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How to build winning teams with Tom Mowbray

How to build winning teams with Tom Mowbray

Sound Leadership
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How to Build Winning Teams with England Women’s U18 Rugby Coach Tom Mowbray England Women are in the World Cup Final this week — but what does it take to coach players who reach the very top of the game? In this episode of the Sound Leadership podcast, we’re joined by Tom Mowbray, England Women’s U18s Assistant Coach, Director of Rugby at Huel Tring, and coach developer with the RFU. Tom has worked with players who are now on the world stage, and he shares the lessons from rugby that every leader, HR professional, and L&D manager can apply. From creating a one-club culture to managing egos and building environments where individuals thrive, Tom reveals the secrets to building teams that truly win together. This isn’t about scrums and lineouts—it’s about how communication, feedback, culture, and accountability fuel high performance in any team. Whether you're leading in HR, L&D, operations, or strategy, this episode will make you think differently about your role in developing people. Stay with us until the end when Tom shares his Top 3 Leadership Soundbites to help you strengthen your own leadership and team culture. Together they discuss: • What makes teams "click"—and what stops them • How to coach people without telling them what to do • Creating a “one club culture” and applying it in business • Managing egos and driving collaboration • The link between feedback, emotional intelligence, and trust • How coach education can mirror leadership development 🎧 If you lead people and want to lead better, this episode is for you. Listen, learn, and take one step toward a stronger, more resilient team culture. We’d love to hear from you! Leave a comment and let us know your biggest takeaway from this episode with Tom. Don’t forget to subscribe for more learning and development, human resources, and leadership insights. 👉 Connect with the team on LinkedIn: Dan Boniface and Darren Draper 👉 Follow the team on LinkedIn: The Sound Leadership podcast 👉 For more leadership and coaching resources, visit thebcfgroup.co.uk 👉 Meet your AI coaching companion and level up your workplace at http://37.space 👉 Learn more about our producers and communication experts at mediafirst.co.uk �� Contact us at soundleadership@thebcfgroup.co.uk And if you want to get to know the team more then head over to The Sound Leadership YouTube channel.