Career Quote by Bob Iger
“Working hard to fulfill a dream or instinct and learning over time it doesn't work, doesn't mean a career is over and a reputation killed. When a reputation is killed, it's when failure comes as a result of loss of integrity or judgement... breaking of laws.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business Leadership, 2020
A career isn’t ended by setbacks; loss of integrity or illegal actions, however, can ruin reputation and future prospects
In simple terms: Career can survive failure unless integrity is broken
Key Takeaway
Maintain integrity to protect reputation
Themes
career
ethics
reputation
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
business
ethical
When to use this quote
- corporate leadership
- personal branding
- crisis response
Key Concepts
Integrity
accountability
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can restore a damaged professional reputation?
- How does integrity influence long‑term success?
A Different Perspective
Does not address how to rebuild after ethical breaches
