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Wed 10 Oct 2007School Mag magicIf you're entering our competition, you'll need a few tips. The first one is to pick your team well, writes Louise HoldenAs Eddie O'Sullivan learned to his cost at the Rugby World Cup, choosing the right team is crucial. Now you've decided to publish a school magazine, you'd better get your staff right, too. Who are you going to give each job to? It's important to match tasks to talents. You need a good discussion to discover the hidden skills of your team and put them on the right job. Whoever you elect as an editor will need to keep an eye on everyone and make sure they are on top of the job. That doesn't mean being a dictator; it means making everyone feel supported, appreciated and confident enough to speak up if things are not working out.