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The Nick Standlea Show
Nick Standlea
49 episodes
1 week ago
If you like to ask questions, dive beneath the surface, and learn about fascinating individuals, you’ve found your home. Join Nick Standlea for long-form conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, creators, and other brilliant experts. Video episodes available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNickStandleaShow You can follow Nick and the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickstandlea/ A little bit about Nick: He earned a perfect score on the SAT, but thinks standardized tests are overrated. He won grants to teach kids to surf in China, explore caves in Tibet, study business at the University of Oxford, and explore Art History in Italy. Nick is a former Research Associate at the Quality of Life Research Center, where he studied creativity, flow, and learning, under his mentor, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, the author of Flow. He founded numerous companies, including Test Prep Gurus, a test prep and education consulting firm based in Newport Beach, California, that works with students across the United States, and more than a dozen other countries. Nick is a writer, speaker, entrepreneur, consultant, and podcaster. Ask questions. Don’t accept the status quo. Be curious.
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If you like to ask questions, dive beneath the surface, and learn about fascinating individuals, you’ve found your home. Join Nick Standlea for long-form conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, creators, and other brilliant experts. Video episodes available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNickStandleaShow You can follow Nick and the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickstandlea/ A little bit about Nick: He earned a perfect score on the SAT, but thinks standardized tests are overrated. He won grants to teach kids to surf in China, explore caves in Tibet, study business at the University of Oxford, and explore Art History in Italy. Nick is a former Research Associate at the Quality of Life Research Center, where he studied creativity, flow, and learning, under his mentor, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, the author of Flow. He founded numerous companies, including Test Prep Gurus, a test prep and education consulting firm based in Newport Beach, California, that works with students across the United States, and more than a dozen other countries. Nick is a writer, speaker, entrepreneur, consultant, and podcaster. Ask questions. Don’t accept the status quo. Be curious.
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Self-Improvement
Arts,
Education,
Books,
Health & Fitness
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Inside FC Barcelona's La Masia Academy with Albert Puig: How Messi, Xavi, and Yamal were developed
The Nick Standlea Show
1 hour 1 minute 49 seconds
9 months ago
Inside FC Barcelona's La Masia Academy with Albert Puig: How Messi, Xavi, and Yamal were developed
🚨 Albert Puig, the former director of La Masia—Barcelona’s world-renowned youth academy—and Bernat Franquesa, his co-founder at APFC Courses, join The Nick Standlea Show to share their insights on soccer development, life lessons, and teaching creativity.   🔑 Key Takeaways: How La Masia became the "Silicon Valley of Soccer" Why the best players focus on mindset over athleticism The vital role of competition in self-growth How to teach creativity and vision to young athletes The importance of passion, hard work, and resilience in sports and life 🌟 Learn from the coaches who helped develop stars like Lionel Messi, Andrés Iniesta, and Gerard Piqué.   📖 Want to take your coaching to the next level? Check out APFC Courses at APFCourses.com to learn the Barcelona methodology straight from the experts.   For training straight from the experts in San Diego, California, check out APFCTraining.com   🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into personal growth and high performance on  The Nick Standlea Show   🔗 Support This Podcast by Checking Out Our Sponsor:Test Prep Gurus: https://www.prepgurus.comInstagram: @TestPrepGurus Connect with The Nick Standlea Show:YouTube: @TheNickStandleaShowPodcast Website: https://nickshow.podbean.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nick-standlea-podcast/id1700331903Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0YqBBneFsKtQ6Y0ArP5CXJRSS Feed: https://feed.podbean.com/nickshow/feed.xml Nick's Socials:Instagram: @nickstandleaX (Twitter): @nickstandleaTikTok: @nickstandleashowFacebook: @nickstandleapodcast Ask questions, Don't accept the status quo, And be curious. Timestamps: 0:00 – IntroductionNick introduces Albert Puig, former director of La Masia, and Bernat Franquesa, co-founder of APFC Courses. 0:49 – What Makes La Masia Special?Albert shares insights on why La Masia is considered the "Silicon Valley of soccer." 2:27 – Pressure at the Top: Life at La MasiaAlbert reflects on the challenges of working in one of the most prestigious soccer academies. 6:12 – Budget vs. Value: La Masia’s Economic ImpactThe surprising revenue La Masia’s players generate for FC Barcelona. 9:01 – Winning vs. DevelopmentWhy the focus at La Masia is on long-term growth over short-term victories. 12:07 – Competition: A Battle With YourselfAlbert and Bernat discuss how soccer teaches life’s most important lesson: competing with yourself. 17:18 – Do You Want the Ball? Lessons for LifeHow wanting to dominate the ball translates to ambition in life. 20:52 – The Train Moment: Deciding to Seize OpportunitiesBernat shares stories of players who made—or missed—their moments. 28:45 – Hunger vs. Comfort: Cultural Differences in DevelopmentThe contrast between player development in Spain and the U.S. 30:39 – Speed of Mind vs. Speed of BodyAlbert explains why decision-making is the most important skill in soccer. 35:04 – Teaching Vision and CreativityHow to develop players who can see the game before it happens. 42:00 – Parents: Step Back and Let Players LearnWhy over-involvement from parents can hinder a player’s growth. 47:15 – Balancing Passion and IntensityWhat makes a great coach? Passion, love, and intensity. 54:00 – Preparation for Life: Lessons Beyond SoccerUsing soccer as a tool to teach life’s greatest lessons. 58:08 – Lamine Yamal: A Special TalentAlbert reflects on spotting talent like Lamine Yamal and what sets him apart. 1:00:29 – Advice for CoachesAlbert and Bernat’s final words of wisdom for coaches: focus on development, not results. 1:01:18 – Closing RemarksNick wraps up with gratitude and a reminder to stay curious.
The Nick Standlea Show
If you like to ask questions, dive beneath the surface, and learn about fascinating individuals, you’ve found your home. Join Nick Standlea for long-form conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, creators, and other brilliant experts. Video episodes available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNickStandleaShow You can follow Nick and the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickstandlea/ A little bit about Nick: He earned a perfect score on the SAT, but thinks standardized tests are overrated. He won grants to teach kids to surf in China, explore caves in Tibet, study business at the University of Oxford, and explore Art History in Italy. Nick is a former Research Associate at the Quality of Life Research Center, where he studied creativity, flow, and learning, under his mentor, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, the author of Flow. He founded numerous companies, including Test Prep Gurus, a test prep and education consulting firm based in Newport Beach, California, that works with students across the United States, and more than a dozen other countries. Nick is a writer, speaker, entrepreneur, consultant, and podcaster. Ask questions. Don’t accept the status quo. Be curious.