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What does it mean?
Team success is more important than individual star power.
In plain terms
Focus on the team, not on being famous.
What can you take from it?
Prioritize the collective goal over personal fame.

Where it applies

  • sports teams
  • work projects
  • community efforts

Putting it to work

  • support teammates
  • avoid self-promotion

Questions to consider

  • Do you value the team or yourself more?
  • Can you succeed without individual recognition?

Another view

Individual talent often drives team success.

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