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There is a well know aphorism – because it represents a sad but true reality – that “First rate people tend to hire only other first rate people whereas, second rate tend towards hiring third rate and on down the line”. First rate people know who they are without either arrogance or fear: Not afraid that someone else might challenge them in their work or position, humble in their attitude towards team-mates and others and always keen to help and support where help and support is appropriate whereas, as you go down the line, you find that the second rate and, more and more so with those one would rate lower, tend to be more concerned about their position in the game and with whatever they can take from the game than they are about their contribution to the game. By “rate” I’m referring to overall performance capability and team integration characteristics, not just academic and skill based qualifications. Continue reading →