Equity Coach’s Post

Great to see this research. Sport really can be a leader in society to help build cultural competence, social cohesion through our common love for sport. Although this uses the example of football, it can apply in other settings. I have the privilege of being involved at Edinburgh South Cricket Club, where the club's membership includes 17 different nationalities, with a diverse range of ethnicities, religions, cultural identities and beliefs - but one common thing unites us, a shared love of cricket. Cricket is a game that requires people to spend vast amounts of time together on the field, working through situations together as a team to achieve a result. Through simply being around many others with different cultural experiences and identities, I've learnt so much. Most importantly, we've embraced the multiple cultural identities and beliefs as our strength, finding space to learn about and support each other. Less 'integration into a culture' and more 'evolution of our culture together'. Sport really can be a leader in society for bringing people together. Do you have a great example from your own club or sport? Feel free to share on our Equity Coach page!

So as the week has gone on, like a lot of us, I've been having many debates about the England team, whether it was a success or failure, and I realise that it's extremely objective, so I thought I'd share my own opinion, as it's my philosophy in life and in work too, not just football related, but something I very much believe in. For me Southgate failed, not because he didn't win anything, and if you want to look at where we got to in each tournament, you could easily argue he's one of, if not the best English manager of all time, however I tend to look at the process/performances rather than just the results. So please allow me to explain further. The current crop of English players include several best in class, and I believe that we have the squad capable of being the best, the reason why I'm disappointed and consider it as a failure, is because Southgate didn't get the players to play as a team, didn't get the best of the wonderful individuals that we have at our disposal, in each tournament we lost to the first top team we played. Football is an escape from our daily lives and struggles, I want to be entertained, I want to see our players give it their all and be the best that they can be. Now moving it on to Commercial Agency, deals can fall through, there are a multitude of reasons why this happens, some are in our control, other factors may not be, but, if you do the process correctly, give it your best shot, more often than not you will succeed. I train my staff to follow the process, be proactive, communicate well and work as a team. It's not always results driven, trust the methods, be the best you can be at whatever you do. If you work in a team then you need to work as a team. P.S. for what it's worth, I think that Southgate is a top person, a wonderful representative of the English game, he cares, carries himself with dignity, brought a massive change in culture of the team, for all of this he deserves loads of credit, but for me, he's a director of football, can oversee, advise, help with the bigger picture, but as a manager/coach I feel that he is tactically naïve and not good enough to get these wonderful individuals playing as a team.

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Sid Panayi and I have published a joint piece on The GBE Expert Hub about the surprising news that Johannes Spors had his work permit rejected. Spors had been identified by Southampton Football Club as the man to replace Jason Wilcox as Sporting Director, but the 777 Partners global sporting director has been prevented from taking up that role. This has become a bigger issue to navigate post-Brexit. Nine of the current PL sporting directors are non-domestic, and overall 14 of them were appointed post-Brexit, so it is a modern issue, and one which may need revisiting by the powers-that-be. This is the only place that you will find in-depth discussion as to why this has happened and what the issues are. https://lnkd.in/eZRniu8n

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Humble Pie Never Tasted So Sweet - A Lesson in Leadership and Unity 🥧🎉 Let’s take a moment to celebrate Gareth Southgate and the incredible journey of the England football team. Beating the Netherlands to secure a spot in the European Championship final against Spain is no small feat, and it marks England’s first final outside of its home turf. Southgate, often the target of critics, has proven his mettle as the most successful England manager in history. ⚽🏆 Sticking to the Plan and Leading with Unity One thing that stands out to me in this journey is how Southgate has managed to keep the players focused on the mission. Despite the noise from critics and doubters, the team has shown remarkable unity. Even those players who haven’t seen much game time have remained supportive and committed. Southgate isn’t just managing a squad; he’s managing a backroom staff and an entire nation’s expectations. 🇬🇧🙌 Success isn’t just about tactics or talent. It’s about sticking to a plan, maintaining focus, and fostering a sense of togetherness. Southgate has shown us that authentic leadership means guiding your team through adversity, not getting sidetracked by outside noise, and staying committed to the mission. 🚀💪 England has undoubtedly ridden their luck at times, but this journey also highlights the power of gratitude, humility, and manifesting what you truly believe in. Amazing things can happen when you combine hard work with a positive mindset. 🌟🙏 So, here’s to Gareth Southgate, the players, and everyone on this journey. It’s a powerful reminder that unity and commitment to the mission can overcome any obstacle in any organisation. And to all the doubters, it looks like it’s time to enjoy some humble pie! 🥧😋 I’ve heard a little rumour that Southgate might be the next Man United manager. Cue the critics! 🔥👀 Remember, whether on the pitch or in the office, stick to the plan, support each other, and don’t let the critics distract you. Success will follow. 💼👏 Stay focused, stay united, and celebrate this incredible achievement together! 🎉🔥 1 more to go!!! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 🇪🇸 #Comeonengland #Resilience #Gratitude #Focus #Humility #Euros2024

Why can’t the best England team in years win a final? On paper, this is indeed the most exciting England team in a generation. We were even made favourite for the Euros by the bookies, but unfortunately Southgate is tactically inept ….That is the simple truth. Once again, his very predictable starting 11 tactical choices failed him. We replicated the improved semi-final play, we pressed, but Jude Bellingham looked isolated for extended periods. An unfit Harry Kane at centre-forward was slow and ineffectual AGAIN. The Spain manager noted all of this, he also recognised we had another player who was not match-fit at left back with Luke Shaw. We ‘luckily’ won our way to the final because of the ‘reluctant’ use of substitutes by the manager which provided the necessary balance and attacking edge. Yet once again, ONLY in the final 20 minutes, when Ollie Watkins and Cole palmer came on did England find a dangerous attacking formation. They should have started the game, anyone that understands football knew this, that is everyone apart from Southgate … unlike his Spain counterpart. Instead, England have had to rely on fleeting moments of inspiration from its superstars, but Spain had a system and a highly competent manager to make effective use of such. So another lost final. But I truly believe the best for England is yet to come 🙏🏼, unfortunately that will never happen with Southgate as manager. …..Adiós Gareth. #success #winners #tactics #inspiration #innovation #management

Ruben Amorim: Can He Restore Manchester United's Identity? With Erik ten Hag out, Ruben Amorim has emerged as the frontrunner for the Manchester United job. His work at Sporting Lisbon, where he ended a 20-year title drought, demonstrates a clear vision and ability to build from the ground up. But does he have what it takes to rebuild a team with United’s global stature and the immense pressure that comes with it? United are at a crossroads, and the appointment of Amorim could either stabilize the club or add to the revolving door of failed experiments. The critical question: can he establish a clear identity at Old Trafford and bring consistency to a squad that has struggled for years? #sports #winners

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Just having a deep thought on how the EPL ended with Man City winning the cup for the fourth time in a row. With Arsenal chasing relentlessly, yet having not won in 20 years, it’s a stark reminder that in life, we must pay the price in full to achieve greatness and be celebrated. At some point at the end of the season, I was thinking 🤔 like can't Man City coach intentionally allow Arsenal to win the league, having trained Arsenal's coach some years back? But success isn't handed over freely; it requires unwavering dedication, relentless effort, and the willingness to overcome countless obstacles. Man City's triumph is a testament to their hard work, strategic planning, and consistency. Similarly, Arsenal's journey, filled with ups and downs, teaches us the importance of persistence and resilience. In our own lives, we must embrace these principles. To win and be celebrated, we must commit fully, strive continuously, and never give up. Only then can we reach the heights of our dreams and earn the recognition we desire.commit fully, strive continuously, and never give up. Only then can we reach the heights of our dreams and earn the recognition we desire. #never give up