Volunteer Your Purpose Podcast

Rod Laurie
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The first and only podcast to spotlight bold, volunteer creators who are coaching or teaching who have scaled from working with youth to a successful team or company.

  1. 04/06/2022

    Episode - 15. How Texas Youth Football Champion Kenneth Mann Earned Championships with No Fluff

    Today in the guest chair a man I consider a force in Texas youth football.  His name is Kennth Mann and he is a youth football coach and has been coaching for sometime.  He started his first team focusing on the fundamentals for each position and knew from there the coaches would come.  Giving himself time to get acclimated to Texas youth football he experienced frustration with raising money and the predatory aspect of travel organizations.  Kenneth decided to fight back through the launch of a "new day" at Pac Prime . Pac Prime is a football organization that focuses on the development of a craft in youth football.  The organization offers development in football which will translate to life skills needed for the players. In this episode, Coach Mann shares: The steps he took to create Pac Prime.  How and why his team became so successful.  The challenges of league football vs. travel team football and some tips to overcome them.  His secret to building a strong, loyal team.  How he is setting up Pac Prime for future success. Check out this episode and others on Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud, iHeartradio,. Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed) Send questions to “Ask Coach Rod” You can now send questions for the new “Ask Coach Rod” segment that’s coming to Volunteer Your Purpose. Once I get a critical mass of questions, I can start rolling out this segment. Just email beastyouthsports@gmail.com and put hashtag #AskCoachRod in the subject. Connect with me and our guest on Instagram: Coach Rod notoriousrel3 Beast Youth Sports Pac Prime: pac_prime_seal_team6 Facebook Kenneth Mann Twitter Coach Rod notoriousrel3 Beast Youth Sports

  2. 03/30/2022

    Episode - 14. Turning Your Playing Career Into A Profitable Business (Demetrius Mitchell)

    In this episode, baseball instructor and pitching expert Demetrius Mitchell joins us in the guest chair. Demetrius is the founder of the fast-growing pitching destination DM Pitching.  As a Jackson St University grad with playing experience and an offer from Major League teams, he started out as a coach and scout.  He didn’t go into it with the intention of building a business or making money from it. Fast forward eight years and he’s been recognized everywhere from over 60 various baseball websites, and is known for curating platforms for youth with an emphasis on self-improvement. Demetrius has been heralded in Texas, Oklahoma, and the surrounding states. On this episode, Demetrius shares:         •       The planning he did before leaving coaching and scouting         •       How you can make money from pitching instruction in the current landscape (all the revenue streams he pursues)         •       How African American pitching instructors can approach sponsored opportunities         •       The difference between popularity and INFLUENCE         •       His approach to expanding his original business into new verticals, including clinics         •       How to financially sustain yourself given the unpredictable nature of entrepreneurship Check out this episode and others on Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud, iHeartradio,. Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed) Send questions to “Ask Coach Rod” You can now send questions for the new “Ask Coach Rod” segment that’s coming to Volunteer Your Purpose. Once I get a critical mass of questions, I can start rolling out this segment. Just email beastyouthsports@gmail.com and put hashtag #AskCoachRod in the subject. Connect with me and our guest on Instagram: Coach Rod notoriousrel3 Beast Youth Sports Facebook Twitter Coach Rod notoriousrel3 Beast Youth Sports

  3. 03/23/2022

    Episode - 13. Robert Holmes, a coach for the Twin City Outlaws, a national champion for 8U youth football.

    Today in the guest chair we have Robert Holmes, a coach for the Twin City Outlaws, a national champion for 8U youth football.  Twin City Outlaws specializes in bringing awareness to Columbus GA/Phenix City AL including a travel team for football but also basketball.  Coach Holmes followed the path well traveled for many years, before finally leaping into coaching. On this episode, Coach Holmes shares: ● His pathway from watching the youth play where he resided and landing in coaching by chance ● Why he ultimately got into coaching and how it influenced his daily life. ● How he succumbed to the pressures of football even when his 9-5 is calling ● How he finally worked up the nerve to use his playing experience to coach ● Why he focuses on unleashing the BEAST first and the fluff later. Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud, iHeartradio,. Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed) Send questions to “Ask Coach Rod” You can now send questions for the new “Ask Coach Rod” segment that’s coming to Volunteer Your Purpose. Once I get a critical mass of questions, I can start rolling out this segment. Just email beastyouthsports@gmail.com and put hashtag #AskCoachRod in the subject. Connect with me and our guest on Instagram: Coach Rod notoriousrel3 Beast Youth Sports Facebook Twin City Outlaws University Twitter Coach Rod notoriousrel3 Beast Youth Sports

  4. 01/27/2022

    episode - 12. The Business of Coaching Quarterbacks with BJ Hall of The Quarterback House

    Today in the guest chair we have a man who is building a community of productive players all over Central Florida.  BJ Hall is a Central Florida raised coach, scout who believes in working for everything he has.  He is the founder of The Quarterback House, a platform for young QB's.  He also has joined the staff of the Orlando Predators as their QB Coach and Head of Scouting. In this episode, he shares: The first steps he took to start taking players playing quarterback, from an interest to a craftsman.  How he balanced creating his brand with working a full-time job.  What is behind his strong love and passion for the intricacies of playing quarterback. Check out this episode and others on Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud, iHeartradio,. Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed) Send questions to “Ask Coach Rod” You can now send questions for the new “Ask Coach Rod” segment that’s coming to Volunteer Your Purpose. Once I get a critical mass of questions, I can start rolling out this segment. Just email beastyouthsports@gmail.com and put hashtag #AskCoachRod in the subject. Connect with me and our guest on Instagram: Coach Rod notoriousrel3 Beast Youth Sports thequarterbackhouse_qbs The Quarterback House The Fieldhouse Trinity thefieldhousetrinity Twitter Coach Rod notoriousrel3 Beast Youth Sports

  5. 01/27/2022

    Episode - 11. Coach Kang had always been a sports junkie

    Coach Kang had always been a sports junkie.  In his late 20's he was building a tattoo shop and working out with players in the off-season.  But after beginning daily workouts with his son, he went on a multi-year journey to begin sports performance and land his dream job.  Now Coach Kang is determined to help other youth navigate their playing journey. As the co-leader of Sniper Gang 7v7 a travel team that highlights young players around Jacksonville, FL. area.  Coach Kang is also breaking down the doors of 7v7 football and making waves in North Florida. In this episode, we talk about: His turbulent journey to finding his dream job and discovering that he could be a resource to others.  Why you should treat your day job as an investor in your coaching. Check out this episode and others on Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud, iHeartradio,. Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed) Send questions to “Ask Coach Rod” You can now send questions for the new “Ask Coach Rod” segment that’s coming to Volunteer Your Purpose. Once I get a critical mass of questions, I can start rolling out this segment. Just email beastyouthsports@gmail.com and put hashtag #AskCoachRod in the subject. Connect with me and our guest on Instagram:  Coach Rod  notoriousrel3 Beast Youth Sports snipergang_7v7 Twitter  Coach Rod  notoriousrel3 Beast Youth Sports

  6. 06/24/2021

    Episode - 10. How One Woman Noticed Her Daughter Not Being Able To Continuing To Dance During Covid And Subsequently Launched A Dynamic Dance Team (Samantha Combs of 3DT)

    Today’s guest is Samantha Combs, The Founder of Dynamic Daze Dance Team (3DT), located in Kilgore, Texas.  Samantha and her daughter developed the dance team to pursue their passion for constructive outlets for the youth in their area.  They started during the onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic.  After participating in virtual competitions, they have quickly began to establish themselves in their community for youth looking to participate in dance.  Now building on the experience they have begun to enter more live events in Texas and the surrounding areas.  On this episode, Samantha shares: How her daughter not having a dance outlet led to the creation of 3DT.  How she got the courage to step into an unknown arena and research trends to establish her team.  What she has learned from creating 3DT. Why the community of dance is hard to break into but she provides tried and true techniques that are proven to work. Check out this episode and others on Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud, iHeartradio,. Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed) Send questions to “Ask Coach Rod” You can now send questions for the new “Ask Coach Rod” segment that’s coming to Volunteer Your Purpose. Once I get a critical mass of questions, I can start rolling out this segment. Just email beastyouthsports@gmail.com and put hashtag #AskCoachRod in the subject. Connect with me and our guest on Instagram: Coach Rod Beast Youth Sports Samantha Combs Dynamic Daze Dance Team Facebook Dynamic Daze Dance Team Twitter Coach Rod Beast Youth Sports Dynamic Daze Dance Team YouTube Dynamic Daze Dance Team

  7. 03/29/2021

    Episode - 9. Ahmad Christian founder of 9 Figures Sports Academy

    Today’s guest, is Ahmad Christian. Ahmad is the founder of 9 Figures Sports Academy, an sports training facility for youth.  9 Figures helps emerging youth prepare for development in becoming productive members of society, NFL combine prep, NFL/MLB off season training.  Youth and young adults increase their school, workforce readiness, scale operations and streamline their process with the care and focus of 9 Figures Sports Academy.   The mission of 9 Figures Sports Academy is to give youth the tools they need to transform their abilities, and bring authentic youth inspired initiatives to the main stream. On this episode, you’ll learn how Ahmad got the idea and started 9 Figures Sports Academy  with a dream and in 2021  is expected to impact youth in the Jacksonville Area academically, athletically , and socially. Links mentioned in this episode: Ahmad Christian 9 Figures Sports Academy Check out this episode and others on Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud, iHeartradio,. Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed) Send questions to “Ask Coach Rod” You can now send questions for the new “Ask Coach Rod” segment that’s coming to Volunteer Your Purpose. Once I get a critical mass of questions, I can start rolling out this segment. Just email beastyouthsports@gmail.com and put hashtag #AskCoachRod in the subject.

  8. 03/22/2021

    Episode - 8. Antwan Harris is a devoted worker literally blowing up the 7v7 world right no‪w‬

    Antwan Harris is a devoted worker literally blowing up the 7v7 world right now, and he can even count nationally ranked profit - driven teams among his fans (but we’ll get into that story on the episode).  What’s it like to amass a huge following in a new city and in your hometown organically while you’re still figuring out your long term plan?  On today’s episode, Antwan shares how he balances being a popular 7v7 coach and football sensation with a entrepreneurial 9-5 just like an individual finding their purpose.  He is an example that even with a growing team, we’re all still just figuring it out as we go and that’s OK. On this episode we discuss: Antwan’s system for developing and promoting youth. How he’s grown his brand organically, without actively trying What’s it like to have your work singled out among coaches and teams who are nationally known Why introducing opportunities to get better are hard, but promoting in a way that is sustainable is a different ball game. Why it’s important to differentiate what you enjoy doing and want to receive internal gratification from and what you actually want to do for a full-time job. Why you should get out there and explore your gift, even when you don’t have it all figured out. Links mentioned in this episode: World Class Passing 7v7 Check out this episode and others on Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud, iHeartradio,. Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed) Send questions to “Ask Coach Rod” You can now send questions for the new “Ask Coach Rod” segment that’s coming to Volunteer Your Purpose. Once I get a critical mass of questions, I can start rolling out this segment. Just email beastyouthsports@gmail.com and put hashtag #AskCoachRod in the subject.

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