Juan, Russell Earnshaw & John Fletcher in Singapore & Malaysia
“This feels quite weird but weird is good and it usually means change”. “This makes perfect sense; Why haven’t we been doing this?”. “I love the fact that everything is about their learning and not the coaches’ role”. “Straight into play, get them going, they just want to play”. “You guys have made an impact and I am sure we will see our coaches implementing loads of these stuff as from tomorrow”. All of the above quotes are from coaches, teachers and decisions makers within the organisations we have had the pleasure of spending time with (and getting spoiled by!).
Thank you!
The concept of bringing new ideas to an alien environment tends to usually mean some resistance, disagreements or simply a feeling of ‘thats all good, however…’ During the last few days we have experienced nothing like it! Professional educators and coaches, parents and volunteers have welcomed us with open open arms and I am leaving with the sensation of seeing loads of light bulbs going off. It has been quite obvious, that the people in charge of the children experiences and learning environments around here have had the ‘this isn’t quite right, there must be another way’ thought at the back of their minds for some time and that’s where Magic Academy and Sudamerica Coaching can potentially help out.
My take aways have been loads however some that come in to my head right now…
- The importance of developing coaches for the future game;
- Volunteers are passionated no doubt, however they need some tools and support;
- Ditch the drills, yes completely, no buts, just don’t do any more;
- Make people feel welcomed and cared for…
- Never impose
There is no doubt we will be retuning to this part of the world soon. If you are an organisation out there that would like support developing your talent, culture and environment, innovation and creativity, leadership skills, building resilience, performance coaching or simply would like to explore how to built highly effective teams do get in touch: info@sudmericacoaching.com.
Fletch & Rusty it’s been an absolute pleasure. Thank you for the trust #Projects
The Pod
Juan, Rusty & Fletch go over their highlights during the Magic Academy & Sudamerica Coaching trip to Singapore & Asia. All at the roll of a dice whilst waiting for their laundry to finish. What could go wrong!?
Listen to the podcast here.
