The High Performance Podcast

E160 - Eddie Howe: Turnaround: how to improve a culture

Nov 7, 2022

Eddie Howe, the head coach of Newcastle United, shares his journey as a professional football manager. He reflects on a challenging period after leaving Bournemouth, comparing it to a grieving process. The discussion touches on the themes of obsession in coaching and the importance of individual player development. Howe emphasizes creating a positive team culture by fostering deep connections and understanding each player's strengths. He also explores the balance between joy and ambition in achieving success, advocating for character development over accolades.

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Intro

6min

The Road to Coaching Redemption

15min

Reflections on Growth and Coaching Challenges

23min

Navigating Confrontation and Fostering Team Culture

4min

Building Connections for Team Success

23min

The Impact of Coaching on Team Culture and Personal Sacrifice

6min

Joy vs. Ambition in the Path to Success

11min

The Journey of Intentional Travel: Finding Joy Beyond Borders

4min

Exploring the Power of Curiosity and Connection

4min

Eddie Howe is a professional football manager and former player, he is currently the head coach of Newcastle United. In this episode they discuss the difficult period Eddie experienced after leaving Bournemouth, likening it to a grieving period. During his year out, he was unsure if he would ever return to managing players, but he quickly found himself noting down training lessons until it consumed his everyday life.

Obsession is a key theme in this episode, they debate whether obsession should be strived for or is always damaging. They explore Eddie’s managing philosophy, why he focuses deeply on the individual and how that affects his players and how he navigates the high standards he sets for himself…

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