The Fitness Marketing Agency Podcast The Key To Becoming A Successful CEO With Paul Barber
Aug 23, 2023
27:14
Step onto the pitch of business success with our latest podcast episode featuring none other than Paul Barber OBE, CEO of Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club. Join us as we sit down with Paul at the heart of the club's home to delve into the intricacies of high-performance athlete management and leadership. From his daily routine and strategies for handling the immense pressure of running a Premier League Football Club to insightful discussions on failure, setbacks, and learning, this episode is a goldmine of wisdom for entrepreneurs and fitness business owners alike. Key takeaways from the episode:
- Trusting Your Business Strategy: Paul shares his insights on the importance of having a clear vision and values as the foundation of any successful business endeavour. He discusses how football clubs, like any other business, need to focus on the basics such as budgets and staffing while keeping a strong sense of purpose.
- Building Resilience: In the competitive world of sports and business, blocking out distractions and criticism is crucial. Paul emphasises the need to develop a thick skin and the power of resilience, self-belief, and clear values in achieving long-term success.
- Embracing Setbacks: Learn how setbacks and failures can actually be stepping stones to growth. Paul opens up about his personal experiences with failure and how these moments have shaped his leadership approach. He provides practical advice on risk-taking, weighing potential outcomes, and implementing calculated changes.
- Overcoming Criticism and Scrutiny: As both a football club and an individual, facing scrutiny is inevitable. Paul shares his strategies for dealing with criticism while maintaining personal well-being. He also sheds light on the importance of good staff management and treating people well.
- Personal Development and Health: Discover Paul's approach to managing stress and staying mentally and physically fit. He discusses the significance of having a daily plan, the importance of learning, and how he handles the demanding role of a CEO in professional football.