Podcast appearances and mentions of Paul Shirley

Do you ever go through an entire work day where you go nonstop and at the end, feel like you got absolutely nothing done? Former Cyclone and NBA player Paul Shirley's latest book, “The Art of Focused Work” approaches how to avoid such a common problem for people living in the year 2025. Chris Williams & Paul Shirley discuss screen time, mental overloads, evolution, AI, being more productive and a lot more, thanks to our friends at Steeple Ridge Bourbon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This isn't a future-of-work episode. It's a how-to-work-differently episode.Paul Shirley returns for his third appearance on the show—and this time, we go deep. We're talking focus, structure, guilt, failure, personal infrastructure, and why GenX escapees need systems more than strategies.If you've ever felt like: • You “should be able to do more” but can't quite get there… • You've got time now, but not the energy or structure to use it… • You miss having a rhythm but hate the idea of being back in a box…Then this episode is your reset.What we cover: • How Paul's focus system helped me become 100x more effective • Why 15 minutes of deep work beats 2 hours of chaos • The science (and myth) behind your tired brain • Guilt, failure, and why most productivity advice is toxic • How rituals become your “Turbo button” for meaningful work • The connection between food, flow, and freedom • How to plan your days so you don't burn out—or break downThis one isn't about getting more done. It's about getting the right things done—and feeling good doing it.⸻

Former Cyclone and NBA player Paul Shirley visits with Director of Letterwinners Engagement Mike Green. Paul will be back in Ames on January 4th, as ISU celebrates a reunion of the back-to-back Big 12 Championship teams in 2000 and 2001. Paul played a big role on each of those teams.

What does a former NBA player have to say about hitting your goals, manifesting your dream career and finding purpose and happiness along the way? Find out in this exclusive + powerful conversation!!Paul Shirley played for 17 professional basketball teams in a nine-year career, including stops in Spain, Greece, Russia, and with three teams in the NBA. He's the author of five books, including The Process is the Product which is what inspired this conversation today. Paul is also the founder of The Process, where he helps creatives, entrepreneurs, and independent workers re-learn how to manage distractions and do focused work on meaningful projects.Join Emyrald + Paul as they dive into: how to love the day to day process in pursuit of your goalthe if/then trap (and how to move beyond it) figuring out your why & your values as a way to set your goals why doing MORE than you set out to do is actually a FAILURE the importance of building a system that you can repeat on the daily to hit your long term goals the reason for rituals in creating healthy habits & new ways of being why guilt & shame do NOT work in the long run for hitting your goals the more you try to control your life, the unhappier you will be and why happiness is NOT the correct pursuit Connect with Paul  https://www.theprocessdenver.comhttps://a.co/d/3Q54onw Grab your own copy of The Process is The ProductConnect with Emyrald Join her FB communityFollow Emyrald on Instagram https://emyraldsinclaire.com 

Steve, Dana, and Lee are back on the topic of the Bible on this episode. They discuss some of the theological language used to describe the Bible and its importance. *********************************************************************Library Ladder Links: "Expository Sanctification" by Paul Shirley"Joseph and the Gospel of Many Colors: Reading an Old Story in a New Way" by Voddie Baucham"Desiring God" by John Piper*********************************************************************Website: rbcbellefontaine.comIntro Music: “Thunder” by Telecasted

This podcast I am speaking with Pastor Paul Shirley from Grace Community Church Delaware (find them here). We are discussing his book Expository Sanctification. I did not know that Pastor Matt was going to be going over Expository Listening on Wednesday a few weeks ago, but they all line up nicely. The entire idea of "expository" has been a very helpful in diving deep into the truth of the Word of God. Thankful for Pastor Paul for writing this book that you can find here.Drop me a line! thetruthtalkspodcast@gmail.comMERCH! ---> https://tulip-tees.myspreadshop.comCheck out the new designs as well. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-truth-talks-podcast/exclusive-content

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In this week's episode of the BFG podcast, Jamie Mason joins host Neal Pollack for a segment on Canadian politics. Yes, that's right, Canadian politics! In particular, the actions of one school district in Ontario to clear library shelves of any book published prior to 2008 to meet amorphous "Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion" standards. Jamie is a closer watcher of the leftward authoritarian creep in the Canadian government. He says this isn't just some sort of random occurrence from a provincial school district; the district is following federal guidelines, and this could be a harbinger of things to come. Aren't you glad you live in a free country like the U.S.A. or wherever you live, and not in a fascist country like Canada? Stay tuned for continuing coverage of Canadian censorship.Meanwhile, Max has cancelled 'Winning Time,' their docudrama about the L.A. Lakers's 1980s NBA dynasty. This has some observers upset, but not former NBA 12th man and current BFG contributor Paul Shirley. From experience, he knows how hard it is to make good TV about professional basketball. The players are so superhuman in size and ability that it's hard to make any simulated game seem really. You can't hide them under helmets or in baggy uniforms like in productions about football and baseball. It's really hard to fake hoops. Come for the discussion of 'Winning Time,' stay for Neal's Phoenix Suns fanboy slavishness.William Schwartz is back on the show to discuss 'One Piece,' a fun pirate comedy-drama on Netflix, based on an extremely popular anime. Unlike previous anime adaptations, this one captures the spirit of the original production without over-lapsing into cartoonishness. William says that's because by contract, the producers must consult with the original creator of the IP, and he's got a winning laid-back spirit that translates to the characters in the show. 'One Piece' is fun for most of the family, and Neal and William recommend it highly.Enjoy our podcast!

Peter McGraw welcomes Clover Sharpe and Paul Shirley into the Solo Studio to discuss the intriguing concept of the "Five Wells" of Leadership, introduced by the scholar and former President of Morehouse College, Robert M. Franklin Jr. Dr. Franklin's "Five Wells" illuminate the attributes of an ideal graduate, a polymath: Well-Read, Well-Spoken, Well-Dressed, Well-Traveled, and Well-Balanced. If you want to talk about this episode with other proud Solos, please sign up for the Solo community at: https://petermcgraw.org/solo/ Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.petermcgraw.org/solo/

Nikki is joined by former professional basketball player Paul Shirley for a fun conversation on everything from basketball to nutrition to entrepreneurship. After leaving professional basketball, Paul took all that he learned and created The Process to help entrepreneurs focus and build businesses, write books, and much more. It's such a joy knowing people like Paul who are out there to create, build his life doing what he loves by serving others. Website: http://createyourprocess.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulthenshirley Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulthenshirley Connect with Nikki: Website: www.tastelifenutrition.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TasteLifeNutrition Instagram: www.instagram.com/tastelifenutrition Apple Podcasts: apple.co/3V8Q6wT Spotify: spoti.fi/3SZYQDw Sponsor: www.cellcore.com

Paul Shirley, who's been married for 52 years, wrote a love song when he was courting his beautiful wife.

Paul Shirley, who's been married for 52 years, wrote a love song when he was courting his beautiful wife.

Paul Shirley, who's been married for 52 years, wrote a love song when he was courting his beautiful wife.

Ball Boy follows the adventures of Gray Taylor, a 14-year-old who discovers basketball when his mother moves them from Los Angeles to Beaudelaire, a small town in Kansas. Taylor uses basketball to become someone people notice and later to save the town. Paul Shirley (‘00 mechanical engineering), a former Cyclone basketball and NBA player, is the author of two humor memoirs, a novel, and a how-to book. He has written for ESPN.com, Slate, Esquire, the Wall Street Journal, and FlipCollective.com, a website for writers he founded.

Hosts Chris Anstey and Mark Worthington are joined by former pro baller turned author Paul Shirley to discuss his incredible journey.

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Peter McGraw invites Paul Shirley, a writer, entrepreneur, and retired professional basketball player, into the Solo Studio to discuss Paul's remarkable life as a basketball player through the lens of his books. "Can I Keep My Jersey?" has blended into Paul's time in the minor leagues and overseas. Paul learns that if things go poorly, you don't have to take it as an existential threat because sometimes things do work out, or sometimes they don't. Looking into the lens of the "Stories I Tell On Dates," Paul dives into his status in a relationship. Tune in to this inspiring episode with Paul Shirley!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Solo community today:petermcgraw.orgPeter McGraw TwitterPeter McGraw LinkedIn

Today I'm having a radically honest conversation with repeat guest Paul Shirley. Paul is the author of The Process is the Product among other books. I want to find out how creating a process can save you hours of work in the long run--and how to align that process with your goals. Connect with Paulhttps://www.createyourprocess.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-shirley-360b1649/

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Peter McGraw likes to say, "Create more than you consume." However, he also believes that reading is a cheat code to a remarkable life. In this episode, McGraw invites two voracious readers, Sarah Stinson and Paul Shirley, to inspire you and give you some hacks to read more. Note: In this episode, McGraw references a previous episode on writing as “How to Write a Lot” but it is actually called “Write Your Way Out.” That previous episode may be worth revisiting after listening to this one.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.petermcgraw.org/solo/

This week, we have ex-NBA player Paul Shirley on to talk about sex appeal and the quickest way to increase it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/AskWomen/support

NBA journeyman and author Paul Shirley, returns to the podcast to discuss his new book 'The Process'. If you have a long-term goal in mind or want methods to improve your productivity have a listen to this episode because Paul's book may be exactly what you need. To start things off we talk about Paul's impressions of his former employer, Phoenix Suns owner Robert Server, and Sarver's recent workplace misconduct. Twitter: Joseph @nblpocketpod | Andrew @andrewcanion | Nick @nicktan77 Patreon: patreon.com/nblpocketpodcast Booktopia: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/c/2324741/607517/9632 Give the website a butcher's hook: https://www.nblpocketpodcast.com Join the discord: https://discord.gg/bnqSYK4C

A new MP3 sermon from Baltimore Bible Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Training Up Men for Leadership Ministry Pt.1 Subtitle: The Shepherd's Institute Speaker: Paul Shirley Broadcaster: Baltimore Bible Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 9/18/2022 Bible: Ephesians 4:11-16 Length: 51 min.

Hunter Wynn sits down with former NBA player Paul Shirley to catch up on what he's been up to lately over at The Process as well as sharing stories from his time as a professional basketball player in Europe.  Paul shares his experiences with being shorted on his contract, playing for teams owned by Chinese oligarchs, dodging projectiles while playing on the court and many more! You can buy Paul's book : "The Process is the Product" here on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Process-Produc... Check out his website: https://www.createyourprocess.com/ Twitter: @paulthenshirley Instagram: @paulthenshirley email: mysocalledcareer@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Shirley is a former professional basketball player who played for 17 teams in a 9 year career, including stints in the NBA with teams such as the Phoenix Suns, Atlanta Hawks and the Chicago Bulls as well as a writer, speaker and author of 4 books. His work has appeared in places such as Esquire, The Wall Street Journal, and Playboy.  After Paul's basketball career, he began writing books. It was in this time that he made the connection that defines what we do: it doesn't matter whether it's basketball or writing or entrepreneurship; accomplishing big goals happens because we build a process. His first book, Can I Keep My Jersey?, is a great read with unique tone and humour and regardless of whether you like basketball I really recommend it and you can see why in the chat. His second book, Stories I Tell On Dates, came out in 2017. The Chicago Tribune said it "resonates with anyone who favours introspection and emotional honesty." That book also became a podcast that is better than most podcasts according to Paul. His third book (and first novel) is Ball Boy. And here's a small description of Paul's fourth book the Process is the Product: These are the lesson Paul Shirley has learned: it doesn't matter if it's professional sports, writing, public speaking, engineering, or acting—there will never be enough money, fame, or success to justify all the work if you can't enjoy the work itself. You have to fall in love with the process. In The Process Is The Product, Paul shares the stories of failure and rebirth that have taught him this lesson with one goal in mind: helping you fall in love with your process so you can find meaning, finish projects, and accomplish the goals you set for yourself. He also runs The Process - a professional hub to help artists, entrepreneurs, and the like. Their motto is: We help people do focused work so they can accomplish big goals.  When you hear the word athlete or ex NBA player you think of the person in a certain way, i.e. the bright lights, the fame and unlimited cash flow- however Paul explains that this applies to only a fraction of the world and how it's really challenging both mentally and physically to maintain a career in this field. For example, we dive into excessive travels, lack of certainty, confidence, physical and mental health, development, creative flow, creativity and entrepreneurship, identity, building process, and how this has all led him to writing. The video footage of this entire chat is now out as well (one day after release)! So check them out on YouTube under Michael Kahan Check Paul out on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulthenshirley The Process: https://www.createyourprocess.com/ Website: https://www.paul-shirley.com/home ------------------------------------------- Follow @Funny in Failure on Instagram and Facebook https://www.instagram.com/funnyinfailure/ https://www.facebook.com/funnyinfailure/ and @Michael_Kahan on Insta & Twitter to keep up to date with the latest info. https://www.instagram.com/michael_kahan/ https://twitter.com/Michael_Kahan

Paul Shirley is a former professional basketball player and author whose theories about habits, rituals, and routines underpin The Process.The Process provides virtual co-working and performance coaching to a worldwide community of creatives, hybrid workers, and professionals.The Process is launching a brand new pilot in-person working space in Denver, CO as part of the next expansion in community development.

We talk a lot on this podcast about business strategies and tactics but not very often about the personal side which includes wellness, physical health, and especially mindset.   So today, we're having Teresa Buruni, founder and CEO of Less Fear More Flow, who helps entrepreneurs and business owners with their personal transformation, mindset, wellness to unlock their true potential.   Teresa shares tips on how we can preserve our wellness so we never get lost amidst burnout while achieving our goals for our businesses.   This episode is a breath of fresh air and will surely enlighten you on how to attain the freedom you're aiming for through your business so hit the play button now! We talk about: Introduction [00:00] Entrepreneurs' DONTs that need to be reevaluated [04:12] To have your sleep in one go or to break it down in periods? [07:36] 45 minutes of laser focus and 45 minutes of break outside [09:59] Finding balance through different types of meditation [13:41] Bearing in mind that your bed is for resting [17:37] Why you don't have to work 7 days a week [21:36] The role of mindset in entrepreneurship [26:24] The challenge of reversing the programming set unto us [32:11] How you can deal with imposter syndrome [36:02] Tips on dealing with the pressures brought by industrialization [41:02] Going through the motions and enjoying the process of growing [48:24] Resource Links: Brett Trainor Website (https://bretttrainor.com/) Download Startup to Scaleup: A 4-Part Framework to Grow Your B2B Business to $10 Million (https://bretttrainor.com/resources/) Books mentioned: Three Simple Steps by Trevor Blake https://www.amazon.com/Three-Simple-Steps-Success-Business/dp/1936661713 Episodes mentioned: Episode 141 with Paul Shirley https://bretttrainor.com/2022/02/08/podcast-ep-141-the-difference-between-average-and-elite-with-former-nba-player-best-selling-author-paul-shirley/ About Our Guest: Teresa Bruni is a deeply committed Healer and Spiritual Warrior who helps people overcome difficulties that keep them from enjoying their lives to the fullest.    Teresa is also the founder of Less Fear, More Flow LLC and The 2020 Resilience Journal Project, as well as a #1 International Best Selling Author, speaker, and author. She is a natural instructor who thinks that our thoughts are the only limit to our potential.   Connect with Teresa Bruni: Website https://www.teresabruni.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresabrunithehealer/ Connect with me and learn more about growing your business: Email: BT@BrettTrainor.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bretttrainor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCySoKsETeKxu-Fnf2VfE7Gg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrainorBrett Twitter: https://twitter.com/Brett_Trainor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bretttrainor/ If you liked this episode, please don't forget to tune in, subscribe, and share this podcast.

Hi friends! This is a special edition of the Wide Right & Natty Lite Podcast Network with Jake Brend, Sean Dee and Paul Shirley.Shirley, a former Cyclone basketball player that played in the NBA, recently released his fourth book, "The Process is the Product." We had Shirley on to discuss his new book, the stories behind it,  and how to apply it to a daily life.It was a great conversation that ended with Shirley giving his take on the current state of the Iowa State basketball program. As always, we would like to thank our great sponsor, Es Tas Bar & Grill. Go Cyclones!

In this week's episode we welcome author and former NBA player Paul Shirley to the podcast.  Paul has written four books to include one that covers his journey from college, to playing international to eventually making it to the NBA.  Paul discusses coming from a small town, what was inside him that gave him that drive to make it to the NBA, and the best and worst parts of playing at a high major college, internationally and the NBA.  We also talk about some stories from his books to include yelling at Scottie Pippen on the Bulls team plane.  His second book, “Stories I Tell on Dates,” is one of the funniest books I have ever read.  What You Will Learn:[1:56] What did Paul's small town possess that helped him get to the highest level.[4:01] Strength coaches and trainers[8:34] What is the main attribute that players who go to the NBA possess?[11:23] Would one be successful without that “certain feeling” inside?[13:00] What did Paul's professional teammates around the world possess?[17:46] The best and worst part of playing at a high major college program.[20:30] The best and worst part of playing in an international professional league?[23:06] Did Paul want to get back to the US to play in the NBA or did he enjoy playing in Europe?[24:46] The best and worst parts of playing in the NBA[26:52] Interesting NBA fact[30:00] Being an author and a story about yelling at Scottie Pippen on the Bulls chartered plane.[47:43] Favorite Movie[47:50] Best player played against?[51:14] Most points scored in a game?[52:48] Favorite arena to play?[55:51] Biggest win of career?[57:49] Best concert of all time? Connect w/ PaulTwitter | https://twitter.com/paulthenshirleyWebsite | https://www.createyourprocess.com/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/TheProcess.FBInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/theprocess.ig/Amazon | https://www.amazon.com/Paul-Shirley/e/B001IGO7ZO%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share Connect with Cory:Website | https://www.prepathletics.comInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/prep_athletics/Twitter | https://twitter.com/PREP_AthleticsFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/PrepAthleticsEmail | coryheitz@gmail.comPhone | 859-317-1166 Subscribe to the PREP Athletics Podcast:iTunes | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prep-athletics-podcast/id1546265809?uo=4Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/6CAKbXFiIOhoHinzsReYbJAmazon | https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c37179d-3371-47f9-9d97-fd569e8802a/prep-athletics-basketball-podcast #AmazonMusic Google Podcasts | https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80M2YwZTZkMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw About Me Cory Heitz is the Founder and President of PREP Athletics. He has been helping place players into the right fitting prep schools since 2008. Cory completed a post grad year himself before playing in a D1 basketball program, so he knows the pressures that players and families face when trying to get to the collegiate level. That's why he started this podcast, which is to share his wealth of information to those looking to reach their college basketball goals.   

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When businesses fall short of their set goals, is it because of poor execution or is it because the direction taken was wrong in the first place?   We'll answer that in this episode with Alex Batdorf, CEO and Founder of Get Sh!t Done,  a platform focused on centralizing access to growth resources for female entrepreneurs.   Alex and I take a deep dive into the common challenges that her collaborating companies face and how she thinks these should be addressed.   We also discuss the importance of a founder's wellness to the business and the unending quest for innovation for companies today.   Alex unloads fresh nuggets of wisdom in this episode so make sure to catch them all by tuning in now! We'll talk about:   Introduction [00:00] The kid who wanted to rule the world through entrepreneurship [01:56] Bootstrapping vs. Venture Capital: How to create sustainable and scalable businesses [10:49] The biggest bottleneck that Alex sees the most in the startups she works with [15:21] Do you really need venture capital to grow to billion dollars? [20:09] Connecting the dots and taking control of your own destiny [26:08] Why your wellness should be your top priority as a founder [30:16] Thinking bigger and how it does wonders for your entrepreneurship path [33:46] Alex's piece of advice to founders on following their North Star [41:04]  The best way to get shit done for your business [46:42] Resource Links: Brett Trainor Website (https://bretttrainor.com/) Download Startup to Scaleup: A 4-Part Framework to Grow Your B2B Business to $10 Million (https://bretttrainor.com/resources/) Get Sh!t Done website (https://www.shegetsshitdone.com/) Episodes Mentioned: Episode 141 with Paul Shirley https://bretttrainor.com/2022/02/08/podcast-ep-141-the-difference-between-average-and-elite-with-former-nba-player-best-selling-author-paul-shirley/ Episode 131 with Eva Nahari https://bretttrainor.com/2021/11/30/podcast-ep-131-whats-hot-in-b2b-bootstrap-or-raise-with-eva-nahari/ Episode 101 with Jesse Cole https://bretttrainor.com/2021/05/04/how-to-dominate-raving-fans-innovation-a-yellow-tux-with-jesse-cole/ About Our Guest: Alex Batdorf founded Get Sh!t Done with the mission to redefine the narrative of entrepreneurship by helping women mindfully scale companies that have impactful, intentional growth while giving them the power to do it on their own terms.   Alex believes that real growth is making a status quo-breaking impact, not just growing for growth's sake. Connect with Alex Batdorf: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chief-get-shit-done-officer/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/shegetsshitdone Connect with me and learn more about growing your business: Email: BT@BrettTrainor.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bretttrainor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCySoKsETeKxu-Fnf2VfE7Gg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrainorBrett Twitter: https://twitter.com/Brett_Trainor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bretttrainor/ If you liked this episode, please don't forget to tune in, subscribe, and share this podcast.  

Entrepreneurs and business owners are constantly in scramble mode. So amidst all the chaos in your working space, how do you maintain balance to prevent everything from falling apart?   My guest today, Paul Shirley, is the founder of The Process, a co-working facility and virtual platform whose theory is discussed in his book, The Process is the Product.    Paul shares with us about his experiences as a former professional basketball player and author. He reveals how he learned to add process to the chaos of a working environment and get more done in less time.   This part of productivity focus has been a game-changer for me, and I think it can really help you as well. So get your pen and paper ready as you listen to this episode. We talk about: Introduction [00:00] The reasoning behind Paul's book, The Process is the Product [03:46] Knowing when to go back to life while in your flow state [08:14] Is it better to know when you're having an off day? [12:12] Why intensity is worth more than duration [13:30] Building a system around having the right priorities [20:24] Being fulfilled in life by falling in love with the process [25:09] The impact of willpower in our decision making [28:03] How to maintain balance when responsibilities are piling up [30:34]  Staying social and connected in a remote work setup [33:43]  Positive Peer Pressure: Finding the motivation to go out and connect with people [37:56]  Lessons that Paul gained when he had to close his first business [39:37] Paul's takeaways in his virtual co-working space [42:38]   Resource Links: Brett Trainor Website (https://bretttrainor.com/) Download Startup to Scaleup: A 4-Part Framework to Grow Your B2B Business to $10 Million (https://bretttrainor.com/resources/) The Process website (https://www.createyourprocess.com/)   Books Mentioned: The Process is the Product (https://www.amazon.com/Process-Product-Paul-Shirley/dp/1737563622) Lost Connections: Why You're Depressed and How to Find Hope (https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Connections-Uncovering-Depression-Unexpected/dp/163286830X) About Our Guest: Paul Shirley is a former NBA player who operates The Process, a co-working facility and virtual platform whose premise is detailed in his book, The Process is the Product. He dives into this theory in his podcast which is named “The Process” as well. Paul also wrote two humor memoirs, Can I Keep My Jersey?, and Stories I Tell On Dates, and a novel called Ball Boy. Paul developed the Writers Blok, a Los Angeles-based co-writing space that aims to provide structure, support, community, and accountability to writers. Connect with Paul Shirley: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-shirley-360b1649/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulthenshirley Connect with me and learn more about growing your business: Email: BT@BrettTrainor.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bretttrainor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCySoKsETeKxu-Fnf2VfE7Gg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrainorBrett Twitter: https://twitter.com/Brett_Trainor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bretttrainor/   If you liked this episode, please don't forget to tune in, subscribe, and share this podcast.

Guest Bio: A National Merit Scholar and engineering major at Iowa State University, Paul Shirley played for 17 professional basketball teams in a nine-year career, including stops in Spain, Greece, Russia, and three teams in the NBA.  He's the author of three nonfiction works: Can I Keep My Jersey?, Stories I Tell On Dates, and The Process is the Product. His first novel, Ball Boy, came out in February of 2021. In addition, Paul is the founder of The Process, which helps workers find structure, accountability, and community online and in person. Show Notes: Getting Started in Sports (2:20) Paul got his start in Engineering because it seemed like a practical way to show he was taking something seriously. He was raised in Kansas in a small town, and his family set up a basketball hoop outside the house, and Paul found this meditative state when out there playing. Basketball allowed him to be or act however he wanted as a free expression.  When he got to Iowa State, he realized he was behind many of his teammates. It was a great team, and his best chance of getting on the court was to be the hustler. He didn't do much shooting in his college days, which contrasts significantly with the end of his professional career. Adaptation is critical, and he attributes his success in sports to his ability to be what the team needed at the time.   Finding a Passion for Writing (13:40) Before he got into sports as a kid, he was a big reader, and it never occurred to him he could write his own stories. He started writing emails and blog posts for the Suns and found a way to communicate with people that allowed him introspection. He struggled in his post-basketball career with being himself, and it took him years to get in touch with what he values. As he ages, there's a lack of caring that comes with it that makes being himself easier.  When working on the TV adaptations of his writing, he found that there were a lot of changes made to the story, and it became increasingly hard to stick to the one he'd hoped to tell. In many ways, his instincts were correct, but he started to cave in areas because of a lack of confidence.    Embracing Change (30:00) We all fall victim to a tendency to lose steam around our self-belief. To grow and self-modify, we need to be open to new information and criticism. But if we're too receptive, it can turn into self-doubt. That war is just part of it, and it won't ever go away. But, as you continue on your path, you'll get better at it and develop more effective coping mechanisms. So, when you fail, give yourself time to wallow and then rebuild your strategy.  There are so many opportunities for failure in sports, which was a great training ground for Paul's post-career. Getting cut from teams, going to countries that didn't work out, and last-minute fall-throughs were a constant battle, but it gave Paul the chance to wallow, regroup, and prepare for the next step. The baseline systems we have in our daily lives carry us back to stasis after a big failure, so it's vital we have those systems in place. There's no one way to do it: it's finding the routine that works best for you as an individual.    Falling in Love with the Process (44:54) What we have to have is an everyday sense of satisfaction. We're all searching for a deeper meaning, but the truth is that day-to-day is all there is, and we'll never get away from it. There's no number of wins or milestones that will make us happy; if we can't figure out what we love about our day-to-day, we're in trouble. But hard work and joy don't have to be mutually exclusive.  The truth about life is that where you're going is constantly changing, what you initially set out to accomplish might not always be realistic for who you are or what you're good at, and that's okay. In his books, Paul hopes his readers achieve demystification and build the systems and routines necessary to set themselves up for success. It's not as hard as it can seem. Listen to Paul Shirley now and start falling in love with your process today!   Additional resources: Website: https://www.createyourprocess.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/Paul-Shirley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-shirley-360b1649/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulthenshirley

Paul Shirley use to play professional basketball in Russia with one of Emma Doyle's best friends, Chris Anstey. Paul has a wealth of experience in mentoring, writing and entrepreneurial coaching. He is the founder of The Process, which helps workers find structure, accountability, and community online and in person. This interview covers a wide range of topics from empathy to the reasons behind The Great Resignation and the secret formula to giving feedback in the workplace. His question for The Coaching Podcast has never been asked before, "What is the one wound that you are looking to ameliorate as a coach?" You are in for a real treat - filled with stories, care, empathy and love! Paul Shirley is a National Merit Scholar and engineering major at Iowa State University. Paul played for 17 professional basketball teams in a nine-year career, including stops in Spain, Greece, Russia, and with three teams in the NBA. He's the author of three works of nonfiction: Can I Keep My Jersey?, Stories I Tell On Dates, and The Process is the Product. His first novel, Ball Boy, came out in February of 2021. You can learn more about The Process here: createyourprocess.com "Something every day, everything someday."

Less than 0.002% of athletes become professional athletes. Less than 13.4% of writers become published writers. To do both is nearly impossible. Good news! We have found the outliers. Authors Kevin Owens, Paul Shirley and Sean McCaw sit down for a roundtable discussion of their careers and how they transitioned into writers. Paul Shirley, the pioneer of an athlete turing author and the writer of Can I Keep My Jersey, Stories I Tell on Dates and Ball Boy, and Sean McCaw author of Same Name Different Game discuss with Kevin, author of Overseas Famous, the writing process, who influenced their writing and how they remained relevant after retirement. All this and more of this fantastic episode of Overseas Famous Athletes to Authors.

Paul Shirley, former NBA basketball player turned author and entrepreneur, joins Carol Roth to talk about his journey from athlete to creator, entrepreneur and small business owner. Paul shares a frank and raw narrative about how the government pandemic closures happened just as his young business was gaining momentum, and his frustrations as a business owner watching the government pick winners... Source

On Dropping Dimes this week your host Matt Knost (@mattknost) is excited to have on former NBA player Paul Shirley (@paulthenshirley) to talk about his experience in the league, how we as fans view the game versus players, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and make sure to subscribe to the podcast feed of your choice!

1991 Jayhawks - (Click Here)2003 Jayhawks - (Click Here)Practice Shorts - (Click Here)On Today's show, we have a mash-up involving a 19Nine Classic and a School Spirit with the 19Nine's release of the Rex Chapman and a Hinrich/Collison Final Four Kansas Jayhawks Apparel. Join us as we look back at a legendary game involving Langford and the Jayhawks and talk about some of the history, present, and future of Kansas Basketball. Now onto the show. Categories Big Picture Context/Can't Let it GoKansas I mean KansasTalk about Naismith, Phog Allen, Dean Smith, RuppTalk about How many Final Fours 15, 6 Runner up, 3 ChipsTalk about McClendonIs there a benefit to going to back to back final foursHow much does just getting hot matter in the tournament How much about winning is just luck because this Kansas Team would win in so many years (tease the top 50)Set the SceneTeam full of talent at seemingly every position. Kansas high scoring fast breaking team. Trying to build up the other team like it could be close like hot shooting fill in the blankAt the start of the game in the intro they make it seem like you wouldn't know which team you'd want to coach. Kansas seems like the clear choice. Design Corner/Barnet's BeatTalk about why how you chose Kansas and the team/Players you picked What did this team mean to you We had Paul Shirley on and he said that the Danny Manning Team was the singular team that meant the most to him growing up. I think because College teams can be like shooting stars and seem fleeting it can really stir emotion in us. Jordan Headbands love thoseNot a great time for shoes. I was trying to figure out if one of the Kansas guys had Foamposites on but I think it was too late for those and too early for RetrosGame Moments/Play of the Game 19Nine Moment Hinrich Threes (Play Audio)19nine | Celebrating Hardwood History 19nine knows college basketball. Officially Licensed proud to partner with the leading universities.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Today's podcast is part of our ongoing series Tales from the Bench and even though our guest Paul Shirley later started for Iowa State and went on to play overseas and in the NBA I first heard about him from his writing which he did from the Phoenix Suns Bench. His first novel Ball Boy is coming out or may already be out by the time you listen to this. I ordered my copy on Amazon and you should do the same. It is a bit like a reverse Karate Kid and tells a story that has Paul's sense of humor and command for the written word. He also has other books and a Podcast called Stories I Tell on Dates. Oh yeah, you can also get yourself outfitted in Retro Cyclones gear. If you're new to the Podcast leave us a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform and if you really enjoy it send a link to the show to a friend.Iowas State Gear - https://19nine.com/collections/iowa-state-cyclonesBall Boy  - https://www.amazon.com/Ball-Boy-Paul-Shirley/dp/0578800357Stories I Tell on Dates (Podcast) - https://www.stitcher.com/show/stories-i-tell-on-datesStories I Tell on Dates (Book) - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0759RMCH4/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i2Can I Keep My Jersey? (Book)19nine | Celebrating Hardwood History 19nine knows college basketball. Officially Licensed proud to partner with the leading universities.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

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 How does a former basketball player for the Chicago Bulls wind up with two published books and a writing center in Culver City? How does he keep dozens of writers on track to completing their novels and screenplays? Writer's Blok founder, Paul Shirley, describes his origins as an artrepreneur in the L.A. writing scene and his philosophy of patient, regular practice in small amounts as the key to a writer's success. He parallels his experience training as a professional athlete to the writing process and how both depend on consistent routine and the support of a community with mutual goals. Find out more about Paul and the Writers Blok community on the website https://www.writersblok.org/. 

The cult favorite author vulnerably discusses the ups and down of his big jump from pro hoops player to author and writer's workshop space founder. Season Two kicks off with Paul Shirley, who began his writing career while playing in The NBA for the league-best Phoenix Suns, writing on their blog about his experience on the team as it unfolded throughout the 2004-05 season. In 2018 we often see players giving fans a behind-the-scenes online account in real-time, but in the pre-social media world that Paul was writing during, it was unheard of – and Paul may have been the first to do it. And in doing so helped pave the way for players to share more of themselves and their experience, thoughts, and ideas directly with fans. You'll hear Paul's insane rollercoaster of basketball rosters playing for about a dozen teams between the NBA and teams overseas and more about that Phoenix Suns blog which led to his first hit book Can I Keep My Jersey, which was then adapted and made into a TV pilot. All of this while playing pro basketball. Guest Info Paul believes his dual identity as a player/writer actually made him less desirable to teams during his decade-long pro basketball career, but ultimately being first to be a player/writer launched his pro writing career, which has included writing for Slate, The Wall Street Journal, and Esquire, in addition to the books he's authored included his latest release Stories I Tell On Dates. Show Notes What's in a Big Jump? [5:23] Earliest memory playing sports — a budding MLB athlete [5:40] Giving kids credit — becoming a basketball player [7:00] Young Paul Shirley: a Renaissance man [7:42] The Shirley parents [9:48] The Athlete vs Academic identity [10:49] The future was basketball — Dad turns the screws [14:56] A roller coaster career [17:00] Faith, luck, and self-reliance [21:09] Decisions, decisions, decisions [24:30] The start — Road Ramblings [27:04] Revolutionizing the blogging world [28:58] An unexpected darker side [30:42] “Just shoot a ball” [32:22] This is the end — a final separation of careers [35:29] A diversified identity — transition strategy [39:01] Dealing with the transition [40:08] Investing in yourself [42:08] Paul's Big Jump — an uh-oh moment [42:48] How sport carried over — committing to working hard [44:49] The simplest things are always the hardest [47:58] Writer's Blok — a reinvention and community [50:16] Toeing the line — being vulnerable [56:19] Oversharing [58:20] Be open to dissenting voices [1:05:10] Less sleep — a new ability [1:06:32] What advice would you give freshman Paul? [1:07:44] Subscribe to iTunes Subscribe to Google Play

Mick Shaffer spends the final hour of Sports Saturday talking with former Iowa State and NBA basketball player Paul Shirley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NBA player Paul Shirley joins us at the top of the frot this week to talk about Donald Sterling and all the actual racist stuff he's done vs. the weird stuff he said to his mistress that he actually got in trouble for. Questions include: is falling all over yourself to condemn him a case of thou dost protest too much? And is it better to have honest racists or racists who are smart enough to censor themselves? After that, we talk about the "botched" execution and the idea of cognitive dissonance in general, and then we get a visit from Ben, live from Thailand. He tells us about partying with monkeys and the beach where they shot The Beach, and we wrap things up with Film.com's Laremy Legel on the subject of Short Term 12. Oh, and Matt Lieb finally comes clean about what it is about quicksand porn that he finds so hot. Enjoy. 

"Can I Keep My Jersey?: 11 Teams, 5 Countries, and 4 Years in My Life as a Basketball Vagabond" author Paul Shirley joins us on the Frotcast this week. SF Comedian Matt Lieb also replaces Bret, in preparation for our FilmDrunk Frotcast Comedy Meet-Up tonight (Thursday March 27th) at Lost Weekend Video in San Francisco. We talk Noah, 12 Years a Slave, Bad Words, and Paul and Brendan compare their journeyman stories from pro basketball in Greece, Spain, and Russia; and pro football in Germany, respectively. What do coaches say when they have to cut you? Is Mark Madsen still a virgin? Brendan and Paul know. Plus, Ben partied with with Party President SkyBlue of LMFAO in Hawaii, and the tall guys (Brendan, Paul, and Matt) have a good cry about how hard it is being of God-like stature. Enjoy.