The Dutchman, despite leading Liverpool to the Premier League title last season, accepts he won't receive the same patience as predecessor Jurgen Klopp.
"I got this question a few months ago and I was a bit surprised but when I later thought about it, I think it's harder now because there's so much being said about football, so much more than 10 years ago," said the Reds boss.
"The moment you start to lose one or two games now, then there's much more being spoken about it and much more emphasis on it. So that makes it more difficult. I think the job has become harder because of all the media attention.
"Jurgen did so well, Pep (Guardiola) did so well, but the biggest accomplishment is maybe to do this job for 10 years, because it's hard work, I can tell you. Many people work hard, but it's also mentally hard.
"Is the power more with the players now than it's ever been before? I would argue that is true. I don't think that has changed in football.
"The question is always do owners or the people who decide listen to players if, if, if they are not positive about you. And that's different in every club."