In this crossover episode, Rob and Paul Lowe, Successful author and host of the ‘Speaking from our Hearts’ podcast discuss how football and some of its iconic legends have made an impact on them.
As someone who had no positive role models when he was young Paul looked to the game of football and found amongst others, Brian Clough. In this very honest conversation with Rob, he discusses his journey and the positive influences that made a difference to someone who was looking for a guiding light.
This is a great listen, Rob and Paul candidly discuss the beautiful game, the impact of some of the game’s greatest managers, coaches and leaders and how we all have to master the game of life.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Is life a game of 2 halves?
BEST MOMENTS
‘The wisdom they imparted was diamond, you couldn’t buy it’
‘Men with grassroots values’
‘As a young player you may or may not make it but it’s about going out with integrity’
‘In my early days my approach was I’m not going to lose whatever the cost and this reflected the turmoil in my life at that time’
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Speaking from Our Hearts: Mastering the Game of Life book by Paul Lowe
Emerging from the Forest from Pain to Purpose Mastering the Game of Life book by Paul Lowe
Speaking From Our Hearts podcast
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.
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