A big part of the job of being a showrunner is, in my way of thinking, being a good communicator because there's really no other way to have hope for getting what you want, at the end of the day.
Vince GilliganRead
You don't make a movie by yourself; you certainly don't make a TV show by yourself. You invest people in their work. You make people feel comfortable in their jobs; you keep people talking.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Collaboration and teamwork are essential in creative processes.
This quote emphasizes the importance of collaboration and communication in creative endeavors, such as filmmaking and television production. It highlights that success in these fields relies on investing in people, making them feel valued and comfortable, and fostering an environment where dialogue and teamwork can flourish.
Themes
CollaborationTeamworkLeadershipCommunicationCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
In a team meeting to emphasize the importance of collaboration.
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