Interview with Wilson Tucker

I interviewed Wilson Tucker, a trainer at the facility I'll be in and out of this semester. Wilson has worked at M.A.D. for 5 years now and is head of baseball specific training. When we were trying to schedule this meeting he said he was really busy and he didn't have a lot of time so I had to keep this interview short, precise, and efficient. The main thing I inquired about was how his expectations for his clients and his clients expectations for themselves are different, and how does he compromise and get everyone on the same page. He works with a lot of younger players that are usually 10- 16 years old so parents are also involved in this process.
TB: Do you enjoy training and why?
WT: Yeah I do, I like seeing them become better athletes and better men. It's also cool getting to see their abilities grow because of the work we have put in together.
TB: What are some of the expectations you usually have for your clients?
WT: I'm just looking for progress. I expect perfection out of them and myself so they expect the same. That's how I earn their respect.
TB: Do you ever alter these expectations and why?
WT: Yes, I have to find otut what the kids really want because at the end of the day they're the ones that are going to be putting in all of the hard work. Sometimes their parents will want things for them that they don't want and that's where the trouble starts. I believe if you want something you gotta work for it. We hold each other accountable so we can be as close to perfect as possible.
TB: How offten are these goals met?
WT: Everyday. I have had one client that has not responded well and has not improved, but his parents were a big problem. Another big part of my job is to motivate the people I train. It's just like running a business. It's the same concept as managing people. I have to find a way to get everyone on the same page and motivate them to get the job done.