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“I learned my first lesson at the Walt Disney Company about not being able to trust my associates.” quote by Michael Ovitz
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“I learned my first lesson at the Walt Disney Company about not being able to trust my associates.”

Michael Ovitz

About This Quote

Source Memoir: The Disney Way, 2005

Early career at Disney taught distrust of colleagues, highlighting importance of vetting partners.

In simple terms: Trust issues arise from early corporate experiences.

Key Takeaway

Vet collaborators carefully.

Themes

business trust leadership

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

advice business

When to use this quote

  • new hires
  • partnership negotiations
  • project teams

Key Concepts

corporate culture risk management

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you assess trustworthiness?
  • What signs indicate a reliable partner?
A Different Perspective

Not all distrust is justified; context matters.

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