Culture OS

“Continuity and Connection: How Clayt Birmingham Built a Program That Feels Like Family”

At the University of Wisconsin–Stout, the wins tell one story. However, the people behind them tell another. Head coach Clayt Birmingham has led the Blue Devils for nearly two decades, and what he’s built is more than a program — it’s a living example of Clayt Birmingham’s Wisconsin–Stout football culture, where family and connection drive…

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Why They Stayed: How Brad Spencer’s Culture Keeps Players — and Standards — for the Long Haul

For the first time since 1964, Wheaton College didn’t score a point in the Little Brass Bell rivalry. North Central’s 41–0 win was another milestone in a program built on precision and pride—but for head coach Brad Spencer, the victory said as much about culture as it did execution. Since taking over at his alma…

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Building a Process-Driven Culture

When Alex Golesh took over as the head coach of the University of South Florida (USF) football program, he faced a significant challenge. Inheriting a team that had only won four games in the previous three years, Golesh recognized the need for a complete cultural transformation. His solution? A process-driven approach that emphasizes daily excellence,…

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Culture OS – Series Highlights with Guest Host Rob Pomazak, Head Coach, St. Charles North High School (IL)

In our final episode of Culture OS for 2024, Rob Pomazak and Keith Grabowski share their key takeaways and the common threads running throughout the series, focusing on aspects of mission, vision, purpose, and trust.

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Culture OS – Alex Golesh, Head Coach, University of South Florida

In this installment of Culture OS, Alex Golesh discusses the challenges and rewards of leadership, work-life balance, elite behavior standards, and the importance of relentless focus on process for long-term success.

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Culture OS – Brad Spencer, Head Coach, North Central College

In this episode of our Culture OS series, Brad Spencer shares his coaching journey, emphasizing values of faith, family, and academics. Coach Spencer also discusses the challenges and successes that shape his coaching style, recruiting local talent, and fostering a supportive team culture.

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Culture OS – Anthony Shiffman, Head Coach, Waterford High School (WI)

In this episode of our Culture OS series, Tony Shiffman emphasizes the importance of building trust and connection with players, as well as how to do it, and shares how he finds work-life balance in the demands of the coaching profession.

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Culture OS – Derek Leonard, Head Coach, Rochester High School (IL)

In this Culture OS episode, Derek Leonard discusses with guest host Rob Pomazak his family legacy in Illinois high school football, his unique coaching journey, and the winning strategies that have defined his career.

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Culture OS – Kyle Ralph, Head Coach, New Palestine High School (IN)

In this installment of our Culture OS series, Kyle Ralph discusses with guest host Rob Pomazak the key elements of building a successful football program and creating a winning culture.

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Culture OS – Matt Drinkall, Offensive Line Coach, Army West Point

In this first episode of Culture OS, guest hosted by Rob Pomazak, Army Offensive Line Coach Matt Drinkall shares insights drawn from his extensive coaching career and offers valuable leadership and program development lessons.

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