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What happens when you walk into a situation and quickly realize it isn\u2019t what you expect?\xa0\nHow do you respond and learn to adapt?\xa0\xa0\nHow do you know where you need to change and where to stand firm?\nCurrently Head of Performance with US Soccer, Darcy found himself asking these questions after he and his family moved overseas, to a country where they couldn\u2019t speak the language and they were largely unfamiliar with the surrounding culture.\xa0 In the midst of navigating the lonely moments that he and his family were experiencing, Darcy\u2019s willingness to reflect deeply on his values and level of self-awareness propelled him into the leader he is today in all scopes of life.\nAfter working over 25 years in the Human Performance industry in multiple Director positions, Darcy has spent the past 10 years focused on creating and implementing methodologies and applied data, building strategic relations, hiring, training and managing performance staffs at the highest level.\xa0 Having lived and worked in four countries with scores of invitations for speaking engagements around the world, Darcy\u2019s professional relationships and networking span the globe in all sports.\nIn today\u2019s episode, we expand on this reflection process, and several other topics, including:\n\xa0\nThe role of self-awareness in contextual intelligence (25:50)\nEmbracing yourself as a leader, even if you don\u2019t see yourself as one (34:45)\nHow having a basic understanding of power dynamics and context can improve your ability to analyze and address a situation optimally (47:00)\nThe 2 most important questions to utilize in a staff evaluation (59:00)\nHow to Connect with Darcy:\nWebsite: Darcy Norman Consulting\nTwitter: @DarcyNorman\nEmail: dnorman@ussoccer.org OR darcynormanconsulting@gmail.com\xa0\nLinkedIn: Darcy Norman\nReferenced Resources:\nMultiple times in the episode, Darcy mentions the importance of understanding and developing the skill of utilizing power dynamics within your context.\xa0 Become a more influential leader, and learn how to recognize and manage power basis by attending our Apprenticeship workshop!\xa0 We only have a handful of workshops left in 2023, so don\u2019t wait.\xa0 Check out our entire schedule and sign up today HERE.\nWe also did a great episode covering power bases a while back.\xa0 Here\u2019s a direct link to it for easy reference: E63: Power Dynamics in Leadership\nIf you want to get more out of your podcast experience with Art of Coaching, try \u201clinking your thinking\u201d and utilizing our FREE Reflection Question worksheets, just like Darcy.\nNew Opportunity to Be a Part of the Art of Coaching Team:\nWe are proud to announce the beginning of our AoC Facilitator program! This is your front door to becoming an inside member of the AOC team, and will give you the chance to teach on a flexible schedule, representing a globally recognized brand, impacting the lives of thousands and earning money while you do it. And we are always looking for driven and dedicated professionals. Our next course is coming up quickly, so click here to check out all the details TODAY.\nToday\u2019s episode is brought to you by:\nBetterHelp: Listen, life does not come with a user manual. You don't need me to tell you that. So when it's not working for you, maybe you feel like you're in a funk, maybe you're having a hard time making a decision, maybe you just need somebody to listen to you. It is an asset to be able to reach out to the world's largest therapy service. Better help has matched 3 million people with Professionally licensed and bedded therapists that are available 100% online, and it's affordable.\xa0 Go to betterhelp.com/aoc.\nMomentous: Regardless of your profession or lifestyle, the benefits of a good night\u2019s sleep are undeniable. \xa0 With their new, revamped and melatonin-free\xa0 sleep formula, you can enjoy the benefits of a great night\u2019s sleep without having to deal with the next day's grogginess. All of their products are tested at the highest level, and they are for anyone who wants to feel bette