Alan believes every head coach has untapped potential. He specializes in developing more connected, resilient and confident leaders that enjoy the journey to consistent high performance.
Being a head coach can be one of the most rewarding jobs in the world, but it is also full of challenges like isolation, burnout and pressure. Through one to one coaching, Alan builds a peer to peer partnership with head coaches based on trust. He supports, empowers and challenges head coaches to perform at their best and to bring out the best in others. Alan collaborates with head coaches to piece together the high performance puzzle and ease the burden of leadership.
Outcomes
- The head coach is a more connected, resilient and confident leader.
- The head coach stays focused and performs better in high pressure moments.
- The head coach prepares, performs and reflects throughout the season.
- The head coach improves self-care and reduces burnout.
If you are a head coach and interested in working together, please email alan@realtalks.ie. You can also learn more about Alan here!
Testimonials
“Working with Alan has been an invaluable experience for me as a head coach. His guidance helped me develop a more thoughtful and intentional approach to leadership, communication, and team dynamics. Alan’s ability to challenge my thinking and provide actionable insights allowed me to grow not only as a coach but also as a mentor to my players. His expertise in fostering effective dialogue enabled me to build stronger relationships with my team and staff, which has ultimately elevated my ability to lead with clarity and confidence. Alan’s mentorship has had a lasting impact on my personal and professional development, and I couldn’t recommend him highly enough.”
Peter Coughlan, Head Coach, Manhattanville University Women’s Soccer