“The most effective leader is the one who satisfies the psychological needs of his followers,” dais David Ogilvy, the father of Advertising. Looking at people, knowing who they are and recognizing their merit and weakness reflects a team’s mobilization skills and is the trait of a leader.

For the second time, the non-teaching staff was invited by the Director of the FMUL, Professor Fausto Pinto, to a New Year’s luncheon.

Making a year-end review and addressing the prospects for the new year, Professor Fausto Pinto emphasized the progress made and acknowledged that there are no perfect scenarios in an institution, but, with a resilient spirit, made it clear that the faculty stands firm and relies on highly skilled people.

Wearing a white coat and always looking into each person’s eyes, he finished the conversation with a team selfie posted to social media, which we also share.

A buffet luncheon was then served next to the Great Auditorium João Lobo Antunes, in the Egas Moniz Building, accompanied by the chatter and laughter of the nearly 120 people who attended it.

Only time will tell how successful the new year will be and what challenges lie ahead, but the team spirit is strengthened by yet another gathering.