McLaren Racing’s Post

Five lights and we are off as another Formula 1 season is set to kick off this weekend. Just like with the work I do I am very passionate about F1 and feel that there is a lot that can be translated from the sport to #customersuccess and #retention. Successful F1 teams have great alignment, an attribute also shared with successful companies. Alignment ensures that the entire team is working towards the same goal and that there is a healthy sharing of ideas and feedback. To create alignment an organization must have goals that are understood by the members of every team. These goals should be tailored to the team and roll up to the organizations key initiatives. The goals must be tied to processes that will help each team member work towards the goal. Finally, there must be metrics in place that help the team see how they are performing against the goal. Creating goals based on feedback, processes to drive achievement, and metrics to measure progress is your track map to successful alignment. Enjoy the race in Bahrain this Saturday and lets go McLaren Racing F1!

🏁 Charles Leclerc's Victory at Monza: A Lesson in Leadership and Strategy 🏁 It's been a while since I watched a full F1 race, but being in Akron, OH 🇺🇸 made it easier to catch Charles Leclerc's thrilling win at Monza! 🏎️🇮🇹🏆 Leclerc's victory wasn't just about speed; it was a masterclass in strategy and teamwork. Ferrari's bold one-stop strategy paid off, but it was Leclerc's skill, trust in his team, and willingness to take risks that truly made the difference. In business, just like in racing, having a solid strategy is crucial. But what really sets winners apart is the ability to: - Trust & empower your team: Believe in the decisions and expertise of those around you. - Be bold: Sometimes, you need to take calculated risks to achieve greatness. - Leverage your skills & experiences: At the end of the day, it's your skills and execution that bring the strategy to life. Congratulations to Charles Leclerc and Ferrari for an inspiring win! Let's take these lessons to heart and drive our own successes forward. 🚀 #Leadership #Teamwork #Strategy #F1 #CharlesLeclerc #Ferrari #Monza

A champion in Formula 3, A champion in Formula 2, Oscar Piastri winning for the first time in Formula 1! But it wasn’t that simple. His teammate Lando Norris had to give Oscar the win. On the second last lap of the race. As the McLaren team ordered Lando to back off. And let Oscar win. In most sports, your teammate is your ally. But in Formula 1, your teammate is your biggest rival. Because your teammate has got almost the same car, Same resources, And the same opportunities. So they are both competing with equal resources. Then why did Lando Norris still let Oscar Piastri win yesterday? Here are 3 reasons why: 1. Strategic Risk Management The team had to switch positions earlier To avoid complications, And ensure a smoother race for both drivers. To minimize the risk of losing positions in the race 2. Showcasing teamwork Even though Lando was the quicker driver, He had to help Oscar to showcase teamwork, And give Oscar credit for a strong start to the race. 3. Returning Oscar a favor Oscar being the junior driver in the team has always Lando wherever he could, So it only made sense for Lando to give Oscar the credit, And let him win the race. Every driver in  Formula 1 is selfish of the circuit, But showcasing such sportsmanship is a testament to teamwork, respect, and strategic thinking. Just like in business, Where individual accomplishments are crucial, The success of the organization depends on collaboration, fairness, and aligning personal goals with the team’s objectives. These principles not only lead to victories on the track But also drive long-term success in the corporate world.

🚨 Breaking News: McLaren's Strategy Team Announces New Strategy for Future Success! 🚨 As the dust settles on yet another thrilling Formula 1 season, let’s take a moment to reflect on the incredible talent of Lando Norris—who definitely could have clinched the World Drivers' Championship if only the decision-makers at McLaren had chosen to actually support him instead of pulling a couple of classic “hold my beer” moments. 🍻🤦♂️ Yes, Zac Brown, we see you! 👀 Who knew that making two hilariously misguided calls earlier in the season would play such a pivotal role in denying Lando the title? 🏆 I mean, why take a well-planned pit stop when you can create a surprise plot twist...or why leave your driver that fighting for a world title in first place when you can swap positions to second and take points off him and give them to the SECONDARY driver (yes Oscar--I said secondary)? 🎢 Who needs strategy when you have the thrill of uncertainty, right? 🙄💫 While Max Verstappen is off collecting trophies and setting records, I’m sure Lando is just thrilled to know that his championship hopes were left in the capable hands of our favorite decision-makers. 🏁👏 Kudos to McLaren for reminding us that sometimes the real winners are the ones who know how to lose with style! 🎉😅 So here’s to a season of missed opportunities, questionable judgment, and the reminder that sometimes, the greatest competitor isn’t the one on the track, but the one in the strategy room. 🗣️💬 Can’t wait to see how we’ll outdo ourselves next season! 🏎️💨✨ #F1 #McLaren #StrategyMasters #LandoNorris #landoforchamp #ChampionshipOpportunities #OhWell #BetterLuckNextTime 🍀🥴

Anyone who knows me well knows how passionate I am about F1. 🏎️ As the 2024 F1 season heads into its thrilling final triple-header, the championship is still up for grabs, with Max Verstappen and Lando Norris both in contention. I can’t help but draw parallels between this and the values we can carry into our personal and professional lives: consistency, resilience, overcoming failure, and staying focused on our goals. 🎯 Take Lando Norris and McLaren, for instance: a team that was the 4th fastest on the grid in 2022 and 2023 has now consistently improved to compete at the very top. 🚀 Or Max Verstappen and Red Bull: demonstrating bold but calculated moves, embodying the mindset of true champions. 🏆 Max’s iconic win at São Paulo, storming from P17 to P1, reminds me of Ayrton Senna's legendary moments, where greatness becomes undeniable. 🌟 Whether you’re leading a project, managing your career, or chasing a dream, aim to make a statement with every step—just like Max did that day. #F1 #LeadershipLessons #MaxVerstappen #McLarenF1 #Inspiration #ConsistencyMatters #Innovation #ChasingExcellence #Teamwork #Motivation

The precision and teamwork displayed during a Formula One pit stop is nothing short of heart-stopping. Clocking in under 3 seconds, the coordinated movements are a marvel to behold (think McLaren's record-breaking 1.8 seconds for Lando Norris in 2023 Qatar Grand Prix!). But what if I told you that there are lessons to be learned from these racing titans beyond the racetrack? Here are 10 dynamic strategies inspired by Formula One teams that you can apply to your own team and achieve winning results. #strategy #team #dynamic #racing #teamwork #success

At Unfold the Umbrella, we couldn’t be prouder to have supported our incredible clients at @New Era— Laurence Joslin, Lee Adams, Samantha Gibb, and @Rohit Naidu—through the nail-biting final phase of this historic F1 season. Since McLaren last won the Constructors' Championship in 1998, their journey has been nothing short of extraordinary:   •  470 races.   •  Over 1,000 car entries.   •  35,000–40,000 laps covered.   •  2,500–3,000 hours on the track. What does it take to be aligned to the finishline? 1️⃣ Consistent Performance: every lap matters 2️⃣ Adaptation: Adapting strategies mid-season can be the path to podium 3️⃣ Teamwork: Winning isn’t just about individuals—it’s about bringing the right minds together, from strategists to designers to drivers to partners, because Glory is Greater than 1

While I would not be cast as a die-hard F1 enthusiast nor a huge fan of Max Verstappen, the sheer inspiration derived from competing against oneself to improve is what truly captivates me. That intrinsic drive that pushes individuals, like Max, to achieve beyond perceived limits and to perform at a level never thought possible. Burning with intensity and striving for excellence in every endeavor (and in my case, always insisting on fun regardless of the outcome)—this is what sets apart teams like Verstappen's. He is making everyone better. He’s raising the stakes for everyone involved, from Perez to the team members fueling the cars. They all strive for their best, inspired to perfect their craft. This culture of continuous improvement and dedication to excellence is something I deeply admire. “Everyone has the capacity to improve, raising aspirations leads to exceeding expectations. Anyone can achieve greatness, the measure of potential is not just the peak one reaches but the journey and effort it takes to get there.” Adam Grant Hidden Potential Let's push each other to achieve beyond our perceived limits, remembering to pick up our friends and colleagues who need a hand along the way and drive to achieve greatness together.

The precision and teamwork displayed during a Formula One pit stop is nothing short of heart-stopping. Clocking in under 3 seconds, the coordinated movements are a marvel to behold (think McLaren's record-breaking 1.8 seconds for Lando Norris in 2023 Qatar Grand Prix!). But what if I told you that there are lessons to be learned from these racing titans beyond the racetrack? Here are 10 dynamic strategies inspired by Formula One teams that you can apply to your own team and achieve winning results. #strategy #team #dynamic #racing #teamwork #success

As I was watching F1 this weekend, I caught myself thinking how the season turned differently than anticipated. Let’s be honest, over the past few years, F1 had become predictable (and almost boring). Until this season, which saw intense competition, strategic battles (even within the same teams) and nail-biting results. It’s a pleasant surprise as the predictability was making me lose interest. Also, not so fun watching the struggles of my favorite driver, Lewis Hamilton, who went from World Champion to winless seasons. I usually try to make it to at least one race a year and this year, I had not bothered planning which I’ve regretted several times now.   Formula 1 is big business, and teams are run like finely tuned operations. They focus on continuous improvement – teams like McLaren, Ferrari and Mercedes have worked on constant innovation and improvement (finally standing up to Red Bull). Team collaboration is key. It’s not just about the driver, every team member has a crucial role, from engineers, to strategists and pit crews. They’re highly adaptable to changing conditions, whether weather or regulations related. As a data-driven leader, I appreciate how they also rely heavily on data to make informed decisions. F1 is a good example of using real-time data to adjust strategies and analyze performance metrics to improve future races.   I’ve always been a big fan of Mercedes, and I admire how Toto Wolff has managed this season (even if it is bittersweet with Lewis leaving for Ferrari). Wolff focused on setting realistic expectations, especially given the dominance of Red Bull in recent seasons. Despite not being a championship contender, he committed to improving performance and learning from each race, earning points and building momentum for next year.   Wolff’s leadership style has been a big factor in Mercedes’ strategy, fostering a culture of high standards, continuous learning and communication. This has helped maintain team morale and continue to drive performance even during more challenging times. It may be his ability to focus on long-term vision and not get hung up on more challenging races, but he made it clear before even the start of the season Mercedes would keep fighting and not just wait for the new engine regulations coming in 2026. That certainly has set the tone for the rest of the team. They also did this great short video about chasing dreams as a team, which is really touching and inspiring: https://lnkd.in/gEHKF3Mn   Hamilton may be sporting a red uniform next year and get my support, but I will still be keeping a close eye on the Silver Arrows next season.   Has this F1 season exceeded your expectations? Unlike me, have you made it to a race this year? Would love to hear about it!   #Formula1 #LH44