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bet on the jockey, not the horse
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not the horse
Japanese Meaning
この諺は、表面的な要素（この場合は馬＝物そのもの）ではなく、実際に事態を左右する要因（騎手＝人物やリーダーシップ）に注目して判断すべきだという教訓を表しています。 / つまり、結果や成功は外見や一見の条件よりも、本質的な能力や影響力を持つ人物に賭けるべきだ、という意味です。
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bet on the jockey, not the horse
When hiring a manager, remember to bet on the jockey, not the horse, and prioritize leadership ability over current resources.
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When hiring a manager, remember to bet on the jockey, not the horse, and prioritize leadership ability over current resources.
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