More Than a Game: Jeff Mostyn's Playbook for Life and Football

Summary On this episode of the revitalised Evolve to Succeed Podcast, Warren Munson talks to Jeff Mostyn, the former chairman of AFC Bournemouth. Jeff discusses his early years in Manchester, his love for football and the challenges he faced, including bullying and his sister's illness. Jeff talks about his business career, including working for TSB and starting his own business in financial advice for the armed forces. He emphasises the importance of providing excellent service and caring for customers. The conversation also touches on Jeff's involvement with Bournemouth Football Club. Jeff, former chairman of AFC Bournemouth, reflects on his journey with the football club and the challenges he faced. He shares how he initially got involved with the club and the financial struggles they encountered, including administration and relegation. Despite the difficulties, Jeff remained committed to the club and played a crucial role in its success. He emphasises the importance of teamwork, mutual respect and empowering others. Jeff also discusses his transition from chairman to patron of Lewis Manning, a hospice charity, and the impact it has had on his life.   Takeaways Jeff Mostyn's love for football and his difficult early years shaped his life and career. Providing excellent service and caring for customers is crucial in any business. Jeff's involvement with Bournemouth Football Club was influenced by his passion for football and his desire to give back. Success is not just about winning, but also about taking part and making a positive impact. Success in a football club is a collective effort, and it requires teamwork, mutual respect and empowerment. Adversity can lead to success, and it's important to maintain a positive spirit and cohesiveness during challenging times. Legacy is not about titles or status, but about how you make people feel and the positive impact you have on their lives. Supporters are the lifeblood of a football club, and their love and respect are invaluable. Personal success is reflected in the joy and gratitude you feel for the contributions you've made to others' success and your ability to help those in need.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 08:31 Jeff's Business Career 41:01 Involvement with Bournemouth Football Club 51:09 Dealing with Setbacks and Administration 01:08:30 The Power of Teamwork and Mutual Respect 01:18:28 Becoming a Patron of Lewis Manning   #EvolvePodcast #BusinessSuccess #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Football #AFCBournemouth #SuccessStories #PersonalDevelopment #Teamwork #CustomerService #Inspiration #Adversity #Legacy #Community #Resilience

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