Best Quote by Linda Perry
“I have to meet everybody I work with before I work with them. Before I say yes, I have to meet them, and then I take it from there. I don't care if you've had the best record or the worst. That doesn't matter to me. I don't care about that stuff.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music industry panel, 2019
Hiring decisions should be based on personal interaction, not past performance alone.
In simple terms: Meet people before deciding to work with them.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize personal chemistry.
Themes
leadership
team building
human resources
Mood
thoughtful
pragmatic
Type
advisory
inspirational
When to use this quote
- recruitment
- collaboration
- team meetings
Key Concepts
relationship building
bias awareness
decision making
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance chemistry with qualifications?
- What safeguards prevent bias in hiring?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on chemistry may overlook competence.
