The speed of the fleet is not determined by the fastest vessel; rather it is determined by the slowest one.
Wen JiabaoRead
What's important is to have more women creators behind the scenes, being producers and being in charge. That will ultimately help push this boys'-club, locker-room mentality out the door.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Having more women in leadership roles in creative fields can help change the male-dominated culture.
In this quote, Phoebe Robinson emphasizes the importance of increasing the representation of women in creative industries, particularly in positions of power such as producers and executives. She suggests that their leadership can foster a more inclusive environment and challenge the existing male-centric attitudes that have historically dominated these spaces.
Themes
WomenLeadershipCreativityEqualityEmpowerment
In practice
Example use cases
During a panel discussion on gender equality in media, this quote can be used to illustrate the need for more diverse leadership.
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