When Yogi Berra was managing the New York Yankees, the parallels between his job and that of a project manager were obvious. But I like to think that his earlier position — as a 15-time all-star and three-time MVP catcher — also has a lot in common with mine. Think about what a great catcher like Berra does:
* Positions himself between the team and the power figure (umpire/customer).
* Stands up for the team when there’s a bad call.
* Faces his team (literally) and watches them execute throughout the game.
* Mostly plays defense.
* Guides the pitcher but lets him call the shots.
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