Blog

Padel for All: Soul Padel’s Inclusive Approach to Growth (JOPS03E16)

Padel for All: Soul Padel’s Inclusive Approach to Growth (JOPS03E16)

by | Aug 27, 2025 | , ,

Mark Hewlett, Founder and CEO of Soul Padel, shares his journey into the world of padel and the creation of his community-focused padel club concept. Discovering the sport in Portugal during a period of reflection, Mark was captivated by padel’s unique ability to bring people together. Soul Padel aims to make the sport accessible and affordable, with a focus on building communities and engaging younger generations. Mark discusses the challenges of scaling while maintaining brand consistency, the importance of quality coaching, and his partnership with experienced professionals to develop junior academies. He also shares his optimistic view on padel’s future in the UK and globally, highlighting the sport’s growing popularity and potential Olympic recognition.

Decoding Padel Success: Lessons from Gonzalo Lorenzo of Padel Drive (JOPS03E15)

Decoding Padel Success: Lessons from Gonzalo Lorenzo of Padel Drive (JOPS03E15)

by | Aug 13, 2025 | ,

Gonzalo Lorenzo, a padel aficionado and YouTube sensation, shares his journey from aerospace engineering to becoming a full-time padel coach and content creator. He discusses the analytical approach he brings to padel, drawing parallels between engineering problem-solving and on-court strategies. Gonzalo offers insights into effective communication in padel partnerships, the importance of simplicity in gameplay, and how to handle challenging situations like being “fridged” during matches. He also explores the growing impact of AI and technology in padel analytics. With his popular YouTube channel “Padel Drive,” Gonzalo is spreading the Joy of Padel to a global audience, from the UK to Indonesia, while collaborating with padel racket brand Hook Padel.

Awakening from the Meaning Crisis: John Vervaeke’s Philosophical Journey (MDE621)

Awakening from the Meaning Crisis: John Vervaeke’s Philosophical Journey (MDE621)

by | Aug 10, 2025 | , , , ,

This podcast features a thought-provoking conversation between host Minter Dial and guest John Vervaeke, exploring the concept of meaning in modern life. Vervaeke, a cognitive scientist and philosopher, discusses the ‘meaning crisis’ – a widespread sense of disconnection and lack of purpose in society. He delves into topics such as the importance of wisdom, the nature of self, and the role of spirituality in addressing this crisis. The dialogue touches on historical perspectives, contemporary challenges, and potential paths forward for individuals and society.

Key points:
1. The need to reconnect with a sense of belonging and mattering in a world that has become increasingly individualistic and disconnected.
2. The importance of facing reality, including our limitations and ‘negative’ aspects, as part of cultivating genuine meaning and wisdom.

Triple Win Leadership: Will Linssen on Unlocking Potential Through Coaching (MDE620)

Triple Win Leadership: Will Linssen on Unlocking Potential Through Coaching (MDE620)

by | Aug 3, 2025 | , ,

This podcast explores leadership challenges in today’s complex business environment. Will Linssen, author of “Triple Win Leadership Coaching,” discusses the state of leadership, emphasizing that only 5-8% of leaders are considered effective. He delves into the impact of ego on leadership and the importance of humility. Linssen introduces his coaching methodology, focusing on co-creating change with coworkers and building trust. The conversation covers topics such as authenticity, transparency, and the balance between personal and professional aspects in leadership. Linssen also explains his approach to assessing coachability and the paradox of structure creating freedom in coaching.

Key points:

1. Ego is the main obstacle to effective leadership, while humility acts as a catalyst for improvement.

2. Co-creation with coworkers is essential for successful leadership in diverse, international environments.

Review of Padel Band

Review of Padel Band

by | Aug 1, 2025 | , , ,

The Padel Band promises to revolutionize your padel game with smart analytics and advanced tracking. But after a month-long delivery delay and unreliable performance, it fell far short of expectations. With 25% of my matches failing to record and vague explanations of shot analysis, the €154.99 gadget felt more like a prototype than a finished product. The concept is impressive—detailed stats, performance cards, and personalized feedback—but real-world execution lacks polish. Unless major improvements are made, serious players are better off investing in quality coaching or more reliable tech. A compelling idea, poorly executed.

Juan Martín Díaz: Secrets of a 30-Year Career in Elite Padel (JOPS03E14)

Juan Martín Díaz: Secrets of a 30-Year Career in Elite Padel (JOPS03E14)

by | Jul 30, 2025 | ,

Juan Martín Díaz, a former professional padel player, shares his journey from tennis to padel legend. He reveals anecdotes about the sport’s beginnings, the evolution of the rules, and his unique playing style. Díaz offers a candid perspective on the importance of the relationship with one’s partner on and off the court. He analyzes the current state of the professional circuit, discusses possible rule changes, and reflects on the future of padel, including its Olympic potential. The podcast concludes with a moving personal anecdote that illustrates the dedication and balance required in the life of an elite athlete.

Beyond Marginal Gains: Rob Mugglestone’s Quest for High Performance (MDE619)

Beyond Marginal Gains: Rob Mugglestone’s Quest for High Performance (MDE619)

by | Jul 27, 2025 | , ,

Rob Mugglestone, author of “Beyond Marginal Gains,” discusses high performance strategies in sports and business. He explores the limitations of traditional marginal gains approaches and introduces his OMIT and ATC models for accelerating improvement. Rob shares insights on prioritizing high-impact changes, distinguishing between optimal and maximal performance, and the importance of resilience in leadership. Using examples from sports and the music industry, he illustrates how unconventional thinking can lead to breakthrough results. The conversation delves into the challenges of fostering high performance cultures while avoiding burnout, and Rob reflects on how writing the book evolved his own views on achieving excellence.

From Battlefield to Stage: Ukrainian Opera Singers’ Incredible Survival & Hope | Cultural Forces

From Battlefield to Stage: Ukrainian Opera Singers’ Incredible Survival & Hope | Cultural Forces

by | Jul 22, 2025 | ,

Discover the extraordinary journeys of Ukrainian opera singers Iurii Ivaskevich and Sergii Ivanchuk as they transition from the grand stages to the frontlines in defense of their country. In an inspiring interview, they recount their experiences during the early moments of Russia’s invasion, the life-changing events that followed—including severe injuries and months of recovery—and the critical role of the Cultural Forces initiative, founded by TV personality Mykolai Sierga.
Cultural Forces brings together Ukraine’s creative community to support and uplift wounded soldiers and civilians through the healing power of music and art. Both Iurii and Sergii share powerful reflections on survival, loss, and humanity, and how their return to music is now a mission for hope and unity in Ukraine’s darkest hours.
Watch as these remarkable artists reveal what it means to find purpose and resilience through culture—even in the midst of war.

Cultural Forces with Mykolai Sierga: Ukraine’s Secret Weapon in International Relations (MDE618)

Cultural Forces with Mykolai Sierga: Ukraine’s Secret Weapon in International Relations (MDE618)

by | Jul 20, 2025 | , , , ,

This podcast features an interview with Mikolai Sierga, founder of Cultural Forces, an organisation using art and culture to support Ukraine during the war. Sierga discusses how he joined the army, created Cultural Forces, and uses music and storytelling to connect with audiences worldwide. He shares experiences from performances in the US and Europe, highlighting the power of culture in conveying Ukraine’s message and values.

Key points:

1. Culture and art are powerful tools for sharing Ukraine’s story and building international support.

2. Personal stories and emotional connections are more effective than statistics in engaging audiences and changing perceptions about the war.

Women’s Professional Padel at Mid-Season 2025: A Championship Battle Unfolds

Women’s Professional Padel at Mid-Season 2025: A Championship Battle Unfolds

by | Jul 16, 2025 |

At the midpoint of the 2025 women’s professional padel season, the sport is experiencing unprecedented global growth and fierce competition. The rivalry between Triay/Brea and Sánchez/Josemaría has defined the year’s major finals, while new partnerships like Araújo/Ustero are making headlines with breakthrough victories. Explore the latest FIP rankings, key tournament results, and the shifting dynamics among the world’s top 100 women’s padel players in this in-depth mid-season analysis from Joy of Padel.

To Book Minter!

I’m Minter Dial and I serve my clients by elevating the debate and energy, telling powerful stories and connecting people and ideas. My mission to insert more meaningfulness into our lives and at work. I relish being an engaging professional speaker on leadership, transformation and branding. I’m known for being someone who walks the talk and delivers on or above expectations. I’m the author of four award-winning books, including the second edition of my award-winning book, Heartificial Empathy (April 2023, available in English and French), You Lead published by Kogan Page that won the Business Book Award 2022, and Futureproof (FT-Press/Pearson) that won the Business Book Award 2018. I’m also the producer of the award-winning WWII book and documentary film The Last Ring Home.

My new project is Dialogos, Fostering More Meaningful Conversations that is being published weekly via Substack, which will be converted into a book end of 2023.

Click here to inquire about booking Minter!

Categories

Pin It on Pinterest