It’s something those in the corridors of power believe has not been seen enough of at Fratton Park in recent years.
So with Mousinho set to be thrown into the deep end with a home game against Exeter today, what can we expect from his first starting XI?
Well, after just one training session with his newly-inherited group, implementing that straight away could prove difficult.
But with the former Oxford man desperate to make a good first impression on the fan base and determined to get the Blues back to winning ways, there’s no doubt that message will have been heard loud and clear by the players.
Mousinho will also be keen to put his stamp on the starting XI, irrespective of his newness to the job.
So with a track record of playing in a 4-3-3 system at Oxford, here’s how we think the Blues could line up against the Grecians.
9. Reeco Hackett - central-midfield 3
A bit of a left-field selection, a bit like Mousinho's appointment. Hackett clearly has bags of ability. The problem is, we just don't see it often enough. He'll be viewed as someone who can execute Mousinho's plan. Could a new role be found for him to kick-start his Blues career? Photo: Paul Thompson
10. Owen Dale - right-wing
Fast, tenacious, aggressive and always wanting to play on the front foot. Dale is a certainty to start against Exeter. Photo: Jason Brown
11. Colby Bishop - centre-forward
Mousinho knows all too well the threat the Blues' top scorer possess on the pitch. Has the joint-best shot conversation stats in the division - so it's vital Bishop gets the service he deserves. Photo: Jason Brown
12. Ronan Curtis - left-wing
Curtis has been in and out of the team this season and struggled for form. It's no doubt been a frustrating time for the forward. However, is that all about to change? Mousinho knows all too well what sort of character the Irishman is and will want to channel that as he looks to get off to a winning start. Photo: Paul Thompson