Since 1931, the Yankees have played in the World Series 39 times and have won the championship 26 times. How has this team become such an unbeatable colossus? A large part of its success is due to recruitment practices like these:Establishing high standards. The Yankees have developed a list of organizational competencies—the measurable skills, values and behaviors that … [Read more...]
Teamwork: This is What We Can Be
Back in the day, I used to run track for my high school’s girls 440 relay team. Even all these years later, I can close my eyes and feel it: legs churning, heart pounding, as I round the curve, ready to pass the baton. I’m reaching my right hand out to place the baton in my team mate’s waiting, outstretched palm. Most days, the hand-off went smoothly, but once in awhile we … [Read more...]