Although Mikel Arteta has talked candidly about his first “terrifying” experience as manager of Arsenal five years ago, he is now accepting the challenge of attaining excellence. The 42-year-old manager of Arsenal is the third longest-serving manager in the Premier League after successfully changing the club’s culture and turning the Gunners into a formidable title contender.
The early days of the endeavor were a little daunting, Arteta admits, but he now thrives under the constant pressure of the top flight. “I was probably terrified,” he acknowledged. It seemed intimidating to take on such a significant job in the middle of the season, especially without any prior top-level expertise or even support staff. My resolve to uphold their confidence was only strengthened by observing the decision-makers, who were so confident in my abilities. This club is really special to me, and I wanted to make sure I didn’t disappoint anyone. The only way to go was to take each day as it came, cultivate connections with the staff and players, and figure out how to make it work.”
Mikel Arteta Reflects on Early Days as Arsenal Manager
In order to do that, I essentially asked someone I worked with to let me know how they felt about working for this football team. Regardless of its employees, who have a variety of positions and duties.” After that, I got a very clear idea of their thoughts and emotions. And it was obvious that a change was necessary.The football club had its origins there. Without their roots, there would be nothing to build if they were harmed to that degree.
I essentially asked someone I worked with to share their thoughts about working for this football team in order to accomplish that. Regardless of whether its players are employees in various jobs and duties, I then had a very clear idea of their thoughts and feelings around it. Furthermore, it was obvious that a change was required.It was where the football team got its start. Without their roots, there would be nothing to build if they were harmed to that extent.
