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From Homeless to Game-Changer: Phil Pelucha’s Story of Impact
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In this powerful episode of the Pre-Zero Sports Talk Podcast, host Sid Bensalah sits down with Phil Pelucha, a former professional footballer turned sports business strategist and founder of the Pelucha Sports Academy.
From being homeless at 14 to building a global 8-figure consultancy, Phil’s journey is a testament to resilience, purpose, and bold leadership. He shares how sports saved his life, why he created a means-tested academy to empower underprivileged athletes, and the leadership lessons that translate directly from the pitch to the boardroom.
Phil also reveals how he helps businesses scale from six to eight figures, his mindset around fear and growth, and how his academy model is expanding into India and South America. This episode is packed with real stories, sharp business advice, and personal insights that will inspire athletes, entrepreneurs, and leaders alike.
Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction to Phil’s Journey
02:39 – Founding the Pelucha Sports Academy
04:13 – Building a Means-Tested Model
09:14 – From Struggles to Success: Academy Stories
21:34 – What Sports Teach Us About Leadership
31:39 – How to Scale Businesses Fast
40:22 – Thinking Bigger and Facing Fear
43:20 – Mental Health in High-Pressure Roles
45:31 – Advice for Facing Life’s Challenges
46:31 – What Businesses Can Learn from Elite Teams
51:19 – Lessons from Liverpool FC
01:01:54 – Global Vision for the Academy
01:07:28 – Lightning Round: Personal Insights
01:13:19 – Closing Reflections
🎧 Whether you’re a coach, CEO, or athlete, this episode will leave you motivated to lead, grow, and create impact.
👉 Learn more about Phil Pelucha and his work at https://billionairesinboxers.com
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Phil Pecha's Journey (00:00:00)
2. Founding the Pecha Sports Academy (00:02:39)
3. Means-Tested Model for Accessibility (00:04:13)
4. Challenges and Success Stories (00:09:14)
5. Leadership Lessons from Sports (00:21:34)
6. Scaling Businesses to New Heights (00:31:39)
7. The Drive to Go Bigger (00:40:22)
8. Challenges and Mental Health (00:43:20)
9. Advice for Overcoming Challenges (00:45:31)
10. Lessons from Elite Sports Teams (00:46:31)
11. Liverpool Football Club Insights (00:51:19)
12. The Academy's Vision and Impact (01:01:54)
13. Lightning Round Q&A (01:07:28)
14. Final Thoughts and Farewell (01:13:19)
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