11 Commandments of Motivating Players - Sir Bobby Robson (Patreon)

TO BUILD A TEAM OF MOTIVATED PLAYERS A GOOD COACH SHOULD:

1. Be able to control himself before he can control them (the team).

2. Be passionate about the subject (in this case football).

3. Be open minded - a good listener.

4. A winner - single minded about the ultimate outcome.

5. Honest - to gain respect - fair.

6. Command discipline.

7. Set good examples.

8. Understand individuals (what makes them tick?).

9. React positively to criticism (decreases the stress).

10. Be positive and confident himself to give confidence to others.

11. Be trustworthy.