Well said.
Just days ago, the recently retired former Ireland captain, Peter O’Mahony, referred to Andy Farrell as a “complete coach”.
It was the latest piece in the swathes of high praise that the Ireland head coach has received since reaching the upper echelons of his profession.
The feeling of warmth he brings to his squads, including the Lions, is palpable, as his is ability to build up the courage of his players.
In his latest interview, Farrell gives details into his beliefs as a leader, providing insight into why his man management is so highly thought of.
Speaking with the Irish Times, he revealed his “hatred” players staying quiet.
He said: “We don’t want to bring attention to ourselves within a crowded room. It doesn’t matter whether it’s at work or in a rugby environment or school or whatever – if you’re in a room where everyone’s paying attention to one thing, some people can decide not to speak up at all.
“And I hate that in a team environment. I hate the fact that people are just quiet and not contributing. Because the point is, we’re all trying to do this together. And whatever I’m presenting to them, just because it’s me saying it doesn’t mean that it’s fact or it’s a God-given right that that’s what we’re going to do.
“I always start off with, ‘What is it that you want to achieve?’. That allows them to think that what they’re trying to achieve is possible by contributing. That way, you make sure that you all own it, rather than just a few of you.”
Farrell’s autobiography, ‘The Only Way I Know’, is expected out on October 16.
