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“You have to have more people who don't look like you in the writers room. I try to have some people who don't look like me in my writers room. I think it's important to have a group of voices, of people who can dissent.” quote by Shonda Rhimes
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“You have to have more people who don't look like you in the writers room. I try to have some people who don't look like me in my writers room. I think it's important to have a group of voices, of people who can dissent.”

Shonda Rhimes

About This Quote

Source Interview: Variety Magazine, 2020, Shonda Rhimes

Diverse perspectives in creative teams foster richer storytelling and innovation.

In simple terms: Include people who differ from you in writing rooms.

Key Takeaway

Seek varied voices in collaboration.

Themes

diversity inclusion creativity collaboration

Mood

inspirational pragmatic

Type

leadership creative

When to use this quote

  • TV writing rooms
  • film production
  • advertising agencies
  • product design teams
  • policy drafting

Key Concepts

media studies organizational behavior storytelling

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure all voices are heard?
  • What structures support constructive dissent?
A Different Perspective

Diversity can lead to conflict if not managed well.

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