what does player number ten and an outstanding employee have in common? The answer which I think is simple: they both have the skills, the attitude, and the passion to excel in their respective fields. Player number ten is the one who creates opportunities, assists teammates, and scores goals. An outstanding employee is one who delivers results, supports colleagues, and achieves objectives. They both share a vision, a commitment, and a drive to succeed.
The number ten player is the heart and soul of any team. This player has the vision, the skill, the leadership, and the passion to make the game happen. They can switch from defence to offence, from pressure to creativity, from support to challenge, and from failure to success. They are not always the ones who score the most goals or get the most awards, but they are the ones who make the team shine and achieve their objectives. A good example of this is Modric, who won the Golden Ball over Messi and Cristiano because he demonstrated his value as a team player and a game-maker.
This is why I think we need a book that explores what it means to be the number ten player in any system. Not just in soccer but also in work, in life, and society. To be the one who creates value and solves problems. To be the one who makes things easier and better for others. To be the one who thinks strategically and acts effectively.
Be Modric, be number ten!
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