Leader Manager Coach Podcast

Rob discusses the autobiography of former football player Roy Keane. Keane, known for his playing career at Manchester United, is described as a leader both on and off the field. Rob highlights Keane's intolerance for mediocrity and his drive for excellence. The episode explores Keane's experiences and lessons, including the importance of not compromising on principles, the need to be ruthless in elite sports, and the value of going all in. KEY TAKEAWAYSDon't compromise: Roy Keane believed in standing by his principles and not compromising on them. This determination and steadfastness can be applied to various aspects of life.Reject mediocrity: Keane despised mediocrity and saw it as a failure. Striving for excellence and pushing oneself to achieve greatness is essential for success.Be ruthless: In elite professional sports, Keane emphasized the need to be ruthless. This can be translated into being decisive, assertive, and not hesitating to seize opportunities.Go all in: Keane believed in giving everything i

Rob shares his insights on various aspects of learning and personal growth, beginning by discussing the importance of facing fears and making decisions that can lead to personal evolution and achieving one's goals, using the example of Muhammad Ali overcoming his fear of flying. Rob also emphasises the need to focus on self-improvement rather than comparing oneself to others, highlighting the importance of measuring progress against one's own past achievements. KEY TAKEAWAYSYour infinite potential lies on the other side of a decision: Making decisions, even small ones, that make you scared can lead to personal growth and progress towards your goals.Focus on comparing yourself to your past self: Instead of comparing yourself to others, focus on your own progress and improvement. Compare yourself to who you were yesterday and strive to make small, incremental changes.Let go of criticism and complaints: Instead of getting caught up in criticizing and complaining about others, focus on what you can control and mo

Rob interviews Catherine Llewellyn, a master humanistic psychologist and podcaster. Catherine shares her unique upbringing, growing up in a family that defied societal norms and encouraged free thinking. She discusses her journey from working in the computer industry to discovering her passion for human potential and personal growth. Catherine also delves into the principles of humanistic psychology, emphasising the importance of starting from the present and fostering a cooperative relationship with clients. KEY TAKEAWAYSCatherine's upbringing in a unique and unconventional family environment shaped her perspective on human potential and personal growth from an early age.Catherine's journey towards her current work in humanistic psychology and personal transformation was not a linear path, but rather a series of intuitive decisions and experiences that led her to where she is today.Humanistic psychology, as practiced by Catherine, focuses on starting from the present and empowering individuals to discover th

Rob delves into the philosophy and insights of Marcelo Bielsa, a renowned Argentinian football coach. Drawing inspiration from an article titled "The Ten Commandments of the Football Professor, Marcelo Bielsa," Rob explores Bielsa's unique approach to talent development and the future evolution of the game. KEY TAKEAWAYSThe development of young players in football requires a meticulous and structured approach over a 10-year period, focusing on teaching them how to solve problems under pressure.The spaces in which to play football are becoming increasingly limited, so players need to learn how to play successfully in tighter spaces with less time and room.Passing is emphasized as a solution to many problems in the game, with an emphasis on angled passes that allow players to receive the ball without their back to goal, thus maintaining the speed of play.The use of the "third man" is highlighted as a tactic to break lines and create space, where players pass the ball to a free teammate who can then play it forw

Rob discusses the importance of dreams and goals in our lives, and how we, as human beings, are naturally driven to achieve certain things and that having goals gives our lives meaning. It's a reminder to chase our dreams and goals, as time is limited and it is never too late to start working towards them.KEY TAKEAWAYSWe are goal-oriented mechanisms: As human beings, we are driven to achieve certain things in life, whether it's career goals, family goals, or personal goals. Understanding this can help us stay focused and motivated.Avoid complaining and majoring on the minors: It's easy to get caught up in complaining about small, insignificant things. Instead, focus on what is truly important in your life and avoid wasting energy on minor irritations.Have a dream board or visual representation of your goals: Creating a visual representation of your dreams and goals can help give your life meaning and perspective. It can serve as a reminder of what is truly important to you and help you stay focused on your jo

In this episode of the Leader Manager Coach Podcast, host Rob Ryles sits down with Martyn Irvine, the owner of PCT Coaching and a coach developer at the English FA. Martyn shares his journey from being in the British Army to becoming a coach and the challenges he faced along the way. He discusses the founding of PCT Coaching and the importance of technical excellence in player development. Martyn also emphasises the need for players to have the freedom to make decisions and the importance of embracing failure as a learning opportunity. Overall, this episode offers valuable insights into Martyn's coaching philosophy and his vision for PCT Coaching.KEY TAKEAWAYSPCT Coaching focuses on developing technically excellent players who are comfortable on the ball and can manipulate it with both feet.The philosophy of PCT Coaching includes promoting decision-making skills and embracing failure as a part of the learning process.Martyn's personal experience in the army and various coaching roles has shaped his approach t

Rob discusses the key secrets and insights from the book "Living on the Volcano: The Secrets of Surviving as a Football Manager" by Michael Calvin. Rob also highlights the importance of living with uncertainty, being open and honest about mental health, developing leaders within a team, not taking criticism personally, and the value of effective communication. KEY TAKEAWAYSThe importance of living with uncertainty: In the world of football management, as well as in life, being able to handle uncertainty is crucial. It is a key factor in determining happiness and success.Openness and honesty: Martin Ling's story highlights the importance of being open and honest about one's mental health and seeking help when needed. This lesson applies to all aspects of life, as recognising and addressing personal challenges is essential for overall well-being.Developing leaders: A.D. Bouthroid emphasises the value of developing leaders within a team or organisation. This concept applies to any field, as helping others grow a

If we fill our lives with too much in the way of tasks or distractions, we are in danger of losing sight of what's truly important about living. In this episode, Rob explores this concept, and talks about how we can make the best use of the time we have.KEY TAKEAWAYSLife is an eternal balance. We must acknowledge where we pay our true respects, and look at the places we look to for our learnings.As life goes on, the decisions we make become more impactful the older we get. As the sands of time run out, we endeavour to make each moment more valuable.We need to ask ourselves, at the end of each day, whether or not we became slightly better that day. Look for small incremental changes, instead of chasms of change.It's okay not be the best, the most talented. The true success in life is not giving up - endeavouring, carrying on, being persistent.BEST MOMENTS'It's so easy to be too busy - too busy doing stuff''We are human beings, not human doings''Paying due diligence to what is important in life, are real key th

Emperor Marcus Aurelius was at the epitome of world power during his reign at the head of Rome, and one of the foremost proponents of the stoic philosophy teachings. In this episode, Rob dives into the world of his thinking, including the thoughts and meditations that have seen him renowned as one of history's greatest minds.KEY TAKEAWAYSMarcus Aurelius became emperor of Rome at the age of 40, and in doing so became the most powerful man in the world. He was a trained soldier and had a peaceful outlook.Living externally is fulfilling, but the life internally is what really matters. It's not about what other people think of us, it's about how we feel about things inside and what we know about ourselves.Change is the order of the universe. We must adapt and learn to deal with it. Be comfortable with it.When we face personal challenge, we must solve them as quickly as possible instead of letting things fester and become bigger issues.BEST MOMENTS'Marcus Aurelius is arguably the most famous of the stoic philosoph

Mark Leather has spent his entire professional career as one of sport's most respected and sought-after physiotherapists, working alongside the likes of Sunderland FC, Liverpool FC, Burnley and Brighton. He is also the course leader on the MSc Football Science & Rehabilitation and MSc Football Medical Leadership & Performance at UCLan, as well as a guest columnist for the Daily Mail newspaper commenting on sport related injuries.Mark joins Rob for an all-encompassing conversation about what drew him to life in service of others and making sure they are healthy and well, how he managed to rise to the top of his sector, and why dedication, hard work, resilience matter so much.KEY TAKEAWAYSWe are sometimes drawn to the world of football, but it can take time to realise that playing the game isn't always necessary. There are many different pursuits that sit inside the game itself.We don't always have the perspective needed when we're young. it can be hard to keep our focus and look to the future. Finding

Since its publication in 1952, Ernest Hemingway's timeless novella, 'The Old Man And The Sea' has enchanted readers with its prose and plot. But as Rob discusses in this week's show, there may be far more to the classic book than we realise...KEY TAKEAWAYSBooks allow us a world of perspectives without our having to leave our homes. They are a gift to our souls and conscious minds.The story concerns a fisherman approaching the close of his life, the struggles he faces and how he overcomes the challenges ahead.The small wins we give to people are often the ones that count the most. They are all examples of sustaining love.As part of communities we should encourage the care and love of each other. By dealing with the small challenges around us, the goodness will spread and the world will be a better place for it.BEST MOMENTS'You can live a thousand lifetimes in one if you read enough books''There are some great leadership, management and coaching principals in this book''He keeps faith and manages to catch the b

Rob explores the work of philosopher Epictetus, a former slave who was freed, and who went on to study great wisdom, teaching others about the best way to live.KEY TAKEAWAYSIn his teachings Epictetus followed the early rather than the late Stoics, reverting to Socrates and to Diogenes, the philosopher of Cynicism, as historical models of the sage.Each human being is primarily a citizen of his own commonwealth, but he is also a member of the great city of gods and men.It matters not what endeavour we're engaged in, small or large, people face the same issues that they face now - hunger, fear, trepidation, worry, war, agony, death, arguments, criticisms, treachery, criminality, being let down. These human conditions are timeless.We build our characters upon truth, which in itself requires thought. We also must build upon virtue, whatever we consider that to be.BEST MOMENTS'Epictetus is one of the key philosophers''In reality, human life has changed very little''One thing can be the key piece in the jigsaw puzzl

After being inspired by words of wisdom from Jordan Peterson, Rob takes a further deep dive into the heroic journey, and how it affects us as human beings on a fundamental level.KEY TAKEAWAYSWe are all on our own hero's journey, whether we are conscious of it or not. By being alive, by definition, our journey has already begun.Human beings are born unsettled. We are constantly searching for our place in the world, which moves on regardless of our conscious attachment to it.in order to make any gain in life, we are required to suffer. We get to choose these sufferings, big or small, but the wins are undeniable.If we fail to answer the call of our souls, we will suffer a form of psychological illness. If we heed the call, we will suffer and spend time in solitude in order to consolidate and survive.BEST MOMENTS'By definition of being alive we are automatically involved in it''We are eternally unsettled''There is somewhere we need to be''Pick up your cross and choose which way to suffer'VALUABLE RESOURCESLeader

Lindsay Leighton is a prime example of someone who could well look at the world and proclaim themselves a victim, but who has instead stared down adversity and become one of the most inspirational human beings alive.Join Rob as he talks to Lindsay about what it really means to overcome hardship and face down challenges, and the invaluable, empowering lessons we can take from this remarkable man's story.KEY TAKEAWAYSNever let any barrier keep you from dreaming big and striving to achieve the dreams of your mind. Nothing can ever stop you if you're willing enough.Victory isn't always about who crosses the line first - it's about who you cross the line with.The best way to deal with failure is to laugh it off and try again. There's no sense in feeling bitter when you can pick yourself up and try again.The legacies we create in life can stretch on through generations. if we're strong enough to teach people resilience and fortitude, then those qualities can transfer through time.BEST MOMENTS'I decided that I was g

In our quest to become better leaders and thinkers, we must study the work of other great minds. With this in mind, Rob presents a summary of the wisest lessons from Jordan Peterson's ground-breaking book, Maps Of Meaning.KEY TAKEAWAYSThere is so much that we understand as logical and autonomous, but is actually driven by forces that we can not comprehend.Pay attention is a profound statement. It encapsulates the concept of attention and people's time being worth something.The truth is the goal at the end of all great journeys. It's the reason why scientists devote their lives to the journeys they undertake.If you can embrace the fact that there is something bigger than us out there, then it relieves the very pressure of existence.BEST MOMENTS'Let's remind ourselves that we are all on journeys''We are not shallow, plastic new individuals''Pay attention''Believe in something bigger than yourself'VALUABLE RESOURCESLeader Manager Coach Podcast     ABOUT THE HOSTRob Ryles is a UEFA A licensed coach with a League

In this episode, Rob talks about the power behind living our day-to-day life in a rhythm and how this can be the building blocks to not just a successful life but a fulfilled and happy one too.KEY TAKEAWAYSThe definition of a leader is someone who does what they say they will do!Peregrination is a word that alludes to journey, this word reminded Rob that it’s the things you are interested in that are beckoning you.The things that interest you can be a threat or a promise and you get to decide which it is.Be aware of black-and-white thinking, Rob’s own simplistic views of the world he recognised were no longer going to work, the world is far too complex.Life is hard, achieving is hard so stop looking for perfection.Just win the next battle you have to face, start the day and take care of the basics every day and the rest will flow. It’s the little tasks we get right every day that build to the bigger things.Living in rhythm is the start of success,BEST MOMENTS‘Listen to that little small voice, that little bit

Rob examines the surprising, yet still empowering lessons that we can take from the world of health care, caregiving, and particularly those suffering from Alzheimer's Disease.KEY TAKEAWAYSThose suffering from dementia is unable to deal with information in the way that they were used to doing.Never argue. It's futile, will not end with a positive outcome, and always leaves a bad taste in the mouth.Consider that those in your care may not always be able to fulfil what you're asking them to do. Never shame them in this instance as shame is never a positive outcome.BEST MOMENTS'The formulation of an output, is therefore also altered''the normal rules of engagement do not apply''One singer, one song, have it your way'VALUABLE RESOURCESLeader Manager Coach Podcast     ABOUT THE HOSTRob Ryles is a UEFA A licensed coach with a League Managers Association qualification and a science and medicine background. He has worked in the football industry in Europe, USA and Africa; at International, Premiership, League, Non-Le

Keith Hackett is largely recognised as one of the greatest referees in the history of football, having overseen such famous games as the 1981 FA Cup Final between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City and the the now legendary league encounter between Mn Utd and Arsenal that resulted in a twenty-one man brawl.Keith is still out there and still active, and he joins Rob this week for an incredible retrospective across his entire career - the highs and lows - and the invaluable life lessons he's taken from the beautiful game across a lifetime of devotion.KEY TAKEAWAYSThe work ethic required in order to be one of the greats, is something that isn't always evident in today's world. In Keith's generation, you had to fight for what you wanted, and the results lasted a lifetime.Refereeing isn't just about applying the laws of the game, You're managing an event. You are the man overseeing a spectacle and making sure it works.A fundamental requirement of being a good referee is to win the players over and not work agai

Rob further explores the concept of the hero's journey, including why we experience an innate desire to achieve goals in general, and the benefit of conceiving our lives as a philosophical journey.KEY TAKEAWAYSTo be able to combine, amalgamate and align what we do with a philosophy that we believe in is ultimately empowering.Human beings are fundamentally built as goal-oriented creatures, and naturally look for purpose in all tasks, no matter what area of life is being considered.We cannot be held hostage by our conscious mind, which can often use fear as a way of holding us back. We cannot stop moving forwards because of irrational fears that something bad may happen if we do.BEST MOMENTS'I find it sustaining to look at life as a journey''It is these things within us that push us towards great things''If we suppress things, then they have to come out in some way or another'VALUABLE RESOURCESLeader Manager Coach Podcast     ABOUT THE HOSTRob Ryles is a UEFA A licensed coach with a League Managers Association

Rob discusses transformation and transcendence, and how each moment can add to the complexities of our psychological make up in ways we sometimes do not comprehend.KEY TAKEAWAYSLife is a constant state of transformation. We re never the same as we were the day before. We are a constantly evolving species.If we accept that we are the sum total of our thoughts and actions, then we come to realise that everything matters, no mater how small or seemingly insignificant at the time.If you do something for yourself, it will die with you. If you do something for somebody else, it carries on into eternity.BEST MOMENTS'We are always transforming - we are never the same''Listen to what makes you feel good''Life's not about doing things for yourself all the time'VALUABLE RESOURCESLeader Manager Coach Podcast     ABOUT THE HOSTRob Ryles is a UEFA A licensed coach with a League Managers Association qualification and a science and medicine background. He has worked in the football industry in Europe, USA and Africa; at Inte