The book covers both the pros and cons of being a member of a great team. The myth of the triumphant individual is deeply ingrained in the American psyche. And yet we all know that cooperation and collaboration grow more important everyday. This book describes 7 teams that used these concepts to be successful. The 7 teams profiled are Walt Disney Studio, Xerox s Palo Alto Research Center, Apple Computer, the 1992 Clinton campaign, Lockheed s Skunk Works, Black Mountain College, and the Manhattan Project.
Greatness starts with superb people.
Great Groups and great leaders create each other. Every Great Group has a strong leader. The leaders of Great Groups love talent and know where to find it. Great Groups are full of talented people who can work together. Great Groups think they are on a mission from God.