Athletes usually go where they can make the most $$$’s. They desire to be the star and do not put much emphasis on sharing credit. I found it fascinating when Kevin Durant turned down more money from Oklahoma City to go to the Golden State Warriors. He would not be the top dog at Golden State as they already had the defending MVP Steph Curry, not to mention two additional All-Stars.
When asked why he would leave OKC, he mentioned that the culture at Golden State seemed better. He discussed how the MVP, Steph Curry, offered to adjust his game to accommodate what he desired. Then he discussed the activities the team did together and how they seemed to genuinely like each other. In addition, he mentioned how the coach made practices fun.
You wonder if it can work for athletes and their huge egos, can it work at your business where success is just as dependent on the culture the company demonstrates?
Making work fun, not worrying about personal egos, committing to one for all and all for one, and starting at the top with this way of thinking, can help increase your chances of success. Durant increased Golden State’s chances to win the NBA title in 2017. Think about what title you can win by making culture your top priority.
