As I Have Said Countless Times Before...

Posted on January 19, 2010

To build a great team, you need to get on the 12 step program:

1. Talent - Drafted and developed.
2. Create "Magic" in the form of team chemistry.
3. Respect for the coach and staff.
4. A system and a philosophy and a team constructed to fit that system.
5. Infrastructure capable of capitalizing on success. Passion around everything we do.
6. Continuity. Dependability and consistency of message and approach. Fairness doctrine for all.
7. The highest paid player has to be the most coachable and respectful player. And the best player.
8. Great cap management to keep team's core together. A selflessness by the team's stars and a belief that winning is all that matters. That is "the secret."
9. Health.
10. Luck.
11. Love and respect from the community and fan base. Focus on "Happiness" as we are in this together!
12. Determination and toughness. Singular focus on the higher calling from everyone in the organization. Winning a Championship!

That is my twelve step program. Here is a great blog post on team alchemy and camaraderie. I enjoyed reading this one and you will as well. Go Caps!