Every one of us has the capacity to lead.
Simon SinekRead
What I learned at LucasArts was, you don't make your bets on ideas: ideas are cheap. You make your bets on people.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Successful projects depend on the strengths of the individuals involved rather than just the ideas behind them.
In this quote, Tim Schafer emphasizes the importance of valuing people over mere ideas in creative pursuits and leadership. He suggests that while ideas may be numerous and easy to come by, the true potential lies in the capabilities and relationships of the individuals executing those ideas. This highlights the critical role of teamwork, collaboration, and trust in achieving success.
Themes
LeadershipPeopleIdeasSuccessTeamwork
In practice
Example use cases
In a team meeting focused on brainstorming, I could use this quote to emphasize the importance of our collaboration.
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