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The Padel School founder, Sandy Farquharson, on developing the community and skills of padel

by Minter Dial | Nov 15, 2023 | Joy of Padel, Podcast

Sandy Farquharson is a member of the National GB padel tennis team, having developed as a tennis player and previously been coach of ATP and WTA players on the tennis circuit. In 2012, Sandy converted to padel and participated in the development of the sport in UAE. He has organised WPT and FIP tournaments, being the coach of the national teams in both the UAE and GB, and representing GB in the World and European Championships. He founded The Padel School in Jan 2019 to give the padel community the tools to take their on-court performance to a new level, which will in turn grow the sport into a powerhouse across the globe. An ambassador and a shining light for the sport.

Who Are We? Who Am I? And What Do We Want? Why these are three fundamental questions that need to be answered.

by Minter Dial | Nov 15, 2023 | Ethics, Health, Meaningfulness, Mental Health, Politics, Social Media

A long form post that looks at some of the major underlying issues of our society and the distension of the notions of community and individuality.

How to stand out, scale up and make a dent, with Daniel Priestley (MDE544)

by Minter Dial | Nov 12, 2023 | Mental Health, Minter Dialogue, Podcast

We discuss Daniel’s entrepreneurial roots, his journey from Australia to England, the state of entrepreneurs today, the role and importance of tech for any startups or business, the pendulum swings of purpose, politics and business transformation. We also unpack ScoreApp and how and why it can help your business. The future of X (Twitter) and look at mental health issues among entrepreneurs.

Getting a Purpose Upgrade with Founder, Speaker and Author, Paul Skinner (MDE543)

by Minter Dial | Nov 5, 2023 | Minter Dialogue, Podcast

With Paul Skinner, we dive into what purpose is and means. How to approach creating a purpose that drives greater value and growth, the purpose business case, what does it mean to upgrade your purpose, the notion of what constitutes “better” in making the world better.

World Padel Tour #17 and a Rising Star of the Men’s Professional Tour, Mike Yanguas

by Minter Dial | Nov 1, 2023 | Joy of Padel, Podcast

Mike Yanguas began playing padel when he was just 7 years old. Now 21, playing right, he’s the 17th ranked player in the WPT. His partner for most of this year (and through the recording of this interview) has been the 44-year-old still-active doyen of padel, Fernando Belasteguín. On the WPT, he has a 68% win ratio. His best result this year was winning the Tau Cerámica Reus Costa Daurada Open 500, in Tarragona Spain. He has also reached 2 other semi-finals and 9 quarters. Enjoy this conversation with one of the stars of padel on the men’s tour.

The Remarkable Journey of Resourcefulness, Resilience and Purpose with Reputy.io founder and CEO, Lena Rantsevich (MDE542)

by Minter Dial | Oct 29, 2023 | Blockchain, Business, Minter Dialogue, Podcast

Minter Dialogue with Lena Rantsevich Lena Rantsevich is a rebel, treating life as an intellectual and emotional pursuit. Formerly head of Samsung Electronics in Belarus, Business Person of the Year, TEDx speaker and co-founder of businesses in decentralised justice,...

Doing Business and Digital Trends in China, with Serial Entrepreneur, Thinkers50 Guru and Multi-time Author, Ashley Dudarenok (MDE541)

by Minter Dial | Oct 22, 2023 | Marketing, Minter Dialogue, New Tech, Podcast, Web Enabled

We discuss the Chinese digital landscape, what are some of the salient trends, what can Western brands learn from Chinese corporations, the place for ‘purpose’ in China, the sense of trust that Chinese citizens have with the Chinese companies, leadership challenges and management styles… and much more.

Take risks! Why risks are essential for your brand (and life!)

by Minter Dial | Oct 19, 2023 | Branding, Marketing

Why we should consider taking more risks in business (and in life). Whether it’s ever-tighter security requirements, endless small print on medication, news headlines that are frequently preceded with an advisory warning, or more prosaically a kettle or cup of coffee marked “Caution: May be hot,” we’re trying to make life so safe that we can all live longer, if duller lives… And the safer we make it, the less resilient I fear we are becoming.

Winner of the Pro Padel League in North America, Padel Player of the Year and GB #1, Tia Norton

by Minter Dial | Oct 18, 2023 | Joy of Padel, Padel, Podcast

Tia Norton is Great Britain’s most recognisable professional padel player. The GB number 1 blazed a trail when, aged only 17, she became the first British woman ever to compete – and win – on the World Padel Tour, the international professional circuit. Since then she has enjoyed tournament success including the FIP London in 2022 and the inaugural Pro Padel League in June this year with the Las Vegas Smash. As the sport continues to grow in popularity in the UK, Tia is destined to become a household name, but the girl from Leamington Spa remains modest about her achievements. Now aged 20, her next goal is to break into the world top 100. Off court Tia is a passionate advocate for getting women and children into padel – a sport which, she says, has given her “so much enjoyment”.

Interview with Sir William Russell, prior two-term Lord Mayor of the City of London, Alderman, Board Member and Sportsman (MDE540)

by Minter Dial | Oct 15, 2023 | Leadership, Minter Dialogue, Padel, Podcast, Politics, Sports

We discuss his fascinating career, the influence of sports on his life, his appreciation of working for American companies, what makes an effective leader today, the important challenges for boards of governors, the impact of Brexit on Britain, as well as his experience in being knighted by the King.

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