Failure Quote by Ed Catmull
““The trust comes from knowing that we are safe, that our colleagues will not judge us for failures but will encourage us to keep pushing the boundaries. But to me, the key is not to let this trust, our faith, lull us into the abdication of personal responsibility. When that happens, we fall into dull repetition, producing empty versions of what was made before.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Pixar Animation Studios, 2012
Trust among team members fosters risk‑taking, but over‑reliance can cause complacency and repetitive work.
In simple terms: Trust helps innovation, but must be balanced with responsibility.
Key Takeaway
Encourage trust while maintaining personal accountability.
Themes
leadership
trust
creativity
responsibility
innovation
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
leadership
teamwork
When to use this quote
- product development
- creative brainstorming
- performance reviews
Key Concepts
psychology
team dynamics
creative process
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you keep teams both trusting and accountable?
- What safeguards prevent complacency?
A Different Perspective
Too much trust may lead to stagnation.
