Andrew Crofts is getting used to life on the touchline in interim charge of Albion's Under-23s.
Alongside Shannon Ruth, the pair have overseen a win, a defeat and four draws since taking over from Simon Rusk at the beginning of February.
“It's been really good, there's been lots of positives in the performances that the team has put in over the six games since me and Shannon [Ruth] started,” Crofts said.
“We had one really convincing win against West Ham, a close defeat to the best team in the league in Manchester City, albeit with some penalty decisions going against us. We've drawn the rest, but they could have easily been wins.
“The group have really bought into what we have tried to implement and build on from what Simon Rusk had done. I am enjoying the new role and am getting to know the boys even better. There's plenty to work on, we're really trying to hone in on how important everyday standards are, but also to emphasise that they grow and learn as much as they can when they come into work.”
It's the first time in the 36-year-old's career he has been the main man on the sidelines, but he's thoroughly enjoying the chance to lead his own team.
“I love the responsibility. It was surreal at the start in the West Ham game, but now it's starting to feel more normal. There's a lot of people behind the scenes that are supporting the team, and then it's down to the lads to go out and do the thing they love.
“If we can help from the sidelines then we're pleased. It's really nice to see in games the things you have worked hard on in training – that has given me a lot of pride.
“Football is tough, it can be the best game in the world but it's not always necessarily like that when you're starting out. You don't know what your path might hold and that can cause anxiety. We try not to focus on that, we focus on the everyday stuff and playing with no fear, which young players are good at.”
While the former Norwich City and Albion midfielder has plenty of experiences to draw on from the different managers he played under, he hasn't felt the need yet to unleash the hairdryer treatment.
“I feel like I am in the game with them, but I try and stay as calm as possible. I am very focussed on what's happening in the game. I haven't found myself shouting things yet that managers might have been shouted at me once upon a time!
“Shannon and I try and offer as much positive and constructive instruction as we can. We're just there to offer support and guidance but they know we want the best for them so they go out and perform and do the best they can.”