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Post by Deleted on Sept 5, 2023 11:10:10 GMT
Thought this was a good interview - JW raised an interesting point about the longer term, the clubs future isn't primarily about this season and league finish, but about developing off the field - as Directros, we probably don't make as much noise about that as perhaps we should.
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Post by ian on Sept 5, 2023 11:15:46 GMT
Thought this was a good interview - JW raised an interesting point about the longer term, the clubs future isn't primarily about this season and league finish, but about developing off the field - as Directros, we probably don't make as much noise about that as perhaps we should. I agree, but generally, supporters want on the pitch success, in the here and now. It's important we have a vision for the future and communicate that as much as we can (and we are doing as much as we can within some limitations imposed on us externally), but without maintaining Step 4 status, on the pitch, many of our plans become harder to implement and sustain. Finding the balance is important! |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 5, 2023 11:35:08 GMT
Thought this was a good interview - JW raised an interesting point about the longer term, the clubs future isn't primarily about this season and league finish, but about developing off the field - as Directros, we probably don't make as much noise about that as perhaps we should. I agree, but generally, supporters want on the pitch success, in the here and now. It's important we have a vision for the future and communicate that as much as we can (and we are doing as much as we can within some limitations imposed on us externally), but without maintaining Step 4 status, on the pitch, many of our plans become harder to implement and sustain. Finding the balance is important! Personally, as a Forest fan, long term is always the priority - sure, we want to win games, but without a longer term vision, then winning games is a short term buzz that fades quickly, much like a cheap coffee. The only route to sustainable, long term success, is through the bigger picture. Good job the visions being worked up and will be released soon!! |
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Post by dantheduck on Sept 5, 2023 13:00:44 GMT
Jack came across really well, as he always does when on this show. Quite rightly chose not to bring up any negatives but focused on the positives on the pitch as well as those off it. Especially handy that the presenter is of course knowledgeable about the club and it's position.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 5, 2023 13:23:55 GMT
The discussion between Jack and Ollie about young players getting a chance at Step 4 was interesting and pertinent. It's vital for the entire game that Step 4 doesn't exclusively become somewhere older players go for a final pay day.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 5, 2023 13:29:11 GMT
Jack came across really well, as he always does when on this show. Quite rightly chose not to bring up any negatives but focused on the positives on the pitch as well as those off it. Especially handy that the presenter is of course knowledgeable about the club and it's position. Yes, JW always talks with passion about football and the club - hopefully you'll be able to make the Gold Club lunch on 30th Sept to get an update from Jack. |
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Post by ohduckinghell on Sept 5, 2023 13:40:31 GMT
Thought this was a good interview - JW raised an interesting point about the longer term, the clubs future isn't primarily about this season and league finish, but about developing off the field - as Directros, we probably don't make as much noise about that as perhaps we should. To your last point Simon, while it doesn't bother me particularly, I do notice it seems to bother others just for what it's worth. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 5, 2023 13:55:05 GMT
Thought this was a good interview - JW raised an interesting point about the longer term, the clubs future isn't primarily about this season and league finish, but about developing off the field - as Directros, we probably don't make as much noise about that as perhaps we should. To your last point Simon, while it doesn't bother me particularly, I do notice it seems to bother others just for what it's worth. No, I agree - its something we are working on -its not something we delibrately hold back on - I just think it doesn't surface with so much going on - we have a new partner to annouce very shortly, once we have all their information.
I'm planning on a directors statememt several times throughout the season, like the preseason one we did. In any case, people can always drop me an email and I'll try and answer any questions as best that I can, simon.lacey@oliverlacey.com or people can come and see me on match days, if they prefer. |
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Post by ian on Sept 5, 2023 14:25:27 GMT
Thought this was a good interview - JW raised an interesting point about the longer term, the clubs future isn't primarily about this season and league finish, but about developing off the field - as Directros, we probably don't make as much noise about that as perhaps we should. To your last point Simon, while it doesn't bother me particularly, I do notice it seems to bother others just for what it's worth. I'll add to Simon's words about this; sometimes I think because we are a 'small' club, where just about everyone knows everyone (despite some feeling the need to hide behind anonymity on here...  ), the expectation is that we can disclose everything that is going on behind the scenes. I appreciate the frustration at 'no news' being sent out, but it must be remembered that some of what we do know is sensitive information until we do release it and sometimes we don't make comment, because there really is nothing to say. Rather than set gossip mills churning, we release what we can when we can. That timeline might not suit everyone, but anyone who has worked in business at a managerial level will appreciate the need for confidentiality and discretion at times? Obviously the hot potato for the past few months has been the Fairford Leys project, but again, until we have information that can be released, we have to stay silent. Simon has 'teased' the release of a Business Plan shortly; we are excited about this and keen to share it, but it is what it is, simply our plan about how we can manage a facility back in the town. As with all Business Plans, we hope it will come to fruition, the work that has been put into this certainly merits it. However, we don't own the land, decisions are being made outside of the club that could affect the plans, but we really hope that we can see some positive news come out of this. |
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), the expectation is that we can disclose everything that is going on behind the scenes. I appreciate the frustration at 'no news' being sent out, but it must be remembered that some of what we do know is sensitive information until we do release it and sometimes we don't make comment, because there really is nothing to say. Rather than set gossip mills churning, we release what we can when we can. That timeline might not suit everyone, but anyone who has worked in business at a managerial level will appreciate the need for confidentiality and discretion at times?