Philipp Humm on Storytelling Frameworks, Player Resistance, and Behavior Change

About this episode

Philipp Humm discusses effective communication strategies for coaches, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in overcoming resistance and fostering trust.

In this episode of Slappin' Glass, we’re joined by storytelling and communication expert Philipp Humm for a deep, practical conversation on how coaches can communicate more clearly, persuasively, and memorably—especially under pressure. Philip breaks down why how you communicate often matters more than what you say, and why stories—when used intentionally—can cut through resistance, build trust, and create lasting behavioral change. He introduces his simple but powerful P.A.S.T. framework (Pl...

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Host: Slappin' Glass

Guest: Philipp Humm

Topics covered

• storytelling
• communication
• coaching
• behavior change
• trust building

Keywords

• storytelling frameworks
• player resistance
• behavior change
• communication skills
• coaching techniques

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