Directors Quote by Jonathan Frakes

“One of my philosophies as a director is to listen to other people's great ideas because they'll help make you better.”

Jonathan Frakes

About This Quote

Source Interview: Star Trek: Enterprise, 2002

A director should value others' ideas to improve his own work.

In simple terms: Listen to others to become better.

Key Takeaway

Seek input, refine your vision.

Themes

collaboration learning leadership

Mood

respectful open inspired

Type

advice leadership

When to use this quote

film production
team meetings
creative workshops

Key Concepts

creative exchange humility

Questions to Reflect On

How do you balance others' ideas with your own?
What filters do you use?

A Different Perspective

Ideas may clash with personal vision.

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