Move The Ball®

Creating a sustainable brand begins with building a platform. This week creator of the viral “Griddy dance,” Allen “Griddy” Davis shares how he maintains his network, his content, and his confidence by setting and achieving goals.  Listen in as Griddy and I discuss how to face criticism, seeing your work influence an industry, and what it takes to find and take advanta...

Staying committed to your purpose is critical for long-term success. This week the former NFL cornerback and current high school coach Pat Surtain reveals how he mentors and supports his players to prepare them for the world of professional sports. Listen in as Pat and I discuss why you should look for outside support from your team to accomplish goals, how a team bond on the field can differ from...

What’s the secret to standing out? Javier Arenas says it’s all about the fundamentals.  This week the former NFL cornerback shares how perseverance and consistency created habits that carried him from the football field to real-life success. Javier reveals how each coach impacted his career in different ways and how he stayed focused on differentiation to stay competitive.  ...

Welcome back to Season 3 of Move the Ball. This year we’re focused on the insights and strategies you need to build your brand, grow your network, and create a legacy that moves you across the goal line. Our lineup includes record-breaking athletes, viral internet sensations, and business executives who are all ready to share the same mindset and business strategies that move them forward ev...

Is a personal brand built on actions or results? This week pro athlete and coach Pepper Johnson shares the stories that have built his reputation and created a legacy of success. Join me and Pepper as we discuss the childhood story that sealed his identity as “Pepper” Johnson, how he created a reputation for intimidation and playing hard on the field, the coaching styles that inspired...

Today Jen shares profound insights from the season 2 athletes, trainers, and coaches of the Move the Ball® podcast. Listen in as Jen discusses key takeaways from conversations about performing on and off the field, learning from mentors, and being successful beyond the game. Jen also explores what’s next for Move the Ball® and what to look forward to in 2022. Be sure to stay connecte...

On today’s episode Brenden Clinton shares how consistency and focus have helped him grow his online brand and share his passion of football with the world. Listen in as Jen and Brenden discuss how the discipline he learned as an athlete has helped him grow a successful business today, how to deal with the negativity that comes with growing a brand, and where Brenden gets his ideas and materi...

Today Adam Bennett discusses his journey from athlete to business leader and how he tailored his career to match his passion for sports and athletics. Listen in as Adam and Jen discuss the mental toughness of competitive sports, how that mentality serves you in the business world, and how to identify your own passion and follow them to create a career you love. Adam Bennett is a former NHL player...

On this episode Tony Casillas shares how the lessons he learned through facing adversity as an athlete led to taking bigger risks with greater results. Listen in as Jen and Tony discuss seeking out opportunities to be uncomfortable, how to adapt to new leadership quickly, being part of a Super Bowl team, and the advice from one coach that convinced him to focus on the details both on and off the f...

This week Patrick “Diddy” Robertson shares show he applied discipline and adaptability off the field to build a business focused on training technique. Listen in as Jen and Patrick discuss staying accountable in everyday life, preparing for success in the off season, and the questions you should consider before starting your own sports industry business. Patrick "Diddy" Robertson is a...

Whether you are a pro athlete or an all-star player in the game, we all need coaches and trainers to help us advance and move the ball on and off the field. This episode features trainer Les Spellman who discusses how a life-changing injury inspired him to study the science and process behind human speed and help others move at their full potential. Les Spellman is the founder of Spellman Performa...

Whether you are a pro athlete or an all-star player in the game, we all need coaches and trainers to help us advance and move the ball on and off the field. This episode features trainer Ken Anio Jr. and explores how he built his client base by focusing on relationships over transactions, and how why he’s so passionate about helping his clients dominate the three phases of the game. Ken Anio...

Whether you are a pro athlete or an all-star player in the game, we all need coaches and trainers to help us advance and move the ball on and off the field. This episode features trainer Jay Sutaria as he shares how a desire to become a “Jack of All Trades” in the sports performance space blossomed into an entrepreneurial endeavor. Jay shares the importance of making yourself accessibl...

Whether you are a pro athlete or an all-star player in the game, we all need coaches and trainers to help us advance and move the ball on and off the field. This episode features trainer Drew Johnson shares how his time as a quarterback taught him valuable lessons that support his training business and keep him competitive on and off the field. Drew shares how to stay ahead of the game, creating r...

Whether you are a pro athlete or an all-star player in the game, we all need coaches and trainers to help us advance and move the ball on and off the field. This episode features trainer Rischad Whitfield shares the impact of building family bonds through professional sports, how “playing reckless” in high school impacts future injury, and how repetition is the fastest path to mastery....

Whether you are a pro athlete or an all-star player in the game, we all need coaches and trainers to help us advance and move the ball on and off the field. This episode features trainer Kerry Neal and explores how networking and discipline allowed him to build a profitable training business during the pandemic. Kerry discusses creating a business plan, preparing to pivot, and how collaboration is...

Whether you are a pro athlete or an all-star player in the game, we all need coaches and trainers to help us advance and move the ball on and off the field. This episode features trainer Gary Scheffler as he shares the ways that modern day training impacts natural human movement. Listen in as we discuss preventing injury, creating training methods based on natural human movement, and how basic met...

Whether you are a pro athlete or an all-star player in the game, we all need coaches and trainers to help us advance and move the ball on and off the field. This episode features trainer Christian White and explores the importance of commitment and consistency, how a sports injury inspired his current passion for helping athletes, and why his training focuses on preparing for the worst to show up...

Whether you are a pro athlete or an all-star player in the game, we all need coaches and trainers to help us advance and move the ball on and off the field. This episode features trainer Derrick Joseph and explores how sports teaches you to never give up the fight, how Derrick learned to stand on his own when opening his business, and the power of referrals and networking when scaling your busines...

Whether you are a pro athlete or an all-star player in the game, we all need coaches and trainers to help us advance and move the ball on and off the field. This episode features trainer Brad Lester and his discussion with Jen about discipline, having the right team around you, and finding life after football. Brad Lester is a former professional football running back who played college football a...

Liffort Hobley shares how the right mindset and communication system provide opportunities for growth both on and off the field. Listen in as Liffort and Jen discuss finding and defining your own path for success, why ambition alone does not make you happy, and how the NFL Alumni chapter is creating opportunities to connect and impact within local communities. Liffort also shares his best advice f...

Dexter McCluster shares the key lessons he’s learned as he transitioned from high school, college, and professional football into the business world. Listen in as Jen and Dexter discuss creating a strong support system, how to handle overwhelming adversity, and why first, second, and every day impressions matter on and off the field. Dexter is a retired American football running back who pla...

Marvin Jones reveals the importance of mentoring and supporting athletes as a coach. Listen in as Jen and Marvin discuss how the NFL is like a corporation, how athletes can stay competitive in their roles, and why it’s important for a team to share a winning mindset. Marvin Jones is a retired professional football player who played middle linebacker in the NFL for 11 seasons. Marvin played c...

Bill Cartwright shares the lessons he learned as he navigated a passion for basketball and turned it into a lifelong career. Listen in as Bill reveals key pieces of advice for college players who are looking to plan for the future, develop their skills, and how to treat professional sports like a job. Bill also shares how he dealt with the pressure of being the nation’s number one high schoo...

Kinnon Tatum shares how keeping a competitive attitude in the workplace has helped him seek and obtain opportunities throughout his career. Listen in as Jen and Kinnon discuss the impact that faith and commitment has had on his athletic and business journey,  how sports helped him deal the tragedy of losing a loved one, and the power of capturing moments of success for later momentum. Kinnon...