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... yet. Whether you watch the Super Bowl for the competitive drama or just for the commercials, Kevin Stipe asks you to consider these three similarities in strategy between championship caliber football teams and Best Practices insurance agencies. Although the Super Bowl will be the most widely viewed sporting event of the year, not everybody appreciates the sport of football. George Will, a lover of baseball, notes that "Football combines two of the worst things in American life: It's violence punctuated by committee meetings." Regardless of whether you find yourself ... both current and future) recognize the organization's determination to build a true team. Best Practices agencies don't shy away from hiring superstars. But what makes them successful is their ability to get people working together as a team. An impact player producer is ultimately only as good as the support team they rely on, and the best ones recognize it. Over the years, we've encountered many agencies that have simply not had the determination or the guts to deal with their Keyshawn Johnsons. In the long run, these individuals take a ... on an agency far greater than the value they bring to it. CONCLUSION In light of these similarities, it's not surprising that many Best Practices agencies are staffed with former athletes who thrive on competition. They hate to lose, and despise the notion that "just being in the game" is enough. They love competing against those who aren't as committed to winning as they are. As age has caught up with them, they've been forced to trade in their cleats for a briefcase. But although their "playing field" ...

...l will be the most widely viewed sporting event of the year, not everybody appreciates the sport of football. George Will, a lover of baseball, notes that “Football combines two of the worst things in American life: It’s violenc...has caught up with them, they’ve been forced to trade in their cleats for a briefcase. But although their “pla...