Michael Kightly rose from non-league Grays Athletic to the Premier League with Wolverhampton Wanderers. Signed by Mick McCarthy in the 2006/07 season, he made over 120 appearances for the club, achieving promotion to the Premier League in 2009 and being selected in the PFA Championship Team of the Season. During his time at the club, he also achieved international recognition by being capped for England at U21 level. Michael has also played for Stoke City and Burnley in the Premier League, and has also represented Southend United, Watford and Burton Albion. In this episode, we hear from Michael as to what constitutes effective leadership, why the Championship winning side at Wolves was the best dressing room he has been in, and why it is important to keep things simple in high-stakes situations. Michael openly reflects on the challenges he experienced with his mental health during a prolonged injury, and he offers suggestions as to how we can best support players going through difficult times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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