Art Quote by John Kao
“The impresario's job is to pick the right people who can pick the right people. He picks the people who can pick artists and relate to them. People who know what the market craves.”
About This Quote
Success depends on selecting talent that can identify and nurture further talent, creating a self‑reinforcing network.
In simple terms: Choosing the right people creates a chain of good choices.
Focus on hiring people who can spot talent.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- startup recruitment
- creative agencies
- sports teams
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you spot talent in others?
- What risks arise from relying on a single selector?
Finding such people is difficult and may limit diversity.