The Challengers Trophy, Gulf War 1 and Team Building

Well, it says here that:

“Mark McClure took up the challenge and successfully completed the Challengers Trophy held in Mid Wales 29 May to 1 June 1991″.

I’ve got the certificate in front of me. Honestly, I really do.

And the medal is hanging from the whiteboard on my wall – it means that much to me.

Has your career ever included working as part of a fantastic team – with a group of people that you feel more than just a professional affiliation?

Ever wondered how that comes about and why it’s generally so fleeting?

Yes, it bugs the heck out of me too – mainly because I only experienced it twice in my career so far.

In 1991 and in 2004.

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