“I’ve never once tried to make an excuse for any of my behaviours in the past. The hardest part is owning who you actually are.” This week on Captains Sam is joined by Troy Deeney. The Birmingham City captain opens up about his tough upbringing and discusses how those early life-changing experiences - including a prison sentence - helped shaped his leadership style later in his career. Having captained teams involved in both promotions and relegations, Troy talks about the motivation needed when leading during difficult periods, as well as the importance of showing respect and being responsible for your own actions. Use #CaptainsPod to get in touch with Sam on social media and make sure you follow our LinkedIn page for extra leadership tips. Get in touch with Sam via captains@crowdnetwork.co.uk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices