The NEXT Coat Of Paint

"Training is like painting a wall. You've got to be patient. If you put that second coat on too early, you'll mess it up."
-Carl Nafzger, Trainer, Street Sense

Even if you're not a horseracing fan, this year's Kentucky Derby held high theater. Without a clear favorite, the crowned winner would have an excellent back story.

With 19 horses to sail on the backstretch, a three-year old named Street Sense charged to the front to take the jewel of The Triple Crown with commanding authority.

We see the two minutes of glory -- NOT the hours invested on training.

Hearing great genius in two minutes on-air is much like the two minutes at Churchill Downs. We only hear the end product -- not the guidance and work ethic to make it happen.

You can apply this basic coaching tactic to air talent, sales executives or strong management. It's one step at a time. When you rush the process, you "mess it up."

When coaching, take one critical issue at a time. Throwing several items at the student to address only confuses the result -- like a reverse domino effect. If you've suffered through a golf lesson, you know what I'm saying.

Once you've conquered one issue, move slowly on to the next.

You will have the gratification of witnessing the true growth in baby steps. You might even grow yourself.