Ep52 - The Method Meets Reality - Why Good Processes Get Rejected.
Episode 52 of the A.I. In Football podcast, hosted by Tom Butterfield & David Bromley, titled "Ep52 - The Method Meets Reality - Why Good Processes Get Rejected." was published on April 3, 2026 and runs 40 minutes.
April 3, 2026 ·40m · A.I. In Football
Episode Description
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Summary
This episode explores the challenges of implementing structured recruitment processes in football clubs, emphasising the importance of understanding human dynamics and organisational culture. Hosts discuss resistance patterns, practical steps for adoption, and how to align processes with real-world decision-making.
Key Topics
- Resistance patterns in recruitment implementation
- Diagnosing human and organisational failures
- Practical steps for adopting structured processes
- The importance of culture and ownership in change management
- Decision logs as protection for recruiters
- The role of the manager's voice in system alignment
- The importance of small wins in change management
- Overcoming resistance from high-level stakeholders
- Time scales for embedding new recruitment methods
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