It's A Funny Old Game...

The World Cup qualifiers have got me thinking
Footballers are a funny bunch.
Just watch next time a goal’s scored and you can bet on some classic behaviour.
They’ll drop to their knees, they’ll embrace their team-mates, they’ll yell at the crowds and some will kiss the badge on their shirt
Listen to them interviewed and they’ll talk about how they’ve always wanted to play for their team, it’s a dream come true.
Stop.
They don’t play for the badge; they play for a man ...the manager.
If you don’t believe me look at the teams that are playing badly, on the verge of not qualifying, change of manager and they don’t lose a game.
Same players, same “badge” different man at the top.
It’s the same in corporate life.
We pledge our commitment to a company, but in fact, we work for a person.
There’s someone in your business that is the reason you strive to be your best.
I’d like to think that in most cases, it’s your boss.
But even if it’s not, make sure you understand what it is that this person gives you, and what you can offer them in return.
After all, they’re the reason you’re there.