Fwd: Q&A- Collaborating With Other Coaches

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From: Andrew Sheaff <andrew@andrewsheaffcoaching.com>
Date: October 29, 2025 at 5:00:17 PM EDT
To: Mark <mark@rauterkus.com>
Subject: Q&A- Collaborating With Other Coaches



​ Hello Mark,

Just because you don't agree with some (or much!) of how other coaches approach developing swimmers doesn't mean you can't collaborate successfully with them. And in certain cases, you might not have a choice! I value skill development a lot. I think it's key for helping swimmers go fast. I've certainly worked with coaches who did not share that perspective, instead focusing exclusively on fitness. Is collaborating easy? No. Possible? Yes. I was recently asked about navigating collaborative efforts, particularly with coaches with whom there doesn't seem to be much to collaborate. In the video below, I share what I've learned not just about 'making the best of it', but some strategies I've found to be effective for helping both parties improve their coaching. With a little patience and the right approach, a lot of good can come out of it. I've certainly learned a lot in situations where I (foolishly) didn't expect to. Here's a quick overview of the ideas that I discussed that may be of use to you: Find common ground Meet them where they're at Validate their approach Little wins If you have to collaborate (you do!), watch the video for all the details. ​ Keep it simple... Andrew -------------------- THE BOOK ​

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