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Juanjo Gutiérrez: Navigating the Rise of Professional Padel Tennis (JOPS03E17)

Juanjo Gutiérrez: Navigating the Rise of Professional Padel Tennis (JOPS03E17)

by | Sep 25, 2025 | , ,

Juanjo Gutiérrez, former professional padel player and current Spanish coach and national team manager, shares his experience in the world of padel. He discusses his transition from tennis to padel, his career as a professional player, and his evolution into the role of coach. Gutiérrez highlights the importance of commitment and connection between teammates in padel, citing the example of the Coello-Tapia pairing. As a national team coach, he emphasizes personality management and group dynamics. He reflects on the 2024 Doha World Cup, where Spain came close to victory. He describes his approach as a coach, including pre-match preparation, in-game management, and post-match analysis. Gutiérrez also addresses the evolution of padel, predicting a faster and more athletic game in the future. Finally, he highlights the importance of data and statistics in game analysis, emphasizing the need to understand the complete sequence of each point.

Julianne Miles MBE: Transforming Career Breaks into Professional Growth Opportunities (MDE624)

Julianne Miles MBE: Transforming Career Breaks into Professional Growth Opportunities (MDE624)

by | Sep 21, 2025 | , ,

This podcast features a conversation between host Minter Dial and guest Julianne Miles, discussing the challenges and opportunities for professionals returning to work after a career break. Miles, a chartered psychologist and author, shares insights on rebuilding confidence, redefining personal narratives, and navigating the modern workplace. The discussion covers strategies for both returners and employers, emphasizing the value of diverse perspectives in the workforce.

Key points:

1. Confidence rebuilding involves reconnecting with one’s professional identity and taking action rather than just thinking.

2. Employers should recognize the unique skills and experiences returners bring, and provide support structures to ensure their successful integration into the workplace.

Tackling Brain Health: Nick Greenhalgh with LUCA’s Innovative Approach to Concussion Management (MDE623)

Tackling Brain Health: Nick Greenhalgh with LUCA’s Innovative Approach to Concussion Management (MDE623)

by | Sep 14, 2025 | , , , ,

This podcast features Nick Greenhalgh, co-founder of LUCA Health, discussing his journey from professional rugby player to entrepreneur. Nick shares insights into LUCA Health’s innovative approach to concussion management in sports, particularly focusing on schools and grassroots clubs. The conversation covers the challenges of diagnosing concussions, the use of technology in assessment, and the importance of objective data in brain health monitoring. Nick also reflects on the difficulties and rewards of running a mission-driven startup.

Key points:

1. LUCA Health uses smartphone technology to provide objective data for concussion diagnosis and management.

2. The company aims to make concussion diagnosis more accurate and accessible, particularly in school and grassroots sports settings.

Lizzie Asher: Balancing Entrepreneurship, Motherhood, and Social Responsibility (MDE622)

Lizzie Asher: Balancing Entrepreneurship, Motherhood, and Social Responsibility (MDE622)

by | Sep 7, 2025 | , , , , , ,

This podcast features Lizzie Asher, an entrepreneur and philanthropist, discussing her life journey. Asher shares her experiences as an immigrant from Peru, her competitive swimming background, and a near-death experience during childbirth. She emphasises the importance of perseverance, the power of the mind, and making a positive impact. Asher discusses her involvement in various charitable causes, including education for underprivileged youth and art restoration in Venice. She encourages listeners to find causes that resonate with their hearts and take action to contribute to society.

Key points:
1. The importance of challenging oneself and overcoming obstacles, as exemplified by Asher’s immigration experience and her son’s journey from leg braces to competitive running.
2. The significance of finding meaningful ways to contribute to society and make an impact, regardless of one’s circumstances.

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.

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.

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