You Can't Cheat Experience with Jacob Banegas

There is no substitute for experience, but the best coaches know how to combine experience with education, adaptability, and a willingness to keep learning.In this episode of the Samson Strength Coach Collective, Jacob Banegas shares the path that took him from a multi-sport athlete to coaching and eventually building Built Sports Performance. Along the way, Jacob faced transfers, the disruption of COVID-19, career uncertainty, and the challenges that come with starting a sports performance business.Jacob discusses how those experiences shaped his approach to coaching and leadership. He also breaks down the importance of continuing education, simplifying sports science for athletes and parents, developing trust with clients, and knowing when to step back and recalibrate when things don't go according to plan.Key TakeawaysPersistence and adaptability are critical when navigating setbacks in coaching and business.Education provides coaches with a foundation, but experience teaches lessons that cannot be replicated in a classroom.Coaches need to simplify complex training concepts to build trust with athletes, parents, and clients.Long-term athletic development should take priority over chasing short-term results.Networking and mentorship can create opportunities throughout a coaching career.Building a sports performance business requires resilience, communication, and a willingness to continually adapt.Quote"You can't cheat experience, experience is education." — Jacob Banegas