Leader Manager Coach Podcast

In this very special edition, Rob takes you on a heartfelt journey through some of the most cherished moments from the past six years of the show. Rob reflects on the wisdom, insights, and stories shared by the remarkable individuals who have graced the podcast, looking at key highlights and lessons learned from interviews with iconic figures such as Jimmy Greenoff, Dennis Smith, and Sally Needham. Join Rob as he reminisces on the profound moments and valuable insights that have made Leader Manager Coach a beacon of inspiration and learning for its audience. KEY TAKEAWAYS Reflection on HeroesImportance of EncouragementChoosing Self-BeliefCelebrating SimilaritiesEmbracing HumilityBEST MOMENTS "I was determined to be a player. I didn't realise I was going to have such a difficult journey to carry on to get there." "I think the biggest thing with brassy was the encouragement because I was in the changing room at that time where There wasn't a lot of that." "Listen to the people that count. Your mother and father, your parents and your coaches and listen to them, take them in." "Here's a man who contributed an enormous amount to the success of one of the world's most famous football clubs. But that just sums him up. Humility." "So there we have a few highlights and I make no apologies for them being amongst my favourites." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk HOST BIO Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob reflects on the journey of the podcast as it reaches its 300th episode. He shares the story of how the podcast started, the challenges and risks he faced, and the passion and dedication that drove him to continue producing episodes every week. Rob also highlights some of the memorable interviews he conducted with football legends, coaches, players, and individuals from various fields. He expresses gratitude for the opportunities and insights the podcast has provided and emphasises that the podcast's purpose has always been to help listeners on their own journeys of personal and professional growth. KEY TAKEAWAYS BEST MOMENTS "It's amazing how I think the human mind loves a secret." "Nobody else is doing it. There's also great danger. Nobody else is doing that. There's a reason." "If all that ever came from Leader, Manager, Coach, was that opportunity and the one with Jimmy. I'm a blessed guy." "How many people are world-class at two things? Hardly anybody's world class at one." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk HOST BIO Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob pays tribute to the legendary English football manager, Brian Clough. Rob reflects on Clough's upbringing in a working-class family, his incredible goal-scoring record as a player, and his subsequent rise to become one of the greatest football managers in history. Rob delves into Clough's successful principles, such as his emphasis on recruiting good players and his belief in the importance of the spine of a team. He also explores Clough's challenges, including his infamous 44 days at Leeds United and his struggles with alcohol. Through personal anecdotes and insights from Clough's autobiography, Riles provides listeners with a deeper understanding of the enigmatic and influential figure that was Brian Clough. KEY TAKEAWAYS Brian Clough was a highly successful football manager who achieved great success with Derby County and Nottingham Forest. Clough believed in recruiting good players and letting them play, emphasizing the importance of having talented individuals in the team. He had a strong partnership with Peter Taylor, who complemented Clough's strengths and weaknesses, leading to their success as a managerial duo. Clough's management style was simple and focused on man management rather than complex coaching systems. Despite his success, Clough's ego and personal issues, including his struggles with alcohol, affected his relationships and ultimately led to his downfall. BEST MOMENTS "He was outspoken. He was a rebel. He was talented and successful." "Clough recruited good players and got two, three, and more years out of them than anybody else believed was possible." "He admits he was egotistical. He admits he didn't listen. And he admits now he did it the wrong way." "He often sent flowers to wives and his way of getting an influence over the player was to speak to the player's wife." "He was an unorthodox. He would pull no punches and he would be demanding in terms of what he wanted." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk HOST BIO Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob explores the theme of resilience and overcoming obstacles. Inspired by the stories of Thomas Edison and Ernest Hemingway, Rob discusses the importance of never giving up, even in the face of adversity. He discusses the reality of life's challenges and the need to fortify oneself against them. Rob also reflects on the power of asking meaningful questions and accepting the realities of life. He shares personal experiences and encourages listeners to embrace their own journeys, finding strength and growth through hardships. KEY TAKEAWAYS BEST MOMENTS "Life is hard. Life is a tragedy. Get used to it. Understand it. Live with it." "Your job is to do whatever you can to fortify yourself, be an example to others, help others to fortify themselves against the tragedy that life is on this physical plane." "Words are cheap, talk is cheap, action is where it's at." "Is it okay to be wrong? Of course. Is it bad to do due diligence? No. Is it a bad thing to sit forever at a crossroads while your life passes before your eyes? No." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk HOST BIO Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob interviews Dominic Teich, a former fighter pilot and author, who shares his unique approach to self-development and success, drawing from his experience in the military and as an instructor pilot. He discusses the importance of coaching and mentoring, emphasising the value of hunger and attitude in achieving one's goals. Dominic also talks about his book series, "Single Seat Wisdom," which offers impactful stories and insights for individuals looking to define their purpose in life. KEY TAKEAWAYS BEST MOMENTS "I think a lot of us underestimate the value that we have when we coach the younger generation that's coming up and that aspires to do that." "I never thought that I couldn't fly fighter jets. I had no idea how to do it. But I never really had anybody tell me, no, you can't do that definitively." "I think the important thing is there's the hunger there and there's action behind it. That character I was just like I don't know what I'm doing, but I know that I started college and I started taking aviation related classes and I started flying and I started just doing things that were down that track." "If you're a bad apple and you can't get on with people, then you're going to struggle. And if you speak to elite coaches and you say, look, as long as you've got somebody who's got an ability, it doesn't have to be the very best in the world, but if they have an ability to perform, it's the psychological aspect that will make them world-class." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk HOST BIO Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob delves into the life and career of renowned football manager Jose Mourinho. Drawing from Patrick Barclay's book "Anatomy of a Winner," Riles explores Mourinho's journey from a middle-class upbringing in Portugal to becoming one of the most successful football managers of the modern era. Rob highlights Mourinho's unique skill set, including his intelligence, multilingual abilities, sports science knowledge, and teaching background. He also discusses Mourinho's formative years as an assistant to Sir Bobby Robson and Louis van Gaal, where he gained invaluable experience and developed trust and reliability. KEY TAKEAWAYS Jose Mourinho is a highly successful football manager and coach, known for his winning mentality. Mourinho's upbringing and early experiences in football, including working as an interpreter for Sir Bobby Robson, shaped his career. Mourinho possesses multiple intelligences, including linguistic ability, sports science knowledge, and teaching skills. He is a master psychologist, using the media and mind games to create an advantage for his teams. Mourinho is also an innovative and detail-oriented coach, integrating technical, tactical, physical, psychological, and social aspects of the game in his training sessions. BEST MOMENTS "And I think one of the, or amongst the things that excite people about Mourinho and intrigue people about Mourinho is the way in which he landed into the most successful league in the world, the English Premier League with Chelsea and how he took it by storm." "Jose Mourinho was an overnight success. Very quickly following on from the great success he had in Portugal, as anybody who is invested in the game knows, he went on to have enormous success at Chelsea, coached Manchester United, Real Madrid, and continues to be a highly successful European coach now in Italy." "He built them up to be greater than they were. He lent them every bit of belief he had and made them feel great and made them into the best players that they could possibly be." "Obsessed with detail as many great leaders and winners are. But on the football pitch, he was at the vanguard or the forefront, the cutting edge of evolution, where technical, tactical, physical and psychological aspects of football coaching are brought into the arena of everything being done together." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk HOST BIO Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob explores the concept of true authentic leadership and the qualities that make a person a true leader. He emphasises the importance of being a doer, someone who takes action and creates positive change, rather than just speaking about it. Rob also discusses the power of hope and how seemingly hopeless situations can be overcome with determination and perseverance. He delves into the role of dopamine in driving human behavior and highlights the importance of the journey rather than the destination. KEY TAKEAWAYS BEST MOMENTS "A leader is not someone with a name on a door, that is, humanly created. A leader is a doer. Somebody who does something. Who takes action." "Very little is hopeless. Life is hard, brutal, challenging, probably things will take 10 times as long as you thought they will take, they will be 10 times harder, and you may not get anywhere near achieving what it is that you thought you would do in the timeframe that you hoped. But there are too many stories and there is too much evidence about human beings about individuals who have achieved great things from seemingly hopeless situations." "It's the hope that gives you the dope. It's not the achievement or it's not the acquisition necessarily, because yet today's success is tomorrow's irritation. Today's happiness is tomorrow's misery." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk HOST BIO Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob explores the importance of stress and challenge in personal growth and compares it to how trees are forged through adversity. He then delves into the concept of love, emphasising that true love is demonstrated through the investment of time. He encourages listeners to reflect on where they spend their time as it reveals their true passions and priorities. The episode also touches on the significance of being authentic and not imitating others, as well as the responsibility of leaders to take care of themselves and empower others. KEY TAKEAWAYS Stress and challenge are necessary for personal growth and development. Love is shown through the investment of time and attention. Authenticity is important; be true to yourself and avoid imitating others. As a leader, take responsibility for yourself and others. Self-determination theory, which includes autonomy, competency, and relatedness, is crucial for empowering individuals in organisations. BEST MOMENTS "If you are a mature individual who is prepared to put themselves through optimal amounts of challenge, the right amount of stress, and not look for the constant easy way, then you will forge yourself into whatever it is that you hold as your golden vision." "How do you know when somebody truly loves something or someone? They spend their time and are prepared to spend their most valuable asset, which is your time, with or on that particular person or subject." "Be yourself. Be truly and utterly yourself. It is the way" "As a leader, you have to be responsible first and foremost for yourself. But if you consider yourself a leader and you wish to influence others and be there for others and show a caring aspect for others, you need to take responsibility for them." "Self-determination theory as I see it, is something that is applicable to every successful organisation" VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk HOST BIO Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob interviews Amanda Cromhout, who is a highly successful businesswoman and expert in the field of customer loyalty. Amanda shares her journey from working for British Airways to founding her own global loyalty consultancy, Truth. She discusses the importance of pushing outside of one's comfort zone and embracing challenges that scare you. Amanda also reflects on the lessons she learned from her childhood and the influence of her parents in shaping her determination and resilience. She shares stories of her adventurous expeditions, including climbing the Himalayas and sailing for three months, and how these experiences have shaped her approach to life. KEY TAKEAWAYS BEST MOMENTS "If it doesn't scare you, then maybe it's a little bit too easy and it's just too much in our comfort zones." "No matter what it is, if it does come overnight with no work, then that's not sustainable." "I remember just bursting into tears going, I can't do that... you'll find your worth when you've got the experience." "The future of Truth is very much in our training programs... we have three incredible training programs online." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk GUEST BIO Amanda is an eminent and successful businesswoman and expert in the field of customer loyalty. In 2023 Amanda was awarded the prestigious International Loyalty Personality of the Year award for her work and services to the industry. She is also a Loyalty Awards Judge, experienced airline & retail executive and the founder & CEO of Truth, a leading global loyalty consultancy. She is also a media celebrity, a keynote speaker and author. Educated at Loughborough University Amanda was a highly competitive tennis and netball player who continues her sporting journey having been an established ironman triathlete and ultra marathon runner who has completed numerous 90k Comrades ultra marathon events in her beloved South Africa. She recently suffered the loss of sight in her right eye and subsequently set up her Blind Loyalty Trust to help others who suffer with similar conditions. Amanda’s other favourite contribution causes is the amazing Amy Foundation who offer programmes which develop and empower youngsters from challenged and vulnerable communities in South Africa. She also has a busy family life in Cape Town South Africa where she lives with her three children and husband Theo. Contact: Linkedin linkedin.com/in/amanda-cromhout-34167b2 Websites truth.co.za amandacromhout.com www.blindloyalty.co.za Twitter @tweetstruth HOST BIO Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob shares a variety of insights and lessons that have stood out to him from his recent readings and experiences. He discusses the importance of furnishing one's life with truth, courage, and beauty, and how these virtues can enhance leadership, management, and coaching. Rob also explores the value of learning from defeat and the power of commitment, even in the face of adversity. He delves into the concept of constantly moving from theory to practice to mastery, emphasising the importance of energy, work, and love in living a fulfilling life. KEY TAKEAWAYS Remember to furnish your life with truth, courage, and beauty. This noble aim can guide leaders, managers, and coaches in their endeavours. There are valuable lessons in defeat, while victory offers only one lesson. Embrace defeat as an opportunity for analysis and growth. The worse you feel, the more committed you become. Emotions should not dictate your level of commitment. Push through challenges and maintain dedication regardless of how you feel. Constantly move from theory to practice to mastery. Seek knowledge and understanding, apply it in practice, and continue to improve until you reach mastery. Be present and focus on the present moment. Avoid getting caught up in past traumas or future worries. Tolerate others but hold yourself to high standards. Limit your thoughts to the present and deal with what is in front of you now. BEST MOMENTS "Remember to furnish your life with truth, courage, and beauty." "There are a thousand lessons in defeat, but only one in victory." "The worse I feel, the more committed I become." "Constantly go from theory to practice to mastery." "Be tolerant with others and strict with yourself. Limit your thoughts to the present and deal with what's in front of you now." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk HOST BIO Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob interviews Joe Davis, a chartered psychologist and senior consultant at Ground & Air. Joe shares his journey into psychology, particularly in the field of sports and performance. He discusses the importance of emotional intelligence and its impact on personal development and leadership. Joe also talks about his work in the emerging field of esports, where he helps teams and players develop skills such as communication, resilience, and managing pressure. He highlights the role of tools like the Emotional Capital Report (ECR 360) and VoicePrint in enhancing self-awareness and improving team dynamics. KEY TAKEAWAYS BEST MOMENTS "Emotional intelligence is developing the ability to recognise, identify and understand our own emotions and manage our own emotional experience." "There's a direct relationship between self-knowing or self-awareness and then skills like empathy and relationship skills." "It's getting that balance. You need to challenge. You can't have everything too nicey-nicey." "Reading is crucial. It doesn't only educate you, but it helps you in your own work as well when it comes to making patterns between things and helping to understand other people." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk HOST BIO Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob discusses the book "Courage is Calling: Fortune Favors the Brave" by author Ryan Holiday, highlighting the key findings and lessons from the book, which align with the philosophies discussed on the podcast. Rob emphasises that courage is not just physical, but also moral, and explores the importance of facing fear, taking small steps towards bravery, and standing up for what you believe in. KEY TAKEAWAYS Courage is a key virtue that encompasses both physical and moral bravery. It involves taking small steps and practicing bravery in everyday life. Fear is a normal part of the courageous journey. It is the first step in recognising that you are on the right path and being challenged. Courage is about answering the call and being committed to noble ideals. It requires standing up for what you believe in and speaking truth to power. The heroic journey involves selflessness and transcending personal desires. It may involve periods of depression and facing challenges alone, but it is necessary for growth and defining oneself as a hero. Heroism is about making choices and following one's ethical line. It is not just about one monumental choice, but a series of choices that shape one's character and contribute to a heroic path. BEST MOMENTS "Im going to talk about the outstanding findings that affect us all" "Reading is where it's at" "Embrace fear and choose the path and jump in" "Find your passion and find that thing that drives you!" VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk HOST BIO Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob discusses the concept of leaders who are also great coaches, drawing inspiration from an article by Bill George and Zach Clayton in the Harvard Business Review. Rob highlights the importance of care, organisation, alignment, challenge, and help in effective leadership. He also talks about the fact that a leader's title may make them a manager, but it is their ability to inspire and lead their team that truly makes them a leader. KEY TAKEAWAYS BEST MOMENTS "Your title makes you a manager, but your people make you a leader." "People don't care what you know until they know how much you care." "Your job is to organise and put people, as the Harvard Business Review says, in their sweet spot." "Your job is to explain, show, demonstrate, and bring to life the vision that everybody will die for." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob talks to Dr. Ravi Iyer, a transdisciplinary polymath with 40 years of experience in science, medicine, biochemistry, and pharmaceuticals. Dr. Iyer shares his insights on leadership and the power of creating a safe space for others. He discusses his spiritual upbringing in India and how it has influenced his approach to healthcare and his role as a physician. Dr. Iyer also delves into his work with dying patients and the importance of removing doubt and fear. KEY TAKEAWAYS BEST MOMENTS "Fear is the first contagion, not the virus." "The dying process is as much a family affair as it is an individual affair." "The essence of leadership is to create empowerment. Empowerment is the defeat, the destruction of pain." "The joy is in being present in the now, the experience, and being conscious of the experience." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk ABOUT THE GUEST Dr Ravi Iyer is a transdisciplinary polymath with forty years of experience spanning the fields of science, medicine, biochemistry, molecular biology, and pharmaceuticals. He is a physician-scientist, inventor, author, and entrepreneur. He serves as the CEO of ActivPower, Inc. a nutrition and wellness company he founded. Born in Mumbai, and raised in Eastern India he achieved a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center. His life experiences include a 9-year Directorship of a Hospice caring for dying patients, and a Director of Clinical Research for a 300-physician medical group, Dr. Iyer's essays, articles, and writings focus on the intersection and interactions of social events with people as metrics of health in a society. His passion is educating and advocating for a balanced understanding and stewardship of our life and world in a manner that allows for all-around growth and health for all creatures and populations. Website; www.driyer.com Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/ravi-iyer-md-eye-yer-687782102 Twitter https://twitter.com/DrRaviIyer1?s=20 ABOUT THE HOST Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob shares his thoughts and insights on various topics related to personal growth and development, beginning by discussing the concept of hierarchy and how our perception of authority figures can impact our feelings of disappointment or frustration. Rob then delves into the importance of maintaining inner peace and not letting external circumstances disturb our consciousness. He emphasises the need to focus on personal evolution and growth, seeking wisdom from others and following one's own hero's journey. KEY TAKEAWAYS BEST MOMENTS "The only hierarchy is consciousness." "You have to worship your own, whatever you consider God to be." "From the wound comes the salve. From the problem comes the answer." "Shoulder as much responsibility as you can and move forward." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob pays tribute to Jock Stein, a legendary figure in the world of football management, who hailed from the coalfields of Lanarkshire, Scotland, overcame adversity and went on to become one of the most esteemed football managers of his time. Rob discusses Stein's humble beginnings as a part-time player and his transition into coaching and management. He highlights Stein's exceptional work ethic, tactical knowledge, and man-management skills, which led to his success at Celtic, including winning nine consecutive championships and the European Cup in 1967. KEY TAKEAWAYS BEST MOMENTS "Jock Stein was from the world of football and football management. I'm going to be talking about a guy called Jock Stein." "Jock broke the mould. A Protestant man playing for Celtic, and as a result, lost friends and suffered because of family division." "Jock was the first into the club in the morning, opening up, and consistently, numerous nights per week, would travel hours and hours to away games, to watch teams and players." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob interviews former professional football player Jimmy Greenhoff, who shares his experiences playing under various managers, including Sid Owens, Don Revy, Stan Cullis, Tony Waddington, and Tommy Dockham. He discusses the coaching styles and personalities of each manager and reflects on his time playing alongside notable players such as Alan Hudson and Terry Conroy. Jimmy also talks about his career at Stoke City and Manchester United, as well as his brief stint as a player-manager at Rochdale, stressing the importance of hard work and the support of family in achieving success in football. KEY TAKEAWAYS BEST MOMENTS "He was one of my best mates there as well, even though he was about five years older than me." "He suggested to Don Revy that they play me up front. And he did, he played him, he did what Sid asked and the rest was kind of, it was the best thing that happened to me." "He was strict that way. Yes. Yeah. It was all for you though, what he was doing and having a go at. It was all for you, for the benefit of you." "I felt he was. You heard a lot of people nearly had them to tears. But it was all for your best, you know what I mean?" VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob shares a personal story about his hiking experience in Scotland. He describes how walking in the mountains is like a metaphor for life and the journey of success, and reflects on the importance of having a vision, taking the next step, and not looking back. KEY TAKEAWAYS Being open to change and planning for new experiences can lead to personal growth and discovery. Just like in walking or in life, having a clear idea of where you want to go and a plan to get there can help guide your journey. Looking back can hold you back from progress and hinder your journey towards success. Sometimes, it's necessary to pause, reflect, and recharge before continuing on. Taking time to rest can help maintain motivation and prevent burnout. BEST MOMENTS "And the point I want to make here is that walking is like life. It's like the journey of success, or the hero's journey, as I seem to talk about on every podcast." "You don't know how good things can get. You really do not know how good things can be if you have the faith to step out into your own journey." "Just keep looking the next step in front of you and taking the next step. And you climb to what you think is the next summit, and then there's another. You don't know what's beyond the next turn." "But I kept trying and kept looking. And then eventually I saw a path where somebody had trodden before. Like a great poem, The Bridge Builder. Thank you for those who went before and trod the path." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob shares his key learnings and insights that have impacted him recently, focussing upon the fact that life is not meant to be easy and that we should challenge the notion that everything should be comfortable and effortless. Rob discusses the importance of closing the gap between where we are and where we want to be, and the need to trust ourselves and follow our principles. He also explores the concepts of momentum, making tough decisions, and shouldering responsibility. KEY TAKEAWAYS Life is tough and full of challenges. We should challenge the notion that everything should be easy and comfortable, embracing difficulties and overcoming obstacles. It's important to take small steps and make incremental progress towards our goals, whether it's mastering a skill or achieving personal growth. Trust oneself and follow one's own principles and beliefs. Trusting oneself leads to personal growth and the ability to make decisions confidently. Embrace momentum: Take action and build momentum in our lives, as small steps can lead to exponential progress. BEST MOMENTS "Everything seems to be now, particularly in the first world, the Western world, it's all about making things easy and comfortable. It's damn well wrong." "Life is tough. Challenge is tough, it's meant to be there and getting to the top in anything and being the best person you can be and achieving your dreams and goals ain't easy." "Run from comfort. Life ain't easy. Not meant to be easy. Easy's death." "It's not about being nice. It's about being the toughest angel there is. It's that steel and velvet." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob interviews Andy Neillie, a leadership expert and author, who shares his journey from experiencing bad bosses to becoming a successful leader himself. He discusses his book, "The Golden Principles," which draws lessons from his rescued dogs and applies them to leadership. Andy emphasises the importance of servant leadership, where leaders prioritise the well-being of their team members. He also introduces his four-tiered approach to leadership, focusing on conviction, competence, character, and covenant. KEY TAKEAWAYS BEST MOMENTS "The most successful organisations really go back and capture that old leadership truth from Christ, from Marcus Aurelius, from the servanthood model that revolutionised the Western world." "You'll never be a better leader than you are a person." "The truism, you will never be a better leader than you are a person, is a long-term truism." "Leadership is turning the bowl upside down. You've got the marble and the bowl, but you're always having to do this because you never quite get it right." VALUABLE RESOURCES Andy Neillie - https://neillieleadershipgroup.com/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/leader-manager-coach-podcast/id1370481271?mt=2 https://www.robryles.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMPYDVzZVnA https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertryles/?originalSubdomain=uk Rob 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-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches. The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life. LEARN MORE HERE Football, coach: https://www.patreon.com/robryles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.