It’s All About the Team is a compelling new podcast series hosted by Jim Tressel that delves into the heart of teamwork. Often individual achievement takes the ...
Ep. 41 | Matt Campbell: Iowa State Cyclones Football
In this episode, we dive deep into the journey of Matt Campbell, the dynamic head coach of Iowa State Football. Discover how Campbell has transformed Iowa State into a powerhouse, emphasizing discipline, culture, and a relentless focus on development. Learn about his approach to recruiting, building winning teams, and how he inspires his players to buy into the process. Whether you're a Cyclones fan or a football enthusiast, this story of leadership and determination will leave you inspired!🔴 Topics Covered:✔️ How Matt Campbell built a winning culture at Iowa State✔️ His philosophy on player development and team accountability✔️ Recruiting strategies that set Iowa State apart✔️ Why his leadership style resonates with young athletes💥 Don’t Miss This Inside Look!👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more exclusive content!00:02:17 - Welcoming Matt Campbell: A Team-Building Icon 00:05:11 - A Strict Father’s Lasting Impact 00:07:06 - Coach Wakefield: Attitude and Effort in High School 00:15:55 - Winning with Culture at Iowa State 00:19:19 - Unsung Heroes: Grandparents and Spouse 00:23:05 - COVID’s Wake-Up Call on Family and Priorities 00:26:10 - Benjamin: The Selfless High School Leader 00:39:51 - Brock Purdy’s Secret: Consistency and Authenticity 00:46:31 - Three Keys to Iowa State’s Team Success #MattCampbell #IowaStateFootball #Leadership #TeamCulture #CollegeFootball
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Ep. 40 | Brandon Chrowstoski: Building Hope Beyond Prison
Brandon Chrostowski is changing lives one plate at a time. 🍽️💯 Through his program at EDWINS Leadership & Restaurant Institute, he’s giving former prisoners and convicts a second chance by training them to become professional chefs. 👨🍳🏆Brandon believes that everyone deserves a fresh start and that skills learned in the kitchen can lead to a better future. His mission isn’t just about cooking—it’s about empowering people to turn their lives around.In this episode, we dive into:✅ How Brandon built EDWINS to create opportunities for the formerly incarcerated✅ The power of second chances and what it means to rebuild trust✅ Why discipline, focus, and teamwork in the kitchen translate to success in life00:00 - Introduction to Brandon Chrostowski00:53 - Leadership Cleveland & First Impressions02:19 - Brandon’s Journey: From Trouble to Mentorship03:49 - Lessons Learned from His First Chef Mentor05:09 - The Turning Point: Losing Friends & Finding Purpose06:47 - Building Edwin’s Leadership & Restaurant Institute07:38 - The Power of Mentorship in Changing Lives10:09 - Why Former Inmates Make Great Team Members11:03 - The Importance of Selflessness & Humility12:06 - Rebuilding Humanity Through Consecutive Wins13:37 - The Power of Saying Yes to a Better Life14:54 - Transforming Lives Through Skill Development17:30 - Playing Your Role: Lessons from the Kitchen19:44 - 5 Core Principles for Building Leaders25:10 - Brandon’s Experience in France & Culinary Training29:19 - The Vision Behind Edwin’s & Second Chances31:00 - Creating a Culture of Trust & Opportunity34:50 - Low Recidivism Rate: The Power of Care & Support38:28 - Expanding Impact: Housing, Childcare & More40:00 - Building a Nationwide Network for Returning Citizens42:51 - A Growing Mission: More Locations & More Lives Changed46:51 - Dinner at Grafton Prison: A Historic Event48:18 - Closing Thoughts: It’s All About the Team💡 Do you believe everyone deserves a second chance? Drop your thoughts below! ⬇️ #BrandonChrostowski #EDWINS #SecondChances #LifeSkills #KitchenToSuccess #inspiration
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Ep. 39 | Coach Alex Golesh: University of South Florida Football
Success in football isn’t just about X’s and O’s—it’s about building the right team. Few coaches understand this better than Alex Golesh. From his early days breaking into the coaching world to leading programs at the highest level, Golesh has mastered the art of team-building, leadership, and culture.In this episode, we dive into:✅ Golesh’s journey from a young coach to a top program leader 🏆✅ The keys to assembling a winning team—on and off the field 🔥✅ How trust, accountability, and communication create championship cultures✅ The biggest lessons learned from coaching at multiple levelsBuilding a successful team isn’t just about talent—it’s about leadership and culture. Alex Golesh shares his blueprint for success in coaching and beyond.💬 What’s the most important quality of a great team? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 👇📌 Chapters:00:00 - Introduction 🏈02:15 - Getting His Start in Coaching 🔥08:24 - Building a Winning Culture from Day One 🏆15:47 - Lessons from Coaching at Different Levels 🎯22:30 - Why Team Chemistry Matters More Than Talent 🤝30:12 - How Leadership Shapes a Program’s Identity 🏈38:19 - The Role of Coaches in Changing Lives 🌟50:08 - Final Thoughts on Team Building & Growth 🚀📢 If you love football & leadership, don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, & SUBSCRIBE!#AlexGolesh #TeamBuilding #Leadership #CollegeFootball #WinningCulture #FootballCoaching
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Ep. 38 | Sal Guagliardo: How Coaching Prepared Me for Business Success
What happens when a football coach trades the playbook for a business plan? 💼🏆 Sal Guagliardo made the bold move from coaching on the sidelines to leading his family’s dairy company, proving that leadership, discipline, and teamwork translate far beyond the football field.In this episode, Sal shares:✅ How coaching prepared him for running a business✅ The challenges of stepping into a multi-generational company✅ Lessons from the field that apply to the boardroom✅ Why leadership is the key to success—on and off the field💡 What’s the biggest leadership lesson you’ve learned in sports or business? Drop your thoughts below! ⬇️#SalGuagliardo #Leadership #BusinessSuccess #CoachingToCEO #WinningMindset #FamilyBusiness #FootballToBusiness
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Ep. 37 | Ted Ginn Sr: The High School Pipeline Feeding Ohio State
Ted Ginn Sr. isn’t just a coach—he’s a football legend. 💯 As the head coach of Glenville High School, he’s turned the program into a pipeline for Ohio State and even the NFL. From shaping young athletes to producing top recruits year after year, Ginn’s impact on the game is undeniable. 🏆How does he do it? What makes Glenville one of the most recruited high schools in the country? And how has he built a culture of excellence that prepares players for the next level?Tune in to hear Ted Ginn Sr. break it all down! 💪🔥🎧 Drop a comment—who’s the best player to come out of Glenville? ⬇️#TedGinnSr #GlenvilleFootball #OhioStateFootball #RecruitingPipeline #NFLBound #FootballCulture #WinningMindset #HighSchoolFootball
It’s All About the Team is a compelling new podcast series hosted by Jim Tressel that delves into the heart of teamwork. Often individual achievement takes the spotlight, but this podcast shifts the focus to the collective power of people working together towards a common goal. It will explore successful and unsuccessful examples of teams.
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