Andrew
Sobel, a management consultant and author of Strategy and Business says the
Beatles are a textbook example of how to forge cooperation and creativity
inside an organization.
Sobel
says there are at least four lessons to be learned from the Beatles success
1.
Their
early years performing in small clubs forged a true sense of spirit de corps
that is rare today when virtual teams are common. Invest in and build time, especially face
time, among key members.
2.
The
Beatles music evolved over time, so must your center’s products and programs.
Keep testing, introducing and refining your products. If it is going to
generate new ideas, it can’t be a one hit wonder.
3.
While
John and Paul wrote most of the songs, from time to time, Ringo and George were
given a chance to shine. “It’s great to feel part of a team”, says Sobel, “but
in the end every one needs a sense of personal importance as well.” The lesson to be learned: give team members
a project of their own that will make them look good in their own right?”
4.
And
finally, the make up of the group is important. Each member must be able to
contribute different skills and be of different temperaments to encourage
creativity and problem solving
Of course, nothing lasts forever,
(except for “Strawberry Fields”) and the Beatles broke up in April 1970
