Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 30/09/2026It’s that crushing sense of simply being let down. It’s just like the time we had to remove all our Rolf Harris artwork from our house. #CTID 011
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 27/09/2026An apron from a more innocent time - before the corruption 😂 010
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 26/09/2026Those Oasis b*stards wanted to charge me £266 for the privilege of sitting in MY seat. Sod that! I’m hoping Johnny Marr may tour next year with his new album. I’d prefer a proper Blue to have my money. 010
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Looking forward to the Vauxhall Conference League next season 😂 010
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 19/09/2026I’m sure De Zerbi will be eyeing up the City fixture in January as an opportunity to turn things around. 000
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 16/09/2026The only solution to this outrageous position United find themselves in - and it definitely isn’t their fault - is to award Untied the 3-points from the Derby AND, if City win tomorrow night, United should be given their place in the next round. 040
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 16/09/2026This isn’t fair. It is all down to Haaland’s controversial goal being allowed on Sunday. If that was chalked off, as it should have been, United would have won tonight. It’s an outrage. 2153
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 13/09/2026Oh well, 0-0 at half time with 12 against 10. I’ll take that. But this is for the taking. Got to keep an attacking mindset. Come on City 🩵 @mancity.com #MCFC 020
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 05/09/2026First game of the season. Prematch ritual of course, Northern Soul GrillEd Cheese. And hopefully a big win. New seats in the new stand - really looking forward to it 🩵 #WeAreCity #MCFC @mancity.com 030
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 11/08/2026From initial idea to my book being published - 10-years! I’d spend an afternoon rewriting a single sentence. Then give up for weeks and months because it was too hard. The reality is none of it really mattered. Except to me. 000
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 26/07/2026Went to see Odyssey last night. More than a little disappointed. Homer’s last film had Spider Pig in it. Not even Bart, Lisa or Marge in this one. It was more like Lord of the Rings without the little fellas with big hairy feet. I can see why Elon Rusk is having such a tantrum. 4/10 from me 👎 010
Reposted by Simon JacksonSimon Jackson @simonjackson.co.uk · 22/07/2026open.substack.com/pub/thesales...open.substack.com"I Say It Like It Is." The Badge of Honour That's Quietly Costing You.Where communication is actually judged — and why the responsibility to adjust sits with the leader, not the listener. 011
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 05/07/2026A message to all the players at the Football World Cup. Watch this video and then have a long hard look at yourself. youtu.be/zgESWSGaUgEyoutu.beRUGBY TOUGH: Women's player Georgia Page breaks her nose, stays on to make try saving tackle.YouTube video by Rugby Today 000
Reposted by Simon JacksonSimon Jackson @simonjackson.co.uk · 04/07/2026There is a 25% off my book until 31 August via my publisher – practicalinspiration.com/book/stop-ma... Code SMSL25 at checkout. 011
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 21/06/2026A quick reminder that Fathers are not real. They were created by the global gift card industry, first introduced in the 1950s, as a ploy to part you from your hard earned cash. Don’t fall for it. Anyway, here’s a photo of a cool dude who is missed deeply everyday. Have a good one, ya’ll 🩵 010
Reposted by Simon JacksonSimon Jackson @simonjackson.co.uk · 19/06/2026The Ladder Problem: If AI Replaces the Bottom Rung, What Happens Next? substack.com/@thesaleslea...substack.comThe Ladder Problem: If AI Replaces the Bottom Rung, What Happens Next?The Ladder Problem: If AI Replaces the Bottom Rung, What Happens Next? 011
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 06/06/2026We invented the weekend www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukWas the weekend really invented in Greater Manchester?Salford is holding a free festival for all the family to celebration the invention of the weekend. 000
Reposted by Simon JacksonSimon Jackson @simonjackson.co.uk · 29/05/2026open.substack.com/pub/thesales...open.substack.comExperience Isn't Enough. It's How and Why That Matter Most.Job experience is one of the weakest predictors of future performance. Here's what to look for instead. 031
Reposted by Simon JacksonSimon Jackson @simonjackson.co.uk · 27/05/2026Hire Like It Matters (Because It Does) open.substack.com/pub/thesales...open.substack.comHire Like It Matters (Because It Does)Hiring is the first system in your culture. Most leaders treat it like an emergency. 031
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 26/05/2026This IS how it feels to be City 🩵 What a send off for Pep. Apparently when Ferguson left he got a gold plated watch and half a bottle of scotch 😅 #WeAreCity #MCFC #CTID 010
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 25/05/2026Heading to the @mancity.com After Party to say our farewells to Pep, Bernie, and Johnny 🩵 #MCFC #CTID 040
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 25/05/2026The new Pep Guardiola Stand looked and sounded amazing. An emotional day! #MCFC #CTID 020
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 25/05/2026@nataliepike.bsky.social not sure if you’re still on Bluesky but wanted to say you did an amazing job yesterday. Highly emotional but you brought it all together 🙏 030
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 22/05/2026Oh well, wishful thinking that Pep might stay. Still, not all bad news Carrick confirmed as United manager 😅 000
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 09/05/2026Captain, my captain!! With my prematch Northern Soul Grilled Cheese Good result. Preverbal game of two halves We Are City! 🩵 #MCFC 010
Reposted by Simon JacksonSimon Jackson @simonjackson.co.uk · 30/04/2026open.substack.com/pub/thesales...open.substack.comThe Trouble Is… There's No Accountability.Why demanding accountability without building responsibility and ownership first is a losing strategy. 021
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 24/04/2026Got an Uber from the station earlier. As I get in… Driver: Do you mind if I put some music on? Me: Sure, go for it. Driver: (Turning to face me) Embrace or Kiss? Me: Wow wow, easy tiger. Let’s start with the music and see where the mood takes us. 000
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 22/04/2026Crikey, Pep’s definitely going for it with that selection. I was expecting some rotation and for him to rest a couple of the guys. Sorry Burnley 😉 000
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 18/04/2026Taking us back to The Haçienda, Doves with a bit of Manchester House at Co-op Arena tonight 🩵 000
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 18/04/2026Doves at the Co-op Arena sounding amazing tonight ahead of James 🩵 000
Reposted by Simon JacksonSimon Jackson @simonjackson.co.uk · 13/04/2026"That feels like micromanaging." Three clients. Same word. Same fear. Same retreat from the very things that make leaders effective. My newsletter unpacks why the label is doing too much work. www.linkedin.com/pulse/feels-... #StopManagingStartLeading #TheSalesLeadersCoach #SalesLeadershiplinkedin.com"That Feels Like Micromanaging." Does It?I try to write these newsletters in real time based on conversations I'm having, patterns I'm seeing in clients, things that keep repeating until I can't ignore them. It isn't the most efficient way t... 021
Reposted by Simon JacksonSimon Jackson @simonjackson.co.uk · 30/03/2026Six months ago today, Stop Managing, Start Leading was published. Grateful for the feedback, reviews, and, most importantly, how people are using it in practice. It’s also been put forward for the Business Book Awards 2026. A small ask: 121
Reposted by Simon JacksonPractical Inspiration Publishing @practicalinspiration.com · 30/03/2026Happy 6-month book-aversary to Simon Jackson and Stop Managing, Start Leading! 🥂🍾 The ultimate guide for sales managers and leaders ready to elevate their game. #businessbook 022
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 27/03/2026Richard Ashcroft on top form last night in Liverpool. Looking forward to seeing him again at Neighbourhood Weekend. 100
Reposted by Simon JacksonLoorLas @loorlas.bsky.social · 24/03/2026Cheers, lads @noisypod.bsky.social Got this stuck in my head all day now 154
Reposted by Simon JacksonSimon Jackson @simonjackson.co.uk · 18/03/2026A small milestone I’m pleased to share. Stop Managing, Start Leading has been entered into the Business Book Awards 2026. Great to be alongside so many strong titles and authors. If it helps sales leaders build better environments for their teams, it’s doing its job. #BBA2026 #SalesLeadership 021
Reposted by Simon JacksonSimon Jackson @simonjackson.co.uk · 14/03/2026The average CRO tenure is 18 months. It isn’t a performance problem. It’s a structural one, accountability for revenue without control of the drivers behind it. This week’s newsletter explores why, and what shifts the odds. #SalesLeadership www.linkedin.com/pulse/eighte...linkedin.comEighteen Months. Is That Really All a CRO Gets?I recently had the pleasure of being a guest on the next + future podcast with Joel and Matt . One of the questions they asked me has stayed with me since. 011
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 11/03/2026Is there any way to scrub any record of Joey Barton ever being connected with City? The guy is scum. 000
Simon Jackson @simon-jackson.bsky.social · 04/03/2026Big game tonight. Just waiting for the Match Day bus with a pint to settle the nerves. #CTID #MCFC #WeAreCity #ManCityvForest 000