The Truth About “One Team”

Brian Fink
2 min readAug 15, 2023

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Alright, strap in. Let’s talk “One Team” mentality.

Imagine, for a moment, a relay race where each runner is gunning for personal bests rather than the team’s finish time. Ridiculous, right? That’s essentially every organization without a “one team” mentality. They’re just a bunch of disconnected hustlers sprinting in different directions.

The “One Team” concept?

It’s not just some fluffy corporate jargon your HR team tosses around during pep talks. It’s the difference between startups that skyrocket to unicorn status and those that plateau after a mild sprint. Companies that harness this mentality aren’t just working; they’re orchestrating a symphony of expertise, passion, and grit.

Individuals might have talent, sure. But talent in a vacuum? It’s like a Ferrari without fuel. The real magic happens when diverse skills and perspectives converge with shared ambition. That’s when barriers get bulldozed, innovations sprout, and real disruption takes place.

Let’s not kid ourselves. It’s tough out there. With competition just a click away and the digital age showing no mercy, going solo is not just naive — it’s suicidal. Your competitors? They’re rallying, uniting, and strategizing as ONE. If you’re not fostering a “One Team” ethos, you’re not just behind the curve — you’re off the track.

Bottom Line?

A “One Team” mentality isn’t a luxury — it’s a lifeline. So, drop the silos, ditch the ego, and start rowing in the same damn direction. The future? It belongs to the united.

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Brian Fink
Brian Fink

Written by Brian Fink

Executive Recruiter. ✈ #ATL ↔ #SF ✈ Building companies is my favorite. Opinions are my own. Responsibility is freedom. 🖖

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