From Football to Business with Lee Mair

In this episode of the Boots to Billing podcast, host Alan McFadden and co-host Chris Fahey sit down with former Scottish footballer Lee Mair to explore his remarkable journey — from playing against Bayern Munich to selling photocopiers, and ultimately finding success in the world of business.Lee opens up about life inside the game, sharing honest reflections on the culture and mentality within football dressing rooms, and the importance of mental health awareness for players at every level. He recalls his early days at Dundee, rubbing shoulders with superstars like Fabrizio Ravanelli and Claudio Caniggia, and the lessons learned from those experiences that shaped his outlook on teamwork and professionalism.Having gone on to lift the League Cup with St Mirren, Lee reflects on the emotional highs of cup finals, the challenges of loans and managerial changes, and how those moments built the resilience that would later serve him in business.The conversation dives into the transition from football to life after the game, with Lee sharing how he had to rebuild his identity, learn new skills, and embrace personal development. He discusses the parallels between football and business — from maintaining a winning mentality to building the right culture, team, and mindset for long-term success.This podcast is created by ⁠Pitch to Placements⁠ in collaboration with ⁠AGPayroll⁠. This episode was sponsored by Dapperwolf Barber Club.