Sport Stories Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Insightful, honest, inspirational and thought provoking SPORT STORIES and SNAP SHOTS for Parents, Teachers, Coaches and Leaders involved and interested in sport. Tips, guidance and advice to help you to help others!
Listen for a detailed insight into the fascinating and ever-growing world of CrossFit, as well as the difficulties faced in the sponsorship of disability athletes and disability sort as a whole!
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Listen to our latest SS15 with National League rugby player Tom Steene where we discuss the English rugby set up and how it can impact both teams and players, as well as the impact of transferable skills from sport to every day life!
If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It only takes a minute and really makes a difference in helping to convince new listeners. Thanks so much it - is much appreciated!!
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Listen for an insight into being a full-time student and cricket lover! A different perspective into how sport can influence social life both positively and negatively, while still being someones passion to take seriously.
If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It only takes a minute and really makes a difference in helping to convince new listeners. Thanks so much it - is much appreciated!!
For show notes and past guests, please visit www.sportstories247.com
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Follow Sport Stories: Twitter: twitter.com/sportstories_ Instagram: Instagram.com/sportstories247 Facebook: facebook.com/sportstories247 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportstories YouTube: Sport Stories YouTube Channel
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An insight into the sporting life of ex netball player, Vicklyn Joseph. We touch on how she made it to the top end of netball, how shew became a teacher and the struggles she faced along the way. Listen for an interesting and inspiring story!
If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It only takes a minute and really makes a difference in helping to convince new listeners. Thanks so much it - is much appreciated!!
For show notes and past guests, please visit www.sportstories247.com
Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Please make contact at: hello@sportstories247.com
Follow Sport Stories: Twitter: twitter.com/sportstories_ Instagram: Instagram.com/sportstories247 Facebook: facebook.com/sportstories247 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportstories YouTube: Sport Stories YouTube Channel
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An insight into Ex rugby player and former headmaster Floyd Steadman. A story of how he overcame the many obstacles he faced and made the best of his situation. We follow on the topic of race in sport as well as education.
This episode is slightly longer but well worth the listen.
If you want to hear more about Floyd's life, his latest book, A Week One Summer, is available to buy now!
If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It only takes a minute and really makes a difference in helping to convince new listeners. Thanks so much it - is much appreciated!!
For show notes and past guests, please visit www.sportstories247.com
Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Please make contact at: hello@sportstories247.com
Follow Sport Stories: Twitter: twitter.com/sportstories_ Instagram: Instagram.com/sportstories247 Facebook: facebook.com/sportstories247 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportstories YouTube: Sport Stories YouTube Channel
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An insight into top flight university rugby player, John Okafor, delving into his experiences through the rugby system. We touch on race and on how sport has and can further improve its inclusiveness.
Also featuring Lucas Brathwaite presenting his first SS15 episode.
If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It only takes a minute and really makes a difference in helping to convince new listeners. Thanks so much it - is much appreciated!!
For show notes and past guests, please visit www.sportstories247.com
Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Please make contact at: hello@sportstories247.com
Follow Sport Stories: Twitter: twitter.com/sportstories_ Instagram: Instagram.com/sportstories247 Facebook: facebook.com/sportstories247 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportstories YouTube: Sport Stories YouTube Channel
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An amazing insight into MCCU cricket coach, Rick Holland and his many other talents! Hear about women in sport and Rick's views from a coach's perspective.
If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It only takes a minute and really makes a difference in helping to convince new listeners. Thanks so much it - is much appreciated!!
For show notes and past guests, please visit www.sportstories247.com
Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Please make contact at: hello@sportstories247.com
Follow Sport Stories: Twitter: twitter.com/sportstories_ Instagram: Instagram.com/sportstories247 Facebook: facebook.com/sportstories247 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportstories YouTube: Sport Stories YouTube Channel
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To kick start the SS15 episodes I had the pleasure of of talking with Tawanda, a professional cricket player with a great story. We hear Tawanda's cricket journey, his mental health experiences and diffrent chapters of his life leading up to where he is today and who he is.
If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It only takes a minute and really makes a difference in helping to convince new listeners. Thanks so much it - is much appreciated!!
For show notes and past guests, please visit www.sportstories247.com
Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Please make contact at: hello@sportstories247.com
Follow Sport Stories: Twitter: twitter.com/sportstories_ Instagram: Instagram.com/sportstories247 Facebook: facebook.com/sportstories247 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportstories YouTube: Sport Stories YouTube Channel
Find out more about Dave at: www.thesummitpartnership.com Follow Dave: Twitter: https://twitter.com/SummitDave LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davelevine3
From South Africa to Yorkshire. Playing a variety of Sports. Navigating some ups and downs. Building a philosophy and deep set of values. Finding a way!
The Sport Stories Podcast with a twist.
Special Guest Dave Levine - usually the Host of the Sport Stories Podcast shares his story!
If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It only takes a minute and really makes a difference in helping to convince new listeners. Thanks so much it - is much appreciated!!
For show notes and past guests, please visit www.sportstories247.com
Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Please make contact at: hello@sportstories247.com
Follow Sport Stories: Twitter: twitter.com/sportstories_ Instagram: Instagram.com/sportstories247 Facebook: facebook.com/sportstories247 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportstories YouTube: Sport Stories YouTube Channel
Find out more about Dave at: www.thesummitpartnership.com Follow Dave: Twitter: https://twitter.com/SummitDave LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davelevine3
✔💖👍U Matter
It has been made very clear to me over the past few days what the positive impact that making somebody feel that they matter really has!
You can make others feel like they matter!
UMatter too!
❓What do you feel like when you feel that 'U Matter' ? ❓What is it that others do to make you feel this way? ❓How do you make others feel like they matter?
For #Parents, #coaches, #teachers, #leaders...
Powerful and thought provoking questions for those looking to have a positive and profound impact on others (and themselves!)
Thanks Professor (dr.) Tony Ghaye for your great work in this area!
leadershipdevelopment #coaching #work Sport Stories
👀😎😍SAWUBONA
"I SEE YOU"
More Importantly " I see you as you are"
This is a common greeting in the #Zulu tribe in South Africa.
Sawubona symbolizes the importance of directing our attention to another person.
'I see you' has proved to be a very useful underpinning principle to the work I do as a developer of people.
You may like to consider...
❓How do you help 'others see you'? ❓How do you best 'Really see others'? ❓How could you develop and bring to life the principle of 'I see You' in the role you play to benefit you and others?
I want to take this opportunity to THANK all my past and current clients, colleagues and coachees for the work we have done together.
I am looking forward to continuing the great work, forging new partnerships and making a difference in the year ahead!
I SEE YOU (as best I can!) and I hope that you see me!!!👀👍👏😀
As always - drop me a line below to share your stories or contact me via the Sport Stories website.
Have a listen to the many Podcasts and Snap Shots I have shared. (You will definitely see and hear more form me!)
people #work #leadershipdevelopment #coaching
💖✔👍 EMOTIONAL EXPRESSION
A key component of Emotional Intelligence.
The short clip speaks for itself!
❓How and when does the expression of emotions help or hinder you?
I would love to hear from you either privately or via the comment box.
www.sportstories247.com
leadershipdevelopement #coaching #work #emotionalintelligence #expressyourself
👍🏼🧭🖼 LEGACY
"What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others." Pericles
❓What is the Legacy you would like to leave? ❓How could you position leaving a legacy in a really purposeful and positive way? ❓Who has touched you with their Legacy and how...?
Some big questions worth considering.
I would love to hear your thoughts or if you would value talking this through further then please do contact me.
www.sportstories247.com
leadership #coaching #legacy #work #personaldevelopment
➕💯💖SELF-REGARD
"You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection." -- Buddha
Self regard is a really important aspect of your emotional intelligence.
❓Why is self regard important to you and how conscious are you in developing it?
❓How aware are you of your self regard and what contributes to it?
❓What might you do to boost your self regard - and that of those around you?
Listen in to the short SNAP SHOT and pick up a simple strategy to build on your self regard.
Such a powerful component to consider. Have a think and let me know what your thoughts are.....
Always happy to chat this through. Contact me at www.sportstories247.com or via social media channels
leadership #coaching #work #personaldevelopment #emotionalintelligence
💔😢 🙏GRIEF
Not maybe a word you would associate with leadership and work!? Read on and listen in as you may discover a connection...
Currently seems that we have all lost something recently.
❓What does grief mean to you and how do you see it playing out in your world? ❓How do you help yourself when at home and work? ❓How do you help others when you recognise they are grieving?
You may like to consider the Kubler Ross Change/Grief cycle. I find it is really helpful to make sense of the behaviours and emotions your feel or see.
Please drop me a line and share your story. Furthermore, if you'd value talking through how grief is playing out in your personal or work world then drop me a line.
Have a look at the other SNAPSHOTS and the website - www.sportstories247.com
grief #leadershipdevelopement #work #coaching #change Sport Stories
👍🎙👏REFLECTION
“Reflection is one of the most underused yet powerful tools for success.”
❓How and when do you reflect? ❓How could you maximise the value of your reflections? ❓What may get in your way and what excuses do you often make to not reflect?
I hear many say they reflect. Being more conscious and purposeful with your approach may prove even more beneficial.
Let me know on what your reflections have been from the week and don't forget to share the 'actions' you will take as a result.
See below for links to past SNAPSHOTS and or message me for more details
Please also make the choice and reach out to me at www.sportstories247.com
I would be keen to know what your greatest work and leadership challenge currently is.
reflections #leadershipdevelopement #success #coaching #work
🖼🔬TRANSPARENCY✔
"0perating in such a way that it is easy for others to see what actions are performed. Transparency implies openness, communication, and accountability"
What doe transparency mean to you? When has it been positive in the work place and why? What gets in you way of being transparent and how might you address this?
Imagine if being more transparent could help you as a person/leader......
For me this is a powerful principle linked to #trust, #awareness, #credibility, and #vulnerability.
Let me know what you think and please enjoy some of the previous SNAP SHOTS.
Please also make the choice and reach out to me at www.sportstories247.com
I would be keen to know what your greatest work and leadership challenge currently is.
leadershipdevelopement #work #coaching #transparency #leadership
👂↗👍SILENCE
There was an old proverb "Speech is silver and silence is golden."
You may value taking the time to listen to this short SNAP SHOT.
❓How do you find sitting with silence? ❓What do you need to do to at ease with silence? ❓When and where might you use silence as an approach for development and building trust?
I would love to hear more from you....
Have a look and listen of some of my previous Sport Stories SNAP SHOTS
Please also make the choice and reach out to me at www.sportstories247.com
I would be keen to know what your greatest work and leadership challenge currently is.
development #coaching #leadershipdevelopement #silence
⁉💡↗CHOICES
The Dictionary definition for CHOICES is as follows. "the right or ability to choose" and " a range of possibilities from which one or more may be chosen"
Now if think about it in terms of how we turn up in the world and our individual levels of consciousness - we are ALL making choices ALL the time..
❓How conscious are you of the choices you make? ❓What guides the choices you make? ❓How do you sit with the idea you are totally responsible for everything you say, do and even feel?
I know that some people that I have worked with struggle with the idea that you CHOOSE the way you feel. What do you think?
This is such an interesting and powerful word and worth considering if you are striving to fulfil your potential and perform well in whatever you do.
leadershipdevelopement #coaching #work #choicesmatter Sport Stories
Please make the choice and engage with previous SNAPSHOTS and reach out to me at www.sportstories247.com
and let me know what your greatest work and leadership challenge currently is.
✔👍💖GRATITUDE
" 1 Act of Gratitude will increase you happiness by 10%"
So what is GRATITUDE and WHY is it so important....
The Harvard Medical School says gratitude is:
“a thankful appreciation for what an individual receives, whether tangible or intangible. With gratitude, people acknowledge the goodness in their lives … As a result, gratitude also helps people connect to something larger than themselves as individuals–whether to other people, nature, or a higher power”
❓So what have you to lose?
❓What gets in your way of giving 'gratitude'?
❓How do you feel when on the receiving end?
✔What could you do today to capture your acts of Gratitude and reap the benefits?
As always I would love top hear your stories! Check out the contact details and links to further Podcasts below.
And of course -
I WOULD REALLY LIKE TO THANK YOU FOR ENGAGING WITH MY CONTENT AND LISTENING IN TO THE SPORT STORIES SNAPSHOT. THANK YOU AND I DO HOPE YOU ARE FINDING THE INTENDED VALUE!!!!!
🎧Listen to further podcasts and SNAP SHOTS from Sport Stories - www.sportstories247.com
Please also drop me a line if you would value exploring where you are at in terms of 'GRATITUDE' and how you could give and receive more
happiness #thankyou #coaching #leadershipdevelopement #gratitude
👀↗💡FEEDBACK
✔What a gift feedback can be if done in the right way!!
It's going on all the time, sometimes more overtly than at other times!
❓What is important for you when giving and receiving FEEDBACK? ❓Where do you look for feedback from? ❓How do you become more open to receiving the gems that could come your way?
It would be great to hear your stories related to feedback.... www.sportstories247.com
feedbackmatters #coaching #leadership #work Sport Stories
Enjoy listening in and of course.....I would love to hear your feedback on this and other Sport Stories SNAP SHOTS!
🎧Listen to further podcasts and SNAP SHOTS from Sport Stories at www.sportstories247.com
Please also drop me a line if you would value exploring where you are at in terms of 'GRATITUDE' and how you could give and receive more.
🔁💕EMPATHY
In my mind this is a hugely important aspect of having productive and purposeful relationships in whatever you do. I am meeting new people and observing and supporting others in their development this week and therefore have taken time to reflect on the importance of Empathy.
I am also conscious you may be wondering why I am sharing these Sport Stories Snap Shots. Take a listen as I share some of my thinking and hopefully over the coming weeks you will gain further insight and value too.
❓How good is your Empathy? ❓What do you do to build your 'empathy' muscle👀? ❓Can you think of and share when using your empathy has really benefitted you - and also when you have not show empathy and it hindered you?
🎧Listen to further podcasts and SNAP SHOTS from Sport Stories - www.sportstories247.com
Please also drop me a line if you would value exploring where you are at in terms of your empathy and how you could further develop it!
empathy #people #development #leadership #coaching
👍✔🤝CONFIDENTIALITY
Such an important topic area.... for psychological safety and trust (amongst other things!!)
I deal with it face on and have a discussion so everyone is clear.
❓How do you agree what confidentiality is? ❓Have you ever experienced it not working well and what was the outcome? ❓What tips would you share to ensure the relationship is kept strong and purposeful?
Always happy to talk this through..... msg me!😀
(and don't forget to look out for MY NEXT SPORT STORIES - SNAP SHOT)
coaching #leadershipdevelopement #confidentiality #work #wordsofwisdom
T - @summitdave
w - www.sportstories247.com
CARE💖
"Nobody cares how much you know, until they know how much you care" Theodore Rooservelt
A quote that underpins most of what I do as a Leadership Coach.👍👏
Have a quick watch/listen its on a couple of mins and may really help you!
Do you want others to benefit and appreciate from what you KNOW? How do you then turn up as a leader, coach etc....?
❓Does showing that you care form an important part of what you do?
❓How do you show that you care?
❓What have been the benefits and results of you showing that you care (if indeed you do)?
Drop me a line and or follow me for more SNAP SHOTS or thought provoking questions.
coaching #work #leadership #care #snapshot
My Leadership Coaching and Online Programme may help you or friends/colleagues with investing in yourself and others.
Happy to chat this through more....
www.sportstories247.com
www.thesummitpartnership.com
Contact...
Email: Dave@sportstories247.com
Twitter: @summitdave
NETWORK (ING)
I had a conversation with an old contact whom I had not spoken to for over 5 years. It really made me consider the breadth and depth of my NETWORK and how I currently engage with it! It was brilliant. We picked up where we left off, swapped stories, challenged each other, listened to some of our successes and will look to speak again sooner rather than later.
- When did you last consider your network?
- How do you engage with your network and how could you do this better/differently?
- What part does 'networking' play in you developing your network?
Drop me a line and or follow me for more SNAP SHOTS or thought provoking questions.
coaching #work #leadership #network #networking #snapshot
My Leadership Coaching and Online Programme may help you or friends/colleagues with investing in yourself and others. Happy to chat this through more.... www.sportstories247.com www.thesummitpartnership.com Contact... Email: Dave@sportstories247.com Twitter: @summitdave
COLLABORATION
I don't know about you but collaboration, as a concept, has been flying around in my world for some time. What it really is and how it can add value is something I have been considering for a long time!
Today it really came to light as to the benefits and what it could and does look like for me.
What about you?
- When and how have you collaborated at work or away from work?
- What has made it successful?
- What successful outcomes have you experienced from good collaboration?
As always - I would love to hear your thoughts and experiences.
Why not consider speaking with a coach who may be able to help you COLLABORATE more successfully in and away from work.
Drop me a line and or follow me for more SNAP SHOTS or thought provoking questions.
coaching #work #leadership #collaboration #snapshot
My Leadership Coaching and Online Programme may help you or friends/colleagues with investing in yourself and others. Happy to chat this through more.... www.sportstories247.com www.thesummitpartnership.com Contact... Email: Dave@sportstories247.com Twitter: @summitdave
INVESTMENT
A day to reflect and really consider how I have and currently INVEST in relationships (work and home) and myself. I have encountered some rich yet also challenging circumstances over the past day or so and feel compelled to share with you...
Take a listen!
You may value considering...
- Which relationships could you invest more in and how?
- What would this look like for you?
- How important is it to invest in your own development and well being?
- When did you last do this?
- What may be the pay off of investing more in you?
As always - I would love to hear your thoughts and experiences.
Why not consider speaking with a coach who may be able to help you maximise the INVESTMENT in you and your relationships.
Drop me a line and or follow me for more SNAP SHOTS or thought provoking questions.
coaching #work #leadership #investment #snapshot
My Leadership Coaching and Online Programme may help you or friends/colleagues with investing in yourself and others. Happy to chat this through more.... www.sportstories247.com www.thesummitpartnership.com Contact... Email: Dave@sportstories247.com Twitter: @summitdave
OWNERSHIP
I have been fortunate to have had 2 great conversations with coaching clients today, and the underlying theme was OWNERSHIP.
OWNERSHIP of thoughts, behaviours, actions, decisions and attitudes.
I have reflected on my own practice and recognise this to be an integral part of what I do every day - or at least consider!
- How much ownership of your actions, decisions, behaviours, attitudes etc... do you take?
- What underpins your relationship with 'taking ownership'?
- What part has your origin story played in your relationship to 'taking ownership'?
- Do you only take ownership when things go right, or wrong, or both?
Some big questions.....
Take some time to consider what taking ownership of everything you do would mean? What would this mean for the decisions you take and the choices you take?
I would love to hear your views. Share them with the wider community! Take OMNERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY!
Or just drop me a line and or follow me for more SNAP SHOTS or thought provoking questions.
coaching #work #leadership #ownership #snapshot
My Leadership Coaching and Online Programme may help you or friends/colleagues with taking Ownership. Happy to chat this through more....
www.sportstories247.com www.thesummitpartnership.com
Contact...
Email: Dave@sportstories247.com Twitter: @summitdave
MY WHY
Simon Sinek has done some fabulous work on understanding your 'WHY' (If you are not familiar with it then have a look into it!)
I have been considering mine for some time and feel it is the right time to share it.... It currently works for me and in time might crystallise even further.
What is your WHY?
What is the trace you would like to leave?
How does knowing and articulating what is important to you motivate and inspire you?
If you are not sure - how might you further consider your why?
For those interested My WHY - it is as follows...
“To inspire people to do the things that inspire them and leave the world better than I found it. And specifically, I want to help people find and do more meaningful work. I want to help people relieve their chronic work anxiety by helping them see patterns in their story, so they can design their lifestyle around the work they have always wanted to do. I want to be remembered by the people whose lives I have touched as a force for good in their lives.”
I am sharing it (not to be self indulgent!) because I want to demonstrate what meaningful work is for me and I want to inspire you to consider and work out what your why is....
Please drop me a line if you would value some coaching to identify and bring to life your why?
Feel free to share your why in the comments below....
coaching #work #leadership #mywhy
To relieve work anxiety and build confidence to design a lifestyle around the work you have always wanted to do, have a look at my Leadership Coaching and Online Development Programmes
www.sportstories247.com www.thesummitpartnership.com
Contact...
Email: Dave@sportstories247.com Twitter: @summitdave
CONNECTION
I have had a challenging few days - both positively and negatively - which has made me reflect on the idea of 'Connection'
- What does it mean to you?
- How well do you you connect with others?
- What enables you to connect well and what may get in your way?
- What part does language and the use of words play in making connections?
- What are the consequences of not being able to connect for Leaders, Coaches and business owners.
I will share further insights related to connection over the coming months. Look out for them or drop me a line and we can talk further...
coaching #leadership #personaldevelopment #connection
To Positively Progress Your Career In, Out and Through Sport..
Have a look at my Leadership Coaching and Online Development Programmes
www.sportstories247.com www.thesummitpartnership.com
Contact...
Email: Dave@sportstories247.com Twitter: @summitdave
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE
I have had an insightful and informative day talking Emotional Intelligence (EI)...
- What does it mean to you?
- How well do you use your 'emotions' to inform your relationship with others?
- Is EI something you can develop and if so until when?
- who are some of the key thought leaders in EI?
The components of Emotional Intelligence are being all-day and every day.
I will share further insights I have had regarding the components over the coming months. Look out for them or drop me a line and we can talk further...
coaching #leadership #personaldevelopment #conversation
To Positively Progress Your Career In, Out and Through Sport..
Have a look at my Leadership Coaching and Online Development Programmes
www.sportstories247.com www.thesummitpartnership.com
Contact...
Email: Dave@sportstories247.com Twitter: @summitdave
CONVERSATION (The Art of....)
I have had some amazing conversations this week...
- What makes a good conversation for you?
- How do you measure the value of a conversation?
- If the definition of a conversation is 2 way - than how do you make it so?
Have a great weekend and see if you can practice having good CONVERSATIONS
coaching #leadership #personaldevelopment #conversation
To Positively Progress Your Career In, Out and Through Sport.. Have a look at my Leadership Coaching and Online Development Programmes www.sportstories247.com www.thesummitpartnership.com Contact... Email: Dave@sportstories247.com Twitter: @summitdave
VULNERABILITY
When and how do you show your vulnerability? What has been a positive from being vulnerable? What is stopping you from being vulnerable and how may you overcome this? Who may help you and what do you need to do? What have you to lose and what may you gain?
Sorry for all the questions....just want you (and me 👍🏼😀) to think.
Want to talk.... See below and msg me!
coaching #leadership #personaldevelopment
To Positively Progress Your Career In, Out and Through Sport.. Have a look at my Leadership Coaching and Online Development Programmes www.sportstories247.com www.thesummitpartnership.com Contact... Email: Dave@sportstories247.com Twitter: @summitdave
BE HEARD
How are you seen and HEARD?
You may like to have a quick watch and then share what helps and or hinders you in being HEARD.
To Positively Progress Your Career In, Out and Through Sport.. Have a look at my Leadership Coaching and Online Development Programmes www.sportstories247.com www.thesummitpartnership.com Contact... Email: Dave@sportstories247.com Twitter: @summitdave
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- Being Seen
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- Being Seen and Heard
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An incredibly open, honest and vulnerable conversation where Simon shares in his calm and humble way his story from being a passionate sports person and having an early career as a sport teacher right through to bringing Brazilian style football principles to the UK as well as influencing football worldwide, consulting on films and working with some of the most famous footballers the world has seen.
In his own words he was a ‘man with a mission’. This brought its highs as well as its lows. In my mind Simon is a student of football as well as life and gives great insight into how you can rise from hitting rock bottom. He gives living proof you can change the way you approach your life if you take responsibility and action.
It is a heartfelt story that will definitely make you think about who you are, what you do, how you do it and ultimately what success is in life and sport.
It was a real privilege and honour to have Simon as the 50th Sport Stories Podcast guest. A must listen!!!
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Success quotes or sayings:
Middlesbrough and football were my love at a very early age.
Due to an experience of being ‘dropped’ I decided to take up something that was just reliant on the watch (running)
My hero was Terry Cochrane - as a footballer he liked to run at people and take them on. I therefore saw football as running at people and taking them on was the way to play football (not everybody liked this!)
I decided to take up Athletics – but wasn’t very good or by any means the fastest.
After a knock back of not being included in the school cross country team – I become very determined.
At times I wish I had carried on with football but Athletics taught me a life lesson – implementing key performance principles consistently and routinely irrespective of talent will get you somewhere.
Stoics and Spartans
I enjoyed reading from a young age and finding out about people and their lives
My edge for training dropped at university but I threw myself into my studies
I applied the principles developed in my early years and gained a 1stt in my degree. If you apply yourself to things you find hard and work at them – you can be successful.
I became a teacher – a bit by default. I re discovered my interest and passion for football (and coaching) by taking the U8,9,10, 11 in the school I worked at.
I became great friends with Juninho when he played at Middlesbrough due to a shared love of football.
I was not satisfied in ‘dishing up for them’ what everyone else did. I wanted to find out the best way and provide it where I could
I wanted the absolute best. I hunted here there and everywhere for those children
Being the best was my attitude to sport for many years – it wouldn’t be today.
I looked back into the history of sport. I really liked working hard and winning. This view has changed as the years went on
It was an amazing 5-6 weeks in Brazil….
The detail and work ethic in Brazil was clear to see and was not what I was led to believe it would be (people just playing on the beach)
Coe had intrigued me as he was an early user of sport science and built a team around him. Brazil had better psychology services as far back as 1958… then we have had up until 2014 ish World Cup.
When I started on the Brazilian journey I was a school teacher/ good person. I was though a man on a mission when returning.
My character changed and my ego got in the way.
I had to win and dominate …..but it was never enough really!
All the business success – not of it is any good if you are not happy with yourself
I set up a preschool programme, and also bought a football club.
Nothing exists in vacuum and things changed
I then went on a mini adventure with Sir Clive Woodward working at Southampton FC
My why wasn’t a healthy one – it was to show I could achieve
I took on the establishment of football
I had some big ‘ding dongs’ with the FA. I fronted it ok but it had an effect on me (negatively)
I had some real highs working with Garforth Town
Towards the end of 2000’s my mental health was deteriorating
The things I had enjoyed in the beginning I had stopped doing – the coaching!
I wrote a few books and consulted on Movies, and things were going off on different tangents. The scope and level all become too much for me.
I had stopped enjoying it and started drinking to self-medicate. It was a long spiral down.
At my lowest ebb in 2012 – sold everything to Rupert Lowe
My health and family life were not good at the time.
I wasn’t in a rational state of mind for quite some time. I wasn’t sure how much longer I would live!
In recovery – 18 months not working. Took stocked of everything. Where I had been and what my priorities were.
In many cases in life - from some of the worst times of your life - come the best.
Strategies I used – taking help and listening to other people (which I hadn’t done before)
Ego had become my enemy – the more successful I had got the less I listened.
I was at ground zero. I had to recognise and come to terms with the fact my own thinking and actions had got me to the position I was in.
It’s been 8 yrs or so since ground zero – I have had the happiest and best years of my life in every respect
Proudest moments – I beat Seb Coe before I packed in (over 100 meters), Overcoming challenges within my degree, Taking 53 kids from Leeds out to Brazil (1998)
Winning football matches is intoxicating and see players that you work with – play well!
I really value being part of the Coaching chain ot many players.
Things I enjoy most today is continuing to work on myself and my learning as well as encouraging others in their development and learning.
I don’t want to get caught in the highs and lows anymore.
My personal philosophy is that football is a game for fun.
We could lose the essence of the sport itself and the history and traditions.
I would love to engage with some working-class communities or areas with less provision. They seem to be getting distanced and disenfranchised with the sport. I would love to do something alter in my life if I could.
I am a pupil myself. My passion for football came back after a year or so.
Initially I blamed football for some of my problems. My problems were all of my own making.
Almost every life lesson you can get out of sport. Sport is amazing!!
Take the harder and longer route. Don’t cut corners, You will learn more!
There are so many factors involved in achieving success.
Learning in wonderful. For me learning is linked to happiness.
I didn’t intend to be an entrepreneur.
How could I get more people playing this way. More focus on the ball. More creative. More imaginative.
I used to turn to old biographies for business tips. For example, Walt Disney. Do what you love and what you are passionate about.
If I had my time again I would get business mentors and people around me to keep me in check and good order.
Get older and more experienced people around you – particularly people who don’t say what you want them to and will challenge you.
Based on Jim Rohn quote – ‘Spend more time working on yourself than working’
I spend a lot of my time writing informally as well as journaling.
Quote by Elbert Hubbard: Self-discipline is - ‘The ability to make yourself do what you should do, when you should do it, whether you feel like it or not’
Success is…
Number 1 - Make a list each day of the things that must be done.
Number 2 – Do the things on that list
Don’t make footballers – make good people.
If ego is the enemy – continue to work on yourself, practice self-awareness and reflection. Taka counsel of those around you - how are you doing and how are you behaving. Have a mentor that is comfortable to challenge and possibly fall out with you.
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
Holy Bible by Collins
Success: In Sport and Life by Percy Wells Cerutty
The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People: Revised and Updated by Stephen R. Covey
7 Habits Of Highly Effective Families by Stephen R. Covey
The Law of Success: In Sixteen Lessons by Napoleon Hill
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
I mediate and pray each day
I think and listen
I write a journal each day
I write a plan for the day
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Stick in and with sport – there is enough in it for a lifetime of enjoyment
Who has made a big impact on you?
My dad.
Sir Clive Woodward
The Brazilian footballers – Juninho and Socrates
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Sir Clive Woodward
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What ingredients do you have in your life to ensure you gain and maintain a good mental wellbeing? What are the connections of these ingredients and your behaviours to your definition of happiness and success?
2
How could you plan and prepare yourself more purposefully in order to live a more fulfilling life?
Contact info:
T - @simondclifford
W – integer.football
In his usual, passionate, and engaging style Tony covers many important and often debated topics in this must listen Podcast. We cover late developers; talent identification; imposter syndrome; mental wellbeing; importance of great people skills; dual careers for all …. and so much more.
He is straight talking. Tony openly shares his mental health struggles and challenges as well as offers many gems to those looking to maximise their impact in work and life.
Tony said “he is a ‘100 cap international’ at thinking and doing what he does”.
Dedicate an hour of your time and invest in yourself to become your own ‘100 cap international’
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Success quotes or sayings:
Talent pathways need multiple opportunity points.
Through my own experiences I have an interest and passion for talent development and especially late developers
I was surrounded by people who knew more than me – so wanted to know more!
I developed an obsession with the sport.
If couldn’t get the experience then I would make it
I sent my CV to every Rugby League club as I wanted a job in development.
Don’t worry about being cheap (not being paid a great deal) at the start [of your career]. It will change in time
Go where you can get the opportunity.
There have been many times I have sat their and gone ‘how have I got this (job)?’
There were time I felt desperately out of my depth
Your qualification may say you have the ability to get you through the door – but its not that, that gets you through the door. Its all the other stuff that you are willing to do
Sport is a pastime that millions love – so it becomes competitive.
You have to make yourself stand out from the crowd through your own efforts.
My work ethic stood me out – nobody was working harder at it than me.
The better you get the more chance you have of being lucky
Imposter syndrome has always been and issues and is still and issue now.
Be confident in what you do know – put forward what you know and don’t blag or lie.
Develop great people skills
He frames it as ‘he is a 100 cap international at thinking about what he does’
Listen to people you don’t agree with and develop an understanding of why they think ‘that’
You have got to be really comfortable with mistakes and let them happen
If you try to stop every mistake you are killing learning left right and centre.
Courtesy of David Faulkner – Fail Fast. Try something, recognise when it’s not going right and change it.
Make mistakes with the best of intentions.
Talent development is like ‘Indiana Jones trying to find the Holy Grail’.
There is no single answer to how to produce world class athletes.
The questions I always ask is -Why (the rationale) and how you going to do it? Never you cant!
Much more important than the rules are the KEY/CORE PRINCIPLES
Will what we do make the player better or the environment in which the player sits better?
I build a philosophy around happiness and contentment.
He opportunity at the Women’s FA was a ‘miss it and miss out opportunity’.
I left with no bridges burnt at the RFL - as I may need or want to go back at some stage
I found out about people – do my reading. If there is a source of knowledge then I know to ask lots of questions.
I work to a core principle – you are either ALL in or you’re not. If you are all in then give everything you have got.
Do what makes you happy – we all want to jump out of bed in the morning with a spring in our step.
Some of the stories I can tell and experiences I have had are astonishing – go an make them!
My work ethic is getting me somewhere – possibly beyond what I thought my talent deserves. I will take it though.
Talent development and Talent Id is like panning for gold. A lot of sifting is required to find what you are looking for
The vast majority of the academy managers job is to manage disappointment as 98% of the players in the system will likely not fulfil their dreams
I hurts me when I hear about broken players – I see it as the journey has not been managed very well
Be open to how your story ends – write your own chapters.
As soon as you are not happy you have to look at what is your next step
If you get everybody using their skill sets and everyone is happy then that is when the organisation or team will really start to fly
Happy people work well – constrained people never do
I have a notebook where I write down peoples names and details about them, so when I speak with them I have something to speak and connect with them on.
I have been known to wear my feelings on my face – it has caused me problems in the past.
Enjoy yourself along the way because when you get ‘there’ it might not be what you’d though it would be.
Happier now than I have ever been but 10 years ago couldn’t see as far as next week – it was a deeply difficult time.
Back then when I hit the ‘bottom’ I put my hand up and asked for help
Mental Health challenges - Trying to be something for another reason
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are.
The Way of Zen (Vintage Spiritual Classics) by Alan Watts
The Shack: THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER by Wm Paul Young
From Hull to Hell and Back by Lee Crooks
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Don’t worry
Enjoy yourself
Be happy
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Flt Kerry Bennett from the RAF ( Mum on a programme to be an Astronaut)
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What efforts do you take or could you take to ‘make yourself stand out from the crowd’
2
What are you a ‘100 cap international ‘at? What would you like to be a 100 cap international at?
3
What would you do if there was no such thing as money? How would you fill your time? (Based on the work of Alan Watts - Do what makes you happy!)
4
If none of us are ‘getting out of this alive’ then we want to look back on some great experiences. What are the great experiences you would like to have and what do you need to do to make them happen?
5
Who is your role model and how do they help you learn and develop?
Contact info:
@tonyfretwell on Twitter
Or at The Football Association
An open, insightful and vulnerable conversation with the now leader of lifestyle sport governing body - Parkour UK (a sport community which was not sure it needed a Governing Body!)
Dan has had a fantastic career in sport and shares many pearls of wisdom that he has picked up on the way. He has faced some great high and some devastating losses and talks openly about these experiences.
It’s not been a simple and straight forward path and Dan really shows how hard work and perseverance with a clear purpose has helped him do what he always wanted to do. I am sure much of his story will connect with you in some way or another and may provide you with the insight and inspiration you need! It is well worth an hour of your time!
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Success quotes or sayings:
“When I was a young man, I wanted to change the world.
I found it was difficult to change the world, so I tried to change my nation.
When I found I couldn’t change the nation, I began to focus on my town. I couldn’t change the town and as an older man, I tried to change my family.
Now, as an old man, I realise the only thing I can change is myself, and suddenly I realise that if long ago I had changed myself, I could have made an impact on my family. My family and I could have made an impact on our town. Their impact could have changed the nation and I could indeed have changed the world.”
There is a lot in life when you get told no...get told no again …and you get told no again. Keep going and use all interactions as feedback.
I am always trying to learn and immerse myself in their stories. They tell stories and do not teach lessons. Through the stories we learn lessons.
A variety of course and content
Look ‘off the beaten path’
Learn from all environments and contexts.
Being aware of my prejudgements and biases. Everybody has prejudices and biases!
I can only comment on my path.
3 significant losses – lost a child, and mum and mother-in-law within 3 weeks.
Looking to understand the whole person really and fully.
View things in a positive way.
I wasn’t depressed I was going through grief.
Trying to smile about things that have happened. Looking forward. Look for the next thing that will make you smile.
The is a huge amount of this (life) that we are making up as we go along.
There are currently 15 Parkour Podcasts on the Market at present.
The opportunities and challenges going forward…..Collaboration / Co-production, Shared Services,
If you were to put the sport system together now you would probably not make it as it currently is.
We are desperately trying not to ‘Reinvent the wheel’
Looking through a free lens – not having to deal with some previous cultures and baggage
The books that you would recommend are?
From a non fiction perspective; I enjoy the books by Malcolm Gladwell, Matthew Syed and Michael Lewis
In no particular order and not limited to:
- Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know about the People We Don’t Know by Malcolm Gladwell
- David and Goliath: Underdogs, Misfits and the Art of Battling Giants by Malcolm Gladwell
- Black Box Thinking: Marginal Gains and the Secrets of High Performance by Matthew Syed
- Rebel Ideas: The Power of Diverse Thinking by Matthew Syed
- Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game by Michael Lewis
- The Undoing Project: A Friendship that Changed the World by Michael Lewis
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Build networks – get others to help you solve your problems and challenges.
Who has made a big impact on you?
All the people that have offered me a job.
- South Yorkshire Sport - Tim Lumb
- Derbyshire Sport - David Joy
- Rounders England - Alison Howard
- Parkour UK - Steve Mitchell
Chris Brindley (former chair of Greater Sport & current chair of the Rugby League World Cup)
Simon Ridd (was at Sport England)
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Anyone really – there are so many!
Perhaps….Yvonne Harrison and Born Barikor amongst many are incredibly inspiring
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
Dan talked about his Network – who is in your network, how well do you know them and who or what is missing?
2
What has been one of your greatest losses or rejections and how has it affected you? How could you use this experience to help you positively move on…?
Contact info:
Parkour instagram
@parkouruk Strategy
- Development Associates Programme
- Inclusion partnerships / Inclusive Employers Programme
@bocciaengland https://www.bocciaengland.org.uk/ What is boccia?
A fabulous and insightful discussion with Former England Rugby Union Head Coach – Brian Ashton - who would describe himself as ‘rebellious’ and someone keen to push boundaries for peak performance.
We explored the idea of VUCA coaching and followed the energy of the conversation. In the spirit of not being constrained by boundaries and limitations of belief we covered some real ground and jumped around. It was a huge amount of fun full of ‘intrigue’ and ‘mystery’.
This is well worth an hour of your time. It has a rugby union flavour yet there are so many key principles and ideas relevant to other sports, coaching, leadership, business and life in general.
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Success quotes or sayings:
I am a child of the 50’s – Street Games
Adolescent of the rebellious 60’s
Teacher of History
Played in France and Italy - provided a great insight into rugby and life. Exposed to different cultures
Explore the term VUCA coaching
Kevin Roberts was a close mentor and friend and introduced the phrase - VUCA - to him
- Volatile
- Uncertain
- Complex
- Ambiguous
(Military foundations)
Survive - Revive – Thrive
Many sports could be classed as VUCA games
Or could VUCA mean… (from Stanford Uni) This could be SUPER
- Vibrant
- Unreal
- Crazy
- Amazing
Coaching clichés for example - there is no space?
These are often ideas and stories for people to hide behind when things go wrong?
Constantly practicing the notion of impossibility
‘We were very self-reliant and self-sufficient, and we found a way of doing things’
Over time developed a mentality of finding a way and believing anything is possible
Having a growth mindset and accepting personal challenge as part of your DNA
What may be stopping people – FEAR!
Create this vibrant ‘family’ environment as arguably this is the strongest bond we have
This is environment and set up is very difficult for the opposition to play against and fantastic fun.
Nothing more exciting then doing something different and seeing it working.
Crazy coaches – take the ‘impossible’ notions and make them work. Good example is Dick Fosbury
Crazy coaches have a ‘changing mindset’
World class coaches or world changing coaches?
When I started I was the very opposite to a super VUCA coach
In my early days in the classroom I taught the subject and not the pupils and as a coach I coached the game and not the players. So, I had no emotional connection [to the learners/players]
I sort out Pierre Villepreux and spoke with him. I ultimately spent a great deal of time with him.
The easy way is to tell people what to do but you only get short term results and will have to probably tell them again.
I brought him over because he was better than me. It was brave doing this.
He has a much more holistic and global approach to his coaching. He coached from the game itself
I developed a much more outcome-based approach to my coaching and tapped into the knowledge of the people and players around me.
There still seems to be a fear of seeming not ALL knowledgeable - Omniscient (Knowing everything)
A team that played for a whole season without kicking the ball
Wayne Smith - ex All Blacks Coach
“ It’s the way you run the race not the way you win it that counts !” Get the processes right.
Super VUCA coaches – you do not ignore the fundamental basics of peak performance when coaching. They underpin. Its how you fit them in.
Develop game intelligence and mental robustness and agility in order to be a ‘Super VUCA’ coach
Need to focus on 2 things..
- Always keep the bigger picture in mind -whatever that might be.
- The ability to focus intensely at the task in hand.
My purpose as a Rugby Coach was – Play to win by scoring tries
Pep Guardiola quotes as saying ‘When the players cross that white line, they take control of everything that happens next’
‘Prescriptive leads to restrictive’
Need to get these 3 things right – Responsibility, Ownership and Leadership – then can give them the Freedom
Enjoyment underpins everything
Dan Carter said “We have got to keep the fun in the game or we will all go stale”
The uncertainty is really exciting.
The All Blacks do work incredibly hard to sustain excellence whilst off the pitch are laid back and ‘chilled’
Sir Graham Henry – “I arm my players with intent and step aside as the week goes on”
There are no fancy ideas in New Zealand Rugby – They play with clarity and simplicity and are given the freedom to play. They coach game intelligence from day 1
Quick fire questions:
How do you describe yourself as a coach?
Change the way the game is played – is my raison d’etre
ad infinitum, et ultra (to infinity and beyond)
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Make the best of what you have got
Keep improving all the time
As a coach - Recognise you are on the planet to help other people
Lead from the shadows
Who has made a big impact on you?
Pierre Villepreux
Wayne Smith
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
In your work and home life – what phrase or belief are currently hiding behind to reinforce your view of the world and holding you back from what you can achieve?
2
Brian mention FEAR may be stopping people – what is your relationship to fear? What are you fearful of in work and at home that is stopping you maximise you impact and not bringing your creativity to life? What do you need to do..?
3
Where could you access or invite somebody better that you into your world to help you improve? What is stopping you?
4
What are the fundamental basics of Peak Performance in your life? How do you fit these together? How could you do more or differently to maximise your impact and performance?
Contact info:
Contact Dave Levine at Sport Stories and I will pass on your details
Danielle has had an incredible journey in sport and through sport and shares strategies she has developed to help her be incredibly successful in sport, business and life, whilst managing her disability.
I loved the idea that she has ‘copied and pasted what she uses in sport’ to all other aspects of her life.
She truly brings to life her mantra’ there is no such thing as cant’ and shares many tips and soundbites that would be useful for any individual facing challenges or adversity or simply looking to maximise their impact in whatever they do.
It is well worth an hour of your time to hear what she has and continues to ‘copy and paste’, and how this continues to develop her self-confidence.
If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It only takes a minute and really makes a difference in helping to convince new listeners. Thanks so much it - is much appreciated!!
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Success quotes or sayings:
A message from parents –
“Give maximum effort at all times”
“There is no such thing as can’t”
Loved sport but was rubbish at them
I got friendship, trying something new from sport
Age 11 - feet started to hurt whilst running
Age 13 - pain effected mobility
Aged 16 - received diagnosis : Complex Regional Pain syndrome
Really tough in teenage years – didn’t know who I was but did have big dreams.
Disability – under represented and mis represented.
I feared that people would not see past the disability and see the value that lay within me.
My family did not let me take it easy – this really helped me in understanding and appreciating where my limits were.
In adversity we always have a choice – give up or get up!
The ‘mental side’ runs pretty much through everything.
Sport provides and distraction from the pain and with the adrenalin rush it becomes more removed.
The mind is so important and if you get that right - everything else will follow
Your physical limits are so further on than you often think
Not very good to GB team in 3 years
Really listening to coaches helped. Bounce ideas off them really helped me mature as a person
My real strength was the mental side – dealing with pressure
‘I would really recommend that people invest in themselves – their personal development”
I have literally ‘copied and pasted [the skills, attributes and behaviours] what I use in sport ”
“Sport has been one of my greatest teachers – it has taught me about myself. I have learnt what I am good at and where my strengths are, as well as the areas for challenge and areas to improve on”
Cut and paste – confidence, self-belief, resilience, goal setting
Ask/consider these questions: Who you are? Why doing what you are doing? Where do you want to go and what you do you want to achieve? How are you going to get there and by when?
I built my confidence by people believing in me and re defining my measure of success and focussing on the tiny wins/successes not the big gold medal winning acheivements
I got to where I got in sport because people helped me.
Keen on working with girls and women – specific challenges with great ‘potential’.
I see that the barriers and limitations we often face stem from childhood.
My mum said – “we will support you all the way but you have to put in 100% commitment” You make your choice – you can’t just drop out a couple of months down the line.
Taking a hard performance angle and softening it round the edges to engage with people.
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
. . . and Death Came Third!: The Definitive Guide to Networking and Speaking in Public by Andy Lopata and Peter Roper
Be Your Best Self: Life Skills For Unstoppable Kids by Danielle Brown and Nathan Kai
Run Like A Girl: 50 Extraordinary and Inspiring Sportswomen by Danielle Brown
Butterfly: From Refugee to Olympian, My Story of Rescue, Hope and Triumph by Yusra Mardini
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Investing and innovating in yourself. Really working on those ‘soft skills’ as they are critical for success.
Find yourself and understand who you are.
Become as confident as you can be.
Who has made a big impact on you?
Parents have always been there and believed in me
2 coaches I had at the club in my early career
Kim Lucas (coach who worked well with ME! As a person)
Hardeep Rai (CEO of Kaleidoscope Investments)
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Yusra Mardini – Syrian Swimmer
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
Ask/consider these questions: Who you are? Why doing what you are doing? Where do you want to go and what you do you want to achieve? How are you going to get there and by when?
2
How are you going to build your confidence and resilience?
Contact info:
www.daniellebrown.co.uk
Active on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn
“Its perfectly normal to have doubt and perfectly normal to think you have it sussed”
A powerful, purposeful, insightful and honest view in to the journey Christophe has taken to being one of the best Rugby Union Referees in the world.
He openly shares his thoughts and experiences form childhood right through to what goes on for him on match day in the 6 Nations. He has a quiet arrogance yet continues to question himself and his ability.
He is a shining example of somebody maximising his potential and who has a thirst for learning and a deep curiosity of people and how they interact. His view as are not theoretical - they are real and applied.
It is truly a fascinating conversation and there are many take aways if you are looking to maximise your potential in whatever you do.
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Success quotes or sayings:
There is a small bit of Refereeing in the DNA
I was looking for a sport I could be more than good at
At the age of 12 my farther had the discussion with me about what route to take to be ‘successful’
I got some ‘purpose’ early on which has probably led to the success I have had
My super strength was – I was particularly good at contact sport
I don’t believe you can teach someone to be brave – you can be exposed to environments to become more resilient.
I am drawn to people who are ‘very strong’. I like that strong firm behaviour.
My dad is a very firm character and assertive. He is very practical in how he faces things.
I wish I was more interested in my academics as I think I missed a trick there.
It wasn’t I became more interested in learning it was that I was READY to learn ( in a more formal way!)
I have a specific interest in the way people interact
I want to coach on a deeper level – I want to be involved in the whole process of developing the person
I am just absorbed by behaviours
You have to accept that you are not there to be liked and not there to make friends
If know one talks to you or about you, you have done a good job. It comes with little external gratification. My goal is now to not be spoken about.
My gratification comes from a ‘quiet arrogance’
Those three things are written down and I have them with me in my changing room to remind me why I am here.
I am consciously and constantly surrounding myself with experts. I am looking to gain and transfer skills from all walks of life
I am aware that it is never ending and I need to be constantly aware that I have something to learn
People say - you are an average of the people you associate yourself with.
Show me your friends and I will show you your future
Planned with Pure authenticity
There is a risk of over planning and over scripting
As a new, young looking referee I really planned and was conscious to be ‘business like’
I have lots of scars and learnt those things early
Making these [performance] habits makes you world class at what you deliver. The habits are something you live and breathe. It is a constant. Its relentless. It is Full time – not something you can dabble in and out of.
There is no perfect performance. I want to reach my max capacity
Managing through the low times – I acknowledge there would be low times
I prepared for what I would do if I got it really wrong.
I would have a brutally honest review culture with myself
By being honest when things go wrong can increase your cudos
When you get it wrong it has to be on the other persons terms
I absorbed lots of information from lots of different events (reference and learning points)
I am constantly building a picture of what it is to deal with people effectively
Curiosity and absorbing are strategies for development.
I am very very nosey
I have a child like mind in terms of how I am curious
I also have imposter syndrome every week – that’s normal!
Its perfectly normal to have doubt and perfectly normal to think you have it sussed.
Your identity is your consistent behaviours and performances (week to week)
I always trust people until they give me a reason not to trust them
Highlights can be more than just ‘your best moment’
Part of being world class is sometimes doing ‘nothing’ or doing ‘something else’
Have sharp tools and not blunt armour
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
The Chimp Paradox: The Mind Management Programme to Help You Achieve Success, Confidence and Happiness by Dr Steve Peters
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Have other interests and don’t be solely focussed on one thing
If you can win then DON’T lose – just survive
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Anthony Joshua
Tyson Fury
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
If people say you are an average of the people you associate yourself with then what would your average be?
2
If your identity is your consistent behaviours – how would people view you. What would you like to do more of or change?
Contact info:
LinkedIn - Christophe Ridley
An amazingly heartfelt, open and honest insight into what it was like for Sarah developing her career in sport. Really enjoying school and seeing it as a safe and happy place, through being a women in a predominantly male football environment and then making some huge decisions to leave the FA and join another sport (netball) as a Performance Coach Developer.
She is truly a ‘learner’ and you can see why she now does what she does and in the way she does it. Her openness, self awareness and vulnerability is a pleasure to engage with and there are no shortages of take aways, tips and advice from listening in.
Sarah’s desire to help others develop shines through and she shares a number of great pieces of advice as well as some fantastic book recommendations for all those aspiring to maximise their impact and be as ‘true’ to themselves as possible
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Success quotes or sayings:
Behaviour is a result of something – so try understand the ‘something’
The connection she made between her personal journey and how it has informed and influenced her thinking and view of the world
I just wanted to be remembered for being a nice person
Just go to the interview and see if it is a place YOU want to work.
In the interview I told myself ‘just to be me’
If they don’t want me it’s not a reflection on me – it just I am not want they wanted
I didn’t need to be that 'purposeful disagreer' to ‘stand out’ – just be me
A question that I was asked and stayed with me – ‘How do you maintain a positive self image’
Ask yourself - Do you believe you can do this job and do it really well
We spoke as manager to support each other to be the best we could be
I needed to leave and go and be the Sarah Green I know I am now – and be see for this. And also start again and have an impact in a different space
I needed to lose he element of my job title that I believed made people want to listen to me – I am Sarah Green
I didn’t give myself enough time to grieve for what I had lost/left behind – the routine
I had a break building schools in Kenya
As a young coach and leader I was told what I should do and as a consequence I lost who I was
It is really important for me to acknowledge when I am happy, sad, frustrated etc…
Understanding peoples motivations and being attuned to what makes them happy, sad, etc….
You can do anything you set your mind to Sarah
Being ok at times with not having a goal was important to me.
Be careful of chasing things forward and just be present.
Be ok with who you are and enjoy the moment
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking by Malcolm Gladwell
The Heat of the Moment: Life and Death Decision-Making From a Firefighter by Dr Sabrina Cohen-Hatton
Running Like a Girl by Alexandra Heminsley
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Mute WhatsApp groups
Phone on do not disturb
No generic notifications on my phone
Being outside
Taken up running
Ensuring I have clear boundaries and good rest
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Feel better about being yourself
I wish I could have been braver sooner
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Gareth Southgate
Jess Thirlby
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
How does your job title help or hinder you, and who you think or believe you are?
2
What are your really proud of doing or saying in the last few years and why? What does this say about you and what does it give you?
Contact info:
Twitter - @SGreen_1
How Sam has been inspired to set up The True Athlete Project and continues to make a difference in and through Sport. A genuine journey of discovery and increased self-awareness has fuelled his passion.
This is a fantastic insight from his early experiences of Tennis through travelling the world and navigating and making sense of his experiences.
Sam is the founder and CEO of The True Athlete Project, a US and UK based nonprofit which aims to build a more compassionate world through sport. His team design and deliver a range of mindfulness and creative practices for athletes of all levels - from primary school children to Olympians and Paralympians. Originally from Norfolk, England, Sam moved to Tennessee to play division one college tennis. Since then, he has explored the power of sport through his role as a coach, mentor, athletic director, researcher and university tutor. He has delivered mindfulness to Olympians and Paralympians in more than 25 different sports, to sub-saharan African young leaders through the Mastercard Scholars Program, and to primary school children in Scotland.
Take time and listen in – you wont be disappointed!
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Success quotes or sayings:
Zen Proverbs
Dad was coach and he steered away from the sport politics.
Concept of ‘time slowing down’
The power of sport - can be both harmful and not harmful
In and out of sport due to surgery.
The paradox of sport – the highs and lows
Explore sport through many different lenses.
Convergence of many different components – wellbeing, psych, meditation etc…
What it means to be a young sportsperson: Introduction and exploration of mindfulness, Parkour, sport for peace, sports poetry.
Studying heroes like Mohammed Ali
The curriculum then got picked up by the Mohammed Ali centre in Louisville, Kentucky
The Tue Athlete Project was born from this work and curriculum
One of the lows – coming out from A&E
The importance of being open when meeting people to build relationships quickly
Creating conscious and intentional strategies to manage
Culture of sport in the US – very heavy!
Shift – not needing to live to the expectations of the sport
Playing with the tension of a narrow focus versus a broader sport focus. What is right?
Individual v team sport approach. Is tennis a team sport? The difference in England v the USA.
Have reflected on the transition from Tennis stepping into the world of work. I have worked hard.
As a business leader knowing when to leave people the time and space to flourish. I continue to work on.
Innovate and experiment and not worry about the result immediately – don’t worry if there is a bad day (process v outcome!)
Sustaining to work on a project where you are having an impact
Being a ‘CEO athlete’. Creating a team around you and leveraging resources
Wish I had know all this stuff at 14 and not now finding out and practising at 30 yrs..!
Using your own journey as a real catalyst
A letter I had written to my old head teacher – imagining how good I could become.
Links to Andre Agassi foundation
Underground hero – use the ordinary opportunity to make a difference to the world.
Themes of me becoming conscious about how things were in the world
TAP – an intentional way – allowing sport to unleash its power and its positive potential
3 things – making a difference, entrepreneurship, intentional/purposeful
Not accepting the status quo and the treadmill of life.
Recognising how special the moment of the day is.
Multiple Sclerosis charity – I was doing something to try help and make a difference
Its quite difficult to ‘see’ all the time
From my experiences seeing the harm of what is getting in the way
Sport for social change - bursting with ideas and energy
The importance of embodying change FIRST rather than just using a mega phone to force other people to make a difference
The butterfly – representative of transformation of self first in order to impact on the world
The True Athlete Project strands: Performance - wellbeing - social change
Global Mentoring Programme – 5 different topics/themes. 68 people/10 sports
TAP - Coach development workshops; Athlete classes; Retreats; Work with NGB
Compassion based approach to sport
Vision for TAP – confident in the difference we make. The feedback is so sustaining. Making a positive impact at every stage. Bring it to more people!
The power of the principles and practices ‘rippling out’ and impacting an even wider population
Primitive or simple and clear.
Climate justice efforts
TAP - Uplifting and sustaining project to be part of
Making and finding tie with wise people
Write to people and ask them questions – people like to be asked about things they are passionate about
I listen to debates – Jordan Peterson v Sam Harris was great!
Being completely with what is happening in the moment
Mindfulness classes have a very quick effect – especially as we are so saturated at the moment with advice.
The importance of slowing down and practicing this!
Don’t judge a book buy its cover
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
The Long Win: The search for a better way to succeed by Cath Bishop
Ted Talks and debates
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Sleep
Need a lot of my own time
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Be less annoyed with the people that were not changing things Recognising people are in the main not coming from a bad place
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
My Dad!
Mentees on the True Athlete Project
Laurence Halstead
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
Mindfulness – what do you need to do to slow yourself down and be mindful of yourself to aid you in whatever you do.
2
How can you be forgiving of your self (without giving yourself a free pass and making excuses). Especially of things that may not have worked out or currently do not work.
3
How much do you know about your mother or fathers storey and how it impacts on you.
Contact info:
www.thetrueathlete.org
sam@thetrueathlete.org
@trueathleteproj
Will articulates clearly, openly and insightfully his roller coaster ride through his career as a 6ft 10 1st class cricketer right through to running his own business supporting the development of individuals and business.
Will is the Founder of Performance Catalyst Ltd. After having served 12 years as a professional sportsman, playing both County and International cricket, Will transitioned into the business world as a successful business and sport consultant. Will has a plethora of skills that are founded on his background in professional sport and experience in business as well as his life-long passion for the psychology of human performance. Equally competent working one-to-one and with larger groups, Will’s thoughtful and empathetic approach combines his powerful ability truly to connect with people and to share his deep personal insights into the art and science of excellence.
Will represented Essex CCC, Nottinghamshire CCC, Leicestershire CCC and the England A team at home and abroad. He scored over 10,000 runs in all forms of the game, scoring 17 First Class hundreds. Will’s first role upon retiring from cricket was working for the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for the England Women’s cricket teams throughout their performance pathway as the Personal Development and Welfare coach. He worked with the senior women’s team (including Katherine Brunt, Anya Shrubsole, Nat Sciver, Georgia Elwiss and Holly Colvin), and the Academy, U19 and U15 teams. Both while playing and since retiring from professional sport, Will has worked as a consultant delivering workshops to male and female school sports teams, sports scholars and team captains, as well as mentoring sports scholars 1-1 (including Tom and Ben Curry) and giving inspirational talks. Will currently works as an ECB Coach Development Mentor for coaches on the International and Specialist coaching programmes.
Will has a wealth of experiences which clearly shines through in this conversation. There is something in his story we can all relate to and learn from.
I hope you enjoy!
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Success quotes or sayings:
Played all sports through to age of 16/17 yrs
Played Rugby 5’s
Father influence and learnt from older siblings
Height – helped and hindered.
6ft 8 when leaving school
Played men’s cricket at 15 yrs old.
Had to become comfortable in my own skin.
Many years to get to grips with this and see this as an advantage
Connection and relationship with my coach was key – early career (17yrs) through to latter career (28yrs)
Coach allowed me to express myself and reach my potential and ability
Maximising my talents – from being tangled, through reverting to basics back to loving the game.
Strip away everything that wasn’t important.
Allow my gifts to shine through
Had to step up at a young age.
Went to the coaches at a young age to find out how I could improve. Allowed my interest, curiosity, and inquisitive mind to come through.
Factored in how to be ready for the next level up…
My Curiosity comes from a young age – ‘What do I need to do to get better’ Grown and developed this mindset. Fuels and excites me.
Enthused by variety. Look outside the familiar and bring back in.
Mentoring relationship – expertise and outlook that can help!
‘Attitude is everything’ – from Merve Genis
Attitude in everything – not just sport!
Difficult periods – severed tendon in wrist
Turned my attention to what could do and what was possible – could do mindset!!
Leave no stone unturned to get back to full fitness
Attitude is everything examples – Shane Warne. Initially played man before the ball then a few weeks later scored 222 runs. Catalytic moments that positively impacted.
The pride coming through from the coach – the attitude and hard work paid off.
Catalytic conversations = strong relationship and respect for the person/coach and the ability to ask the tight questions in a timely manner.
Asking questions of unlikely people in unlikely places
It is hard to get clarity all on your own. Get clarity of mind and iron out your thinking.
Nuances and small percentage rewards – look in different places.
Found the ability to bounce back – showing greater consistency with mental approach.
Understanding what it takes to perform at your top day in day out
Life changing news being told you will never run again on that hip. Leading to transformation and re invention
The importance of a reflective period. How this helped and aided the transition. It gave me some time to get some closure on my cricket career. This was not a quick process!
Creating something as meaningful and fulfilling as my cricket career – if not even more so – was and is my aim!
I considered how to best use my time to best equip myself for the next phase of my life.
I used a career coach to help me reflect and consider who I am as a person (not just a cricket player).
Feeling of positive momentum, direction and purpose as moving toward new identity
Getting out there speaking to people I knew and networking was an incredibly important part of the transition years. The importance of the support structure.
Willing to embracing the uncomfortable – build, develop and finesse a new set of skills
Take lessons from one environment and transfer into another
Learning and a sponge for information.
Taking insights and turning them into action. The ability to act on what you have learnt…or what you believe to be right.
Insight to action….
Clarity – get to close to our own problems and can’t see the wood for the trees.
Objectivity is so important. People to support and challenge.
Humility is needed to expose yourself to new.
Key foundational starting places - Self-awareness and self-knowledge – hold the mirror up and engaging those around you
Skilful reflection is key to any performer looking to move their performance levels forward
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
Working Identity: Unconventional Strategies for Reinventing Your Career by Herminia Ibarra
The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science by Norman Doidge
Sudden Influence: How Spontaneous Events Shape Our Lives by Michael A. Rousell
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Mind – body connection.
Exercise – swimming and cycling (Healthy thinking space!)
Carve out the time every week
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Express yourself – freedom of thought and mind
Who has made a big impact on you?
Father – strength and ability to re-invent himself.
Wife – different in character and personality and celebrated this difference.
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Phil Jackson – NBA coach
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
Reflect back and identify a couple of Pivotal moments in your life – what made them pivitol and how have they helped you and hindered you to date. What might you value changing?
2
What skills and behaviours have you developed in one environment that you can transfer and call on in another? How might you do this more?
Contact info:
Website: www.performancecatalyst.uk
Email: will@performancecatalyst.uk
LinkedIn: Performance Catalyst
Twitter: @performancecat
Instagram: performancecatalyst
Facebook: @PerformanceCat
The determined journey to the top of her game! International netballer, solicitor, wife and mother and so much more. A fantastic insight into Eboni’s journey so far. The positive impact sport has had on her and the ‘teachings’ she has taken are clear to see. I just loved it when she said…
“I did not know sport would be such a tool in shaping my career on and off the court, and the lessons I would have learnt from it. It was the vehicle to the successes I have had in my life.”
Listen in and hold on as there are so many gems in this high energy, determined and focussed discussion.
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Success quotes or sayings:
Put your best foot forward. Give yourself the best opportunity
Dis-heartened and disappointed after ‘commiserations’ from early trials
I asked the coaches what I needed to do to improve my performance,
My grandfather was always in search of a better life
Mother and grandfather say - education is key!
Mother instilled values and mindset – a Beckford never fails (presented in a fun way not a pressured way!)
You have to find a way….and quickly as the momentum mat otherwise shift
My early teachings have aided me in the career I am now in – I am a strategist.
I didn’t know sport would be such a tool in shaping my career on and off the court, and the lessons I would have learnt from it. It was definitely the vehicle to the successes I have had in my life
Take learning from every setting – early lessons helped me with goal setting.
I write it down and keep it clear – no excuses. I tell myself everyday I can achieve it. Positive affirmations.
Self-belief to balance and juggle things – going to be hard but can do it! Self-belief build and developed through sport
My self-belief has grown over time. Bumps in the roads.
I have 2 different personas – on and off court.
Every situation is a positive situation if I take the learning from it!
Bumps in the roads – ACL and shoulder dislocation
I set goals to get through the lows/bumps. Having small measurable targets. Mini rewards
The disappointing moments have fuelled my self-belief and passion
Don’t get to far ahead of yourself and be process driven
You don’t have to lose to learn
Things drive me everyday…as a performance sportswoman and solicitor
- Goal setting
- Draw on my support network.
Being comfortable being uncomfortable
Commercial litigation – strategy, competition
Energy is fun! I see the fun coming from the competition which provides energy
Going again after pregnancy! I don’t do things by half.
The pandemic and family allowed me to slow down – gave me a mental break. I always knew I wanted to comeback as some more to give.
The female body is amazing – but it is now hard and I’ve gone back to basics.
Having a purpose each and every day.
Having had a baby my priorities have definitely changed. I have so many identities and roles.
My goals and ambitions have not changed – I may need to execute them in a different way.
I want to be the greatest role model to her!
Quick fire questions:
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
To see everyday as an opportunity. Enjoy challenge and believe in that!!
‘I can do it!’ – set out what and why.
See everything as a process – towards success!
Who has made a big impact on you?
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Mother/Husband and wider family
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Coaches and National Gov. Body (Ann Stembridge/Jess Thelby/ Tracey Neville)
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Athletes that have gone before me
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Naomi Osaka
Serena Williams
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
How do you currently goal set and what could you do to have more success in achieving your goals?
2
If every situation provides and opportunity to learn – what have you learnt about yourself and your surroundings in the last week to help you progress positively?
Contact info:
Insta - Eboniusorobrown
T – Eboni Usoro-Brown (nee Beckford-Chambers) - @EboniBChambers
Sky sports
An amazing insight in Karen’s involvement in 6 Olympic Games whilst not enjoying being in the spotlight. She openly shares the highs and lows of a life-time in sport, building teams and getting the best from individuals, managing the transition from player to coach and lifestyle choices.
Karen, in a very humble and clear way, shares her journey, offering some amazing pieces of advice in how she has been so successful. It is a truly brilliant opportunity for parents, teachers, coaches and leaders to learn from a successful women in sport who truly has a passion for helping people and in turn putting them in the spotlight.
This is a bit more about Karen…
Karen Brown MBE is a former field hockey defender, who was a member of the British squad that won the bronze medal at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, Commonwealth Silver medal and European Gold Brown is England and Great Britain's second-highest capped player of all time, with 355 caps to her name.
She was Assistant Coach for both the Great Britain and England hockey teams and part of the management teams that secured a World Cup bronze with England in 2010, Olympic bronze with Great Britain at the London Olympics, European Gold in 2015 and Olympic Gold at the Rio Olympics.
She stepped down from her role as Assistant Coach in January 2017, and now works in a coach developer capacity for England and GB Hockey as well as UK sport.
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Key quotes, saying and comments :
I was aware the I was talented at the age of 4 or 5. I could do things others couldn’t
Mr Shawney (Teacher at School) – “Karen – whichever sport you choose you will play for England at it!”
The feeling coming back to me when making my debut for England at Hockey (at Wembley)
As an athlete I was driven by fear of failure?
I had many doubts about myself – it evoked fear
Started coaching in schools with your kids
I learnt - There is nothing wrong in telling people they CAN do things and giving them time and focus – there is a tendency to lean towards what people cant do and only helping them.
Tell people – you do realise you are really good at this. You have a special talent!
There weren’t the avenues for talented girls in sport that are available today
An fortuitous opportunity arose to play with the School Hockey 1st team
My dad said – you will like that, you will enjoy that (going to the county Hockey tournament)
Within 4 months - not playing the sport through to paying for England U18’s (aged 16yrs)
At a young age don’t specialise in any one sport
I learnt from athletics that I wanted to be part of a team *
Really explore – find your niche – don’t be restricted and try things out
The culture behind the sport was so important for me
You can take bits of learning from everything and apply it in other parts of your life *
You can’t learn from it unless you give it a go *
I was far more conscious of what I could do rather than what I couldn’t
It felt like it came quite naturally and that I didn’t work hard at it (though I did infact work hard)
It didn’t feel like hard work – I was just really curious about it and what could and would happen if I did….
I was always curious about exploring different ways of doing things
I developed technical skill through practice but it felt like fun (playing about in the fields around where I lived)
The importance of the cues you get from your environment and surroundings in early years
Senior debut in 1984
Unfairness and equal opportunities playing out – 6 teams for the women and 12 for the men
First Olympics in 1988
The disappointments earlier on in my career shaped
Highlight of playing career – qualifying for Seoul in 1988 by beating Russia in best of 3 games
I didn’t know my dad had represented GB at the Olympics until I was about 14yrs
Trained with Zola Budd
I have always been fascinated by the Olympics – all the sports!!
I took time to reflect on the lows and earnt from them
Building and developing year on year
Recognising the importance of winning the game as part of the broader process/journey
I learnt – no to dwell to much about what has gone in the past
The importance of being able to ‘shut the door’ on one part of the process and move on to the new
You have to debrief really well to enable yourself to ‘shut the door’ and move on. At team, personal and team within the team level
Capture what would I do differently should I have this opportunity again. THAT’S THE GOLD DUST
Asking myself – how did I deliver against those responsibilities
I’ve learnt – don’t ever ask an athlete (especially under pressure ie in Olmpics) to do something (a tactic or technique) that you have never seen them do before
In many ways – under high pressure go back to basics. Only do things you know can be done under pressure and has therefore been done before.
Stick to judgement not luck!
Great principles - We trained harder than what we thought it would be on a match day
We spend a lot of time on ‘how do you train the brain’. EG How do you want to feel and what do you want to think when….
Pulling out of them with questions - Often solving a problem for an athlete in the moment but saving a bigger problem for later by not developing them
Transitioned as a coach from more tell to nowdays much more self-discovery and go on a journey together.
You have to know the person (athlete) in front of you.
It is a coaches job (or leader, teacher) to flex their style and connect with the individuals that make up that team
Show me how to do it then let me have a go and I will get it really quickly. (Great learning theory and approaches)
Fantastic example of situational leadership (Skill Development Journey)
I love what I do and am incredibly fortunate to do what I do.
One of my key values is that I like helping people
I don’t like being in the spotlight but like playing my part in putting others in the spotlight
I was privileged to be asked to be captain of England – and turned it down.
I think my skill sets and what I would prefer to be are..
I love working behind the scenes but wouldn’t choose to get up on the pedestal
Happy people perform better * The happier I am the better I will do my job*
Its really important to really understand the ‘game’ that you are playing in
The journey needs to be so much more than just the outcome, its got to be bigger then that, its got to be about how they (we) grow as individuals
If you have never tried it then you will not know what the result will be
One of the traits I look for in athletes is, are they curious and do they really/truly want to improve
I get a real buzz seeing people develop
I am a believer in displaying the behaviours you want to see in others
I learnt that if I felt right I would think right. The feeling had to come before the thought
Take people back to ‘when did it all feel effortless’
My manager went so against the grain – he explored what was best for the customer. I serve the customer not the organisation. As a result the customers trusted him
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
Michael Jordan: The Life by Roland Lazenby
ALEX FERGUSON My Autobiography: The autobiography of the legendary Manchester United manager by Alex Ferguson
Winning!: The path to Rugby World Cup glory by Clive Woodward
Black Box Thinking: Marginal Gains and the Secrets of High Performance by Matthew Syed
World's Best: Coaching with the kookaburras and the hockeyroos by Ric Charlesworth
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
I have to get my head in the right space – prepare my brain so I can perform
Clear the clutter out of my head and make myself feel right
What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Try enjoy whatever it is you are going to do
Always make sure you are curious in what you do and have an interest to get better
Who has made a big impact on you?
John Edwards (who I worked with at the Nat west Bank)
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Richard Charlesworth
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
As an Athlete Karen was Driven by a fear of failure – what drives and motivates you?
2
Karen mentioned her feelings towards being in the spotlight – What is your relation to being in the spotlight and what do you like and not like and what is the reason behind this?
3
Give some attention to - what do you really value and enjoy?
4
If you believe (as both Karen and I do) that Happy people perform better – what role do you play in making those around you be happier that you wish for them to perform better?
5
How do you reward yourself?
Contact info:
Karen can be found on Twitter and LinkedIn. Alternatively contact me at hello@sportstories247.com and I will pass on her details.
The incredible story of the purposeful, passionate and energetic Lou Englefield who’s drive and determination is clear to see. Lou wants to make a difference in whatever she does and it has been both hugely rewarding yet at times a great slog. The power of sport as a vehicle to engage with inclusion and wider human rights issues is clear to see.
This is a must listen. It wont fail to make you think. It’s a deep and very honest insight into the meandering journey Lou took in exploring who she is in the world and how she now turns up! I only wish we had more time!
Below is a more descriptive overview of the involvement Lou has in making a difference through sport and physical activity as an incredibly strong advocate for inclusion.
Lou Englefield is a founding Director of Pride Sports, a UK LGBTIQ+ sports development and inclusion organisation. Lou has been a leading voice on LGBTIQ+ inclusion in sport & physical activity across Europe for more than 10 years. She has directed the international Football v Homophobia campaign since 2012, holds a board position on FARE Network and is Co-Chair of Pride House International. Lou presents and speaks on issues of LGBTIQ+ inclusion in sport and physical activity globally and has ensured that Pride Sports has become a leading authority on LGBTIQ+ inclusion in sport and physical activity, at the forefront of insight, policy and practice.
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Success Quote or saying:
Meandered through life…
My father created a competitive culture in which I grew up
“You can't connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backwards. So you have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future. You have to trust in something – your gut, destiny, life, karma, whatever." Steve Jobs.
Working in sport and Human rights has been my happiest work time
I saw and experienced the social injustice play out
Came out at the age of 20-21 yrs
The desire to want to also have a family
It took me a number of years to consider and explore what possibilities were and are available to me in life. (14 – early/mid 20’s)
Average age of coming out is now 15/16yrs old due to less ‘shame’ and ‘silence’ attached.
I got feminism at University. Studies Sociology.
We were ‘misfits’ and gravitated to each other.
Did lots of Volunteering which then lead to paid roles
Women’s centre admin to housing and homelessness.
The common theme was ‘I wanted to do things that made a difference’.
Joined Hockey team at University but found it really difficult. Don’t ask and don’t tell kind of atmosphere!
With analysis and understanding I can make sense
The ‘difference’ between ‘sport lesbians’ and ‘feminist lesbians’
The ability just to BE. We were able just to be.
Things change in the world of work…so I asked myself what can I do that would get my mojo back?
I was getting drawn into sport.
City tournaments all around Europe – sport events for LGBT community (Pride Games)
Enthusiastic and inspired by new ideas. We have always got great ideas here…! (Football v Homophobia)
If I believe in something I will run with the idea
The coming together of ‘art’ and ‘sport’
It has not been an easy gig. It has been a slog at times.
It is important for me as a person to be not ‘too much in my head’
I need to be grounded in some getting my hands dirty as a person
I am lucky to have a wide diversity of roles (filling envelopes to opening conferences)
I have been doing it so long now I can see the changes
It is really nice to be thanked
Moved from feeling threatened to working alongside
During the hard times I pull myself through by talking to people – getting perspective.
There is nothing as brilliant as getting out of breath.
Ground breaker? We have broken ground….!
The threat is that we are quite an invisible minority.
We are living in strange times. Some countries have gone backwards in terms of Human Rights
Conscious of the reversibility of inclusion and human rights
We will always be a minority and fight for our voices to be heard
Football v Homophobia month of action (February)
Don’t be afraid to ask for advice. We can get caught up as leaders and coaches NOT asking for help and support.
I will look back on this conversation and will have definitely got something from it myself
Quick fire questions:
What resources would you recommend?
The best resources we have are the people around us. Talking things through always gives just the most amazing perspectives
Some people read lots of books – I am not one of those types of people
What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Take a big deep breath.
You will grow into yourself and therefore don’t panic
It will all be alright
You are more resilient than you know
Trust and enjoy the process of developing
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Veronica Ivory – Canadian Transgender cyclist
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
How do the dot join up or join back in order for you to make sense of your life so far to inform your future?
2
When have you been in a minority group or community? How did you feel? I wonder what it would be like considering the perspective from both the majority and minority perspective? What may you do differently as a result?
Contact info:
Email – Info@pridesports.org.uk
Website: www.pridesports.org.uk and www.Footballvhomophobia.com
Twitter: @pridesports, @fvhtweets and @LouEnglefield
LinkedIn: lou-englefield
A winding and wonderful journey through football. Gain a fantastic and realistic insight in what striving to be a professional footballer has been like for Nicho. He openly shares some of the highlights and lowlights (as well as some great tips!) from turning professional in 1997 through to developing players and coaches for the future.
He played at all levels of the game over a long period of time and has also experienced the game of football through the perspectives of Player, Coach, Head of Coaching, Manager and Parent.
Nicho is currently Head of Coaching at Exeter City where they are doing some great work in developing young footballers and people.
This is a great listen if you are a young player, parent, teacher, coach or leader. Nichos story will make you think and consider your philosophy, values, beliefs and ultimately what is important to you and how do you get there (or help others get there!)
Enjoy!
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Key points and success quotes:
Didn’t get selected at first trial
Advice from mum….
- Don’t celebrate goals because the game is not over.
- If you ever go down when not injured, I will run on an make sure you are
Careers adviser not believing and supporting a career in football – parents supportive as long as school work done
Standards were ingrained into me….and it came from my parents
It is unacceptable to not be on time – it turns me to cold sweats.
The football environment also gave me the structure and routine.
High school to Lilleshall National Sport Centre (Lilleshall is the blueprint for Academies now days!)
Everything came through my childhood
I grew up very quickly and at an early age had to be the man of the house when my parents split
Played against Ronaldinho in Brazil as a youngster
‘Old school’ discipline and standards versus now days.
Learn about how people learn now.
I have played through 3 ‘different generations’ of footballer.
Old school values v current…you earnt your stripes!
What about the Old Blacks!
The power of your culture and environment
Back then – it you could not take it you didn’t make it!
Unacceptable to rule through fear now days
As a manger – I got best results when people had a say and involvement in it. They want to know why they are doing what they are.
One of my strengths and weaknesses is that I am incredibly patient and calm/composed.
The difference between players who want it and need it
Just get better today – focus on ‘next practice’ (stay in moment)
Concentrate on what you can control and don’t focus to far into the future
Asked myself – did I do everything I could do to be the best I could be?
Don’t be that guy who says…if only I had….?
I did the best I could do with the knowledge I had at that given time – no regrets!
700 games experience - league 2 and National League
I was told I was not good enough so intrinsic drive to show them they were wrong
Play as long as you can play – cant think of anyone saying ‘pack it all in‘ when you realise you are not good enough
I get pleasure in helping people develop.
Become the best version of you as a coach.
I learn so much along the way. I don’t see where I am at now as being the final place.
I am role modelling – open mindedness, learning and taking things away and doing.
I have learnt to just do it – make the mistakes and learn
One person might take one thing from it and actually that is what is important and makes the difference.
Be more present while you are present.
The intention meant often differs from the intention felt
I can live by my moral code…
You’ve got to know your own moral code is first
Can honest be a weakness?
I’ve been told at times you are too nice!
You don’t have to sacrifice your morals o drive performance and standards
Emotional intelligence is really important – emotional relationships, trust and report are also really important in addition to knowing about the ‘x’s’ and ‘o’s’
The more I learn the less I realise what I know
Why not just have a go..!
Continuing to ask curious questions
Being open minded.
“If you are depressed you are living in the past. If you are anxious you are living in the future. If you are at peace you are living in the present.” ― Lao Tzu
Those things that sound so simple aren’t simple – you have to practice them and work on them and become more self-aware
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
The Chimp Paradox: The Mind Management Programme to Help You Achieve Success, Confidence and Happiness by Dr Steve Peters
Who Moved My Cheese: An Amazing Way to Deal with Change in Your Work and in Your Life by Dr Spencer Johnson
Key advice to somebody wanting a career in sport
‘Next Practice’ – only worry about the next thing you can effect.
Don’t get too high – don’t get too low
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Enjoy it – it gets too serious at times.
Who has made a big impact on you?
Parents
Wife (Really grounding as doesn’t know about football)
My Strength and Conditioning coach
Jocky Scott and many others
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Tiger Woods
Tom Brady
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What is the key attribute you have that is both your main strength as well as weakness?
2
Positive Learning Mindset – what one thing have you learnt today and what one thing are you most appreciative of ? (ask yourself everyday!)
Contact info:
Twitter – @kevnicho3
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-nicholson-50827a69/
School Sports Coordinator to Sports Policy maker and talent development coach. The very authentic and heart-warming story of the highs and lows of the journey Lucy has been on. Dealing with the labels attributed to her all the way through to how her previous life experiences really inform and educate her around the work and impact she is now having. A brilliant discussion peeling back the onion layers and getting a deep insight into her process and how she has managed her dyslexia and autism. Listen deeply and take action – Lucy is truly a giver with a very genuine style and offers some fantastic guidance and advice!
This is how she would describe herself….
Approaching life with a slightly geeky earnest enthusiasm. Sports development and coaching specialist. Passionate about supporting people and helping them to be the best they can be. Love learning and currently working to complete my Doctorate. All round sporty person, with main interests including hockey (coaching and playing), visiting the gym (when not in a pandemic) and training for my first (and last) IronMan triathlon. Enjoy languages and like finding ways to improve my Spanish, French and German (none of which are any good, but that’s not the point). Blue Peter badge owner. Neurodivergent person: dyslexic and Autism Spectrum Disorder (which sounds too pathologised for me, used to be called Aspergers – but that doesn’t really exist as a diagnosis anymore, we all get labelled ASD). Big fan of a “ham-cheese-avocado-ready salted crisp” sandwich.
Favourite quote: “Be brave and curious, not fearful and suspicious” - Eddie Izzard
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Success Quote or saying:
4 key principles:
- Allow people to be who they are
- Build on what you have in common
- Listen more than speak
- Find the person behind the role
(Cath Bishops words)
Independent play and being wild and free as a young person
As a young person - Realising that I was a girl and how the precluded me from certain activities
Early sporting memory seeing women playing Rugby next to Twickenham and why not in the stadium
I hated the word – Tomboy. Created a distinction between boys things and girls things
Started playing Hockey – an immediate feeling of I could do it – fell in love with it
Being capable enough at sports allowed me to have friends given I had lot of other things going on for me (autism and dyslexia)
Structured sport allowed me to be popular and have friends
Diagnosed autism and dyslexia only in my 20’s
Hockey really makes my mind go silent
Sports participation connected to the feeling and the mind (Hockey really does this for Lucy)
Recognised the positive and negative impact sport had on her mental well being
Don’t realise how important things are until they are gone.
Real great interest in neurodiversity and who I am, What I am and What I do?
Terrible County Hockey selection experiences have underpinned my philosophy and approach to talent development
The personal diaries tell the story as it was then
The powerfulness of reading about my younger self – young people are really attuned to what is going on. They have a memory of their experiences.
The experiences that took her down the coaching route
There is an ego/voice that takes me off to want to right all the wrongs that happened to me.
I found success and felt good at helping people
The little things often make the big differences for me
I come from a place where I see people as resourceful and not deficient
I start from a place where I want them to flourish
Through significant ruminating and therapy I now care less about what people think.
We are flawed like everybody else
The real work is in your own mind….
Metaphor: Earthquakes v tectonic plates moving all the time
As a coach you only have one part of the story…..you have to therefore stay curious
I threw myself into work – collecting work – but ended up full up. It became an Ego thing.
I made some significant changes…..and yet the world didn’t end.
I was harder and more disciplined with myself and gave permission to take breaks
Put your own oxygen mask on first
Just because you are good at something doesn’t mean you like it and just because somebody else wants you to do something doesn’t mean you should. Just because you say no to somebody and they don’t like it doesn’t mean it’s a bad decision.
I am and always will be an empath and pulled towards helping people.
My strategies are based on the situation and circumstances
It helps having other priorities in my life
Ask myself who is this for? Is it for me and my benefit? Is it aligned to my direction of not?
There isn’t a shortage of people who want to take a different approach to people/coaches within the sport system
I like to flit between different roles from strategic to practical/applied and operational
A lived reality of the different layers of sport
Do we really appreciate the individual impact policy makers have on the wider sporting world?
Small changes can and do have a big ripple effect
Don’t miss out – what you did for free, the hours out in the rain. Consider how are you going to get loads of different experiences.
What lateral experiences might you be able to get?
Relationships are the ‘whole system’
Policy is meaningless until somebody reads it and does something with it
The sport system is a huge web of human beings – humans are the secret key and we should start with them.
How do we define success and what does it mean…
We can all influence in our ‘own little garden’
These are my opinions and I speak on behalf of me – I check myself every day
The way that I speak is influenced by the way you listen and the way you listen is influenced by the way I speak – we cant separate ourselves!
Be prepared - How you get in and how you get out and the middle bit will sort itself out
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
The Long Win: The search for a better way to succeed by Cath Bishop
Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking by Susan Cain
When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Daniel H. Pink
Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Keep active
Walk the dog.
Sleep well - consistently
Being well prepared – how start and how close!
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Go with your gut and be bold and be yourself
Who has made a big impact on you?
PE teacher – Mrs Green (saw potential in me and sign posted me!)
Danny Kerry, Bobby Crutchley, Jason Lee, Karen Brown (all great Hockey coaches yet different!)
Demi Dowey
Carol from Sport England
Kath Sweet at UK sport
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Caz Walton at the BPA
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What do you need to do to quieten your mind and get a really relaxed focus?
2
If looking to gain experience – what lateral opportunities could you look for and maximise?
3
What part of your life has been a challenge and how could you views this and use it to really help and motivate you?
Contact info:
Twitter – @LuckyMoore15
LinkedIn - lucymoore15
From a young Wigan lad to the longest standing Rugby League Head Coach for Scotland attending 3 world cups. He has travelled the world, worked at a number of clubs and has found that humour, hard work and remaining humble are key.
It is such a great conversation if you are keen to hear somebody who is striving to be themselves and honest about who they are and have been. Authentic leadership comes to my mind!
Steve is now the Head of Welfare at Rugby League Cares in the UK. He took up the role after heading up the education and welfare position at the Wigan Warriors.
Steve is a highly experienced individual having coached at all levels of the game. He has been Head Coach at Super-League level and also coached the Scotland national team in three world cups and the 2016 Four Nations Competition. Steve made the decision to concentrate on his main passion of player care and wellbeing and ensured the Wigan Warriors welfare structure is one of the best, not only in rugby league but in professional sport. His recent appointment at RL Cares has seen him make a massive impact on the player welfare structure of all players playing in the UK.
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Success quotes or sayings:
Surrounded myself with good people
Humble hard working and respectful were key values to me
Players ended up driving the culture in the best teams I was involved with
Everyone bought into the culture on and off the field
I was often outside my comfort zone
I just worked hard and lived my values
Winning became an obsession
Being a head coach can be a lonely place sometimes
Balance between winning and being driven and making sure you look after yourself enough
Learnt to delegate better and more. Sit back, delegate and trust my staff more has been a massive benefit and learning
I really valued the Sport psychologist input. The value of an impartial and confidential conversation was so helpful
It is very different being head coach to being an assistant coach
I just started putting time as side to spend time with my family – I started to recognise the importance of this. Spending time watching my lad now playing football.
I have become more aware of those around me and valuing the time with them. These are valuable lessons learnt from my early days when I didn’t do this
Recognising the elements of your life away from the sport – business, education, family etc… If only focussed on one thing and its not going well then things may be very difficult.
All coaches get sacked…
If I wrote everything down regarding my career it would be an interesting book.
A peak – being involved in 3 world cups with Scotland especially in 2013 and then the 4 Nations in 2015 (drawing against New Zealand)
You have got to keep those same principles - humble, hardworking etc… are non-negotiable and go wherever you go.
I would have to work at a different pace in different environments/clubs. Same principles yet different timelines
Leave the club in a better position/place than when you came
When you leave a club you always want to go back and shake peoples hands
Really valued speaking to other sports and key people in businesses. Go speak to people.
I have learnt to immerse myself more in my family
(podcasts and autobiographies) It’s just brilliant to look at other peoples perspectives and how they deal with the challenges of life.
Make sure you learn something everyday and be at your best.
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
Legacy by James Kerr by Jim Kerr
Made in Sheffield: Neil Warnock - My Story by Neil Warnock
The Bald Truth: My Life in the World's Hardest Sport by Keith Senior
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Every morning I speak to myself…..set myself for the day
Laugh everyday! Enjoy what you do!
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Work hard
Choose wisely who you spend time with
Ask for help when you need it – we all need help at some time in our life
Who has made a big impact on you?
My dad
My wife - Rebecca
Dennis Mc Hugh at Wigan
Dave Rotherham
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Can’t think of any specifics…. There are too many
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What in your life is distracting you away from being truly focussed and how can you change this?
2
Who do you ask to get the feedback from to help you uncover blind spots to impact positively on your performance?
Contact info:
www.rugbyleaguecares.org
From being categorised as ‘not a sporty child’ to winning and Olympic medal and authoring a best selling book on winning. What and incredible insight and experience!
Dr Cath Bishop is an Olympian, former diplomat, business coach and author.
She competed in rowing at 3 Olympic Games, winning World Championships gold in 2003 and Olympic silver in Athens 2004. As a diplomat for the British Foreign Office for 12 years, Cath specialized in policy and negotiations on conflict issues, with postings to Bosnia and Iraq. Cath now works as a business consultant, leadership coach and author, and teaches on Executive Education programmes at the Judge Business School, Cambridge University and is a Visiting Professor at Surrey Business School.
Cath speaks at events globally on topics of leadership, high performing teams and cultural change. Her first book ‘The Long Win: the search for a better way to succeed’, published October 2020, was described by the Financial Times as ‘a deep and rewarding exploration of human motivation in sport, politics, business and our personal lives’ and listed in their Top 10 Business Books for 2020.
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Success Quotes or sayings:
I didn’t know how to access sport and fitness at an early age
The concepts were playing out – trying hard at school, wanting to learn and working out how I could become better at something
I was interested., curious and intrigued
I was conscientious and hard working and used these principles
Really understanding – what’s the drama behind the piece
Searching and being curious all the time
Find something that is so exciting I want to bury myself in it
I was categorised as not a sporty child
I saw opportunities which I believed were not open to me
There was a real joy when I found sport – it was all mine
Striving is a real part of me – I struggle to switch it off
The tension between the learning process and performance outcome measurements
An interest in looking at things beyond just the answer
Peoples answers and reactions gave you a sense there were ‘good ways to go’ and ‘bad ways to go’
What about them – this is what I often struggle with – the constant segregation
I was doing well but feeling really uncomfortable at the same time
I feel uncomfortable about the labels we put on people
I was totally released from outcomes – it was a really lovely thing. I just wanted to do ourselves proud
I realised the was a process of ‘you just have to get on with it!’
You had to opt in – there was no option of opting out
The scenario was - I cannot run away so had to run towards. There was no spotlight on JUST you!
Focussing on yourself as well as others
I am afraid of the water and still am…. Yet being ON the water is my favourite place
Lots of things exclude you...how can we emphasise how to INCLUDE you
[Watch for] sweeping statements that teachers (and developers) make
Fun being so important even when we put in more training and take things ‘more seriously’
The performance narrative that arrived was dense and oppressive – but thought that is what you have got to do to be an Olympic rower?
I then threw myself into this narrative…
I tried to learn all this ‘dominant winning language’. I found this really hard!
I am so glad I loved the sport and being on the river
Having a broad network of connections and friends was so important
My other interests were a lifeline and necessity for me to be able to perform
I did things to an obsessive degree which at times came at a cost
The importance of compassion and mindfulness in sport
Seeing sport in the broader framework is really helpful to performance
Making sense of the obsession with winning – who are the real winners?
You can’t control the result…you can control what you do.
Let’s see what we can learn and then see where it takes us…
Importance of connecting performance at a deeper level and to what comes afterwards
Curiosity and learning is the positive fuel
It is not about enjoying sport and therefore lowering standards – which is often what people fear
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
Rebel Ideas: The Power of Diverse Thinking by Matthew Syed
A Bigger Prize: When No One Wins Unless Everyone Wins by Margaret Heffernan
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Time to exercise everyday
Be really present and in the moment
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Don’t obsess over the results, be present and more of what I take joy from
Who has made a big impact on you?
Ron and Roger – coaches I had at University
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Daley Thompson - Decathlete
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What perceptions do you have of yourself and others that are limiting and how might you change them?
2
How has your position in your family helped or hindered your beliefs and attitudes towards hard work and success?
3
How would you define success for you on your own terms?
4
How does being the best version of you and the notion of ‘winning’ sit for you?
5
Win or lose: What are you going to gain regardless of the result?
Contact info:
www.cathbishop.com
@thecathbishop
Kevin Sinfield needs little introduction. Captained Great Britain at RL, played both codes of Rugby, SPOTY runner up and most recently has raised a huge amount of money for the MND association in support of his close friend Rob Burrow who is suffering from this cruel disease. In his word this was “the best week of his life” – running 7 marathons in 7 days.
Kev the younger brother, best mate, team mate, retired player, the leader, the fundraiser and really importantly the father of the family shares some of his very own personal story in his usual humble, authentic, and determined way.
It is a must listen and you cannot fail to be both choked and inspired by what he has achieved and how he has achieved it! Some how you know there is more to come!
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Key quotes or sayings:
A group of 4 or 5 blokes just helping a mate!
This is NOT sport – this is about people and their lives!
It is a DIFFERENT satisfaction from playing and winning medals and rings
I need to test myself – challenge myself – see what my body can do.
Have the courage just to go for it!
It’s clear – we all had a similar mindset and a common goal
Think of a team as the need of a full set of vitamins and minerals to perform at your best
Working is performance sport is demanding and often just a slog
Part of being in a team is giving a lot of yourself
Selfish nature of performance
Fine balance when being a player and leader to get things right
The importance of being able to read people
In the team environment – I never put myself before the team – NEVER!!
Importance of family holidays – especially as we come to a stage when you become un cool for your kids to want to join you.
Emotionally tough but we all got a glow about us
Until you are in that situation – you don’t appreciate - friendships matter so much
Quitting never ever entered my head…
The ‘big elephant in the room’ is the person. Lets not loose sight of them for the small percentage gains
People respond differently to different types of adversity
Dare to dream…
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What are the key principles or values you live your life by?
2
Kev said Friendships matter so much: What are the quality and depth of your friendships? Who would do a 7 in 7 challenge for you and who would YOU do a challenge for and how would this enhance your friendship?
3
What has lockdown given you the time to do? What benefit have you taken from it?
4
If you dared yourself to DREAM...what would you dream?
Contact info:
Leeds Rhinos website and social media channels
Donate to MND Association
https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/sinfield-7-in-7
Chris shares his experience in life and sport growing up as a deaf person trying to ‘fit in’ and learning that the realisation that every one of us is different
Chris really brings to life what it has been like living with and overcoming adversity. Being born profoundly deaf, being bullied as a young person and playing performance sport and successfully undertaking senior positions with sporting organisations are all areas we cover in this amazing conversation over a zoom call.
For me there is a real theme of do we want to be treated the same or differently and the consequences of this.
If you are facing challenges and wondering how you may over come them then listen in for some inspiration and guidance. Chris shares some of his strategies that helped. They may help you!
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Success Quote or saying:
You can only control what you can control
Egos and logos
Reflect and listen
The importance of feedback in a safe environment
A conscious journey of learning
Preparation is key
Being a game changer and making a difference
Michael Jordan said “I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.”
Success is often more down to the effort you put in more than anything else
Fine line between managing frustration and getting frustrated
You have to practice in order to become good at it
The importance of coaching the person not the sport
Somebody who believed in me because of my ability not seeing my deafness as a disability
The importance of switching off and relaxing
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
Winning!: The path to Rugby World Cup glory by Clive Woodward
My Life and Rugby: The Autobiography by Eddie Jones
Leading by Sir Alex Ferguson
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Read – Ian Rankin
Get out and walk the ‘black dog’
Note book and pen to capture thoughts
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Pay attention and value learning
Everyone of us is different…. We are all different from one another!
Celebrate and embrace differences.
Who has made a big impact on you?
Parents
Celia Brackenridge (course tutor and personal tutor) She made me feel included.
Colin Beech
Barry Horne at Activity Alliance
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Johnny Weissmuller actor and swimmer
Terence Parkin deaf South African swimmer
Tom Smith (Scottish Rugby Player)
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What are you taking for granted in your life and how could you show greater appreciation for what you have?
2
How open are you to learning and your blind spots and what do you need to have in place to unearth them, then potential they offer and the associated learning?
Contact info:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-ratcliffe-1b78a44/
Website: https://www.bocciaengland.org.uk/
A very candid view of what High Performance is to him and what he needed to survive. As expected, John was open and honest about his journey through sport touching on some of the highs, the lows and controversies he was involved in. A constant was John asking himself “What was the learning in that”
This is a unique and authentic story..
John shares some really personal and never shared before stories when he was involved as a played for Scotland and coach at Yorkshire. It is a must listen….and a great opportunity to learn from his Sport Story. Here is a little more about John and his background…
John is a Scottish, Edinburgh born ex First Class and International Cricketer who was inducted into the Cricket Scotland Hall of Fame in May 2019. In formative years John enjoyed 6 years within the pathway of youth professional Football with Hibernian F.C. and Falkirk F.C. John is also an ECB Level 4 Cricket Coach awarded in 2013.
From a modest sporting background, John has followed a less than linear and comfortable pathway to the highest possible playing and coaching levels in Cricket. Over 25 years of involvement in professional sport comes with a strong and compelling backstory of ups, downs, challenges and learnings.
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Success quotes or sayings that stood out:
- For me it was right!
- Mum and dad provided a scaffolding support
- I was very self taught
- It was a potent mix for me as a learner
- Help an individual understand how they take on information
- I came up on the inside track
- Circumstance plus opportunity
- 2 sports that complemented each other but the struggle was at times hard
- We talk about High Performance is playing ‘in the moment’ and with freedom
- I played in the moment and that is why I was best suited to high performance
- The irony of High performance – Play in moment and self-taught
- High Performance should come with a Toxic sign
- I needed that high performance personality to survive
- I really appreciate and took the learning once I came out the High Performance environment
- I just problem solved and learnt as I went – which I called on this skill throughout my career
- Importance of aligning myself with good people
- I left home at 17 yrs old. My Past (early) experiences stood me in good stead later in life
- People are often given positions but still need to earn the credentials/credibility
- Importance of understanding the person and having the coaching toolbox
- You have to go and try and understand the individual
- The job is about the ‘struggle chapters’ as well as the ‘good chapters’ in the book.
- As a coach I often find myself searching for the answer myself.
- I often stop and ask myself – what is the learning in that
- The importance of having a trusted support network to share and ask
- I need to step back and take time for my personal learning
- The importance of culture and setting the ‘right’ environment to learn and improve
Quick fire questions:
How I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Discipline to do the volume and be organised
Have everything planned and in place
Who has made a big impact on you?
My family – mum, dad and sister!
Philip St Johnstone – Penicuik
Jim Love
Ricky Graham
Steve Oldham
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What strategies do you have today that have helped you in the past but no longer help you now? How can you now change these strategies?
2
You don’t have to do it on your won – who do you call on when in need of help and support? Who is in your trusted support network and what is missing?
3
What is the ‘mix of ingredients’ you require to best help you learn?
Contact info:
Twitter - Johnblain4
Email - johnblain4@hotmail.co.uk
The Story behind the person asking the High-Performance questions…
Get a real insight into the influence his father played on his journey through sport and why he now does what he does and the many lessons he has learnt along the way to living a high performance lifestyle.
I just love his very clear non-negotiable behaviours of kindness, fun and engaging and can it make a positive difference. Listen in to the episode and make your own judgement if Damian lives to these. I certainly think he does!!
If you are interested to know more about Damian then have a look at the bottom of the show notes for his detailed biography. I would suggest you just listen in to the conversation as there are so many thought provoking stories and situations for you to make sense of.
It was a real pleasure and hopefully will inspire you to take responsibility and be the best version of you!
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Success quotes or powerful sayings form the Pod:
- I am going to do the best I can with what I have got where I am - enjoy the process
- Education is the engine to change lives
- The importance of following your passion
- Go out there, give it a go and shape lives along the way
- You can see the ghost of peoples childhoods wrestling around their adult bodies
- Non-negotiable behaviours that are mental gate keepers for me
- The importance of reflecting and learning from mistakes
- If your presence doesn’t make an impact your absence won’t make a difference
- Your ability to learn and unlearn and go back and reflect on it
- Enjoyed versus endured
- Being happy in the moment is ‘high performance’
- Ask yourself is this helpful for you or is it not – a powerful question to frame your conversations
- Never have I ever said – the Dunning Kruger Law
- The importance of understanding the ‘rules of the game’
- Explain the rules of the game – then play out the FIFO effect.
- Ambiguity is your big enemy – save in creating big issues by reducing ambiguity
- Being kind to myself and then those around me
- Taking 100% responsibility for the choices you make.
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
An Evil Cradling by Brian Keenan
Man's Search for Ultimate Meaning by Viktor E Frankl
The Happiness Hypothesis: Putting Ancient Wisdom to the Test of Modern Science by Jonathan Haidt
How do you prepare yourself to be the best version of you?
Spending time on my own
Managing my time
Learning to say no!
Who has made a big impact on you?
My farther
Tony Smith (Rugby League Coach)
Jake Humphrey (Friend, BT sport Commentator and High Performance Pod Co-host)
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
The Boxer - Marvin Hagler
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What are your non-negotiable behaviours and principles and why are they important to you?
2
What did your parents do that has had a major impact on your life and how?
3
What is it you need to do in order to ‘get your energy’ and give yourself time and space to reflect and make sense of what is going on in your life?
4
How do you demonstrate what you stand for and show your vulnerability?
5
What are you NOT taking 100% responsibility for? How might you change this and what might the benefit be?
6
What does your book collection say about you?
Contact info:
To make contact with Damian have a look at his website of get in contact with me and I will make the introduction.
www.liquidthinker.com
Biography:
Professor Damian Hughes is an international speaker and bestselling author who combines his practical and academic background within sport, organisational development and change psychology, to help organisations and teams to create a high performing culture.
He is the author of eight best-selling business books, including Liquid Thinking, Liquid Leadership, How to Change Absolutely Anything, How to Think Like Sir Alex Ferguson, The Five STEPS to a Winning Mindset and The Barcelona Way: Unlocking the DNA of a Winning Culture. These have been translated into ten languages. He has also been nominated for the 2007 William Hill Sports book of the year award for Peerless, his biography of boxing great Sugar Ray Robinson. In 2009, he co-authored a critically acclaimed biography of boxing legend, Thomas Hearns in Hitman: the Thomas Hearns Story. In 2013, his latest biography, Marvelous Marvin Hagler became the UK’s best selling sports biography.
He was appointed as a Professor of Organisational Psychology and Change for Manchester Metropolitan University in September 2010.
He is the co-host of The High Performance Podcast, an acclaimed series of interviews with elite performers from business, sport and the arts, exploring the psychology behind sustained high performance.
He has served as a member of the coaching team for England Rugby League, Scotland Rugby Union and a wide range of international and national sporting teams.
His innovative and exciting approach has been praised by Sir Richard Branson, Muhammad Ali, Sir Terry Leahy, Sir Roger Bannister, Tiger Woods, Jonny Wilkinson and Sir Alex Ferguson.
A quick review of the first 3 series of the Sport Stories Podcast. 30 fantastic episodes with a range of individuals involved in sport. I share my 10 key reflections and some of the things that most resonated with me!
If you take half as much as I did from the stories that were shared then its worth a listen!
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If you want to be the best coach (or person!) you can be, perform at the highest level, achieve success following success or build a performance culture then this is definitely a listen for you.
Greg shares many insights in working with para athletes, building teams for the Olympic games as well as how he has managed himself though the highs and lows of his career in sport.
Greg has 20+ years experience of being involved in High Performance Sport as an Athlete, Coach, Head Coach, Executive Coach and Performance Mentor
Given that Greg has a real passion for building teams and cultures through people I can assure you that there will be some fantastic take aways and tips for you the work on.
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Success Quote or saying:
- Parental support and caring was crucial
- Coach athlete relationship – it’s 2 way relationship to be successful
- As we get older and more experienced, we need that challenge even more to keep us learning and improving
- I realised I didn’t know all the answers
- Culture develops and changes depending on your context
- Make sure you have leaders everywhere that want to step up
- It comes back to principles, values and common purpose
- To influence yourself you have to be able to influence yourself first
- The more you can align your behaviours and your intentions the better
- Take in the input and perspective of others to make really informed decisions
- Ask great questions to challenges others (athletes) assumptions and beliefs
- Knowing what type of approach to take given the situation – psychological flexibility
- Be bold in your vision and meticulous in your planning (Shakleton)
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
Endurance: Shackleton’s Incredible Voyage to the Antarctic by Alfred Lansing
Score Takes Care Of Itself: My Philosophy of Leadership by Bill Walsh
Start With Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone To Take Action by Simon Sinek
Turn The Ship Around!: A True Story of Building Leaders by Breaking the Rules by L. David Marquet
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Don’t think you have all the answers
Don’t think that everyone else has all the answers – you have a view and perspective.
Listen, learn and be curious from an early age!
Who has made a big impact on you?
My parents – they supo
Neil Robinson
Matt Kenny
Andrew Rushton
Gorazd Vecko
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Eddie Jones
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
How well do you know yourself – What do you need to do to uncover your blind spots or be re assured that what is perceived and what is actually received is aligned?
2
How do your reset yourself before every interaction so that you bring the best version of you to all your relationships and interactions? What do you need to do to ensure that this reset is effective for you?
Contact info:
LinkedIn – Greg Baker (Head Coach at British Para Table Tennis)
(further contact details can be found on LinkedIn if needed)
“Everything I have ever been through helped me with my resilience - My accident taught me that I have just got to keep failing”
The shy girl taking risks, traveling and working around the world, working in loads of different contexts, really understanding and working with some brilliant people right through to overcoming a brain injury (and a horrific accident) and managing energy were all covered.
What an incredible and inspirational journey of highs and lows that is well worth a listen.
Emma shares some great strategies and tips that have helped her to be the positive, adventurous and fun loving person she is today!
Invest in yourself and take a listen as they may help you!
Here is how Emma would describe herself and what she does...
I am passionate about working with people in the outdoors, sports and arts. I have always worked in personal development, although the context has changed over the years from working for charities, lecturing at a University and working as a learning and development consultant.
My passion to inspire and support people has taken me across the world, working in a board range of environments. This has taught me the importance of respecting different cultures, working in diverse environments and being open to different ways of working.
I currently work as a contractor for International Triathlon Union as a facilitator, British Triathlon Federation, Premier League, Swim Smooth as well as managing my own business specialising in Coaching, mentoring and consulting.
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Success Quote or saying:
- I said yes to everything
- How support individuals to take their right path
- We often don’t appreciate what we have until it goes or we lose it. (or is taken from us!)
- I now never take the small things for granted
- Connected to those that loved me and connected to things that gave me energy
- Facing into the things I needed to work on – breaking down to personal achievements
- I looked beyond my future
- Organisation enables me to be a free spirit
- I always say YES to opportunities
- Planning and free spirited are complimentary
- Life is short and life is precious
- Is the way we have always worked the right way – or it there potential for something different
- Thoughts+ attitude and beliefs impact your behaviours
- Language is really really important to connect with people
- Learn from the past but don’t live there. Live in the present cos that all you have got – be present. Plan for the future but don’t live there either (courtesy of Grandad!)
- Have rocks around you to support you
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself: How To Lose Your Mind And Create A New One by Dr. Joe Dispenza
The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse by Charlie Mackesy
The Magic of Metaphor: 77 stories for teachers, trainers & thinkers by Nick Owen
Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
When not stressed – need to be out in nature
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Have confidence in yourself
I’m an ok. It is ok to be yourself.
Put my head up a bit more and be heard
Own who you are
Who has made a big impact on you?
My grandad (it was his birthday today!!!) He was a Buddhist
Jane Senior (friend and mentor)
Chris Roberts
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Sue Oldham (Held the record for eldest woman to swim the channel for many years)
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What aspects of your life do you take for granted and how could you be more appreciative of them?
2
What are your energy ‘IN’ activities and what are your energy ‘OUT’ activities? What is the balance of these and what do you need to do to ensure an even more positive balance?
Contact info:
Website: www.activeblu.co.uk
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-brunning-7363971b6/
Twitter: Emma Brunning @ActiveBlu
Instagram: Active.Blu
Facebook: Active Blu
Definitely not a frivolous conversation! Eating disorders, powerful conversations, developing emotional literacy, working under pressure, looking after your well-being are all covered in this free flowing and natural conversation.
Jen also touched on her role as a practitioner and powerfully showed how she has learnt from her past experiences and uses this to inform her life and practice today.
There is something for all listeners as Jen shares many principles and tips to be used in a wide variety of environments.
Making these connections is key and Jen does it brilliantly!
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Success Quote or saying:
- Generate quality during tiny collisions
- High performing people know what works for them (Roberto Martinez)
- Weekly professional reflection log not to get ‘drunk’ on the highs and lows
- Exercise your chimp and de load
- Create a voice note to de-load
- Got to be able to say it from the side-line
- Can’t influence what I don’t know
- If we work with the individual it will impact the multiple environments the exist within
- The importance of getting different things from different relationships
Quick fire questions:
The books (or Podcasts) that you would recommend are?
Doing Sport Psychology by Mark B. Anderson
Psychology in Football: Working with Elite and Professional Players by Mark Nesti
The Learning Scientist Podcast
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Be strict with your time
Good quality sleep
De-load or an outlet
Have people round you that don’t know your work context
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Don’t worry about things as much.
Trust the process and have an open mind
Who has made a big impact on you?
Jason Blake
Mark Nesti
Lewis Craig
Ian Jones from Burnley
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
· Claire Davidson
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
How do you find talking about both positive and negative emotions and emotional events? What would you best friend or parent say?
2
How do you create or alleviate pressure situations for yourself and others?
Contact info:
Jennifer Lace
@Lace_jen
A genuine and vulnerable insight into the sporting journey of Ian Braid – dedicated to Nina Foord who sadly passed away recently.
Nina typified the amazing work that volunteers do in sport and also impacted on Ian’s journey from being a young boy volunteering at the local rugby club right the way through to championing the cause and providing support for both athletes and those that help the athletes.
Ian shares some of the highs and lows of his career including some personal challenges but what is clear is the impact he has had on the sporting system and many individuals by bringing attention to some hugely important issues.
Below is a little more detail about Ian. I am confident that he will make you think and that there are some great take away messages from the podcast. Enjoy!
Ian has brought together his significant experience in sport and his passion for helping others under the umbrella of DOCIAsport the company he founded in 2017. He brings a refreshing and independent view to all aspects of duty of care in sport from the perspective of coaches, officials, athletes, administrators, and the sector itself. Ian is acknowledged as a trusted leader whose opinions are widely sought after in sport, higher education, government, and business. He is recognised as a champion of mental health education. DOCIAsport has been shortlisted for a national award as Mental Health Consultancy 2020 and Ian himself is a fellow of the Mental Health Collective. Ian has given acclaimed keynote presentations, lectures, podcasts, and workshops throughout the UK.
His vision as CEO of the British Athletes Commission led to the sector strengthening the support offered to vulnerable adults in sport. He also played a key role in the DCMS review of duty of care in sport assisting Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson. These became the platform for Ian to deliver sustainable positive change in sport, mental health provision and for the next generation of sport leaders applying his values, skills, and experience
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Success Quote or saying:
- Everything is worth the price of a cup of coffee…
- I have to believe that changes can be made…
- I didn’t appreciate the other persons point of view until I stood in their shoes and walked around
- Take and give care – David Lavalle
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
Legacy by James Kerr Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brené Brown
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Take and give care (Self and others)
Who has made a big impact on you?
Dame Tanni Grey Thompson
Ed Simpson – good friend and Lawyer
Fred the Dog
Family and Mrs Braid
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Michael Jamieson, Olympian
This is the Tedx talk referred to in the podcast
https://youtu.be/oU6M7ZDVDN8
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
Where and how do you give time to others and what is the nourishment you get back in return for doing this?
2
How do you give care to yourself and what is your gage to know what is working for you and what is not?
Contact info:
Website
www.dociasport.co.uk
ian@dociasport.co.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-braid-fmhc-484238
@DOCIA_sport
A fantastic insight into the cricketing story of Jason ‘Dizzy’ Gillespie. From the cricket obsessed young boy in Sydney right the way through to leaving his mark on English county cricket and returning to be Head Coach back in South Australia.
Dizzy shares some brilliant insights into how he became the cricketer he did, the key influences along the way and how and why they helped him and also the approach and philosophy he now takes as a Head Coach into building performance teams and cultures in cricket.
True to form Jason shares his story in the most genuine and humble way – yet with a real steeliness, determination, and ambition.
This is a must listen to conversation if you are parent, coach, sports fan or even a business leader interested in performance and learning environments. There is something in here for everyone!
Beware – there is no mention of that extremely high batting score he made as a night watchman in his final test!
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Success Quote or sayings:
- Give yourself the best chance
- When injured or down, plan the pathway back
- Leave no stone unturned
- Give myself the very best chance
- All you can do is all you can do, and all you can do is enough
- Hard work and smart work never goes away
- If you are going to do something g – do it properly
- Make the best decisions you can as often as you can
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend.
Two Lengths of the Pool: Sometimes the simplest ideas have the greatest impact by Simon Hartley
3 ingredients for a top performing culture
Open to learning and being adaptable
Positivity
No whinging
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Have a plan – prepare physically as this helps you prepare mentally
Build up a bank of evidence by preparing to the best of my ability
Who has made a big impact on you?
My late farther (his work ethic, his positivity)
Jeff Hammond
John Buchanan
Mark Taylor
Steve Waugh
Glen Mcgrath (matter of fact and his self belief)
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Roger Federer
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
Who is the person or persons in your life that have or currently show unwavering belief in you – how do they do this?
2
The theme of importance of trust came through in the conversation…
What is your relationship with ‘trust’? Do you trust others until it is broken or do people have to earn your trust in advance?
Contact info:
Contact hello@sportstories247.com if you would like to make contact with Jason or contact him via the following
Club Twitter
@dizzy259
Dizzy259
Extraordinary events at FIFA, broadcasting deals in football, what it takes to be a sports lawyer, the highs and lows of the job and the desire for a greater representation of British Asian footballers were some of the great insights and views Sanjiv shared.
It is not often you get and honest and open insight into these very timely and topical areas from somebody who has such personal experiences.
This is a great conversation and one not to miss!
Sanjiv has over the past two decades carved out a legal career at the highest levels of sports administration, including at FIFA and beIN Sports.
This podcast provides a glimpse into that journey as well as insight into what attributes are necessary to be a success in the field of sports law.
He also describes his latest venture and his intention to provide opportunities within the football community.
You can follow Sanjiv on Twitter @SanjivArora1978 as well as contact him directly via LinkedIn for any matters related to sports administration, legal advice or career development"
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Success Quotes or sayings:
The way you treat people when you are on the way up is the way you will be treated when you are on the way down
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend.
Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari
Inverting the Pyramid: The History of Football Tactics by Jonathan Wilson
Football Against The Enemy by Simon Kuper
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Self-awareness is key to allow preparation in areas where I feel less comfortable
Put yourself in their shoes and use your empathy
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Hard work – you can’t escape from it!
Don’t be too hard on yourself
Who has made a big impact on you?
Many, from family members, to work colleagues and management. Garnering tips & knowledge on how to behave & also, importantly, how not to behave!
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
People who are in power in football – injected with a truth serum
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What in your life do you need to stop putting energy into and leave behind for the benefit of your personal and professional wellbeing?
2
How can you identify and move closer to engaging in your ‘passion project’ more of the time?
Contact info:
If you would like to make contact with Sanjiv please make contact with him direct of contact me at sportstories247@gmail.com and I will pass on your details.
@SanjivArora1978
SanjivArora
Cricket without Boundaries: Cricket can make a difference to communities throughout the world. Paul went into the townships of South Africa and difficult communities within the United States to make a difference to society using the vehicle of cricket.
Paul has always been up for a challenge and has always looked to put his cricket experiences and passion to good use! Paul did and continues to want to make a difference.
This is a fascinating insight and something a little different.
It would be great to hear what you think and also let me know what your answers are to the questions posed.
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Coaching Questions based on reflections from the Conversation
1
How could you better use your past experiences to make a positive impact?
2
What personal legacy would you like to leave in relation to your community and what do you need or start doing to accomplish this?
Charlton Athletic Academy Manager – Steve Avory - shares a fabulous insight into his journey through sport as a player, PE teacher coach and senior Academy Leader, as well as some of the challenges and pressures he faces running a successful football academy.
We covered a variety of topics including following your passion, dreams and interest; The fact it takes time to have a real influence on young players and develop talent; Passing his A License and this being a defining moment in his career and the importance of purposefully practising what you do.
To hear from such an experienced and humble practitioner who rose to success through determination and a desire to continually learn and who has identified and developed some great talent was a real privilege – take a listen as there is a little something in this for players and parents, teachers, coaches and leaders.
Steve Avory is one of Charlton’s most important members of staff. What an opportunity to hear him speak!
Here is an overview of Steve’s career and some of the many key achievements…
- From NE Derbyshire ( born in Chesterfield )
- Teacher Training College 1976 – 79
- Schoolteacher in Bexley, Kent and Crawley, Sussex. 1979 – 2000. PE Teacher
- Charlton Athletic Academy, Jan 2001 – present, Assistant Academy Manager, Head of Coaching, Academy Manager ( in 2 spells totalling 9 years )
Notable career achievements / milestones :
- ‘A’ Licence Coach since 1985
- Team Manager England Schools FA Under 15, 1991- 94.
- Assistant Manager / Coach England ‘ C ‘ Team ( Semi Pro ) 2003 – 09 ( we didn’t talk on this one. Never mind )
- Premier League Eamonn Dolan Award 2018. Recognition Award for services to Youth Development.
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Success Quotes or sayings:
The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will. (Vince Lombardi)
I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed. (Michael Jordan)
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend.
Winning!: The path to Rugby World Cup glory by Clive Woodward
Leading by Sir Alex Ferguson
Black Box Thinking: Marginal Gains and the Secrets of High Performance by Matthew Syed
Read a daily newspaper – read from back to front!
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Stay fit and healthy, Exercise, Run. Be well prepared and structured.
Listen to the radio and music in the car to disconnect from work
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
What is your interest, and have you got a passion – this is a starting point!
Who has made a big impact on you?
My Grandfather
PE Techer – Glen Beaumont
Colin Murphey
Dick Bate
Don Howe
Paul Hart
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Michael Jordan
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
Steve believed it was important to have something at the top of his Podium to reach for – What are you reaching for at the top of your podium – What is your passion?
2
Steve mentioned that passing his A license was a defining point in his life. What has been a defining moment for you in your life so far and why?
Contact info:
If you would like to make contact with Steve please make contact with me at sportstories247@gmail.com and I will pass on your details.
A double Olympian talking about dreaming big and starting small, following your heart and doing what you love, how we become what we practice and why not pick up the pen and write your own chapter. These are some of the many brilliant insights, tips and phrases Chris shared in this honest and humble conversation.
Chris also gave an interesting perspective as a business owner offering a sport service to parents as well as being a parent himself.
I learnt loads and so could you – take some time to listen in!
Below is a bit more of a background to Chris…
After competing for Great Britain for nearly 10 years, Chris hung up the trunks and retired from international swimming and began working with businesses/organisations far and wide to help inspire, mentor and coach people to embrace 'challenge and change' for their optimal performance. Chris has built a reputation as a motivational speaker throughout the last 7 years working from referral to referral, sharing his story and the lessons learnt from the journey with over 400,000 people. Throughout this time, Chris designed and delivered an Olympic Inspiration Programme for children to schools across Kent (UK) which reached over 300 schools spanning 6 years.
In 2011 Chris was a lead mentor on a the 'Sky Sports Living for Sport' - inspiration programme across the UK & Ireland. The programme was designed to assist disengaged people from society to get back on track. This role involved training up former Olympians and World Class Athletes to deliver inspirational talks and mentoring/coaching programmes. The role involved working with the most challenging of young people whilst coaching athletes to transition from sport to mentoring.
During the 2012 Olympic Games in London, Chris was selected to mentor and coach the next generation of Olympians on the 'Ambition Programme'. This programme involved taking 350 potential Olympians to experience an Olympic games (London). Chris's role was mentor the athletes to maximise the whole experience and to expand their personal development.
Here and now .... Currently, Chris and his wife Erica, run their own Learn to swim business - 'Swim Buddies' which has seen the business (located in Darlington, UK) grow from 7 swimmers in their first week in September 2014 through to over 900 children swimming with Swim Buddies every week.
Chris's coaching, speaking and mentoring is centred around personal development. Whether it's in the water helping swimmers or on dry land in business and life, Chris believes that success is something you attract from the person you become.
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Success Quotes or sayings:
- Don’t have a job – have a purpose
- Dream big and start small
- If you follow what you love doing then you will never have to do a days work in your life
- The power of ‘yet’
- Can only connect the dots looking backwards – not looking forwards
- You know who is in your camp through moments of turbulence
- Hard work still works
- Take your own control – pick up the pen and write your own chapter
- Life is not linear – it is ok to fail and learn from it
- You go to the blocks alone – you have to execute it
- Brilliant facing your fears because you expand – anything that expands does not fully retract back
- You can’t shrink your way to success
- We become what we practice
- Do what you love doing and bring it alive is the first step towards creating ‘Happy Accidents’
- ‘Yes and’ rather than ‘yes but’
- If you want extraordinary you have to scaffold extraordinary moments
- It is not an information issue it’s an implementation issue – just do it!
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend.
· Awaken The Giant Within: How to Take Immediate Control of Your Mental, Emotional, Physical and Financial Life by Tony Robbins
· Start With Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone To Take Action by Simon Sinek
· 7 Strategies For Wealth And Happiness: Power Ideas from America's Foremost Business Philosopher by Jim Rohn
Technology I use often
Zoom is definite
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Know yourself is key – I create a visual to stay focussed
Reflect over own shoulder and not compare to others
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Care less about what people think of me and go for it. Change opinions through showing others not telling them.
Who has made a big impact on you?
My wife who provides unwavering belief in me/us.
Ian Oliver – Coach who took me to the top
My grandad – gave me perspective. Nothing was too serious!
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Chris Hoy
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What can you do to ensure you have more ‘Happy Accidents’?
2
Who is it that walks alongside you and helps you to not fear anything and be a true version of yourself?
Contact info:
website
www.chriscookgb.com
www.swimbuddies.co.uk
Chriscookgb
Chriscookgb
info@chriscookgb.com
Replication of success, athlete centred coaching, performing under pressure and the development of the Performance Development System (PDS) were some of the many topics covered in this purposeful, passionate, and high paced discussion.
It was also a real insight into Mark Bennett the person as well as the coach developer and hearing how his earlier experiences have influenced and formed the development of the Performance Development System – his passion! A fascinating listen, with how to tips and through provoking ideas for parents, teachers, coaches and leaders!
Here is a brief background to Mark…
Mark Bennett MBE is the creator of Performance Development Systems (PDS) & has spent 3 decades identifying the 'intangibles' that influence behaviours, performance, engagement, learning & change to develop real world strategies that impact & embed the performance of teams & organisations which go beyond the common surface level concepts and theories.
He currently works as a consultant, coach trainer and mentor with various professional and National sport organizations, teams, Universities & corporate companies around the world, as well as schools & community sports to help transform the leadership capabilities of every coach and teacher that he comes in contact with. Put simply, Mark makes people better “influencers”.
Over the last 30 years Mark has worked with over 30 sports at all levels & age groups. This includes grass roots, professional & International teams, national sports organisations & Olympic coaches.
Mark can be reached through his website PDScoach.com where he shares plenty of free resources & explains all his services.
Marks twitter is @PDScoach
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Success Quote or sayings:
- Ask the question – what is it that is making them think that way.
- First seek to understand then be understood
- Sweet spot – balance between research/academic rigour and application: Give it a context!
- Is it transferable when the pressure changes/increases – if so its embedded.
- Who wants change – everyone. Who wants to change not me!
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend.
· The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People: Revised and Updated by Stephen R. Covey
· Man's Search for Ultimate Meaning by Viktor E Frankl
Technology I use often
Chest Cameras for video and feedback
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Find ways to understand yourself – is who you think you are who you are.
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Understand that everyone is different, do not become impatient and appreciate that not everyone will agree with you. It is ok if they don’t get me and it!
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Jose Mourinho
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
How often do you say you will do something and then not do it – How do you become more accountable to yourself and your actions to embed your desired behaviours
2
It is important to appreciate and reward yourself appropriately – so, What have you done recently that you need to celebrate and give yourself a pat on the back for …that you have failed to do so.
Contact info:
PDScoach
website
PDScoach.com
Pushing yourself to your personal extreme; Being aware of your emotions in pressure situations; Security versus happiness and freedom; Being a consultant and the questions to ask yourself; Sport as a foundation for life in a society full of rules; Sport to business messages and the availability and potential saturation of learning (contentious?) are some of the many areas we explored.
Kurt Lindley, Owner of Be More Learning & Development, has clearly given a great deal of thought and based many of his views on real and very personal experiences. There is truly something for everyone within this conversation!
Just to give some background and context to Kurt....
He is South African born, Yorkshire bred, dad of 1, Kurt is a learning and development specialist with over 20 years’ experience in the field of learning and development across performance sport, the corporate sector and education. Kurt has worked within Olympic sport and the UK Sport domain, mentoring elite coaches, developing leaders and supporting coach educators at the likes of British Athletics, British Cycling and British Shooting to name a few, building the skills, confidence, self-awareness and the knowhow of ‘Modern Learning’ to help achieve maximum performance from athletes.
Kurt has a masters in Psychology specialising in ‘Mentor-Mentee relationships in performance sport’ and he uses the latest research in Neuroscience, Sociology and Psychology to unleash the potential in people, through a better understand of the science of learning and how to apply this to everyday learning events.
Kurt is also a TEDx Host and speaker with an interest in wellbeing and the value of community, as well as the Executive Editor/ Captain of the #LearningScientistMag, a free online magazine for all things people development ( CLICK HERE to subscribe)
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Success Quote or sayings:
- Put yourself on the start line and get in the race
- If we change the way we look at things the things we look at change
- Life is a choice – make the choice and know the choice you have taken is yours and you made it.
- Be more!
- You are not going to do this on your own
- If you continue to milk the free pale at some stage it will run out
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend.
· The Art of Being a Brilliant Teenager By Andy Cope
· Touch: The Science of the Sense that Makes Us Human by David J. Linden
· Tools of Titans: The Tactics, Routines, and Habits of Billionaires, Icons, and World-Class Performers By Tim Ferris
Technology I use often
Twitter to engage and connect
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Eat well and sleep well consider life hacks
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Believe in yourself, time your message and consider the language you use
Who has made a big impact on you?
My wife before and after her life/illness
Many others just at the right time…
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Kirs Akabusi
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
When are your peak work times in the year and when and how do your rest and recover – taper period?
2
How do you frame or could you re frame the way you look at things to really help you be the best and most productive version of yourself?
Contact info:
https://mobile.twitter.com/CoachDeveloper
website
https://www.bemorelnd.co.uk/
Blog
https://medium.com/@CoachDeveloper
kurt@bemorelnd.co.uk
Paul Smith was yet again an insightful, challenging and thought-provoking guest touching in the the subject of Mental health and the following connected issues...
Mental Health in Sport and in Cricket; Dealing with identity; Suicide; The value of talking about your issues and challenges; Post traumatic stress: Understanding the mental health trigger points and much much more.
Paul also provides some fantastic strategies for how to work with mental well being including the recommendation to simply TALK MORE!!!
It is great listen!
Below are two organisations that provide Mental health and well being support
Professional Cricketers Association - https://www.thepca.co.uk/
Samaritans - https://www.samaritans.org/
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
Who do you talk to when you are not feeling great?
2
What are the signals you notice in those around you when they may require somebody to talk to as their mental well being is not good?
Contact info:
Should you wish to make contact with Paul then please contact me at sportstories247@gmail.com and I will make the connection.
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How can we get perfection in an imperfect world? Balance between winning and losing; Media scrutiny; The role and impact on family; A thirst for learning; The importance of perspective, the performance/learning environment and the constraints you have to work with are just a few of the many areas we covered in this fascinating conversation.
This is a must listen to podcast for any Rugby fan, people developer, aspiring coach, parent….in fact anybody with a thirst for learning and keen to learn from a very humble, wise and impactful individual.
Kevin Bowring is a former Welsh rugby union player and national coach. Bowring attended Neath Grammar School for Boys. A flanker, he played for London Welsh and captained the team. He also represented the Barbarians and Middlesex County.
He progressed into coaching with Wales Under-20, Under-21 and Wales A before being appointed as the first full-time professional coach of the Wales national rugby union team. He was later employed by the Rugby Football Union as the Head of Elite Coach Development for the RFU. Kevin is now a highly respected coach developer working across several different sporting environments.
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Success Quote or sayings:
- How can we get perfection in an imperfect world?
- Success is: Creating something greater than the sum of the individual parts
- Not everything measured is important: not everything important can be measured
- Share and grow
- Sport has the power to change the world (Mandela)
- We all live lives of quiet desperation (Keith Lyons)
- TLC – Teaching, Learning and Coaching
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend.
Turn The Ship Around!: A True Story of Building Leaders by Breaking the Rules by L. David Marquet
Leadership Is Language: The Hidden Power of What You Say and What You Don't by L. David Marquet
Legacy by James Kerr
World's Best: Coaching with the kookaburras and the hockeyroos by Ric Charlesworth
Staying at the Top by Ric Charlesworth
Proud: My Autobiography by Gareth Thomas
The Second Curve: Thoughts on Reinventing Society by Charles Handy
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
I anchor on!!! I hook on to past positive grounded experiences.
Who has made a big impact on you?
Dai Morris (No8 for Neath RFC and No6 for Wales in the 1960’s and 1970’s)
Johnny Hunter at Borough Road College
John Dawes (Captain ‘71 Lions)
Trevor James (Art teacher and Coach developer at the WRU)
Keith Lyons (Professor of Sport Studies who researched teacher, player coach behaviour and more…)
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Nelson Mandela
Siya Kolisi (SA Rugby Captain)
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What is the purpose of what you are doing?
2
Who are the key people that have influenced your life and why?
Contact info:
Should you wish to make contact with Kevin the please contact me at sportstories247@gmial.com and I will make the connection.
Lancashire Cricket Academy Director to England Women’s Academy Head Coach: The finding of Jimmy Anderson; Talent identification; Developing self belief; Making critical decisions and how Andrew ‘Freddie' Flintoff got his nick name are all covered in this great conversation.
Stanny is a former Lancashire wicket-keeper and coach, and believes the experience and knowledge he gained in the development of the successful Academy at Emirates Old Trafford after becoming its founding director in 2002 is proving invaluable in his role with England women’s Academy.
Stanny it truly an exceptional and experienced developer of cricket talent. He said about his time at Lancashire
“It was a case of getting systems in place so we could identify talent and then find the best ways of allowing that talent to develop, to the point where the players were ready to contribute for Lancashire and hopefully then go on to play international cricket,”
Stanny has regularly been namechecked by players from Andrew Flintoff to Haseeb Hameed as a key figure in their development.
This is such an insightful and honest account of his journey and how he navigated the challenges and opportunities he faced both in cricket and life.
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Success Quote or sayings:
- The importance and value of making people feel good about themselves
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend.
Start With Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone To Take Action by Simon Sinek
Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking by Malcolm Gladwell
One Goal by Bill Beswick
Technology I use often
My Ipad
The Game is the teacher so moved away from too much analysis
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Keeping physically active (especially recently during health issues)
Do my homework so am knowledgeable and prepared
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Don’t bull shit yourself! Don’t kid yourself!
Who has made a big impact on you?
Bob Blair (Former New Zealand Cricketer)
Bill Beswick
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Mohammed Ali
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
When and how does your self-doubt get in your way?
2
What is your measure of success?
Contact info:
Contact sportstories247@gmail.com if you would like to make contact with John
Navigate the Football Academy System: The learning from an aspiring pro player through to a coach and now Academy Manager; Drive, determination and building trust; Overcoming setbacks; Leading your previous peers; Building an academy culture and what does ABC+WR, IDOCARE and CARE all mean. A conversation full of great take-aways!
In his very humble and articulate way Arran shares the ups and downs of his career and makes a solid reference to the positive impact of the late Eamonn Dolan had on his career. This is a great insight for any aspiring footballers and sport parents in to what it takes to navigate the Academy football system.
It is not often you also get an insight into the workings of a football academy and the key principles and foundations of what make it tick. Arran is really open and shares some really usable information.
Once again, this sport story gives you plenty to reflect on that could help you continue on the journey to being the best version of yourself. Enjoy!
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Success Quote or sayings:
- The harder I work the luckier I get
- Player wont care what you know until they know that you care
- Everyone in the boat moving in the same direction
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend.
The New One Minute Manager (The One Minute Manager) by Kenneth Blanchard
Good To Great Hardcover by Jim Collins
How to Talk to Anyone: 92 Little Tricks For Big Success In Relationships by Leil Lowndes
Technology I use often
Adobe fill and sign
Scan app on my mobile
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Exercise and running in particularly
Support from a Mentor
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Back yourself a bit more
Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there
Worry less and back myself more
Who has made a big impact on you?
Parents
Eamonn Dolan (Best coach I have ever worked with)
Richard Hodgson (football advisor)
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Ronaldo
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
How do YOU show that you care so people care what you know?
2
If the harder you work the luckier you get then - how hard do you work and what do you need to do to get luckier?
Contact info:
Club Twitter
@OfficialECFC
website
https://www.exetercityfc.co.uk/teams/academy/
Personal twitter
Arran Pugh
PE Teacher to President of the RFU: This is an amazing and insightful conversation that includes stories of Norman Hunter, Bill Shankly and some modern-day Rugby Union icons including Eddie Jones and Maro Itoje.
Bob has a wealth of experience from many aspects of sport. His desire to help others and to make a difference makes this a must listen to podcast. You will definitely take something from it!
Bob is the Founder/Director of the charity, the Foundation for Leadership through Sport (FLS) whose aim is to develop understanding of and capability in leadership in, of and through sport.
Bob began as a teacher of physical education and ended as Director of Sport, Exercise and Health at the University of Bristol, a post he held for many years. He introduced the first Masters course in the United Kingdom in Exercise and Health Sciences. He also ran a teacher training course for graduate students..
Bob established a pioneering high performance programme, enabling students with academic and sporting talent to fulfil their potential in both. Many went on to achievie the highest International success while still obtaining good honours degrees from one of the world’s leading academic institutions.
Bob was an early influence in the National Coaching Foundation (now Sports Coach UK) and at that time focused on psychological aspects of sporting performance and sports coaching. He was the only person to be a staff coach of the RFU and the MCC. He coached the University Rugby Club for over 25 years, also having periods coaching Bristol Rugby Club and the England Students XV.
He represented the Student game on the RFU full committee, where he was commissioned to produce the first report on the development of the elite game in England. Having been a member of several of the leading committees on the RFU, he became the President of the Union in 2013/14.
He has been awarded two Honorary doctorates for services to sport and higher education.
Bob now focuses on his work with FLS, organising workshops and conferences, in association with leaders from sport, business and the military. Of particular interest are the creation of organisational culture for sustained success and coaching sport to develop leaders. Bob continues to mentor and advise a number of sportsmen and women as well as speaking to students in schools and higher education, and acting as a coaching consultant.
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Success Quote or sayings:
- Do things you really enjoy
- The Best talent doesn’t always have the most success
- Show them you are interested in them as people
- All disappointments should lead to learning
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
Consiglieri: Leading from the Shadows by Richard Hytner Turn The Ship Around!: A True Story of Building Leaders by Breaking the Rules by L. David Marquet
Good To Great Hardcover by Jim Collins
How the mighty fall by Jim Collins
Leading by Sir Alex Ferguson
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
Half hour every day routine of exercises to keep in good condition
Do things that I enjoy
If I won the lottery I would spend my money…
Continue to support schools and individuals in Kenya – like I already do.
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Do the best you can, do what you enjoy and find a way to help other people.
Who has made a big impact on you?
My PE Teachers at school who fostered my love for team games.
My Uncle Frank - who was my reason for attending Loughborough University
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Tom Mitchell – Rugby 7’s
Eboni Usoro-Brown - England Netball
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
How could you turn what is proving difficult at the moment to your advantage?
2
What small life event has made the biggest impact on your life or career to date and how?
Contact info:
bob.reeves@flsport.net
website
https://www.flsport.net/
Bob Reeves
Paul shares his personal views on the current crop of England Bowlers and his experiences playing with the likes of Bob Willis, Brian Lara, Gladstone Small and Alan Donald. For any aspiring fast bowler or if you just have an interest in cricket then this is definitely worth a listen.
There is also great insight into the brilliance of the late Bob Woolmer and how his messaging as a coach was simple and consistent yet he would never say the same thing twice.
This is the third of five conversations. So, to hear more insights and views from Paul, please look out for future conversations over the coming months. I am confident they will be great!!
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Show Notes:
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What role do you play in the 'teams' (sport, family, or work) you are involved in?
2
How could you change your view or role within these 'teams' to be even more effective?
Contact info:
Paul Smith
Paul Smith
@PaulSmithAuthor
Are you interested in the ups and downs of being an aspiring professional footballer and what it is like being a lead coach and integral part of one of the most interesting and exciting clubs (and projects) in the football league – Salford City? If so, you are in the right place…
In 2017, Lewis joined Salford City Academy and his role was to bring the experience he gained at Burnley (a Premiership Academy) and work for the Class of 92 owners to develop a new Football Academy with Jamie Russell.
He openly shares his experiences as an aspiring professional footballer, the highs and lows and how he has become the coach and person he is today. This is a fantastic and ‘real honest’ insight for all parents, young players, and aspiring coaches.
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Success Quote or saying:
- Cling onto the correct (good!) people…
- Manage your own personal development
- Know myself better
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are? (Please click to purchase)
The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do, and How to Change By Charles Duhigg Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game by Michael Lewis
It's Not About The Bike: My Journey Back to Life by Lance Armstrong
When Nothing Else Matters: Michael Jordan's Last Comeback by Simon & Schuster UK
Technology that really helps me…
Hudl
The Excel spreadsheet
How do I prepare to be the best version of myself…
The more I run the better I feel
Be the best prepared I can be
If I won the lottery I would spend my money…
Something with my family
Invest in property
Build on the business idea helping coaches
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Cling on to good people, manage your own personal development and travel and network
Who has made a big impact on you?
Jerry Harrison (Great friend with great soft skills)
Martin Diggle (FA tutor)
Jamie Russell (My current boss at Salford City and gave me an opportunity)
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
· Michael Phelps
· Chris Hoy
· Tiger Woods
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
Who are the 3 people you spend the most time with and what impact do they have on you – positively and or negatively?
2
What is your next short-term goal and how clear is it to allow you the best opportunity to be successful in achieving it?
Contact info:
lewiscraig11@gmail.com
lewiscraig11
An amazing and rich conversation with world champion Thai Boxer Rachael Mackenzie. Eating disorders and anorexia, stereotypes around women, self-belief, the importance of mindset and performance behaviours and so much more is covered. There is truly a takeaway for everyone who is looking to become the best version of themselves and overcome some barriers and limiting belief.
Rachael is a World Thai-Boxing champion, neuro physiotherapist, sporting ambassador and mother of twins.
She started Thai-Boxing in 2000 whilst at University. In 2006, she topped the Women’s Thai-boxing world rankings in 2 weight categories (50kg and 52kg). Rachael has also taken 2 British titles – both by knockout – and a European title.
She later became the first European Woman to compete in traditional bare-knuckle Thai-Boxing in Thailand and the first woman to fight under Full Muay-Thai Rules in the UK. Throughout her career she has had to overcome prejudice from people who do not believe women should compete in contact sports.
Following a knee injury, Rachael made the switch from Thai-boxing to Boxing, taking silver at the National Championships in her first season.
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Show Notes:
Success Quote or sayings:
Mindset is everything
Control the controllables – especially the small things
Your conversation with yourself determines your outcome
May my deeds outrun my words
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
The Miracle Morning: The 6 Habits That Will Transform Your Life Before 8AM by Hal Elrod The Daily Stoic Journal: 366 Days of Writing and Reflection on the Art of Living by Ryan Holiday The 4-Hour Work Week: Escape the 9-5 Live Anywhere and Join the New Rich by Timothy Ferriss The Body Keeps the Score: Mind, Brain and Body in the Transformation of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk What is the most useful and or valuable Technology you use (apps, equipment etc…)?
Apple Watch as it measures heart rate variability through the night
My fitness pal great for nutrition
How do you relax and re energise yourself to enable you to perform at your best?
Great sleep is number one!! Getting in to the habit of your routine giving you restful sleep
If you won the lottery…
Invest in youth charity
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
It is alright to fail… and be brave enough to try…!
Who has made a big impact on you?
My great Uncle Bernard (He was a wrestler and really forward thinking)
Mr Gilcrast – Primary PE Teacher
My Thai Boxing Coach
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
Steve Brown (Currently on Country File!!)
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What are you running away from and how could you use this positively?
2
How are you stepping into your day to day life and what can you control?
Contact info:
@rachfmackenzie
Rachael Jones Mackenzie
Rachael Mackenzie
Website
www.workathlete.com
I had the great pleasure of speaking with Nathan Wood who is currently playing his part in developing the next England cricketers and coaches.
He has shared his amazing, honest, and rounded view of being a professional player, then coach and now coach developer and parent himself. This is a priceless insight for all parents, coaches and developers of others and especially those grappling with high aspirations for themselves and or their family, or who are coaching their own children.
Nathan’s measured and very thoughtful approach and account of his Sport Story is a clear demonstration of the self-exploration he has done and continues to do in both his personal and professional life.
I am sure that the individuals on the Specialist and International Coaching programmes at the ECB will definitely value the breadth of his experiences, his depth of insight and understanding and his relaxed yet purposeful approach.
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Show Notes:
Success Quote or saying:
‘Look to add value and not interference’
‘I am not my work and I am not my past’
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
Golf is Not a Game of Perfect by Dr. Bob Rotella The Element: How Finding Your Passion Changes Everything by Sir Ken Robinson Ego is the Enemy: The Fight to Master Our Greatest Opponent By Ryan Holiday Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers by Robert M. Sapolsky What is the most useful and or valuable Technology you use (apps, equipment etc…)?
My mobile phone and a brilliant star gazing app called STAR WALK
How do you relax and re energise yourself to enable you to perform at your best?
Relax walking the dog and connecting to the here and now
If you won the lottery…
Support Dementia based charities due to close personal experiences
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Experience the external world more (as opposed to what’s going on in my head) and just enjoy the game of cricket. It is just a game!
Who has made a big impact on you?
· Dav Whatmore (Cricket Coach)
· Gordon Lord (a previous guest on the Sport Stories Podcast – Episode #1)
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
· Mohammed Ali
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What is the first question you ask your children or grand children after they have played sport?
2
What could you do more of or differently to positively impact on the sporting experience of those around you??
Contact info:
NathanTheoWood
NathanWoodConsulting
nathan-wood-coaching
nathan@nathanwood.consulting
Website
https://nathanwood.consulting
Listen to a Double Olympian who started competing late in her career, has not always worked in sport and now holds several influential positions within sport. Sara shares a real insight into the brutal nature of her sport and even describes it as a game of ‘poker’. Knowing yourself, chronic fatigue, transitioning jobs, taking opportunities, positivity, transferable skills and team dynamics are just a few of the many areas we touched on.
Sara became Performance Director at England Netball five years ago & recently led the England Roses to a historic gold medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games. Other career junctures include a six year stint as Performance Director at Archery GB, three years at UK Sport as a Performance Advisor, two years as a Business Manager in the City & three years as a police officer working in Nottingham inner city. Presently she is Vice Chair of the UK Sport Performance Director Strategic Group (PDSG) & a Non Exec Director (NED) on the British Amateur Boxing Association (BABA) & SkateBoarding GB Boards. Her education includes a B.Sc in Sports Science & Social Science & a M.Sc in Sport Science (physiology bias).
Most notable sporting achievements include representing GBR at both triathlon & cycling – the latter involved two Olympic Games & two Commonwealth Games in road cycling, & multiple world championships (road & track). Sara was the first female to podium at World Cup level for GBR in 1998 & continues to challenge herself outside work (when time allows!) in endurance based sports ranging from half ironman’s to adventure races & individualised coaching.
Other interests include developing herself as a mentor/executive coach with an ambition longer term to formalise her passion for developing people’. She currently works with coaches within the Premier League, ECB & UK Sport World Class program
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Show Notes:
Success Quote or saying:
‘Can do….!’
‘Get the basics right’
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
Time to Think: Listen to Ignite the Human Mind by Nancy Kline Sevens Heaven: The Beautiful Chaos of Fiji’s Olympic Dream: WINNER OF THE TELEGRAPH SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2019 Better: A Surgeon's Notes on Performance By Atul Gawande
Redemption: From Iron Bars to Ironman by John McAvoy What is the most useful and or valuable Technology you use (apps, equipment etc…)?
Embraced teams and zoom and value my phone as it has everything in one place
How do you relax and re energise yourself to enable you to perform at your best?
Prepare!!! Also, self-talk (I can, I will, I do) to self-assure and breathing technique
If you won the lottery…
Pay off the mortgage, donate to charity and continue to work
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Keep up your education and get as much work experience as you possibly can
Who has made a big impact on you?
· Nick Lee - My early school PE Teacher
· Mick Thorneywell (An inspector I worked with in the police)
· John Herrity (Cycling Team Manger)
· Peter Keen (Coached me !)
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
· Serena Williams
· Lance Armstrong
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What self-talk do you have that does not help you and what can you change it to so that it becomes more helpful and effective?
2
What opportunities are you not taking and why?
Contact info:
@ssymington
sarasymington
sara symington
Developing performance habits: Enjoying the journey; The richness of life through sport; Unpacking the puzzle of performance; Dealing with the unexpected death of her husband; Managing through change and bereavement; Transitioning out of sport; The importance of the team around you; Building back high performing transferable skills and so, so much more…
I particularly like the following quote Rowena shared which I think is really relevant in the changing and uncertain world we are in.
”Never compare your beginning to someone else’s middle or end”
Rowena represented Great Britain in the 1996 Olympics, and is a former European Judo Champion and National Coach. She then went to on to coaching the coaches, working with a wide variety of performance sports coaches.
The lessons learnt through high performance sport have served her well, providing her with a framework to lean on when life throws one of those curved balls. She also continues to enjoy practising a bit of judo in the local club.
On reaching her 50th year, Rowena chose a change of direction, retraining as a financial adviser. In this role she coaches individuals and businesses on their financial fitness. As part of their team, she brings financial planning expertise to the table, advising on financial resilience, efficiency and performance to align with and help achieve their wider goals.
Rowena’s motto is “Be serious with a Smile”, that is be serious about what you do, but never forget to have fun along the way.
Success Quote or saying:
“Be serious with a Smile”
”Never compare your beginning to someone else’s middle or end”
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
Riders by Gilly Cooper (very relaxing!!!) Mindfulness Guide for the frazzled by Ruby Wax Becoming: A guided journal for finding your voice by Michelle Obama What is the most useful and or valuable Technology you use (apps, equipment etc…)?
Zoom, as being connected and continuing to train with friends is really important
How do you relax and re energise yourself to enable you to perform at your best?
Do less rather than more, trust what I know and look after the basics. (Rest, food, Exercise and contact with friends)
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
Enjoy the journey!
Who has made a big impact on you?
· My husband Ryan (Got on with no Procrastination)
· Steve Pullan (My coach who coached the person)
· My Mother
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
· Jessica Ennis Hill
Coaching questions I would like to pose:
1
What small steps do you need to put in place to begin forming new positive habits?
2
How are you going about solving the [work or life] ‘puzzles’ you are faced with and how could you become more effective?
Contact info:
Website
https://www.prestfieldwm.co.uk
rowena.birch@sjpp.co.uk
linkedin.com/in/rowenabirch
Mental Health in sport and society; The impact of bullying; Behaviour Patterns; Learning to learn; Fear of failure; Overcoming adversity; The gender and ethnicity imbalance in sport and so much more is covered in this amazing conversation with Manisha.
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"If the flower doesn't bloom then you change the environment in which it grows"
Without giving too much away see below for a little more about our special guest.
Manisha Tailor MBE is a former Deputy Headteacher, having worked in primary education for 19 years. She qualified as a Headteacher in 2011, but shortly after this embarked upon a career change due to personal circumstance. This led her to the next chapter in her life, setting up her company, Swaggarlicious Ltd and building a career in football, stemed from her childhood passion.
Manisha became a young carer 22 years ago, along with her family caring for her twin brother who suffered a mental breakdown as a result of bullying and trauma. This inspired her to develop work around mental health for adults and children, publishing a teaching resource titled, Child in Mind, that promotes open dialogue around mental health through pictures, poems and stories. Manisha recognises the important role sport can play as a vehicle for positive mental health, developing relationships and both physical and emotional literacy.
Alongside this, she works fulltime at QPR's academy as Lead Foundation Phase Coach, overseeing the U9-U11 age groups in addition to coaching in the Youth Development Phase.
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Show Notes:
Success Quote or saying:
"If the flower doesn't bloom then you change the environment in which it grows" Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are? (Click to purchase)
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dwek Soccer Tough: Books I & II Paperback by Dan Abrahams The Gold Mine Effect: Crack the Secrets of High Performance by Rasmus Ankersen What is the most useful and or valuable Technology you use (apps, equipment etc…)? My laptop and tablet. I show clips to players using Hudl
How do you relax and re energise yourself to enable you to perform at your best? Go to the gym to get ‘me time’. Reading anything to do with learning before I go to bed
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself? Have the humility to know where you are in order to get to where want to be
Who has made a big impact on you? • Chris Ramsey (QPR) • Alex Welsh • Matthew Joseph (FA) • Pete Augustine (Coach Developer)
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing? • Hope Powell • Kate Howey
Coaching questions I would like to pose: 1 What adverse experiences have you had that you can recall the positive learning you gained? 2 What do you need to put in place to ensure you develop and maintain a positive mental health?
Contact details: Website http://swaggarlicious.com/ LinkedIn Linkedin.com/in/manisha-tailor-mbe-37151a35 Twitter @Swaggarlicious_ Email info@swaggarlicious.com
Developing of young footballers and cricketers; Changing the football rules – breaking the norm; Definitions of madness; Being customer centred; The opportunity created by the challenges we are now facing; The realignment of the sport system and the one sport body; What is success; Passing on players as a coach; Level 5 leadership and the influence of Baroness Sue Campbell and the late Pat Duffy are just some of the many areas we talked through during the conversation.
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Pete has started his professional working career in Banking and navigated through working for two large and influential National Governing bodies. His is now building the governing body of British American Football from scratch.
This is an insightful dive into Pete’s story where he shares some of the highs and lows of his career, and also touches on some of the challenges and opportunities sport faces in the current climate.
One of the mantras Pete has played to all his career is to ‘surround yourself with great talented people’. We could all learn a thing or two from how he approached this and the value it has brought him.
You can make contact with Pete through his twitter feed - @Ackers1961
I am confident that you will both enjoy what he has to say but as importantly you will take something from it. Pete also shares a few great book recommendations!
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Show Notes:
Success Quote or saying:
“If you always do what you have always done you will always get what you have always got”
“Surround yourself with great talented people”
Quick fire questions:
The books that you would recommend are?
(Click on the title to purchase the book)
- Turn the Ship Around by David Marquet
- A Passion for Excellence: The Leadership Difference by Tom Peters
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Steve Covey
- Good To Great by Jim Collins
- Black Box Thinking: Marginal Gains and the Secrets of High Performance by Matthew Syed
What is the most useful and or valuable Technology you use (apps, equipment etc…)?
- My Apple equipment - particularly my phone
How do you relax and re energise yourself to enable you to perform at your best?
- Physical Exercise and looking out over the hills
If you won the lottery how would you spend your winnings?
- Set up a Foundation for sport – give back even more to communities
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of yourself?
- Have a purpose, gain clarity in what you want to do and follow it!
Who has made a big impact on you?
- · Alan Davis
- · Chris Brindley
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
- · George Best
Questions I'd like to pose based on reflection from the conversation:
1
What is your framework for success?
2
Who are your key partners and support that would enable you to progress?
Contact details:
To find out more about what they do and who they do it then make contact via the following:
Website
https://www.britishamericanfootball.org/
linkedin.com/in/pete-ackerley-9b521017
@Ackers1961
Preparing for competition; the highs and lows; getting your mindset right; being curious; failing in order to work out how to win; importance of a clear purpose and outcome; showing you care; the need for character or characters and playing alongside Gladstone Small, Brian Lara and Dermot Reeve are all touched on within this fantastic conversation.
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As always Paul is open, honest and insightful in what he shares. His desire to now help others is noticeable in what he shares and how he shares it.
Paul mentioned a phrase he likes very much.."It's what is within NOT the packaging"
This conversation most definitely gives you an insight into what is within Paul. He highlights what he has learned about himself along the way, why he did what he did, what is now important to him and articulates some of his key thoughts and feelings.
This is the second of five conversations. So, to find out more of what is within Paul, please look out for the follow on conversations over the coming months. There are many gems and he will make you think about your self and cricket!
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Show Notes:
Quote:
'It's what is within NOT the packaging'
Recommended Book:
Wasted by Paul Smith
Winning without losing; Enjoying sport; From riding a bike to international Table Tennis Player; Competing with the Best in the world; Transitioning from being an Athlete; Bouncing back from illness; Coaching your own child to high performance standards; Parental influence on sport performance and talent development; Appreciating the performance Journey; Building a sports business; Business Athlete principles; Importance of financial security, and so much more!----more----
Such a wide ranging and informative conversation with Colin Wilson. Colin would like nothing more than to help others and is very open in what he shares. There are not many people in sport that have had the breadth and depth of experiences that he has.
Colin is a deeply experienced and skilled developer of senior leaders, coaches and athletes – and their systems. Originally a table tennis player with over 100 England Junior caps, a European Youth Bronze medal and two senior Commonwealth Silver medals, Colin then coached England teams at Women’s Men’s, Girls and Boys level. He moved seamlessly into corporate management consultancy and has provided culture change in global IT, banking and FMCG. In sport he has been working with athletes and their coaches to Olympic level since 1999, working with National Junior and Senior Coaches in over 20 Olympic and non-Olympic sports. Colin now acts in business as a qualified Supervisor of executive coaches, mentors, and organisation consultants with a particular interest in psycho-traumatology. He still coaches table tennis, taking players from beginner to international level. Recently an interim CEO in the adult social care sector, he teaches mentoring for the British Equestrian Federation and mentors for the football Premier League. His technical background is in economics and statistics.
I am confident that you will both enjoy what he has to say but as importantly you will take something from it. Some inspiration, some motivation as to how to win without losing or just the recommendation of a great book!
Enjoy…and please don’t forget to like, share, comment and on the podcast. We are keen to know what you want and like so we can provide more of it.
It doesn’t cost anything to subscribe and will ensure you don’t miss out on hearing the fantastic insights our future guests will provide on the SPORT STORIES PODCAST. Who knows - you might stumble upon the thing that positively changes your life forever!!
Show Notes:
Success Quote or saying:
“Winning without Losing!
Books that you would recommend
Leadership Team Coaching by Peter Hawkins and Nick Smith Power of Full Engagement by James Loehr Winners and other losers in War and Peace by Arnold Arnold How to multiply your babies intelligence by Glenn Doman Most useful and or valuable Technology you use (apps, equipment etc…)
- Zoom
- Flip Chart (Low Tech)
How do you relax and re energise yourself to enable you to perform at your best?
- Values connect – remove myself and take some quiet time
If you won the lottery how would you spend your winnings?
- Pay off debt and mortgage
- Put money away for 2 years and take time to think how to create good
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of Yourself?
- Get advice 5 years earlier and get into the adult learning principles as early as possible – in a simple way
People that have impacted on me.
- Peter Hirst
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
- Roger Federer
- Dave Collins (Sport Psychologist)
The coaching questions I would like to pose based on reflections from the Conversation
Contact details:
1
What do you believe to be true that may not be helping you?
2
Who could you ask to help challenge some of these beliefs and assumptions?
To find out more about what Colin does and why then make contact via the following:
Website
http://www.corbysmashttc.co.uk/ http://www.businessathlete.co.uk/
colin.wilson@businessathlete.co.uk
Colinwilson62
@ColinWilson62 @busathlete
colin.wilson.374
Being a female coach in a predominantly male environment; being brave; facing adversity; developing players and their traditional values; the important role of parents; and asking the powerful question are all covered in this open, relaxed and insightful conversation with Natalie. There is something here for everyone!!!
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Natalie started coaching when young and has worked hard, faced elements of adversity and challenge, learnt from every opportunity and has had some amazing experiences. Her approach to her own development has led her to become an integral member of Category 1 Academy coaching team, she has been recognised by the Premier League and also has a role as the England Woman’s U16 assistant coach. For a relatively young coach her CV is really impressive. It reads as follows:
Currently Lead Phase U13/U14 Coach @ NUFC Academy & England Women’s U16 Assistant Technical Coach. As it stands, the only YDP Lead female coach within a Men's Premier League Academy. UEFA A Licence & Advanced Youth Award as well as BA (Hons) in Sports Development & Coaching & the Premier Leagues ECAS Coaching Degree. Aspirations to be a Head Coach @ Senior Level in either the Male or Female game.
Natalie is warm, articulate and ambitious. She is a walking example of ‘you can achieve anything if you put your mind to it’ and gives some invaluable tips and advice based on her experience and knowledge.
I am biased, but this is a must listen to Podcast. It offers hope and inspiration to all those interested in making the most of what they do and who they are.
I am confident that you will both enjoy what she has to say but as importantly you will take something from it. Some inspiration, some motivation or just the recommendation of a great book!
Enjoy…and please don’t forget to like, share, comment and on the podcast. We are keen to know what you want and like so we can provide more of it.
Also, SUBSCRIBE NOW (it doesn’t cost anything!!!) so you never miss any of the inspirational stories and insights from the SPORT STORIES PODCAST. You might stumble upon the thing that positively changes your life forever!!
Show Notes:
Success Quote or saying: (Max 2)
“There is always somebody out there working harder than you”
“If you always do what you have always done, you will always get what you have always got”
Quick fire questions:
Books that you would recommend?
- Mindset by Carol Dwek
- Brave New World: Inside Pochettino's Spurs by Mauricio Pochettino
- Strong Woman: The Truth About Getting to the Top by Karen Brady
- Feel the fear and do it anyway by Susan Jeffers
Most useful and or valuable Technology you use (apps, equipment etc…)?
- My Mac Book (anything Apple)
- Head Space Meditation App
- Academy Soccer Coach
How do you relax and re energise yourself to enable you to perform at your best?
- Exercise
- Meditation (I am now a believer)
In one sentence – What advice would you give to your teenage version of YOURSELF considering a career in sport…?
“Believe in yourself, never stop learning – ever, and don’t let anybody tell you, that you can’t do anything”
3 people that have Impacted on me. (amongst many…)
- Parents
- Coaches I have worked with
- Myself – I’ve got to steer myself!
Whos’ Sport Story would you be really interested in hearing?
- John McDermott – Academy Manger at Tottenham
- Beyonce (Not sport but the ‘Queen’)
How to make contact with you:
Natalie Henderson
Nhenderson20
Nhenderson20
Coaching Questions based on reflections from the Conversation
- What is the big question you need to ask yourself and others that may help you progress?
- What are you fearful of, and what is stopping you from being ‘brave’ in your career and life?
‘Football is the vehicle; lighting my fire; how to build credibility; the importance of connection and having a purpose’
From the school team through to Head of Coaching at Preston North End, Matt shares his story about how he has navigated the ‘ladder of football’ and how football has played a huge part of his life.
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He brings some perspective and reality to the world he works within and how he progressed and built credibility along the way as he didn’t have a professional playing background.
He shares his honest feelings and observations as well and many nuggets of information for players, coaches, parents and people aspiring for a career in sport.
Matt worked with a philosophy of ‘Lighting fires within himself as well as others’ and always saying yes.
Why not say 'yes' and take the time to listen – It may light a fire within you!
I am confident that you will both enjoy what he has to say but as importantly you will take something from it. Some inspiration, some motivation or just the recommendation of a great book!
Enjoy…and please don’t forget to like, share, comment on the podcast. We are keen to know what you want and like, so we can provide more of it.
Also, SUBSCRIBE NOW so you never miss any of the inspirational stories and insights from the SPORT STORIES PODCAST.
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Show Notes:
Success Quote or saying:
Education is about ‘Lighting a fire not filling a well’
Say YES to everything
Books Matt would recommend:
- Positive Psychology The Art of Being Brilliant - Andy Cope and Andy Whittaker
- Tipping Point – Malcolm Gladwell
- How to Think Like Sir Alex Ferguson by Damian Hughes
- Two Lengths of the Pool by Simon Hartley
Most useful and or valuable Technology you use:
- Hudl
Charity Matt would most likely support:
- Diabetes UK
- Cancer Research
- Mental Health Charities such as Sport in Mind
What advice would you give to your teenage version of YOURSELF?
Get rid of the Mullett (haha!)
Seriously….Say YES to everything, do it and do more!
3 people that have Impacted on me:
- Derek Spence
- Justine Bromley (now works for Sport England)
- Michael Jolley (Football Manger)
The Questions that I would pose:
- How do you help those around you to understand how they learn?
- What have been your most powerful life experiences to date and how can they best serve you now?
Make contact with Matt:
Twitter - @MattyCraddock1
“A mercurial all-rounder”, “Far from a conventional” and “speaks with refreshing honesty” are all terms that have described our next guest – Paul Smith retired Warwickshire all-rounder who has lived life to the full.
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Over the coming months we will really get to know Paul by understanding his early career and some of his highs and lows. He will openly share his views on fast bowling and what he thinks about the current mental health and well-being challenges we face in sport. Lastly it would be amiss not to talk about and appreciate the fantastic work that Paul has done in using cricket as a vehicle for positive development around the world.
This episode is the first of a series of five we will be releasing over the coming months.
You can be assured Paul wont hold back and as always will be very open to sharing his views!
Whether you are a cricket person or not, this series will offer some fantastic insights into the world of a professional cricket - Paul Smith - who knew and worked with the likes of Bob Woolmer and Bob Willis. Paul's’ stories and approach will entertain you as well as make you think. We hope you enjoy and return for the next episode in the series.
So, please listen in. I am confident that you will both enjoy what he has to say but as importantly you will take something from it.
Enjoy…and please don’t forget to like, share, comment and on the podcast. We are keen to know what you want and like so we can provide more of it.
Also, SUBSCRIBE NOW so you never miss any of the inspirational stories and insights from the SPORT STORIES PODCAST and the future shows in this short series.
Suffering the yips, lacking in self-belief, exploring the ‘inner game’, working across sports, and ‘seeing people for who and what they could be rather than as they are’!
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Gordon Lord - known to many as Lordy - is an internationally respected developer of people covers all these areas and more.
He started his career as a professional Cricketer. He built his reputation and knowledgebase whilst working for the England and Wales Cricket board developing coaches across the entire pathway. He is an exceptional people developer and has more recently worked in a variety of sports including Rugby Union, Tennis and Football. He now also uses his transferable skills and coaching insight and expertise in many business sectors.
He is a humble, engaging and inspiring individual that shares many stories and pearls of wisdom throughout the podcast. His thirst for learning and development is clear to see and he shares the learnings and those he has learnt from within this insightful and engaging discussion.
Lordy would want nothing more than to help inspire an individual to become the best person they can be. So, take some time for you and give this a listen!
I am confident that you will both enjoy what he has to say but as importantly you will take something from it. Some inspiration, some motivation or just the recommendation of a great book!
Enjoy…and please don’t forget to like, share and comment on the podcast. We are keen to know what you want and like so we can provide more of it.
Please, SUBSCRIBE NOW so you never miss any of the inspirational stories and insights from the SPORT STORIES PODCAST.
The Show Summary...
Success Quote:
Performance + Potential - Interference (P=p-i) By Tim Gallway (from the Inner Game series of books)
Be yourself with more skill by Goffee and Jones
Some great books you might like to buy:
I’m OK you’re OK – Thomas Harris
Inner Game of Tennis – Tim Gallway
Why should anyone be led by you – Goffee and Jones
Relentless –Sam Mitchell
3 people who inspired Gordon
- Chris Grant
- Wendy Palmer
- Pat Jennings
Contact Gordon:
www.getcoaching.net
Introduction to the Sport Stories Podcast Launch on Monday 6th April 2020.
Our special guest on the show will be Gordon Lord - Internationally recognised Developer of People.
Welcome to the Sport Stories Podcast!
I am Dave Levine - the show host!
I just wanted to give you a brief intro and background to the shows, why I am doing them and what you may get. I have some big plans for the future and will endeavour to release a show every week - and occasionally there will be some bonus shows!!!
I sincerely hope that you enjoy them and please make contact and give me some feedback on how I could give you more of what you want and need. I have 25+ years experience in working in People Development and Sport but am new to Podcasting. So, please #bekind, tune in, be part of this 'Sport Story' and help me learn and improve along the way.
Dave