Communication Quote by Brad Stone
““Communication is a sign of dysfunction. It means people aren’t working together in a close, organic way. We should be trying to figure out a way for teams to communicate less with each other, not more.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business Insider, 2015
Team communication can become counterproductive when it replaces genuine collaboration and shared understanding.
In simple terms: Too much talk can hinder teamwork.
Reduce unnecessary meetings.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- project teams
- remote work
- cross‑functional initiatives
- startup environments
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can teams ensure alignment without over‑communicating?
- What signals indicate communication is becoming a barrier?
Less communication may miss critical information.