The High Performance Zone
Welcome to The High-Performance Zone, where we dive deep into the secrets of achieving unparalleled success and peak performance. I’m John “Gucci” Foley, your host. As a former lead solo pilot of the Blue Angels, global keynote speaker, and founder of the Glad To Be Here® foundation, I’m here to share insights that can transform your life and business.
In The High-Performance Zone, we cover everything from business strategies and team dynamics to personal growth and relationship building. Discover how to become the Blue Angels of your industry by embracing the principles of excellence, trust, and resilience that drive the world’s top performers. Learn how the best get better and how you can apply these lessons to elevate your own performance.
Join me as we explore the Glad To Be Here® mindset, a powerful philosophy that fosters gratitude, positivity, and relentless improvement. Get ready to elevate your mindset, ignite your passion, and soar to new heights. Because in The High-Performance Zone, we don’t just aim for success—we achieve it, fearlessly.
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The High Performance Zone
Best of Episode: Aspire in Building a Remarkable Culture For Today! Lead with Passion - Jill Ellis, the Winningest Coach in U.S Soccer History and now President of The San Diego Wave Futbol Club.
In today's Best of Episode we feature Jill Ellis. Jill is a legend and a trailblazer in the world of women’s soccer. As a coach, she enjoyed unparalleled success and led the U.S Women’s National Team to victory in two World Cups. However, Jill’s never been one to rest on her laurels, and she’s recently stepped into an exciting new role as president of San Diego Wave FC. She’s also accepted a leadership position on FIFA’s Technical Advisory Group, which invites thought leaders from around the world to consider the future of women’s football.
In this episode, you’ll hear from Jill Ellis on;
(00:10:43) Performing under pressure. Jill acknowledges that she works best under pressure and has never been afraid to take risks. Despite her remarkable career, she reveals that she’s still motivated by the desire to succeed and never intends to let herself get too comfortable, conservative, or complacent.
(00:17:44) The power of teamwork. Jill testifies to the magic that can happen when a group of individuals comes together for the sake of the team. Plus, she points out that she always focuses on building a culture of mutual respect and empowering others to grow and perform to the best of their abilities.
(00:24:30) Doing things differently. Jill recalls the unconventional approach she took to preparing her team for the World Cup in 2015 and explains that putting the players through a series of uncomfortable and challenging experiences made them humble, hungry, and eager to win.
(00:32:17) Building a community. Jill shares her vision for the future of San Diego Wave FC and expresses her desire to create a personal connection to the local community. She also refers to the increasing popularity of women’s soccer, which appeals to a diverse fan base and attracts a growing number of supporters.
(00:52:04) Looking at football through a different lens. Jill talks about her advisory role with FIFA and sets out her intention to help grow women’s football globally and learn from the experiences and perspectives of players and coaches in developing countries.