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When I spoke with Tracy Smith, we got into what it really takes to build a team that can compete at the highest level. It’s not just about having great players—it’s about how well the work, the role, and the talent fit together. Because if they don’t align, you’re just introducing risk. That’s what separates teams that win from those that just hope to win. And it’s just as true in business as it is in baseball. In our latest episode, Tracy and I break down what it takes to build a team designed to win. Give it a listen and let me know—where have you seen misalignment cost a team its shot? #ClickCrew #Leadership #WinningTeams #TeamAlignment #HighPerformance #TalentStrategy #BusinessAndSports #SuccessByDesign #CEOPerspective #PerformanceMatters CEO.works Diamond Allegiance Curve Test Centers Michael Ogg

We're proud to sponsor this year’s Private Equity International Operating Partners Human Capital Forum, the leading industry event focused on the intersection of talent and value. Co-founder Sumeet Salwan will moderate a discussion Tuesday afternoon on Human Capital Due Diligence alongside an accomplished panel. Thanks to Patrick Allen of Cerberus Capital Management, Katie Czerepak of Bain Capital, James Down of CPP Investments | Investissements RPC and Jess Weber of Prelude Growth Partners for participating. Look forward to seeing some of you next week. If you’re attending the conference, reach out to Sumeet, Michelle N. or Daniella Patrick so we can meet in person. #PrivateEquity #ValueCreation #HumanCapital #TalentDueDiligence #PrivateMarkets #OPHC25 #OperatingPartner

Erik Bakich’s journey is a masterclass in leadership. He started as a volunteer assistant. Now, he’s the head coach of @Clemson Baseball—building a powerhouse, not just in performance, but in culture. Erik has a clear strategy for winning: develop talent, build great teams, and create the conditions for success. In this episode of Sandy on Talent, we get into how he does it. I'm excited to share this conversation with you. Go here to listen → https://lnkd.in/ejeDPFYV #ClickCrew #Leadership #CoachingJourney #ClemsonBaseball #BaseballExcellence #CollegiateSports #SportsLeadership #GrowthMindset #PlayerDevelopment #CoachingSuccess #StrategicLeadership #InspiringStories #PodcastPromotion #SportsPodcast #ErikBakich CEO.works Curve Test Centers Diamond Allegiance Michael Ogg Tom Judge

Spring is a natural checkpoint—a time to assess, adjust, and move forward. This month’s Sandy on Talent newsletter is out, with insights on: ? Connecting talent to value—because talent alone doesn’t create results. ? Lessons from leaders who’ve turned setbacks into inflection points. ? Why the best leaders don’t just listen—they know who to listen to. ??? Check it out here #SandyOnTalent #Leadership #ClickCrew CEO.works Curve Test Centers Diamond Allegiance

In the C-suite, not every decision is popular—but the right ones drive performance. When your CHRO sets priorities that may not please everyone, your support is crucial. Without that air cover, don’t expect them to deliver what truly matters for the business. What are your thoughts on this? CEO.works Sandy Ogg Bill Allen Joydeep Mutsuddi Cherilyn Vossberg Chris Gagnon #Leadership #CHRO #Csuite #Strategy

Andrew Fitzmaurice runs Nord Anglia Education, one of the most impressive education networks in the world. His approach? Personalization—not just in theory but in practice. In our conversation, he explained that tailoring education to each student’s needs isn’t just a nice idea—it’s the engine behind creativity, innovation, and results across Nord Anglia’s schools worldwide. ?? Listen now: “007: Transforming Global Education: Leadership Insights with Nord Anglia CEO Andrew Fitzmaurice” #Education #Leadership #Innovation #GlobalEducation #Podcast #AndrewFitzmaurice #NordAnglia #EducationalLeadership #OnlineLearning #Resilience #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #FormulaOne #AdaptiveLearning #IMGAcademy #ClickCrew Michael Ogg CEO.works Curve Test Centers Diamond Allegiance

Winning isn’t luck. It’s design. In my conversation with Tracy Smith, we talked about what it really takes to build a winning team—whether in baseball or business. It’s not just about talent. It’s about setting up the right work, role, and environment so people can perform at their best. Tracy has built powerhouse programs at multiple schools, developing 90 MLB draft picks (including a No. 1 overall). But his success wasn’t random—it was built step by step, with intention. Because winning is not just by chance. Winning is by design. ?? Listen this Sandy on Talent episode here: https://lnkd.in/ecZBKTvA #SandyOnTalent #ClickCrew #WinningByDesign Diamond Allegiance Curve Test Centers CEO.works Michael Ogg

When it comes to people investments, we focus only on the person, not on exactly what needs to be delivered. Being very clear about demand is an essential element of diligence and one of the keys to astute investment decisions. The problem is that none of the many good examples of talent management I have seen throughout my career focus on demand: they focus on supply. I am interested in your thoughts on this topic. Leave me a comment! #talent #peoplestrategy CEO.works Sandy Ogg

We’re sponsoring this year’s Private Equity International Operating Partners Human Capital Forum, the leading industry event focused on the intersection of talent and value. Co-founder Sumeet Salwan will lead a lively discussion on Human Capital Due Diligence alongside an accomplished panel. Thanks to Patrick Allen of Cerberus Capital Management, Katie Czerepak of Bain Capital, James Down of CPP Investments and Jess Weber of Prelude Growth Partners for participating. Check the link below to find out more. And if you’re attending the conference, reach out to Sumeet, Shefali Salwan and Michelle N. so we can set a time to meet in person. #PrivateEquity #ValueCreation #HumanCapital #TalentDueDiligence #PrivateMarkets #OPHC25 #OperatingPartner

Andrew Fitzmaurice took Nord Anglia Education from 4 schools to 89 without losing sight of what matters most: the well-being of students and staff. How do you scale that fast while keeping standards high? How do you balance commercial success with educational excellence? Andrew shares his take on leadership, innovation, and resilience in our conversation. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. #Education #Leadership #Innovation #GlobalEducation #Podcast #AndrewFitzmaurice #NordAnglia #EducationalLeadership #OnlineLearning #Resilience #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #FormulaOne #AdaptiveLearning #IMGAcademy #ClickCrew CEO.works Michael Ogg Lori MacIsaac