Management-and-leadership Quote by Ed Catmull
““A better measure of our success is to look at the people on our team and see how they are working together. Can they rally to solve key problems? If the answer is yes, you are managing well.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Pixar Leadership Talk, 2016
Effective leadership is measured by team collaboration and problem‑solving ability, not individual achievements.
In simple terms: Teamwork shows good management.
Key Takeaway
Foster collaboration, solve problems together.
Themes
leadership
teamwork
performance
management
Mood
inspirational
practical
Type
business
leadership
When to use this quote
- project planning
- team meetings
- performance reviews
Key Concepts
organizational behavior
collaboration
metrics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance teamwork with recognizing individual effort?
- What barriers prevent your team from collaborating effectively?
A Different Perspective
Focus on collaboration may ignore individual contributions and burnout risk.
