Who are your Role Models?

[Manini 3,660]

Having a discussion at work today about role models and I thought it might be a good topic of discussion on here. 
 

“Role Model” (in the true sense of the word) Is probably a dodgy term when I think about it as a lot of the people I look up to have colourful pasts to be honest when you scratch beneath the surface, but they’ve all gone on to achieve amazing things in their fields. 
 

For me I would say Tyson Fury is high up on my list. Somebody who hit rock bottom both physically and mentally but turned his life around to become the Heavyweight Champion of the World. An incredible story and very inspiring on a number of different levels. 
 

Ian Botham and Kevin Pietersen are another couple of sporting ones. Both devastating cricketers on their day who made you proud to be English watching them play. Also for the great work they’ve both done for charity and animal conservation respectively. 
 

Alex Turner of the Arctic Monkeys. Incredible lyricist and my first “idol” if you like when I was growing up. Some of my very best memories ever have been at AM concerts. 
 

I could be here all day listing people that inspire me and who I look to to to be honest but I’m interested to see what other people think.
 

Who would you say and why? 

Edited 12 November 2020 by Manini

[foxfanazer 13,283]

He's made his mistakes but our very own Jamie Vardy is pretty inspirational 

[Paninistickers 2,329]

13 minutes ago, Manini said:

Having a discussion at work today about role models and I thought it might be a good topic of discussion on here. 
 

“Role Model” (in the trust sense of the word) Is probably a dodgy term when I think about it as a lot of the people I look up to have colourful pasts to be honest when you scratch beneath the surface, but they’ve all gone on to achieve amazing things in their fields. 
 

For me I would say Tyson Fury is high up on my list. Somebody who hit rock bottom both physically and mentally but turned his life around to become the Heavyweight Champion of the World. An incredible story and very inspiring on a number of different levels. 
 

Ian Botham and Kevin Pietersen are another couple of sporting ones. Both devastating cricketers on their day who made you proud to be English watching them play. Also for the great work they’ve both done for charity and animal conservation respectively. 
 

Alex Turner of the Arctic Monkeys. Incredible lyricist and my first “idol” if you like when I was growing up. Some of my very best memories ever have been at AM concerts. 
 

I could be here all day listing people that inspire me and who I look to to to be honest but I’m interested to see what other people think.
 

Who would you say and why? 

English?! 😂

[Manini 3,660]

Just now, Paninistickers said:

English?! 😂

Yes he played for England. Come on mate half the ****ing team speak Afrikaans if you think I’m going to let place of birth take away from my patriotism you are sorely mistaken! An Irishman lifted the World Cup last year ffs  

[Fox92 11,728]

3 minutes ago, Paninistickers said:

English?! 😂

Will someone shut him up! He's a great man.

 

 

[Manini 3,660]

Forgot to mention Tiger Woods. The reason why I got in to golf, and for all the stuff he did before his meltdown, then to come back after all that and his injuries and compete at the top level again. Absolutely class. 

[foxy boxing 767]

For me a role model is someone who knows how to conduct themselves in public and who offer wisdom and inspiration to people.  Someone is is able to listen to another persons view without yelling or screaming or all the theatrics. Someone you can look up to and maybe they’ve made mistakes but they own and learn from their mistakes. Someone who is humble not “ hey everyone look at me”. Someone who enjoys helping others. And wants to make society better for everyone not just themselves.

[Izzy 23,475]

There's plenty of people in the world of sport and entertainment who I admire, but for me a 'role model' is someone you know personally.

 

During my lifetime there have been 4 people who I would class as 'role models' for me, but none of you would have heard of them:

 

1. My Dad for his values, courage and ability not to get stressed or flustered in a crisis

2. My Uncle for what he achieved in business and his ability to build rapport and create relationships

3. An ex boss who gave me the best developmental feedback I ever received and helped me grow up

4. My current business mentor who has taught me so much about coaching and business in general

 

Boring I know, but there you go 

[Costock_Fox 11,854]

Shocked I’ve not been tagged yet.

[Stadt 13,151]

[Arriba Los Zorros 2,505]

Nigel Francis Pearson

 

[Trav Le Bleu 8,559]

@Izzy

[Leicesterpool 653]

As a kid Paul Merson he just looked like someone who enjoyed playing football and played it with alot of passion, never realised the problems he had off it though. David Beckham aswell I felt between 2001-2006 he was by miles England best player. Never should have been dropped by McClaren still had lot to offer and we just totally lacked them great set peices and free kicks after he left, mind Becks got the final laugh when McClaren recalled him for the final two qualifers. That moment against Greece must have inspired many kids growing up. 

Edited 13 November 2020 by Leicesterpool

[Wolfox 4,494]

On 12/11/2020 at 15:16, Paninistickers said:

English?! 😂

Old FIGJAM?

[Izzy 23,475]

Just now, Wolfox said:

Old FIGJAM?

That's golfer Phil Mickleson's nickname too 

[Dr The Singh 4,932]

Ron Jeremy

[nnfox 1,234]

I recently read Andrew Carnegie's autobiography - his philanthropic activities were pure class and clearly a super intelligent and thoughtful man.

 

Continuing on the business theme, an American guy who I hadn't heard of until recently is Marcus Lemonis.  He has a show on CNBC calle The Profit where he invests in small businesses in America.  The way he tackles problems and remains calm under pressure is an inspiration.

 

Closer to home, Jamie Vardy, of course is a classic rags to riches tale.  Kasper Schmeichel is clearly someone who takes his work very seriously and Marc Albrighton should be the role model for any aspiring young footballer.  He is the consumate pro.  Faultless in my eyes.

[Carl the Llama 9,578]

On 12/11/2020 at 15:12, foxfanazer said:

He's made his mistakes but our very own Jamie Vardy is pretty inspirational 

On 12/11/2020 at 16:40, Stadt said:

Bish bash bosh.

[Leicester_Loyal 5,360]

 

[Parafox 2,756]

I'd like to say my dad. But he sexually abused me. A lifetime affected by that. Just gotta get on with it.

If anyone has been a role model it would be my step-mum. Tolerant, wise, emotionally generous, from a simple background but with a bottomless pit of love for me. (she never knew about what my dad did)

[Pliskin 2,743]

Richie Wellens and Bill Oddie.

[shailen 1,994]

It's got to be Jamie Vardy. Even Aguero's kid is a huge fan. 

[RonnieTodger 3,655]

[Buce 11,886]

 

Mine is a Californian friend of mine, an erstwhile hiking companion. She solo thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail earlier this year, and is about to solo hike the Florida Trail.

 

No great shakes you might think but she has just turned 74. I think of her every time I get depressed at my impending old age.

Edited 20 November 2020 by Buce

[fuchsntf 5,884]

Take every Person you Meet as your Role model, listen, relate, learn & be prepared to exchange or share your experiences,

with either the young or the ones where the Eyes. twinkle between a long life's fold of winkles...I

They all have something to offer or to express....