Ep 161 Interview Sessions with Matthew Conger

On episode 161 I am joined by Matthew Conger, FIFA referee and Holistic Leadership Development Consultant. Matthew has taken charge of soccer games at the 2016 and 2020 Olympic Games, 2018 FIFA World Cup and is currently preparing for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. We have a great conversation about leadership, being present in the moment and the power of defining how you need to feel in order to be successful. In the episode you will hear: 01:30 what it’s like taking charge of one of the biggest soccer fixtures in the world 02:45 how Matthew prepared to referee Argentina vs. Brazil 04:00 dealing with critics and social media 05:15 raising the profile of refereeing 07:00 preparing for the FIFA World Cup 2022 08:30 showing leadership and making an impact as a referee 10:00 decision making under extreme pressure and when doubt can be a good thing 13:30 getting to the best outcome through non-judgmental affirmative communication 15:30 the role of emotion in decision making 17:00 The Emotional Culture Deck (Elephant and Riders) 20:00 What do I need to feel to be successful? 23:00 recognising unpleasant feelings can provide a place of strength 25:30 operating a flat leadership model 27:00 holistic referee development 31:30 the role of mindfulness in attention 33:30 one decision doesn’t define me 35:00 from adversaries to enablers 36:00 finding joy in the small moments I hope this conversation inspires you to be present in the moment and intentionally create those feelings of success. Thank you for listening and please do share with someone you wish to inspire. Always love Ryan Connect with Matthew LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-conger-66691491/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/mrefconger/ Connect with Always Better than Yesterday Website: www.alwaysbetterthanyesterday.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/alwaysbetterthanyesterdayuk TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@abty_uk LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/abty Thank you to our friends at Elevate OM, proud supporters of the Always Better than Yesterday Interview Sessions. Head to www.elevateom.com for stunning websites at sensible prices. Don't forget to subscribe and come join our community on Facebook www.facebook.com/groups/weareABTY