Confidence Quote by Ed Catmull
““If all our careful planning cannot prevent problems, then our best method of response is to enable employees at every level to own the problems and have the confidence to fix them.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Pixar Leadership Principles, 2013
When planning fails, empower employees at all levels to own and resolve issues confidently.
In simple terms: Empower staff to fix problems.
Key Takeaway
Delegate authority for solutions.
Themes
leadership
empowerment
problem solving
Mood
motivational
pragmatic
Type
leadership
inspirational
When to use this quote
- project management
- team meetings
- product development
- crisis response
Key Concepts
ownership
confidence
organizational culture
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance empowerment with oversight?
- What training builds problem‑ownership confidence?
A Different Perspective
Over‑delegation can cause chaos without clear guidance.
