As we saw in the World Championship athletics held in London this summer, in the world of professional sport, every element is dedicated to the goal of holding aloft a medal. That which defines a winning team is the same in sport as in local councils, with everyone striving towards the same goal with clarity and shared values.

But, as is always the case, the devil is in the detail. In sport, it is all about pushing oneself to one’s absolute limits in pursuit of success. It takes every ounce of dedication and commitment. It also takes a team. Even in the world of individual sport, few reach the top without a dedicated support crew, all pulling together behind the scenes.