April 16, 2025

The Only Thing That Matters with Frank Kelly, CEO of Kelly Benefits, Former Cornell Athlete, and Author

In Episode 169, Frank Kelly, CEO of Kelly Benefits, Former Cornell Lacrosse and Football player, and Author of Influence and the Creator’s Game, talks with Phil and Paul about his extensive experience in sports, business, leadership, and ministry,...

Show Notes

In Episode 169, Frank Kelly, CEO of Kelly Benefits, Former Cornell Lacrosse and Football player, and Author of Influence and the Creator’s Game, talks with Phil and Paul about his extensive experience in sports, business, leadership, and ministry, and how his faith journey has deeply impacted all facets of his life. Frank shares personal stories from his athletic journey, his involvement with FCA, the concept of playing sports to please the Creator, and how sports can integrate with faith to influence lives for eternity. He also discusses how the principles and lessons learned from sports are applied in his family business, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and values. Listeners will gain insights into using sports to make disciples, developing a mission-driven business, and integrating faith into various aspects of life. Specifically, Frank discusses:

· His sports, business, and faith journey (4:00)

· A story from his not-so-extensive soccer coaching experience (13:35)

· His personal “why” and life purpose, and how he is living it out (17:40)

· The story behind his book, Influence and the Creator's Game and the concept of a “Praise Performance” (22:07)

· The only thing that matters (27:17)

· Impacting lives through lacrosse (29:52)

· An incredible story about God’s Providence (35:22)

· Lessons from lacrosse and other sports that he uses in his business (40:30)

· Impactful coaches and mentors in his life (51:35)

· Lessons from sport that he has used in his marriage and parenting (54:22)

· His recommended books (56:31)

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