The Fulham boss is encouraged by what he has seen so far but wants to make the breakthrough, even if it comes in the Carling Cup.
"I've come into a new club and am trying new things and not dismantling what was there but adding a more positive slant, certainly away from home," he said.
"It's been a good start in those terms and we will look to keep that going against Stoke, who are always very strong at home."