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Date Published
Author
Una Kehoe
Word count
962
Language
English
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Summary

There is a unique joy and sense of accomplishment that comes from being part of a high-functioning team, whether it's in sports or engineering. This shared experience has led to the adoption of similar terminology and concepts between the two fields, such as huddles and sprints for team meetings and practice sessions, and goals for achieving specific objectives. Both teams rely on preparation, analysis, and collective action to achieve success, with a focus on building on individual strengths and minimizing weaknesses. The sense of complementarity and collaboration is key to unlocking greater rewards, as individuals work together towards a common goal. By embracing team spirit, both sports and engineering teams can experience the ultimate satisfaction that comes from contributing to something greater than the sum of its parts.