by Philip Darke & Paul Jobson
Hosts Paul Jobson and Phil Darke have decades of experience as leaders, husbands, fathers, soccer coaches, players, and referees. In this podcast, Paul and Phil will have conversations with guests from the worlds of leadership and soccer about how we can flourish by examining life and leadership through the lens of the "beautiful game.”
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May 1, 2025
<p class="MsoNormal">In Episode 170, Sean Miller, founder of Upper 90 HQ, talks with Phil and Paul about his entrepreneurial journey that started with filming soccer games, leading to the creation of his video company that serves soccer teams and players around the US. Sean dives into his personal story, emphasizing how faith and soccer have influenced his leadership and shift in life priorities. He discusses the challenges and opportunities within the US soccer landscape, drawing from his family's extensive involvement in the sport. The discussion also covers Sean's leadership principles, his defining moments in soccer, and how the game has shaped his approach to marriage and parenting. Specifically, Sean discusses:</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->His story, his passion for soccer, leadership, entrepreneurship, and how he started Upper 90 HQ (6:54)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->His personal why/life purpose and how he is living it out (15:43)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->How he has used lessons learned in soccer in his business life (20:15)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->The power of vulnerability (27:05)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->Lessons he has learned from a couple defining moments in his soccer career (33:03)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->His thoughts on the current state of soccer in the US, from the youth to professional ranks, from the “Alphabet Soup” to the “Merry-Go-Round” (40:17)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->Lessons learned from soccer that he is using in his marriage and parenting (55:28)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->His recommendations (57:47)</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Resources and Links from this Episode</strong></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href="https://www.upper90hq.com/">Upper90HQ Website</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href="https://youtu.be/2IdXKWQY_-M">Uncut Video of the Episode</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/howsoccerexplainsleadership">HSEL Facebook Group</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href="https://www.warriorwaysoccer.com/">Warrior Way Soccer</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href= "https://www.coachingthebiggergame.com/">Coaching the Bigger Game Program</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href="mailto:[email protected]">Phil’s email for DISC Training</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wk5OxqtpBR4">“Adolescence”</a> (Netflix Series)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href="https://www.thechosen.tv/en-us">“The Chosen”</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href= "https://www.primevideo.com/detail/House-of-David/0PGUBDIDXTNZZ0JDLMRZWK608M">“House of David”</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Act-Like-Man-Punch-Mouth/dp/B0D5HD4CCG">Act Like Be a Man: 9 Ways to Punch Life in the Mouth</a>, Mark Driscoll</p>
April 17, 2025
<p class="MsoNormal">In Episode 169, Frank Kelly, CEO of Kelly Benefits, Former Cornell Lacrosse and Football player, and Author of Influence and the Creator’s Game, talks with Phil and Paul about his extensive experience in sports, business, leadership, and ministry, and how his faith journey has deeply impacted all facets of his life. Frank shares personal stories from his athletic journey, his involvement with FCA, the concept of playing sports to please the Creator, and how sports can integrate with faith to influence lives for eternity. He also discusses how the principles and lessons learned from sports are applied in his family business, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and values. Listeners will gain insights into using sports to make disciples, developing a mission-driven business, and integrating faith into various aspects of life. Specifically, Frank discusses:</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->His sports, business, and faith journey (4:00)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->A story from his not-so-extensive soccer coaching experience (13:35)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->His personal “why” and life purpose, and how he is living it out (17:40)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->The story behind his book, Influence and the Creator's Game and the concept of a “Praise Performance” (22:07)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->The only thing that matters (27:17)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->Impacting lives through lacrosse (29:52)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->An incredible story about God’s Providence (35:22)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->Lessons from lacrosse and other sports that he uses in his business (40:30)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->Impactful coaches and mentors in his life (51:35)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->Lessons from sport that he has used in his marriage and parenting (54:22)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]-->His recommended books (56:31)</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Resources and Links from this Episode</strong></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Influence-Creators-Game-Frank-Kelly/dp/B0CMXT4K37/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0">Influence and the Creator’s Game</a>, Frank Kelly III</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href="https://www.frankkellyiii.com/">Frank Kelly III’s website</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href="https://youtu.be/qx-SopneCTA">Uncut Video of the Episode</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/howsoccerexplainsleadership">HSEL Facebook Group</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href="https://www.warriorwaysoccer.com/">Warrior Way Soccer</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href= "https://www.coachingthebiggergame.com/">Coaching the Bigger Game Program</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href="mailto:[email protected]">Phil’s email for DISC Training</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Hard-Hat-Ways-Great-Teammate/dp/111912011X">The Hard Hat: 21 Ways to Be a Great Teammate</a>, Jon Gordon</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Secret-How-Live-Purpose-Power/dp/1563992043/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2C116D82JBBTG&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.0FeOdQuNZlGDEs1xLcYGaGnAUe0Ps2dJNFF2WdITRQ9o8kmqwqNf0MhruQxs6GtRaLMYlbGKiaCQK8NOUzNlwyI_C_jj7MjE3C1xZp1d1NY.PARcDHUUkmSo1-NwrH3PqdrsWOgjp45n9C1XyRO9JWs&dib_tag=se&keywords=The+Secret+Bill+Bright&qid=1743633288&s=books&sprefix=the+secret+bill+bright%2Cstripbooks%2C192&sr=1-1">The Secret: How to Live with Purpose and Power</a>, Bill Bright</p>
April 3, 2025
<p class="MsoNormal">In Episode 168, Phil and Paul discuss their highlights from the first half of HSEL’s Season 12, as well as some personal and professional updates. They talk about their conversations with Wells Thompson, Don Williams, and Brad Kenney, as well as their “Extra Time” episode, delving into topics like vulnerability, what it takes to become a pro athlete, navigating the changing college soccer landscape, prioritizing family values and player development, and the importance of life beyond the game.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">If you’re loving the show (or if you don’t love it ; )), please to subscribe, give us your feedback, rate and review the show, and, most importantly, continually learn from the show and use it to help you flourish in everything you do.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Resources and Links from this Episode</strong></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href="https://youtu.be/CKGaRPWN8rY">Uncut Video of the Episode</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/howsoccerexplainsleadership">HSEL Facebook Group</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href="https://www.warriorwaysoccer.com/">Warrior Way Soccer</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href= "https://www.coachingthebiggergame.com/">Coaching the Bigger Game Program</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href="mailto:[email protected]">Phil’s email for DISC Training</a></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"> <!-- [if !supportLists]-->· <!--[endif]--><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Soccer-Psalms-Bradly-Michael-Kenney/dp/B0DPJCK6GC">The Soccer Psalms</a>, Brad Kenney</p>
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