JJ could have gave 50 benefits about what a footballer would gain from working on his inner game but in this episode he chose 5 of what he thinks are the biggest benefits Do any of those benefits surprise you? Is your inner game something that you work on consistently and in-depth or do you just pay lip service to it like so many other players?
It can be so frustrating if you find yourself at a club or in a situation where the style of play doesn't suit your game Games become so much harder to impact, playing time can reduce and the situation can feel like there is no light at the end of the tunnel Sometimes a tweak in the way that you are thinking can take what seems like a mess of a situation and make it that wee bit better What do you think? If you haven't already make sure you follow the Football Mindset Instagram page click here...
It is easy to look at the FA Cup and spot a shock result and tell you that it shows you what is possible and to believe you can win each game that you go into No doubt we will give you that message at some point But in today's episode, we look back at the events surrounding Friday night's game between Aston Villa v Liverpool and why it is essential that you expect the unexpected Please subscribe and leave a review
2020 was a tough year for so many but what happens when you come into 2021 and the blows still seems to be raining down on you (as that is how it has felt for JJ recently) What do you do? Please subscribe to the podcast and leave a review Our new book, Master your confidence - The elite footballer's guide to high performance launches on Friday! Get in touch to find out how you can order your copy!
Ever wondered what JJ and Football Mindset actually do and how they help their clients? If so, this is the episode for you Please leave a review and hit subscribe
Apologies if this seems like a bit of a rant But JJ is passionate about this very topic not only for his business journey but also for how it is essential to help you reach the very top Are you in the dirt with what you do or are you sitting in the clouds just hoping that an opportunity to play at the highest level falls on your lap? Make sure you follow the Instagram page Please subscribe and leave a review...
How has trying to ignore the doubters helped you up to this point? In this episode, JJ talks about a narrative that Football Mindset is going to run with and trial in the early part of 2021 He also talks about how he came up with the narrative What do you make of it? Can that same narrative help you and your career? Please subscribe and leave a review
As a footballer, if you are looking for someone to blame there will always be someone There was a perfect example of this in last Saturday's Old Firm game where Rangers extended their lead at the top of the table over Celtic to 19 points In this episode, JJ explains why he believes it is better to look at yourself and what you could have done better than to blame someone else Please subscribe and leave a review
2020 has been a tough year for so many footballers But whether you have had a tough year or not it is essential to enter the new year with confidence JJ recalls a story from when he went to Thailand that will help you enter 2021 with confidence and ensure you continue to drive towards the targets you set for yourself! From all at Football Mindset, have a happy new year and we will be back with you early in the new year Thank you for your continued support
It is so easy to get your head down and work harder and harder in order to achieve your goals But what about those closest to you, what impact does your career have on them? There are so many highs and lows that come with being a footballer but again, what impact does that have on those closest to you? Please subscribe to the podcast, leave a review and spread the word on it
During the festive period, JJ watched the Marcus Rashford Documentary on BBC It follows Rashford's journey in trying to ensure that all kids in need are given free school meals The documentary talks about how 1/3 of interactions on Rashford's social media when he talks about his school meal plans are negative! Crazy isn't it?
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Celtic clinched a domestic quadruple treble against Heart of Midlothian in last Sunday's Scottish Cup final What an achievement! But I think there are things you can learn from the way that Celtic reacted from conceding early in the 2nd half Pre-order your copy of Master Your Confidence NOW by clicking here
Pre-order your copy of Master your confidence - The elite footballer's guide to high performance click here to pre order Order it today to ensure you receive your copy on the launch date 15th January 2021
Rejection is something that happens to everyone in their life at some point, maybe it has happened to you? Your talent as a footballer or even your past and your values can lead to you being rejected... But how do you respond to it when you are rejected? JJ is honest as he talks about the turning point for him and Football Mindset when he was rejected...
Michael McGovern, Lee McCulloch, Simon Ferry, Jim Magilton and John Collins amongst many others were interviewed for the upcoming Football Mindset book Master your confidence that is officially launched on the 15th January 2021 But what is the main thing that JJ took away from interviewing them and how is that same message relevant to you and reaching the top in your career? Listen to find out...
Maybe confidence is not a weakness like you have been led to believe up to this point in your career? JJ explains why that is the case in this episode
Sheffield United are stuck at the bottom of the table with 1 point from 12 games So how can they keep going if confidence and belief are low from such a poor start to the league season? JJ reveals what the strength and conditioning coach of the New Zealand All Blacks gave as the reason those boys never stop even when confidence and belief is low and a game is impossible to win... Please subscribe and leave a review
Self Doubt: How I plan to overcome my self doubtEven though JJ is a mental skills coach, that doesn't mean he doesn't experience feelings such as self-doubt, fear and frustration As the process of getting a book into the world draws to a close, his self-doubt has increased due to a feeling of being lost and lacking clarity In this episode, JJ explains how he plans to overcome that self-doubt and kick on again Please subscribe and leave a review!
If nothing changes then nothing changes Here is a chance for you to step forward and begin to remove the mental barriers that you feel are currently holding you back Take action at john@footballmindset.co.uk or head over to the Instagram page
Today's episode is based around Freddie Flintoff's interview with Eddie Hearn on his podcast No Passion, No Point In it, Flintoff speaks about regrets he had in his career but also what he would do differently looking back on his career Success leaves clues and his answer can no doubt help you throughout your career! Please subscribe and leave a review
This is something that a coach said to JJ in his early days when he used to throw a TV in the back of his car and go and talk to kid's teams in order to get his message out into the football world Since being given that feedback JJ has not changed his approach In this episode, he explains why
Diego Maradona sadly passed away on the 25th November 2020 But what can you take from the events since his death that can help you release the shackles from your performance and play with more freedom? JJ gives his view in this episode. Do you agree with his views?
JJ talks about the importance of being switched on mentally before training and uses examples from Bobby Robson, Real Madrid, Celtic, Rangers and Monaco to explain his point Train to win Another episode not to be missed The time you take out your day to listen I will always be truly grateful!
Taking risks and playing forward is an essential part of the game for any footballer who is looking to play at the very top consistently When you find yourself struggling with this JJ often finds that people are focusing on the wrong thing when trying to improve on it Listen to this episode to find out what JJ thinks you need to do in order to release those shackles from your game If you don't already make sure you follow the Football Mindset instagram page...
Some may see it as a rant but JJ is serious and 100% backs the message that he is putting out in this episode... What do you think about what he says? Please subscribe and leave a review
Bobby Moore the West Ham and England legend lifted the World Cup for his country in 1966 But what was the best piece of advice that he was given whilst coming through as a kid at West Ham? Listen to this episode to find out! Please subscribe and leave a review
As a footballer, you are getting judged 24/7 and it is easy to lack confidence and doubt yourself as a result. Social media, radio, newspapers or fans at a game you are an easy target. But do these supporters genuinely care about you? JJ gives his opinion in this episode
For so many players the festive period is a time where subconsciously they take their foot of the gas But whilst they drop things, it is your opportunity to put the systems and process' in place where you can up things You can moan about having to make sacrifices or you can instead focus on making the right choices... You choose Football Mindset Instagram https://www.instagram.com/footballmindset/
There was a time where JJ thought that going a weekend without a night out and a drink was hard work But he has now gone 4 years without drinking alcohol As an athlete, you may not be a big drinker but this episode will hopefully make you question some of your behaviours and whether or not they are helping you reach the very top! As always the episode is honest and hopefully includes one or two moments where you can smile! Please hit subscribe and leave a review...
