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“I find that no matter how long a meeting goes on, the best ideas always come during the final five minutes, when people drop their guard and I ask them what they really think.” quote by Michael Eisner
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“I find that no matter how long a meeting goes on, the best ideas always come during the final five minutes, when people drop their guard and I ask them what they really think.”

Michael Eisner

About This Quote

Source Speech: Business Leadership Conference, 2009

Ideas often surface late in meetings when participants relax and speak honestly.

In simple terms: Best ideas appear at meeting end.

Key Takeaway

Encourage open dialogue in final minutes.

Themes

creativity communication leadership

Mood

optimistic reflective

Type

motivational insightful

When to use this quote

  • team retrospectives
  • brainstorming sessions
  • feedback loops
  • final wrap‑ups

Key Concepts

psychology of group dynamics idea generation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you foster openness early?
  • What techniques keep guard down?
A Different Perspective

Some may hold back earlier due to hierarchy.

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