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This Pitch Is Two-Paced

Business and sport: is it a shotgun wedding?

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This Pitch Is Two-Paced
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Stuff That Works...
  • Get the best returns from the least possible price.
    IPL leaders Rajasthan Royals, Punjab XI have the lowest costs.
  • Build strong teams and hire motivational leaders.
    Applies to business as well as sports.
  • First impressions are crucial; in fact, very essential to get the product launch right.
    A losing team will result in negative fallout on the mother brand.
  • Decentralise and empower the business division.
    Owners shouldn't meddle in day-to-day performance.

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...And That Which Won't
  • Listen to your customer, and react quickly to negative feedback.
    Catering to the popular voice may not work for team performance.
  • Constant evaluation of success or failure in reaching targets.
    Evaluation in sports is governed by intangibles, is more intuitive.
  • Ensure the business meshes with overall group branding initiatives.
    Treat sports as an independent business, not a brand promotion exercise.
  • Reward successful performers with performance incentives.
    Players have to be motivated by more than just money.

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