RIGHT JOB WILL COME MY WAY

WAITING FOR my next opportunity in management has given me plenty of time to learn and improve.

From going out to games and observing other coaches, it’s been an interesting period.

I had an interview for a Football League vacancy, which was a really good experience. I’m a bit OCD so I have to know every detail – I was prepared! And to get a confidence boost that I was down to the last three above some decent names was nice too.

Would I change anything from the interview? No, I felt I interviewed well. I won’t change who I am. I know some would to get a job. But I am what I am. I work hard and do my homework for every team I’m involved with.

I watched a video on YouTube with Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony about how to interview well. There were some good tips to take. As he said, without being too confident, you’ve got to half interview the people who are interviewing you as well.

There’s a fine line between thinking you’ve got a job, but he said it shows confidence in your ability you feel comfortable asking questions.

I believe in my personality and I feel maybe I’m a little different to some managers because of my background. For some it’s one way or the highway. I believe in adaptability.

I had a coffee with a NonLeague club in the week and I’ve had some other offers that haven’t been quite right.

Don’t get me wrong, I’m not naïve to keep staying away from it. But I know I’ve got to take a challenge at the right club.