This course explores the foundational skills and personal attributes necessary to develop as an authentic leader in football. Learners will begin by clarifying their purpose and values, using reflective practices like journaling to raise self-awareness, and mastering frameworks such as the "You-Me-Agree" method for transformational feedback conversations. The curriculum delves into "the person behind the leader," emphasizing how building unshakeable resilience, optimizing wellbeing through lifestyle changes like sleep and time management, and mastering emotional intelligence drive leadership excellence.

The course also examines the interpersonal dynamics of leading people, focusing on systematic performance management, relationship mapping with stakeholders, and strategies for effective communication and influence. Finally, learners will explore the critical elements of building trust and managing conflict, including mastering negotiation skills, understanding the power of vulnerability, and examining the dynamic between transformational leadership and the art of followership. By completing this course learners will gain a holistic toolkit to lead authentically, manage relationships strategically, and navigate both conflict and performance development within the industry.