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In this conversation with Courtnall Skosan, Warren Abrahams shares his journey from South Africa to the UK, discussing the challenges and risks he took to establish himself in the rugby coaching world. He reflects on the importance of connecting with players, building relationships, and the role of happiness in coaching. Warren also highlights his experiences coaching rugby at various levels and the significance of personal growth and mentorship in his career. In this conversation with Courtnall, Warren Abrahams reflects on his journey as a rugby coach and the significance of representation in sports. He discusses the bittersweet nature of his achievements, the importance of communication and mental health, and the need for individualized player development. Warren emphasizes the necessity of preparing for life after rugby and building a personal brand through social media. He talks about the social media marketing guru, Garyvee, and shares his views on how important it is to use the attention that is on social media to build something of significance outside of rugby. The conversation between Warren Abrahams and Courtnall Skosan concludes with quickfire questions that reveal more about Warren's personality and values.

00:00 Introduction and Background

04:51 Journey from South Africa to the UK

13:32 The Call to Coaching

19:53 Connecting with Players

25:53 The Importance of Relationships in Coaching

35:20 Reflections on Happiness and Personal Growth

44:28 Breaking Barriers in Coaching

45:04 Reflecting on a Bittersweet Journey

49:21 The Impact of Representation in Coaching

52:40 The Importance of Communication and Mental Health

57:36 Individualized Player Development

01:04:01 Preparing for Life After Rugby

01:09:24 Building a Personal Brand and Networking

01:15:14 Quickfire Questions and Closing Thoughts

01:16:13 Outro to the Conversation

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