I came across an uninstalled fire hydrant, the first I have seen just lying on the ground. It reminded me of the iceberg analogy — where you only see a small portion while the majority remains hidden.
The fire hydrant is a vehicle to access a larger system; without this connection, it would be worthless. The same is true in organizations — you may have the people, but without the interlocking relationships and shared knowledge individuals have very little power.
Pay attention to the infrastructure in your organization — building trust, creating a safe climate, and appreciating your team for the contributions they make. What is unseen is what creates the impact.
