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Say what you like about the All-Black rugby result at the weekend, it was the result that counted (i.e. a win) given the new players tested on the day. Some did well, some didn’t, but that’s sport. For me, a question arises from this demand to win though: In business, how you would react as the Leader of your business knowing they have already appointed your successor well in advance? Even worse, the media are interviewing that person for comment on your organisation’s performance even before you leave – irrespective of how well that successor handles the situation. I believe it a terrible situation to put anyone in when a topflight performance is still demanded of you as the coach at a pending World Cup. An appalling approach to driving your organisation’s top-tier performance – don’t you think? What are your thoughts on this? Put aside your team bias and think business.

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🏏 What a game! England's semi-final victory over the Netherlands was a masterclass in determination, skill, and teamwork. From dominating the first half with a sensational goal by H. Kane to facing another extra 30 minutes, the tension was palpable. But it was a superb late strike on the turn from substitute Ollie Watkins, on for Kane, that sent England into their second successive European Championship final on a dramatic night in Dortmund. Every player gave their all, showcasing the true spirit of competition. It was a display of strategic brilliance, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Congratulations to the entire team and support staff for this remarkable achievement. Your hard work and dedication have inspired fans and aspiring athletes across the globe. Let's carry this momentum forward to the finals. The dream is within reach! 🏆 Here are some key takeaways for everyday life: ■Teamwork: Achieving great things often requires collaboration and trust in your team. ■Resilience: Stay composed under pressure and never give up, even when the outcome seems uncertain. ■Adaptability: Be ready to step up and shine when unexpected opportunities arise. ■Dedication: Hard work and preparation are the foundations of success. ■Momentum: Use each victory, no matter how small, as a stepping stone to bigger achievements. #Football #TeamEngland #Victory #Inspiration #Teamwork #Dedication

Balance, a starting point for success; Learning, the key to success; Pleasure, the driving force behind performance. Between driving technique, physical preparation, mental preparation and continuing to study, it will also be the support of those close to you that will ensure a great season. Let's get started ! #racing #mentalpreparation #performance

What if... Poland and the Netherlands Joined Forces?   Last night, the Netherlands and Poland clashed on the field, with the Dutch edging out a 2-1 victory. But it got us thinking at Bartley...   What if the best players from Poland teamed up with the best players from the Netherlands?   Just imagine Lewandowski and Van Dijk on the same side, or Zieliński and De Jong orchestrating the midfield magic! Would this dream team be unstoppable? Could they bring home the European Championship trophy? 🏆🇵🇱🇳🇱   At Bartley, we believe in the power of collaboration and combining strengths. While we're all about helping Polish talent find their perfect match in the Netherlands, maybe it's time to extend that teamwork to the pitch!   Whether it's in business or football, great things happen when we work together. 💪✨ Let's celebrate the talents of both nations and keep dreaming big!   #BartleyRecruitment #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork #EuropeanChampionship #FootballFantasy #Netherlands #Poland #BetterTogether #RecruitmentWithADifference

As I enjoyed this Father's Day weekend watching the Euro Cup with my kids, I'm reminded of the beauty of the game and the importance of teamwork. This tourney gives us an opportunity to reflect on the tournament's rich history and the teams that have etched their names in football glory. Individual talent has always been crucial, but we've seen time and again that it's not just about having stars on your team - it's about a cohesive unit working towards a common goal. Johan Cruyff's legendary words resonate deeply: "Football is a team sport, and no one player can win a game alone." We've seen teams with less individual talent achieve greatness through teamwork and cohesion, like Spain's 2010 World Cup-winning team, who were a masterclass in teamwork, with Andrés Iniesta saying, "We are a team, a family, working together towards our goals." Similarly, Germany's 2014 World Cup-winning coach, Joachim Löw, attributed their success to team unity, saying, "The team is the star, not individual players." As we look ahead to the 2024 Euro Cup, let's remember that it's not just individual brilliance, but teamwork, strategy, and a shared vision that will lift the trophy. While we'll see moments of individual genius from players like Ronaldo, Mbappé, Musiala and Kane, it's the teams that harness their collective strength that will achieve true glory. So, as we celebrate the beautiful game and the teams that make it special, let's remember that greatness is not just individual skill, but collective genius. Who will be the 2024 champions? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain - a united team effort, shared vision, and passion burning brighter than the brightest star will achieve true glory! And as you cheer on your favorite team, remember that these principles apply to your own team, whether in business, sports, or life - together, you can achieve greatness! #EuroCup #TeamWork #Soccer #Football #UnityInDiversity

Positive news: Finally… glad to say that all our grassroots lobbying is now starting to be heard and accepted… why has it taken soooo long when it’s so obvious. Change has to come… change is coming LKYSUNZ. For the best interest of #F1 and bringing something fresh, new and diverse to elite motorsport. Basing a team in Asia, with academies in Africa expands the entire commercial pot for all of the F1 teams as well as LKYSUNZ having its HQ base in Asia … it opens the doors to 80% of the worlds population.  Expanding the global fanbase not only for LKYSUNZ but for all teams within F1. True Diversity, Equality and Inclusion - making F1 the World Championship it says it is ... but really how can they say that when they are ignoring 80% of the worlds population.   At the moment we have raised $1.5 billion (a record for any new team joining F1) and this number is rising daily, there is growing number of people that passionately want to see true change in F1 and this is also from those already within F1. The time for this positive change is now.    Time for a change ... and the time for a change is now. It has to. There has been too much looking backwards with legacy thinking and a narrow mindset ... its now time to look forward and bring F1 into the 21st Century. F1 and the global Fans of F1 deserve better than this. LKYSUNZ.com

European Ryder Cup team must be already selected, surely? Team managers in all sports we must presume have various methods of deciding on their starting line up with a number of factors coming into consideration. Ability along with personality and current form one would think are some of the key criteria that will determine the final line up but how important is a player’s current form when the final decision must be made? Rather than current form I would argue that one’s form over the previous season is far more important and because of this I believe Donald has selected his picks and is just waiting to see where the automatic places fall. I would argue that a European player who makes the Tour Championship surely must have a better chance of getting the nod of approval against one who performs well in the final three counting events on the European Tour. This process if followed through would send shock waves around Irish golf with the realisation that Shane Lowry hasn’t made the team. With the Americans sending over a juggernaut and having a second one in reserve, Europe cannot and must not be sentimental in their picks. Pairing players of similar nationality is absolutely no guarantee of success in this competition and those who think the opposite are deluding themselves. Also, the fact that Lowry has experience in a team dressing environment is simply not reason enough to pick the Clara man and ultimately would draw justified criticism of Donald should the American team be victorious.  

As we go into the second weekend of a thrilling Six Nations, here’s a really timely story about the unintended benefits of lowering the tackle height (from shoulder height to sternum) in schools and across much of amateur Rugby Union. This was a controversial change. A year ago traditionalists were up in arms. Many feared it would ruin the sport as they knew it. In reality it has proved to do the opposite. While it’s too early to conclusively say that it has lowered the incidence of concussion, the anecdotal evidence is that there has been a significant improvement. And it has had another unintended consequence - because the rule leads to fewer two-on-one tackles, the ball-carrier can often offload the ball to a team mate. So as well as improving safety, rugby is getting faster and more enjoyable to watch, with fewer set-piece interruptions. Those of us in positions of influence in the game should take heart from this example. * Increasing player safety doesn’t have to come at the expense of the sporting spectacle. * Innovation is critical to the future of the sport. See you at Murrayfield. Come on Scotland! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 https://lnkd.in/eeBsRhR2