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Training Ground Guru Podcast

Steven Reid: The person as well as the player

Jul 19, 2022
Steven Reid, former Premier League midfielder and Republic of Ireland international turned successful coach, discusses his new role as a confidence, wellbeing, and leadership coach. He reflects on coping with imposter syndrome, the importance of staff support, and the secrets of Steve Cooper's success. Reid shares insights into being a first-team coach, whether top players make top coaches, and the value of coaching as a profession. He also talks about the different managers he's played under and remembers his best moments in his playing career.
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  • Steven Reid has established a consultancy to support players and coaching staff with leadership, confidence, and well-being in football.
  • Building strong relationships, open communication, and empathy are significant for creating a positive and supportive environment within football clubs.

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Launching a Consultancy for Player Well-being

Stephen Reed, a former professional football player and now a first-team coach, has announced the establishment of his own consultancy to assist players with leadership, confidence, and well-being. The focus of his consultancy is not only on players but also extends to coaching staff, who often face intense pressures and can be overlooked in terms of support. Reed plans to work with individual players as well as organizations like the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) and the Premier League. He aims to provide mentorship and guidance while normalizing the challenges players and coaches face.

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