Ep 161 Interview Sessions with Matthew Conger

<p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In the episode you will hear:</p> <p>01:30 what it’s like taking charge of one of the biggest soccer fixtures in the world</p> <p>02:45 how Matthew prepared to referee Argentina vs. Brazil</p> <p>04:00 dealing with critics and social media</p> <p>05:15 raising the profile of refereeing</p> <p>07:00 preparing for the FIFA World Cup 2022</p> <p>08:30 showing leadership and making an impact as a referee</p> <p>10:00 decision making under extreme pressure and when doubt can be a good thing</p> <p>13:30 getting to the best outcome through non-judgmental affirmative communication</p> <p>15:30 the role of emotion in decision making</p> <p>17:00 The Emotional Culture Deck (Elephant and Riders)</p> <p>20:00 What do I need to feel to be successful?</p> <p>23:00 recognising unpleasant feelings can provide a place of strength</p> <p>25:30 operating a flat leadership model</p> <p>27:00 holistic referee development</p> <p>31:30 the role of mindfulness in attention</p> <p>33:30 one decision doesn’t define me</p> <p>35:00 from adversaries to enablers</p> <p>36:00 finding joy in the small moments</p> <p><br></p> <p>I hope this conversation inspires you to be present in the moment and intentionally create those feelings of success.</p> <p>Thank you for listening and please do share with someone you wish to inspire.</p> <p>Always love</p> <p>Ryan</p> <p><br></p> <p>Connect with Matthew</p> <p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-conger-66691491/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-conger-66691491/</a></p> <p>IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrefconger/">https://www.instagram.co