The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

Frank Lampard Finally Speaks Out About What REALLY Happened At Chelsea (E264)

Jul 13, 2023

Frank Lampard, a legendary player and manager, shares insights from his storied career at Chelsea and beyond. He opens up about the profound impact of his father's expectations and how fear of failure has shaped his work ethic. The conversation dives into the challenges of modern management, the importance of creating a nurturing environment, and the emotional toll of public scrutiny, especially after his mother's passing. Lampard also reflects on his transition from player to manager, revealing the complexities of maintaining team culture amidst rapid changes.

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Episode guests

Frank Lampard

Highlights

AI Chapters

Episode notes

The Influence of Work Ethic and Determination in Achieving Success

01:24

Managing Imposter Syndrome in Career Progression

01:24

Intro

4min

Reflections on Football Management

15min

The Evolving Journey of Fitness and Gratitude to Listeners

2min

From Player to Manager: A Personal Journey

7min

From Player to Manager: Navigating Authenticity and Leadership

17min

Navigating Football Management Challenges

20min

Navigating Chelsea's Turbulent Culture

12min

Navigating Grief and Public Scrutiny

18min

Navigating Emotions and Health in Life's Journey

5min

10.

Navigating Values and Club Loyalty

10min

11.

Cultivating Enthusiasm Through Experience and Exploration

3min

12.

Discovering Passion Beyond Comfort Zones

3min

In this new episode Steven sits down with one of Chelsea FC’s greatest ever players, Frank Lampard OBE.

Frank began his football career in 1995 with West Ham United, the same team that his father had played for. He made his Premier League debut a year later in 1996. In 2001, Frank signed with Chelsea and stayed with them for 13 years, making 648 appearances and becoming the club’s top scorer with 211 goals. During his playing career, Frank was named one of the best midfielders of his generation, and he began his managerial career in 2018.

In this conversation Frank and Steven discuss topics, such as:

His father’s role in his success
His fear of failure
His work ethic and understanding of his weaknesses
The coping mechanisms he has used along the way
What it takes to be a modern manager
Creating an environment for success
The challengers of being a modern player
How his mothers death impacted him
His plans for Chelsea

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