The Peter Principle is brutally simple: people get promoted to their level of incompetence. In coaching, that means the great position coach becomes an overwhelmed coordinator, and the star coordinator becomes a struggling head coach.
In this episode, Keith Grabowski breaks down exactly where the trip-ups happen at every level and—most importantly—shows you how to prepare now so the next promotion doesn’t become your level of incompetence. You’ll hear real-world examples from Ohio HS Hall of Famer Thom McDaniels, Caleb Collins (Detroit Lions), and Tom Perkovich (U. Albany), plus a clear roadmap to build the skills for the rung above you while dominating your current role.
This episode is presented by Modern Football Technology.
What You’ll Learn
- The exact definition and origin of the Peter Principle
- The three biggest blind spots when moving from position coach → coordinator → head coach
- Why narrow specialists get exposed fast
- How to “major and minor” in positions and schemes so you’re ready for the next job
- Real preparation habits from coaches who’ve successfully climbed the ladder
- Why the Coach and Coordinator Network exists and how it helps you beat the Peter Principle
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