EPISODE · Apr 8, 2025 · 47 MIN
Will Mellors-Blair – Turning passion into purpose beyond sport
from Athlete Transition Accelerator
We sit down with Will Mellors-Blair, former professional footballer and founder of TrueMind and Mindora, to explore his transition from elite sport to building businesses that empower individuals and organisations.Will shares his journey of stepping away from professional football, the challenges of redefining his identity, and how he discovered his passion for neuroscience, human potential, and high performance. Now, through his ventures, he helps individuals optimise their mindset and performance, proving that success beyond sport starts with self-awareness and adaptability.Key Takeaways:Leverage your skills, talents, and passion.Stay connected to what lights you up.Diversify your identity.TrueMind - TrueMind | Advancing Mental Performance Intelligence in SportsMindora - Mindora: The New Era of Human PerformanceAbout the hostsJames Rule, Co-Founder of ATA, is a seasoned leadership coach and former professional rugby player with extensive experience in high-performance sports management. Having held CEO roles at Super League clubs and senior positions in major sporting organizations, he understands the pressures of transitioning beyond elite competition. A passionate advocate for athlete development, James drives ATA’s mission to provide structured, research-driven support, ensuring athletes are equipped for long-term success beyond the game.Karl Birch, Co-Founder of ATA, is a former rugby player turned coach, mentor, and leadership specialist. With over a decade in medical sales, where he led a team, he combines industry expertise with a deep understanding of the athlete mindset to help athletes transition into meaningful careers beyond sport. Passionate about early preparation and proactive career planning, he has guided former athletes through transition, ensuring they step confidently into their next chapter.More episodes you won’t want to miss:Gareth Steenson Alex Tait Connect and ContactWebsite:www.athletetransitionaccelerator.comLinkedIn:Athlete Transition Accelerator: https://www.linkedin.com/company/athlete-transition-accelerator/James Rule: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-rule-77255520/Karl Birch: linkedin.com/in/karlbbirch10Instagram:@ataccelerator https://www.instagram.com/atacceleratorEmail:[email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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We sit down with Will Mellors-Blair, former professional footballer and founder of TrueMind and Mindora, to explore his transition from elite sport to building businesses that empower individuals and organisations.Will shares his journey of stepping away from professional football, the challenges of redefining his identity, and how he discovered his passion for neuroscience, human potential, and high performance. Now, through his ventures, he helps individuals optimise their mindset and performance, proving that success beyond sport starts with self-awareness and adaptability.Key Takeaways:Leverage your skills, talents, and passion.Stay connected to what lights you up.Diversify your identity.TrueMind - TrueMind | Advancing Mental Performance Intelligence in SportsMindora - Mindora: The New Era of Human PerformanceAbout the hostsJames Rule, Co-Founder of ATA, is a seasoned leadership coach and former professional rugby player with extensive experience in high-performance sports management. Having held CEO roles at Super League clubs and senior positions in major sporting organizations, he understands the pressures of transitioning beyond elite competition. A passionate advocate for athlete development, James drives ATA’s mission to provide structured, research-driven support, ensuring athletes are equipped for long-term success beyond the game.Karl Birch, Co-Founder of ATA, is a former rugby player turned coach, mentor, and leadership specialist. With over a decade in medical sales, where he led a team, he combines industry expertise with a deep understanding of the athlete mindset to help athletes transition into meaningful careers beyond sport. Passionate about early preparation and proactive career planning, he has guided former athletes through transition, ensuring they step confidently into their next chapter.More episodes you won’t want to miss:Gareth Steenson Alex Tait Connect and ContactWebsite:www.athletetransitionaccelerator.comLinkedIn:Athlete Transition Accelerator: https://www.linkedin.com/company/athlete-transition-accelerator/James Rule: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-rule-77255520/Karl Birch: linkedin.com/in/karlbbirch10Instagram:@ataccelerator https://www.instagram.com/atacceleratorEmail:[email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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