Ange Postecoglou, manager of Tottenham Hotspur, brings positive change to the club and creates a relaxed, enjoyable environment. The podcast explores achieving goals through motivation, the influence of managers on teams, and creating enjoyable environments for success. It emphasizes the importance of having fun in the workplace and the transformative power of sport.
Ange Postecoglou has transformed the culture at Tottenham Hotspur, leading to improved morale and performance of the players.
Postecoglou's emphasis on communication and cultural change has created a more positive and enjoyable atmosphere within the team, motivating the players to take ownership and resolve issues themselves.
Deep dives
Transforming the Club's Culture: Angie Posterkoglu's Impact on Tottenham Hotspur
Angie Posterkoglu, the manager of Tottenham Hotspur, has brought about a transformation in the culture of the club, leading to a positive change in the mood and performance of the players. Under his leadership, Spurs have started the season strongly and are currently placed second in the league. Posterkoglu emphasizes the importance of cultural change and how it can influence results. He empowers the players, giving them the freedom and responsibility to resolve issues themselves, fostering a sense of ownership and trust within the team. Posterkoglu's approach includes creating a more enjoyable and inclusive environment, with shorter meetings and allowing players to stay at home before games. The positive effects of his cultural change are evident in the players' increased motivation, enjoyment of the game, and improved performance.
Reconnecting with the Values of the Club: Posterkoglu's Vision for Tottenham Hotspur
Posterkoglu's appointment as Spurs manager aligns with the club's vision of reconnecting with their values. He emphasizes playing good football and providing opportunities for young players. Posterkoglu aims to lift the spirits of the club and remind everyone that football should be enjoyed. He focuses on empowering the players, encouraging them to take responsibility and resolve issues among themselves. His leadership has also brought about changes in the leadership group, promoting players who embody the club's values and creating a more positive and enjoyable atmosphere within the team.
The Power of Effective Communication: Posterkoglu's Oratory Skills
Posterkoglu's communication skills play a significant role in his success as a manager. He excels in public speaking and effectively articulates his message to players, fans, and the media. His team talks are often inspiring and motivational, creating a strong connection with the players. Posterkoglu's ability to communicate the purpose and values of the team, along with his empathetic approach, resonates with the fans and creates a positive atmosphere. Communication is a key factor in building a cohesive and motivated team.
Achieving Goals Obliquely: Posterkoglu's Approach to Training and Motivation
Posterkoglu's training methods and motivational approach differ from traditional, rigid methods used by previous managers. He aims to create a fun and enjoyable environment where players are motivated to give their best. Posterkoglu focuses on varied training sessions, shorter meetings, and empowering the players to take ownership of their performance. He believes that achieving goals obliquely, through motivation and enjoyment, can be more effective than strict instruction. The players' increased motivation, willingness to give extra effort, and improved performance reflect the success of this approach.
Last week I read something wonderful about the culture of Tottenham Hotspur, I contacted the writer and it felt like it was worth putting out quickly. We’ve got a couple of podcast recorded with Matt and Ellen so we’ll be back for a fuller episode next week.
Ange Postecoglou has been the manager of Spurs, Tottenham Hotspur, for around a hundred days. In that time he’s started something of a transformation. And I can tell that because the Spurs fans I know how have started smiling. Spurs have started the season well, currently sitting 2nd in the Premier League. But more than that the players seem to be happy and are playing exciting football.
There was a brilliant article by Charlie Ecceshare from The Athletic looking into the culture of the club under Ange, the article talked about how the mood of the club has been transformed.
For anyone interested in the impact that cultural change can create it was a fascinating read, full of specifics and clear actions.
Aren’t all of us looking to change the mood of our jobs? I got in touch with Charlie and we talked about Postecoglou, culture and the impact that culture has on results.
In the show note you’ll find links to Charlie’s articles, YouTube clips of some team talks we discuss and some other things that you might find of interest, like an interview with Gary Lineker.
Thank you to Charlie, all of the articles mentioned are in the show notes. What a fabulous discussion. I’m grateful for him taking the time to chat to me. If you’re interested in workplace culture you can sign up to the newsletter in the show notes - and also check out previous episodes on Liverpool FC, Barcelona and the All Blacks.