In this episode, Ross and John speak with Bernard Jackman, Leinster and Ireland International and coach to FCG Grennoble and The Dragons. Bernard shares his transition from a 14 year career in professional rugby to the corporate world and why sports leadership is akin to business leadership.
We cover:
- How traditional farming meant I was always selling to people.
- Why he chose Japanese because it’s that different and a conversation starter.
- Why he feels mindset and adaptability are the cornerstones of success.
- How to identify a leader regardless of culture.
- Keeping 3 things front and centre each day and how to get it done.
- Prep, prep prep…. Period!
- How to deal with perfectionism and how a difficult team member may not be what they seem.
- Spotting raw talent and deciding what to do next.
- How data has replaced gut feel and how it serves you better.
- Why COVID is the ultimate test of adaptability in the new ‘Abnormal’.
- Always deliver as people remember those who deliver.
- Crisis as an opportunity!
- The jungle as a learning environment.
- To be successful seek out those who are already being successful.
- How the ‘Craic’ has opened doors for me internationally.
