Caley Thistle goalkeeper Dean Brill feels his side’s recent return to form is a measure of the character that exists within the squad.
Inverness were beaten three times on the trot before the turn of the year, with a shock 4-0 defeat by Partick Thistle followed by single-goal losses against St Johnstone and Aberdeen.
However, Caley Jags have responded by stringing together a trio of victories – against Ross County, St Mirren and Kilmarnock to boast a 100% start to 2015.
Brill never panicked about the run of losses and says a strong team spirit convinced him his side would get back to winning ways sooner rather than later.
Ahead of today’s game against Dundee United at Tannadice, Brill said: “What does it tell us about the team? Pretty much what we knew.
“We’re a tight-knit bunch. We never really got too down – the manager doesn’t let us get too down or too high when we do well.
“It just emphasises how much of a good bond there is between the boys. We were able to put those defeats behind us and kick on again.
“We started the new year well. They were tough fixtures, particularly the Highland derby against Ross County.
“Putting together a strong run is something we know we can do. We did it at the start of the season and long may that continue.
“The manager is all about the process. We carry on doing it our way, training the way we train and playing the way we play.
“In the season, we are going to lose games. We’ll likely lose some between now until the end of the season.
“It was a shame we lost three on the bounce but sometimes it can give you a kick and it has done for us. We’re looking to carry it on now.”
With wintry conditions taking effect throughout Scotland, Brill is aware most pitches will become heavier. Whatever the weather, the Englishman expects his side to be able to adapt.
Brill added: “You can use the conditions to your advantage if you play it well. It does dictate a little bit at times.
“It was a bit windy on Saturday and likely will be again at Tannadice, but that’s winter.
“Unless you are down in England’s Premier League, where the pitches are immaculate, it is going to be that way.
“I don’t think it is having too much of an effect. We’ll carry on doing what we’re doing. The manager is giving us loads of different ideas. He loves his coaching and is really emphasising different things to us.
“It’s a tough time of year but we’re halfway through the season now and can start to look forward to the business end.”