Managing Mixed Talent: How to Build Synergy Between A-, B-, and C-Players to Boost Team Performance

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High-performing teams are rarely made up of just star players. In reality, most teams are a mix of top performers, solid contributors, and those who may be underperforming or still developing. This blend, often referred to as mixed talent, presents both challenges and opportunities for managers aiming to build a cohesive and effective team. The question is not how to eliminate performance gaps, but how to turn this variation into a strength.