Andre Brooks on the change in coaching under Selles

[Carlton Blade]

“The new manager likes to coach a lot, so that's always good, for us as players to know what we need to do every day in training. I feel like it's been good. It's a lot different to last season. For example, he's coming and telling me what need to do. What his morals are, on the pitch and off the pitch. It's always good to have that as well.”

 

[Foody]

Interesting, perhaps not a surprise that Brooks seemingly welcomed the change, given how in and out he was this season.

I'm sure this thread could quickly descend into the pro v anti Wilder arguments, but this does at least highlight that some in the squad will welcome a change in both tactics and approach. It's easy to focus on the negatives of change, we're hardwired to do that, but with change comes positives too.

 

[Carlton Blade]

Interesting, perhaps not a surprise that Brooks seemingly welcomed the change, given how in and out he was this season.

I'm sure this thread could quickly descend into the pro v anti Wilder arguments, but this does at least highlight that some in the squad will welcome a change in both tactics and approach. It's easy to focus on the negatives of change, we're hardwired to do that, but with change comes positives too.

Well put. Wilder was 100% the right man for the vastly experienced 18/19 team. Those players needed motivation and basic instruction, to go with team wide tactical plans. This current squad lacks the maturity of that one and I think will benefit from a more hands on approach.

Horses for courses

 

[brownblade]

Echoes of Van de Vaart saying Harry Redknapp basically didn't bother with any tactics.

 

[Pollingtonblade]

But can he down 10 pints int Banner?

 

[Foody]

Well put. Wilder was 100% the right man for the vastly experienced 18/19 team. Those players needed motivation and basic instruction, to go with team wide tactical plans. This current squad lacks the maturity of that one and I think will benefit from a more hands on approach.

Horses for courses

Absolutely, I'm sure for other's in the squad the changes will be less welcome, or that change journey will take longer.

I deal with and train people on dealing with change in teams as part of my job, so for anyone interest in the (basic) psychology behind it.

When we experience major changes we follow a change curve, that's very similar to the emotional journey experienced when dealing with grief, starting with denial and eventually (although not necessarily) might to integration.
As part of that journey we tend to concentrate on and eventually process the threats of change first, looking at the opportunity associated with change tends to come later, or when we experience that positive change (as Brooks describes above). Chances are that at least some of the squad won't be in that place yet, and that's perfectly natural.

Those threats and indeed opportunities can broadly be categorised into these areas:
Status (i.e. seniority/ perception of you etc)
Certainty (fear of the unknown)
Autonomy (To what extent will I be master of my own destiny)
Relatedness/Relationships (how will it impact my work relationships)
Fairness (will any changes impact everyone equally or will it hit some harder than others)

It's hard to know the inner workings and dynamics of the team, but from what Brooks has said the change to a more hands on coaching managers he's clearly perceived as a big positive, but others may see that as a threat to their Autonomy.

Ultimately it'll be interesting to see how the change impacts the results, but it's really hard to make any assumptions about the team as a whole, as the individuals within it will move at very different rates towards.

If you've made it this far well done. I assure you my actual courses on this are more engaging.

 

[Bell4]

Indeed

Also Claus Jansons 4 Room Model

 

[Carlton Blade]

Absolutely, I'm sure for other's in the squad the changes will be less welcome, or that change journey will take longer.

I deal with and train people on dealing with change in teams as part of my job, so for anyone interest in the (basic) psychology behind it.

When we experience major changes we follow a change curve, that's very similar to the emotional journey experienced when dealing with grief, starting with denial and eventually (although not necessarily) might to integration.
As part of that journey we tend to concentrate on and eventually process the threats of change first, looking at the opportunity associated with change tends to come later, or when we experience that positive change (as Brooks describes above). Chances are that at least some of the squad won't be in that place yet, and that's perfectly natural.

Those threats and indeed opportunities can broadly be categorised into these areas:
Status (i.e. seniority/ perception of you etc)
Certainty (fear of the unknown)
Autonomy (To what extent will I be master of my own destiny)
Relatedness/Relationships (how will it impact my work relationships)
Fairness (will any changes impact everyone equally or will it hit some harder than others)

It's hard to know the inner workings and dynamics of the team, but from what Brooks has said the change to a more hands on coaching managers he's clearly perceived as a big positive, but others may see that as a threat to their Autonomy.

Ultimately it'll be interesting to see how the change impacts the results, but it's really hard to make any assumptions about the team as a whole, as the individuals within it will move at very different rates towards.

If you've made it this far well done. I assure you my actual courses on this are more engaging.

People often make the mistake of assuming footballers aren't normal people with different learning styles, wants, needs, personality.

 

[Tony_Kaufman]

I'm glad you finished watching the interview. I turned off halfway, he's not a natural speaker. It was painful listening to him try to put together a sentence. A conversation with him and Cole Palmer would be interesting viewing.

This does show that Selles is interested in developing, coaching and improving individuals rather than just focus on winning. I have no doubt that we will see improvements in individuals even if the results aren't as good.

 

[Harry's Game]

That interview won’t go down well with The Wilderology cult.

 

[WORKSOPBLADE]

Absolutely, I'm sure for other's in the squad the changes will be less welcome, or that change journey will take longer.

I deal with and train people on dealing with change in teams as part of my job, so for anyone interest in the (basic) psychology behind it.

When we experience major changes we follow a change curve, that's very similar to the emotional journey experienced when dealing with grief, starting with denial and eventually (although not necessarily) might to integration.
As part of that journey we tend to concentrate on and eventually process the threats of change first, looking at the opportunity associated with change tends to come later, or when we experience that positive change (as Brooks describes above). Chances are that at least some of the squad won't be in that place yet, and that's perfectly natural.

Those threats and indeed opportunities can broadly be categorised into these areas:
Status (i.e. seniority/ perception of you etc)
Certainty (fear of the unknown)
Autonomy (To what extent will I be master of my own destiny)
Relatedness/Relationships (how will it impact my work relationships)
Fairness (will any changes impact everyone equally or will it hit some harder than others)

It's hard to know the inner workings and dynamics of the team, but from what Brooks has said the change to a more hands on coaching managers he's clearly perceived as a big positive, but others may see that as a threat to their Autonomy.

Ultimately it'll be interesting to see how the change impacts the results, but it's really hard to make any assumptions about the team as a whole, as the individuals within it will move at very different rates towards.

If you've made it this far well done. I assure you my actual courses on this are more engaging.

U bend change curve … applies to many aspects of life.

 

[JohnDenver]

he's coming and telling me what need to do. What his morals are, on the pitch and off the pitch.

Eats cold soup. Has a kip at midday.

Is this what want to teach our younger generation?

 

[UmbrellaDan]

he's not exactly going to come out and bash the new regime is he?

 

[Gin&Juice]

Echoes of Van de Vaart saying Harry Redknapp basically didn't bother with any tactics.

Some managers can get away with it. But it does creep up on you when your in need of something new. That’s why tactics are always irreplaceable. Well coached teams are the standard. In contrast, tactics aside you’ll also never beat the teams that have a feel good factor, strong dressing room and a manager they believe in. It’s never going to last though. Once that goes, or is eroded, you’re basically fucked.

 

[Gin&Juice]

Brooks last season didn’t need a rocket. Naturally I think he is the modern footballer. Has all the right attributes. There were so many occasions last season where he’d play well but at the same time look like he didn’t feel he deserved to be there. Like he’d won the raffle to play for us.

 

[Carlton Blade]

Eats cold soup. Has a kip at midday.

Is this what want to teach our younger generation?

Maybe Selles is big into painting and meant murals

 

[Snake]

I think we are reading too much into this and over analysing just a tad. New manager comes in, some players say good things.................

Wow, how astonishing. I'd never believe it if I hadn't seen it with my own eyes!

FWIW I was pro Wilder at start of last season and now I am comfortable that it was time for a change and new approach and he's been replaced. Whether Selles and his methods are the right way forward, remains to be seen. I'm encouraged after York, but we haven't even put the ladder up yet, never mind got on the first rung.

 

[Sheffsteel]

I think this probably highlights that

Wilder is more of a manager/ figurehead than a coach
And Selles is more of a coach than a manager.

Not saying one is better than the other….just different.

Also as Snake has just highlighted you find all players are keen to say nice stuff about any new manager, to keep them onside.

 

[Gimli]

Well put. Wilder was 100% the right man for the vastly experienced 18/19 team. Those players needed motivation and basic instruction, to go with team wide tactical plans. This current squad lacks the maturity of that one and I think will benefit from a more hands on approach.

Horses for courses

Agreed, the 2016-2020 Wilder team was exceptionally ‘well coached’ in the sense that we were tactically pretty unique and the players all understood their roles excellently, but apart from that, I suspect his individual coaching was fairly limited - ‘lads you know your jobs, go out there and do them’

I also agree now that our younger, less experienced squad can benefit from a bit more micro management that Selles appears to offer.

 

[Bladepicker]

Eats cold soup. Has a kip at midday.

Is this what want to teach our younger generation?

Eats raw ham.

Waters down red wine with fruit juice.

Drives through red lights if turning right.

World has gone mad Jade....

 

[FTPE]

That interview won’t go down well with The Wilderology cult.

There might be players who much preferred the Wilder way dont forget, they're just not going to say it now he's gone.

 

[b1ade4life]

Interesting, perhaps not a surprise that Brooks seemingly welcomed the change, given how in and out he was this season.

I'm sure this thread could quickly descend into the pro v anti Wilder arguments, but this does at least highlight that some in the squad will welcome a change in both tactics and approach. It's easy to focus on the negatives of change, we're hardwired to do that, but with change comes positives too.

WILDER OUT !!!!!!!

 

[Snowflake]

Absolutely, I'm sure for other's in the squad the changes will be less welcome, or that change journey will take longer.

I deal with and train people on dealing with change in teams as part of my job, so for anyone interest in the (basic) psychology behind it.

When we experience major changes we follow a change curve, that's very similar to the emotional journey experienced when dealing with grief, starting with denial and eventually (although not necessarily) might to integration.
As part of that journey we tend to concentrate on and eventually process the threats of change first, looking at the opportunity associated with change tends to come later, or when we experience that positive change (as Brooks describes above). Chances are that at least some of the squad won't be in that place yet, and that's perfectly natural.

Those threats and indeed opportunities can broadly be categorised into these areas:
Status (i.e. seniority/ perception of you etc)
Certainty (fear of the unknown)
Autonomy (To what extent will I be master of my own destiny)
Relatedness/Relationships (how will it impact my work relationships)
Fairness (will any changes impact everyone equally or will it hit some harder than others)

It's hard to know the inner workings and dynamics of the team, but from what Brooks has said the change to a more hands on coaching managers he's clearly perceived as a big positive, but others may see that as a threat to their Autonomy.

Ultimately it'll be interesting to see how the change impacts the results, but it's really hard to make any assumptions about the team as a whole, as the individuals within it will move at very different rates towards.

If you've made it this far well done. I assure you my actual courses on this are more engaging.

Have you asked those who attend your courses ?

 

[Rodley]

I have no doubt that we will see improvements in individuals even if the results aren't as good.

He’s surely brought in to do both, unless we’re happier being a finishing school for more ambitious clubs?

 

[JOE SHAW 1956]

Interesting, perhaps not a surprise that Brooks seemingly welcomed the change, given how in and out he was this season.

I'm sure this thread could quickly descend into the pro v anti Wilder arguments, but this does at least highlight that some in the squad will welcome a change in both tactics and approach. It's easy to focus on the negatives of change, we're hardwired to do that, but with change comes positives too.

He didn't mention missing that sitter at Wembley..........

 

[KiwiBlade]

People often make the mistake of assuming footballers aren't normal people with different learning styles, wants, needs, personality.

Surely they already know how to football, right? I mean how hard can it be…

 

[North Shields Blade]

Brooks is someone for whom I have high hopes this season. If he were to fulfil his potential it would give a huge boost to our prospects.

 

[BalticBlade]

It's nice having a coach who's got time to coach rather than one who's too busy trying to micromanage every single part of the club

 

[Cheeky Blade]

Brooks is someone for whom I have high hopes this season. If he were to fulfil his potential it would give a huge boost to our prospects.

Definitely a player in there, let’s hope he gets the chance to step up this season.

 

[Brian Deane]

I'm glad you finished watching the interview. I turned off halfway, he's not a natural speaker. It was painful listening to him try to put together a sentence. A conversation with him and Cole Palmer would be interesting viewing.

This does show that Selles is interested in developing, coaching and improving individuals rather than just focus on winning. I have no doubt that we will see improvements in individuals even if the results aren't as good.

I'd sooner watch more entertaining football than some of the shit we watched last season and the season before even if the results take a hit. Some fucking effort and enthusiasm please. Is it too much to ask ?