The Rugby World Cup final has gone and the general opinion seems to be that England tried hard and gave it everything but were second best to the South African team. It was a lot better than 36 - 0, of course, but still the dream has ended.

I don't want to over work the links between sport and leadership but would like to note a few of the possible lessons.

1) Success in leadership and success in sport both require meticulous preparation

2) Success in leadership and success in sport both require a winning mentality

3) Success in leadership and success in sport both require the right mix of skills and capabilities

4) Coming second never feels quite right!