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“In 1949 there was a new thing called Television, to which my agency and advisers opposed as a performance medium.” quote by Loretta Young
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“In 1949 there was a new thing called Television, to which my agency and advisers opposed as a performance medium.”

Loretta Young

About This Quote

She recalls that in 1949, when television emerged, her agency and advisors were against it as a platform for performance, viewing it as inferior.

In simple terms: Early TV was dismissed by her advisers.

Key Takeaway

Be open to new mediums despite skepticism.

Themes

technology change advice performance media evolution

Mood

reflective historical cautious

Type

anecdotal historical perspective

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • adopting new technology
  • missing opportunities

Key Concepts

innovation resistance career path

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do I evaluate new opportunities?
  • When should I follow or ignore advice?
A Different Perspective

Advisers may have been right for her at that time; not all new mediums are viable.

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