggles and refer out appropriately • The power of silence and patience when asking powerful coaching questions • Two powerful questions from Card #39: "What are the facts telling you?" and "What are your feelings telling you?" Our tagline says it best: We help ordinary leaders become great coaches who create extraordinary results. 🔗 Watch the related video mentioned in this episode — https://youtu.be/S0gWMo8uevU #Leadership #Coaching #ClearPerformanceCoaching #ExecutiveCoaching #Podcast

  6. Sep 9

    Podcast #13 - CLEAR Performance Coaching - GET PEOPLE UNSTUCK - 1-min clip

    Feeling stuck? You might be looking in the wrong place. 95% believe they're self-aware. Only 10% actually are.  In this clip from our latest episode, Sam Bracken, Rick Timlick, and Kent Vaughn,break down the psychology of blind spots—why your brain protects your self-image, and what actually works to get unstuck. If you're a leader looking to build a performance-driven culculture without the fluff, this one's for you. Subscribe:  @CLEARPerformanceCoaching   To Learn More: www.clearperformancecoaching.com Watch the clip and Full Version is coming soon...

  7. Sep 3

    Podcast #12 - CLEAR Performance Coaching - Improve Performance - RESULTS

    Improving Performance & Getting Results | CLEAR Performance Coaching Podcast #12 In this episode of the CLEAR Performance Coaching podcast, hosts Sam Bracken, Rick Timlick, and Kent Vaughn dive into the "Results" pillar of the CLEAR framework (Clarity, Leverage, Engagement, Accountability, Results). They explore why celebrating wins matters just as much as learning from failure, how leaders can avoid burnout-inducing pressure, and why a "fail fast, learn fast" mindset builds resilience and repeatable success. Topics include: Why celebrating success reinforces the behaviors that got you thereThe danger of chasing "more" without pausing to recognize achievementHow to reset, refocus, and adjust after missing a goalTurning safety and performance "oopsies" into learning momentsThe neuroscience of dopamine, motivation, and habit formationSam Bracken's insights from his upcoming book, Harder Life, Better Life: The Five Stages on Your Journey to ResilienceWhether you're leading a team, coaching others, or working on your own growth, this episode offers practical, real-world strategies for turning both wins and losses into lasting improvement. Check out Sam's video on Results: https://youtu.be/EUlCMK2uWQs Upcoming Event: Webinar - "Helping Leaders Become Great Coaches: Closing the Coaching Gap".  - Details and Reserve a spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/webinar-helping-leaders-become-great-coaches-closing-the-coaching-gap-registration-1998865397211 ABOUT THE HOSTS Sam Bracken Co-Founder and Author | CLEAR Performance Coaching Sam brings a coaching-first approach to performance improvement, combining years of experience in behavioral change with a deep understanding of organizational dynamics. Rick Timlick Co-Founder | CLEAR Performance Coaching Rick specializes in translating coaching principles into practical frameworks that teams and organizations can implement immediately. His focus is on making complex concepts accessible and actionable. Kent Vaughn Co-Founder | CLEAR Performance Coaching Kent focuses on the leadership and team dynamics aspects of leverage, helping organizations understand how to build commitment around behavioral change initiatives.

  8. Season 1, Episode 12 Trailer

    Podcast #12 - CLEAR Performance Coaching - Improve Performance - RESULTS - 1-Min Clip

    Results don't just happen — they're coached. In this clip, Sam Bracken, Rick Timlick, and Kent Vaughn break down why satisfaction isn't about the outcome itself, but the outcome relative to expectations — and why "failing fast" is the key to real growth. What you'll learn: 1. Why getting paid for results changes your mindset 2. How to coach a "fail fast" culture on your team 3. The power of celebrating small wins nobody's noticed before 4. A simple 3-step leadership pattern: Celebrate, Repeat, or Reset — no charisma required, just 15 minutes If you're a leader looking to build a performance-driven culculture without the fluff, this one's for you. Subscribe:  @CLEARPerformanceCoaching   To Learn More: www.clearperformancecoaching.com

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CLEAR is a leadership and performance coaching podcast for leaders, managers, coaches, and even parents who want to help people grow without relying on control, clichés, or empty motivation. Each episode unpacks the mindset, psychology, neuroscience, and practical coaching tools behind better conversations, stronger accountability, real behavior change, and healthier team culture. Built around the CLEAR Performance Coaching framework, this show helps you lead with more clarity, coach with more confidence, and develop people in ways that actually stick.

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  • Creator
    Rick Timlick, Kent Vaugh, Sam Bracken
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 CLEAR Performance Coaching
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