Rugby Magic at Emirates Airline Park!
It is always incredible to witness the Boks vs. the All Blacks. The tension palpable, the atmosphere electric and charged with history and passion, showcasing rugby as more than just a sport.
Seeing world-class athletes push their limits in such an intense match was a powerful reminder of what true dedication and teamwork can achieve. It’s not just about the victory, but the journey, the camaraderie, and the shared love for the game that unites us all.
There’s something magical about celebrating a thrilling game with people who share your passion, enjoying the highs and lows together, and creating memories that will last a lifetime.
#BackTheBoks#Rugby#ONE80#HPEAruba#SouthAfrica
Fly better? How about do better. This is a tone-deaf PR shocker from Emirates and organisers. Timing the flyover to drown out the All Blacks performing the Kapa o Pango haka was highly disrespectful. It diminished and undermined the mana of the team, tīkanga, Māori values and Aotearoa as a whole - a corporate smear over a cultural display of manaakitanga. Perhaps it was a mistimed balls-up, I don't know. But either way, do better. Like, much better. #pr#publicrelations#communications#kiakahatereomaori#allblacks#rugby#marketing
62,000 spectators. Two titans of rugby. One Emirates A380. ✈️ 🏟 🏉
Our special flypast of Emirates Airline Park in Johannesburg made an epic clash even more iconic.
🔊 This ones for the Players
🏉 As we gear up for the rugby season, we're excited to introduce our "Preseason Prep 101," a series of quick tips/focus points to get you game-ready and perform at your peak.
We've crafted this resource by connecting with the UAE Rugby Federation lads and using their feedback to focus on the areas that matter most to them.
This combination of tips and areas of focus will set you up for success as you prepare for the challenges ahead.
📍Preseason Prep 101 - 1️⃣ MOBILITY
Mobility has various perspectives on its scientific impact on injury reduction and muscle lengthening. But mobility goes beyond the physiological; it encompasses body awareness, breath work, and calming the nervous system, making it an essential part of training. By bringing mobility into your daily training sessions, your flexibility and range of motion are enhanced, which leads to improved agility and reaction times on the pitch.
🖐 If there are any specific topics you'd like us to cover, please drop your suggestions in the comments below, 👇 and we'll be sure to include them in our 101s! 🏉 Dubai Exiles Rugby Football ClubDubai Sharks RFCAbu Dhabi HarlequinsDubai HurricanesThe Dragons RFCEmirates Dubai 7s#RugbyUnion#RugbyLeague#Rugby#sportsperformance#strengthandconditioningcoach
This old Turkish Airlines ad is a powerful reminder to our partners in the HealthTech industry: to truly captivate your Pharma customers, unravel the “personal” hot buttons and challenges of your buyer BEFORE you dive into your dynamic demo.
It’s never the sexy tech that clinches the sale—it's your ability to address the core issues your client is eager to resolve. Often, you might not have dedicated enough time to understand these pain points for each key stakeholder before presenting your solution. And missing the mark on this is an expensive way to no deal…or a very long sales cycle.
✨Can you deliver your solution as effortlessly as serving "ice cream” in this video?
✨Have you structured your sales stack with clear milestones and KPIs to keep your B2B sales team on track?
No amount of product-led focus and sexy UI/UX will seal the deal unless you peel the stakeholder onion — customer by customer.
✨ To #healthtech companies striving to crack the #Pharma customer, connect with us at ThinkrBelle to help you along this journey. We've been on both sides of this, and have the track record to prove it.
Oh, and a shoutout to pharma sales and B2B sales gurus Pascal Karsenty and Tony Cascio for being my personal sherpas throughout the years!
Sigrun Watson#EnterpriseSales
During the Olympic Games, I will share a series of leadership snippets.
**Re-purpose Your Best Talent: Rugby 7s Gold Medal Battle Between France and Fiji**
France’s Les Bleus Rugby Sevens were vying for a gold medal, aiming to prevent Fiji from securing their third consecutive Olympic gold. Rugby 15 is not an Olympic sport and France reassigned Rugby 15 hero Antoine Dupont to their Rugby 7s team.
Coming off the bench in the second half with the score tied at 7:7, Dupont delivered a stunning performance. His versatile skills in attack and defense helped him provide one assist and score two tries, totaling 10 points. Leading the team to a 26:7 victory, Dupont secured the gold medal for France. Fiji, with a remarkable 17-match winning streak at the Olympics, put up a champion worthy fight.
**Lesson:**
- Regularly evaluate and align your best talent to high-value business opportunities.
- Communicate the purpose and benefits of their roles.
- Reskill or retrain as necessary. Dupont’s year-long commitment, including skipping the European Championships (6 Nations) exemplifies the dedication needed.
- Executing strategic talent placement benefits the team and the entire organization.
- Never underestimate and always respect your competitors.
See for yourself
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#RBAsetpieces#CopaAmerica2024
The final was tough for #Argentina.
The trophy was won only in extra time, without Leo Messi, subbed due to injury.
#Colombia had a lower xG (1.14 vs 1.76) but took more shots (17 vs 9, 3 vs 4 on target) and created more threats from corners (2 shots from 7 corners vs 1 shot from 4).
Data: SportsBase
#football#soccer#footballanalysis#RBAanalysis
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This July marks the 10th anniversary of the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Thanks to Octagon UK, I also crossed two new European experiences off my "Work in Sports" bucket list.
- UEFA Euro ✅ 🆕
- UEFA Champions League Final ✅ 🆕
- FIFA World Cup ✅ ✅
- FIFA U-17 World Cup ✅
- CONMEBOL Copa America ✅ ✅
- CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores ✅
- International Olympic Committee – IOC Summer Olympic Games ✅
- International Paralympic Committee Summer Paralympic Games ✅
Thinking about the future, my biggest project is balancing quality time with my family and my professional aspiration: diving deeper into the strategic aspects of business to generate more value for what our stakeholders do.
💡Smart strategies and key policies behind India's ICC World Cup 2024 victory: 🏆 🇮🇳
🎯 Coach Rahul Dravid ensured players stayed fresh and injury-free with a smart rotation policy.
🧢 Captain Rohit Sharma’s dynamic batting order kept opponents on their toes - Flexible batting order
🏃♂️ Fielding coach R. Sridhar's advanced drills boosted India's defensive game.
📈Data-Driven Strategy - Advanced analytics helped tailor strategies for each match.
🧘Sessions with sports psychologists kept the team mentally strong under pressure.
🎾Bowling coach Paras Mhambrey’s specialized units, including Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami, were game-changers.
🏆 Standout performances by Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Hardik Pandya added star power and crucial runs, sealing India's triumph.
💡 These policies not only showcased brilliant teamwork but also brought the World Cup home. 🥇
Any other strategies that I missed? Share your thoughts! 💬🏏
#Cricket#TeamIndia#WorldCup2024
The magician of football
From his humble beginnings in Rosario, Argentina, Messi faced challenges that would have discouraged anyone. At a young age, he was diagnosed with a growth disorder that threatened to derail his dream of becoming a professional footballer. But instead of giving up, Messi used each obstacle as a stepping stone towards greatness.
His story is a testament that with hard work, determination, and unwavering passion, we can overcome any adversity. Messi shows us that limits only exist in our minds. Every goal, every masterful pass, and every trophy won are the results of years of relentless effort and self-belief.
One of the toughest moments in his career was losing the World Cup final in 2014, a devastating blow for any athlete. However, Messi didn't let that defeat define his journey. Instead, he came back stronger and more determined than ever, leading his team with courage and passion.
And finally, in 2022, Messi achieved his ultimate dream: lifting the World Cup. This monumental achievement proves that no matter how many times we fall, we can always rise and conquer our highest goals.
Messi teaches us that no matter how great the challenges we face, we can always get up and keep moving forward. His humility, even at the pinnacle of success, and his unwavering dedication to the sport are powerful reminders that dreams can come true with perseverance and passion.
#LionelMessi#Motivation#OvercomingAdversity#Inspiration#Leadership#PassionForFootball#HardWork#Determination#Humility#Success#WorldChampion