Direction Quote by Hasso Plattner
“It's not good if owners of sports teams are talking to sports journalists, bypassing the manager. That goes in the wrong direction wherever it happens. Therefore, I'll refrain from doing this at all.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business Leaders Forum, 2015
Owners bypassing managers to speak directly with journalists undermines proper communication channels.
In simple terms: Skipping managers disrupts communication flow.
Respect proper communication hierarchy.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- sports management
- corporate governance
- media strategy
- team dynamics
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why is it important to follow established communication protocols?
- What are the risks of bypassing managers?
Direct talks may create misinformation or conflict.