Today’s guest is Drewe Broughton. In 1986, aged 8, he set his heart on becoming a professional footballer at the very summit of the game. In 1993 aged 16 whilst a schoolboy and signed with Norwich City FC, he was asked to be in the squad for the First team in the Premier league against Everton, based on his performances in the U.15s. 6 months later In 1994 aged 16 he left school and home to move to Norwich and pursue his dreams. In March 1996, aged 18 he made his professional debut for Norwich City away at Wolves, scoring and getting rave reviews. Three months later he was in the England U.20 World Cup squad and signed a 3 year contract with adidas. He was tipped for the top with his talent and attitude.
In 2011, aged 33, 15 years, 100 goals and 600 professional games later, lived out across 3 of England’s 4 Professional divisions, representing 20 clubs; promotions, relegations, administrations, lauded, rejected, admired, mocked, he was retired from the game. No longer was he able to perform. A career spent dogged and undermined by soul searching and Fear, It culminated in him going into rehab for addictions. At the same time his agent died, his marriage broke down and he was homeless.
A natural leader at every stage of his life. Well educated, well raised with great morals, the confusion for many around me was enormous. For him it was even greater.
What he discovered about myself during his darkest hours, he will be forever grateful for.
Such hard earned wisdom aligned with such vast experiences and exceptionally high emotional intelligence has enabled him to unlock the potential of a huge diversity of people from around the world. From Founders of businesses, to management teams, PGA golfers, International Footballers, Tennis players and many others.
He has appeared in and on, an array of media platforms from;
The New York Times , Sky Sports, Bt Sport, The Guardian, The Times, BBC, ITV
Discussing Fear and the ongoing lack of understanding around human performance and coach education.
He has found that the leaders and performers who have contacted him all have the same traits. That strong moral compass, sensitive, yet fiercely driven, relentless ambition to the point where nothing is ever enough. Traits that he hugely relates to, having had to battle that himself In a public and merciless industry for nearly two decades
Today he combines his 1:1 coaching with athletes and business owners with consultancy, which has taken him around the world, since 2019 he has taken 200+ thru his education in Advanced EQ for leaders whilst growing his company ; Sweat & Courage
To get in touch with Drewe, to find out more or see the links we discuss :
- Drewe’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewe-broughton/
- Drewe’s Book: http://tinyurl.com/4bzaz9fm
- Lion King Reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSnngqq4o8g
Podcast Chapters:
0.00 - Intro
0.46 - Drewe’s Journey with Fear
2.58 - Rehab
13.20 - Dealing with Your Shadow
19.55 - Letting Go
29.10 - How the Greatest Have a Dark Side
39.36 - Truth, Authenticity and Dialogue
51.42 - The Next Mountain?
56.04 - Finding Balance
65.05 - Spirituality and God
77.36 - Outro
(Michael Hanson is the host of the COSMIC Bridge podcast that inspires its listeners to find their higher purpose and connect their material and spiritual life through stories of breathwork teachers, shamans and stroke survivors. He is also the CEO of Growth Genie, an international B2B sales consultancy)
Today’s guest is Drewe Broughton. In 1986, aged 8, he set his heart on becoming a professional footballer at the very summit of the game. In 1993 aged 16 whilst a schoolboy and signed with Norwich City FC, he was asked to be in the squad for the First team in the Premier league against Everton, based on his performances in the U.15s. 6 months later In 1994 aged 16 he left school and home to move to Norwich and pursue his dreams. In March 1996, aged 18 he made his professional debut for Norwich City away at Wolves, scoring and getting rave reviews. Three months later he was in the England U.20 World Cup squad and signed a 3 year contract with adidas. He was tipped for the top with his talent and attitude.
In 2011, aged 33, 15 years, 100 goals and 600 professional games later, lived out across 3 of England’s 4 Professional divisions, representing 20 clubs; promotions, relegations, administrations, lauded, rejected, admired, mocked, he was retired from the game. No longer was he able to perform. A career spent dogged and undermined by soul searching and Fear, It culminated in him going into rehab for addictions. At the same time his agent died, his marriage broke down and he was homeless.
A natural leader at every stage of his life. Well educated, well raised with great morals, the confusion for many around me was enormous. For him it was even greater.
What he discovered about myself during his darkest hours, he will be forever grateful for.
Such hard earned wisdom aligned with such vast experiences and exceptionally high emotional intelligence has enabled him to unlock the potential of a huge diversity of people from around the world. From Founders of businesses, to management teams, PGA golfers, International Footballers, Tennis players and many others.
He has appeared in and on, an array of media platforms from;
The New York Times , Sky Sports, Bt Sport, The Guardian, The Times, BBC, ITV
Discussing Fear and the ongoing lack of understanding around human performance and coach education.
He has found that the leaders and performers who have contacted him all have the same traits. That strong moral compass, sensitive, yet fiercely driven, relentless ambition to the point where nothing is ever enough. Traits that he hugely relates to, having had to battle that himself In a public and merciless industry for nearly two decades
Today he combines his 1:1 coaching with athletes and business owners with consultancy, which has taken him around the world, since 2019 he has taken 200+ thru his education in Advanced EQ for leaders whilst growing his company ; Sweat & Courage
To get in touch with Drewe, to find out more or see the links we discuss :
- Drewe’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewe-broughton/
- Drewe’s Book: http://tinyurl.com/4bzaz9fm
- Lion King Reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSnngqq4o8g
Podcast Chapters:
0.00 - Intro
0.46 - Drewe’s Journey with Fear
2.58 - Rehab
13.20 - Dealing with Your Shadow
19.55 - Letting Go
29.10 - How the Greatest Have a Dark Side
39.36 - Truth, Authenticity and Dialogue
51.42 - The Next Mountain?
56.04 - Finding Balance
65.05 - Spirituality and God
77.36 - Outro
(Michael Hanson is the host of the COSMIC Bridge podcast that inspires its listeners to find their higher purpose and connect their material and spiritual life through stories of breathwork teachers, shamans and stroke survivors. He is also the CEO of Growth Genie, an international B2B sales consultancy)