It's all about the Team

Join us for an electrifying new episode of "It's All About the Team" with legendary Coach Cheri Harrer, the winningest coach in Ohio Athletic Conference history!

NEW EPISODE with TRENT DILFER! Get ready for an EXPLOSIVE conversation with NFL legend & UAB head coach Trent Dilfer! From heartfelt parenting wisdom to gritty coaching truths (“Best players, hardest workers!” ), Trent drops game-changing insights on leadership, family, and turning teams around. Hear how he transformed a struggling program, trained confidence, and learned from icons like Ray Lewis & Brian Billick. Don't miss the “Choices, Decisions, Consequences” mantra that'll rethink your life! 00:00:35 - 00:01:40 | Welcome to UAB: Trent Dilfer's Journey 00:04:03 - 00:06:51 | Parenting with Unconditional Love & First Time Obedience 00:08:04 - 00:09:40 | “You're Awesome, But” Parenting Philosophy 00:10:00 - 00:13:06 | The Birth of “Coach's Hat” 00:18:13 - 00:22:14 | Best Players Must Be Hardest Workers 00:25:17 - 00:27:00 | Jim Sweeney's Tough Love & Prop 48 Success 00:37:01 - 00:38:47 | Choices, Decisions, Consequences 00:41:17 - 00:44:28 | Managing Personalities with Brian Billick 00:50:52 - 00:53:17 | Romeo Crennel's Hiring Lesson 01:13:39 - 01:15:39 | Transforming a Soft Player into the Toughest 01:17:05 - 01:18:10 | Confidence is Trainable 01:19:22 - 01:20:19 | Living Bigger Than Yourself

Join us for an epic episode of It's All About the Team featuring NFL veteran Teddy Ginn Jr. and legendary Coach Darrell Hazell! From heartfelt lessons learned at home in Cinnaminson, NJ, to the gritty brotherhood of Ohio State and the high-stakes NFL, these two share unforgettable stories of sacrifice, leadership, and team-building that will inspire you! Hear about Teddy's hilarious cheerleader collision and Coach Hazell's wild charcoal grill mishap! Discover the secrets to building unstoppable teams, from youth football to the Super Bowl. Don't miss the raw, real, and motivating moments that make this a must-watch! #Teamwork #NFLStories #MotivationLike, subscribe, and hit the bell for more epic sports stories! #Football #Inspiration #OhioState #nfl 00:00:00 - Intro: Welcome to the Team 00:00:41 - Sacrifice at Home 00:02:27 - Teddy's Mascot Days 00:04:16 - First Lessons in Organized Sports 00:06:03 - Teddy's Youth Football Insights 00:08:40 - Best High School Teammate 00:09:05 - Teddy as the Ultimate Teammate 00:10:31 - Coach Hazell's Journey to Muskingum 00:13:00 - Building Team Unity at Muskingum 00:15:50 - Teddy's Ohio State Transition 00:17:55 - Cheerleader Collision Chaos 00:23:30 - Learning to Lose with the Dolphins 00:34:59 - Charcoal Grill Mishap 00:39:12 - Everything Matters at Penn 00:43:38 - Carolina's Brotherhood 00:55:09 - Minneapolis Miracle Memory 01:00:05 - Fake Punt Return Glory 01:01:51 - Final Wisdom: Empower Your Team

Ever wondered how to turn a struggling startup into a retail empire? Join us in Episode 45 as we sit down with Rick Blase, the mastermind behind Rick's Boot Factory! Starting with just 72 pairs of boots and 500 empty boxes in Youngstown, Ohio, Rick faced crushing lows—like selling everything but his house to survive the rise of online shopping. Yet, through grit, teamwork, and a bold pivot to manufacturing, he built a thriving business with 8 locations from Nashville to Las Vegas! What You'll Learn: The #1 secret to surviving business ups and downs: “Success isn't linear!” Why valuing and paying your team MORE can save your business. How Rick's “never say I” philosophy turned employees into loyal teammates. Insider tips for picking winning locations in tourist hotspots like Pigeon Forge and Orlando. The power of giving back—how Rick supports Youngstown State and the Boys and Girls Club. Why Watch? Rick's story is a masterclass in resilience, leadership, and community impact. From nearly going broke to owning a Nashville landmark, his journey will inspire entrepreneurs, leaders, and dreamers alike. Plus, hear his take on the Cleveland Browns' glory days and why teamwork makes the dream work—on and off the field! Subscribe for more inspiring stories of teamwork and triumph! Hit the Bell to never miss an episode of It's All About the Team! Comment Below: What's YOUR biggest business lesson? Share your story! 00:00:00 - Intro: Welcome to It's All About the Team00:00:31 - Rick Blaze's Entrepreneurial Journey Begins00:03:09 - Early Struggles and First Lessons00:04:00 - Facing the Internet Threat00:05:27 - The Manufacturing Pivot That Saved the Business00:06:24 - Building a Team-First Culture00:08:33 - Valuing Employees: The Key to Retention00:09:57 - Expanding to Tourist Hotspots00:11:34 - Hiring the Right Team Members00:14:31 - Paying More to Build a Loyal Workforce00:15:57 - Workforce Challenges in Ohio00:19:19 - Empowering Young Employees00:21:13 - Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork00:22:12 - The Courage to Persevere00:25:15 - Strategic Location Choices: Nashville and Beyond00:29:14 - Building Teams Across Regions00:32:24 - Leadership and Learning from Mistakes00:34:50 - Sports and Teamwork: Cleveland Cavaliers Insights00:36:49 - Cleveland Browns Nostalgia00:40:27 - Giving Back: Youngstown State Foundation00:42:45 - Community Impact Beyond Business00:45:06 - Key Takeaways: Value and Compensate Your Team00:46:05 - Outro: Rick's Legacy and Community Impact

Ep. 44 | Dana Bronsord: From Soccer Fields to Hurricane Hero – The Ultimate Teamwork Story! Join us for an unforgettable episode of It's All About the Team as we dive into the incredible journey of Dana Bronsord, a Youngstown State soccer star turned physical therapist and hurricane relief leader! From her small-town roots in Wellsburg, WV, to building thriving teams in healthcare and spearheading recovery efforts after Hurricane Ian devastated Fort Myers Beach, Dana's story is proof that pressure makes diamonds! In this episode, Dana shares: How her soccer days at YSU taught her to gel teams under pressure The secrets to leading healthcare teams in a challenging industry Her heroic role in rescuing neighbors after Hurricane Ian's 18ft surge Why embracing change is the key to unstoppable team success “No substitute for time when building relationships” – Dana's lessons will inspire you to level up your teamwork game, whether in sports, business, or life! Don't miss this powerful story of resilience, community, and the unbreakable spirit of a true teammate. Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more stories that prove It's All About the Team! Share your favorite teamwork moment in the comments below! Watch now and discover how Dana turned chaos into triumph! #Teamwork #HurricaneIan #Inspiration #DanaBronsord #YoungstownState #Leadership #Resilience 00:00:00 - 00:00:41 | Welcome & Dana's Inspiring Journey Begins00:01:01 - 00:02:46 | The Power of Family & Community as a Team00:03:09 - 00:04:51 | Choosing Youngstown State: A Game-Changing Decision00:05:10 - 00:07:37 | Building a New Soccer Team from Scratch00:08:02 - 00:09:43 | Adapting to New Leadership & Learning from Mistakes00:11:46 - 00:13:21 | Balancing Soccer and Physical Therapy School00:16:37 - 00:19:55 | Building a Healthcare Team in Maryland00:21:06 - 00:24:05 | Starting Island Fit from Nothing in Fort Myers00:32:31 - 00:36:24 | Heroic Hurricane Ian Rescue Efforts00:38:19 - 00:42:37 | Rebuilding Fort Myers Beach: Embracing Change

Ep. 42 of 'It's All About the Team' brings you Laurie Brlas – a Youngstown State legend who went from mom of two to #1 CPA in the WORLD! Join host Jim Tressel as Laurie spills the secrets behind her meteoric rise: acing global exams, climbing the corporate ladder to CFO of giants like Newmont Mining, and mastering the art of teamwork. How did she juggle family, study, and success? What's the ONE lesson she swears by? Hit play to find out – and discover why greatness starts with a team! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share your favorite takeaway in the comments below!00:00:00 - Intro: Meet a Youngstown State Legend 00:01:25 - #1 CPA in the World – How She Did It 00:03:43 - Kids as Teammates: The Chore List Story 00:07:33 - Team Lesson #1: Open Your Mind 00:09:19 - Self-Awareness: The Leadership Key 00:11:31 - Belief That Fuels Success 00:13:33 - Mergers & Communication Chaos 00:23:10 - From Hater to Best Friend 00:30:01 - Laurie's Ohio Elevator Pitch 00:40:12 - Three Words to Win as a Team

In this episode, we dive deep into the journey of Matt Campbell, the dynamic head coach of Iowa State Football. Discover how Campbell has transformed Iowa State into a powerhouse, emphasizing discipline, culture, and a relentless focus on development. Learn about his approach to recruiting, building winning teams, and how he inspires his players to buy into the process. Whether you're a Cyclones fan or a football enthusiast, this story of leadership and determination will leave you inspired!

Brandon Chrostowski is changing lives one plate at a time.

Success in football isn't just about X's and O's—it's about building the right team. Few coaches understand this better than Alex Golesh. From his early days breaking into the coaching world to leading programs at the highest level, Golesh has mastered the art of team-building, leadership, and culture.In this episode, we dive into:✅ Golesh's journey from a young coach to a top program leader

What happens when a football coach trades the playbook for a business plan?

Ted Ginn Sr. isn't just a coach—he's a football legend.

Dr. Jennifer Merritt is making a powerful impact by teaching trauma-informed awareness to help children overcome adversity and graduate high school.

Anthony Schlegel and Bobby Carpenter take you inside their incredible journey from dominating the field at Ohio State to navigating life in the pros.

In this episode, we sit down with Dave Axner to explore his inspiring journey through academic administration and his impactful leadership at the Buckeye Association of School Administrators (BASA).

How did Steve Steinour go from small-town beginnings to becoming the powerhouse CEO of Huntington Bank?

In this episode of It's All About the Team, we're thrilled to welcome UConn Men's Basketball Coach Dan Hurley!

Join us as we dive deep into the incredible life journey of Malcolm Jenkins— from his standout days at Ohio State to his remarkable NFL career, and his transformation into a social justice advocate with the Players Coalition.

Discover how YSU Engineering teams are using the power of teamwork to innovate and build a brighter future!

In this special episode, we take a look back at the highlights from the last 10 episodes of It's All About the Team!

Join us as we sit down with Thom and Josh McDaniels to explore their incredible coaching journeys in the world of football. From Thom McDaniels' early success as a high school coach to Josh McDaniels' rise through the NFL ranks, this in-depth conversation covers how their experiences have shaped their careers and influenced countless players. Discover behind-the-scenes insights from high school fields to NFL stadiums, their coaching philosophies, and how they navigated the challenges of building winning teams.Thom and Josh McDaniels share stories about their time on the sidelines, their approaches to leadership and strategy, and how football has been a lifelong passion for both father and son. Whether you're a football fan or curious about the inner workings of coaching, this podcast is packed with valuable lessons and fascinating anecdotes.Don't miss this unique conversation with one of football's most experienced father-son coaching duos.Video episode - https://youtu.be/PBxRDpYgSC0tresselinstitute.ysu.eduysu.edu#teambuilding #nfl #podcast #patriots #patriotsnation #raidersnews #raidernation #raiders #football #jimtressel #leadership #teamwork #teamactivities #team #coaching #collegefootball #tombrady #billbelichick #nicksaban #college #alabamafootball #rolltide #viralvideo #youtube

Special assistant to the head coach for the New England Patriots, Matthew Slater takes us through his football journey from college to the Patriots. Follow along as Matthew gives insight on the teamwork and leadership throughout his tenure and how faith played a big role in his success on and off the field. https://tresselinstitute.ysu.edu/#itsallabouttheteam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #patriots #foxborough #MatthewSlater #newengland #newenglandpatriots #Nateebner #buckeyesfootball #ohiostatefootball #NFL #Football #collegefootball #ucla #billbelichick

Jim Tressel sits down with Rob Cochran, chairman and CEO of #1 Cochran, to discuss what it takes to build teams in the world of automotive sales and service.#itsallabouttheteam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #Youngstown #Pittsburgh #Cochran #RobCochran #AutomotiveIndustry #auto #cardealership tresselinstitute.ysu.eduysu.edu

Youngstown State Penguins women's basketball head coach Melissa Jackson shares her five core values when it comes to team building, drawing from her career as both a player and coach. #itsallabouttheteam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #GoGuins #Youngstown #MelissaJackson #Penguins #buckeyesfootball #ohiostatefootball #WNBA #NBA #WomansBasketball tresselinstitute.ysu.eduysu.edu

Jim Tressel sits down with former Michigan State head football coach Mark Dantonio to discuss the invaluable lessons Dantonio learned from the coaches who shaped his career.The two reminisce about their time together at Ohio State University, where Dantonio, as defensive coordinator, played a pivotal role in stopping the Miami Hurricanes' explosive offense in the 2002 championship game.Tune in to hear their insights on building successful teams and the philosophies that guided their storied careers.#ItsAllAbouttheTeam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #teamworktriumphs #MarkDantonio #michiganstatefootball #collegefootball tresselinstitute.ysu.edu

Jim Tressel sits down with Mark Lamoncha, President and CEO of Humtown Products, and organizational strategist and author Tim Figley, to talk about their new book "The Industrial Athlete Operation System" and how it implements team strategies in an industrial setting.#ItsAllAbouttheTeam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #teamworktriumphs #MarkLamoncha #TimFigley #HumtownProducts #TheIndustrialAthleteOperationSystem #IndustrialAthlete #TeamBuildingtresselinstitute.ysu.eduysu.edu

Youngstown State University head football coach Doug Phillips talks about teamwork with players on the football field and students in the classroom.Phillips also shares how excited he was to come back to YSU to become the head football coach.#itsallabouttheteam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #penguins #goguins #DougPhillips #Youngstown #YSU #Ohio #buckeyesfootball #ohiostatefootball #Football #collegefootball tresselinstitute.ysu.eduysu.edu

Wisconsin head football coach Luke Fickell shares his insights on building resilient teams, drawing from his extensive career as both a player and coach. Fickell discusses how overcoming adversity has shaped his leadership style and the key lessons he's learned from being part of numerous successful teams.#itsallabouttheteam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #teamworktriumphs #LukeFickell #Wisconsin #GreenBay #buckeyesfootball #ohiostatefootball #NFL #Football tresselinstitute.ysu.eduysu.edu

Cameron Heyward, Pittsburgh Steelers Defensive Tackle and Walter Payton Man of the Year, talks with Jim Tressel about his journey through his football career and the legacy he continues to build on in Pittsburgh.#ItsAllAbouttheTeam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #teamworktriumphs #CameronHeyward #PittsburghSteelers #Steelers #buckeyesfootball #ohiostatefootball #Pittsburgh #manoftheyear tresselinstitute.ysu.eduysu.edu

Jim Tressel takes time to look back at the first ten episodes to highlight some lessons we've learned from our teammates along the way.#ItsAllAbouttheTeam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #teamworktriumphs #Youngstown #YoungstownFootball #MahoningValley #Learning #Choices #Parenting tresselinstitute.ysu.edu

Interim CEO of Lake to River Economic Development Alexa Sweeney Blackann talks with Jim Tressel about the lessons she learned from her parents, running a 4th generation family business, and the future of Youngstown, Ohio's economic development opportunities.#ItsAllAbouttheTeam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #teamworktriumphs #AlexaSweeneyBlackann #Youngstown #YoungstownFootball #JobsOhio #MahoningValley tresselinstitute.ysu.eduindustrialathlete40.comlaketoriverohio.org

Notre Dame head football coach Marcus Freeman talks with Jim Tressel about his time as an Ohio State Buckeye and how his journey led him to coaching.#ItsAllAbouttheTeam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #teamworktriumphs #MarcusFreeman #FightingIrish #buckeyesfootball #ohiostatefootball #notredame ----Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork:tresselinstitute.ysu.eduCheck out The Industrial Athlete Operating System:industrialathlete40.com

In episode 9 of It's All About the Team, Jim Tressel and Maurice Clarett go back to the phone call where it all began and work their way through Maurice's life in the world of business. #ItsAllAbouttheTeam#IAATT #Teambuilding #Team #JimTressel #Teamwork #TeamworkTriumphs #MauriceClarett #OSUFootball #Leadership ----Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork:tresselinstitute.ysu.eduCheck out The Industrial Athlete:industrialathlete40.com

In episode 8 of It's All About the Team, Jim Tressel sits down with Eric Spiegel, a businessman and investor, about all of the teams he's been a part of around the world.#ItsAllAbouttheTeam#IAATT #Teambuilding #Team #JimTressel #Teamwork #TeamworkTriumphs #EricSpiegel #HarvardFootball #Leadership #CEO #Corporate ----Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork:https://tresselinstitute.ysu.edu/

In episode 7 of It's All About the Team, Jim Tressel sits down with Howie Long, NFL commentator and former Super Bowl champion with the Los Angeles Raiders. Howie shares insights from his storied football career, the lessons he's learned about teamwork, and how those lessons continue to shape his current career in sports commentary. #ItsAllAbouttheTeam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #teamworktriumphs #howielong #ohiostatefootball #ohiostatebuckeyes #nfl #football ----Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork:https://tresselinstitute.ysu.edu/

Jim Tressel talks with Michael Peterson, a former NFL player, former police officer, and now managing partner and president of Global Investigations Cello HR, about all of the teams he's been a part of through football, law enforcement and the corporate world.#ItsAllAbouttheTeam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #teamworktriumphs #youngstownstatefootball #leadership #NFL #Police #lawenforcement #corporate #teamworkmakesthedreamwork----Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork:https://tresselinstitute.ysu.edu/

Jim Tressel talks with three-time Super Bowl champion Nate Ebner about his journey in life and his passion for the team.#ItsAllAbouttheTeam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #teamworktriumphs #NateEbner #ohiostatefootball #ohiostatebuckeyes ----Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork:https://tresselinstitute.ysu.edu/

Jim Tressel talks with retired 4-Star General Maryanne Miller about how the U.S. Military turns millions of unique individuals into a cohesive team.#ItsAllAbouttheTeam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #teamworktriumphs #RyanDay #ohiostatefootball #ohiostatebuckeyes --Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork:https://tresselinstitute.ysu.edu/

Jim Tressel and Ryan Day discuss coaching at The Ohio State University, team mentality, talking team in the NFL, and the importance of every member on the team.#ItsAllAboutTheTeam #IAATT #Teambuilding #Team #JimTressel #Teamwork #TeamworkTriumphs----Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork:https://tresselinstitute.ysu.edu/

Jim Tressel and AJ Hawk discuss building team at The Ohio State University, what makes a good NFL team, and the role teamwork plays on the Pat McAfee Show.#ItsAllAbouttheTeam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #teamworktriumphs--Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork:https://tresselinstitute.ysu.edu/

In the debut episode of It's All About the Team, Jim Tressel speaks with John Maxwell of Maxwell Leadership about how to build team in the family, the workplace, and across the globe.#ItsAllAbouttheTeam #IAATT #teambuilding #team #JimTressel #teamwork #teamworktriumphsTressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork:https://tresselinstitute.ysu.edu/

It's All About the Team is a compelling new podcast series hosted by Jim Tressel that delves into the heart of teamwork. Often individual achievement takes the spotlight, but this podcast shifts the focus to the collective power of people working together towards a common goal. It will explore successful and unsuccessful examples of teams.