First meet Quote by Anonymous
““Working with Intel, the agency followed the traditional routine of presentation and discussion, followed by revision. What made it so different from working with Apple was that getting through one meeting normally only meant that you were cleared to present to a higher-up in another meeting. And that person wouldn’t necessarily have been privy to the discussions that had gone on at the first meeting. Messy. In these types of organizations, the lower-level people tend to demand a greater quantity of work, just to be sure that somewhere in that giant pile of ideas their bosses will see something they like, and that will reflect well upon them. They’re less willing to support positions that don’t align perfectly with their marching orders, even if they represent a smarter path.””
About This Quote
Source Article: Business magazine, 2019
Describes hierarchical, siloed decision‑making in large firms, contrasting with Apple’s streamlined process.
In simple terms: Big companies often have layered, inefficient meetings.
Key Takeaway
Seek clearer communication channels.
Themes
bureaucracy
communication
decision‑making
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
business
observational
When to use this quote
- project management
- corporate strategy
- team collaboration
Key Concepts
organizational structure
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cut through meeting overload?
- What structures promote better alignment?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex corporate cultures.
