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[Miguel Hernandez]

While I'm no recruiter & have never worked in HR, when I've hired in the
past #3 has always been key to me. #1 & #2 are, obviously, important but #3
is key because it's more nebulous & can be harder to find. I think this
comes from my background in having played team sports at pretty high levels
for many years, so I'll provide the example I like to give folks when
discussing this (team chemistry).

The New York Yankees are one of baseball's most storied & successful
franchises. Over the last 20 years, they've consistently had baseball's
highest payroll (many times topping the $200 million/year mark) & the team
with the 2nd highest payroll is sometimes $50-60 million/year behind them.
Yet they've only won the World Series 5 of those years. Why? Team
Chemistry. Having the best pitchers, catchers, infielders & outfielders in
the game doesn't guarantee being the best. Many times, it's the teams that
gel together, pull for each other, care little of who gets the glory who
win. It's this "team first" attitude that builds championship franchises.

While there are, obviously, other factors that come into play (namely
injuries), team chemistry is highly important. Everything is a team-
friendships, relationships, marriages, working environments, etc. Sure,
having "rock stars" on your team will usually ensure some level of success,
but having "glue guys" is very important. These folks have more intangible
qualities like leadership, mediation skills, provide levity & keep everyone
loose & not too uptight & are usually well-liked by folks across the board
(other departments, etc.) & this helps in building a liaison experience
with people in other departments. This is why #3 is key- the ability to
"play nice" with others, be open to suggestions, etc. all play important
roles in building a winning environment.

cheers,
--miguel
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