Business Quote by Troy Carter
“To me, as A&R people and as managers, we're in the business of finding talent. It's no different than working with these engineers who just want to make good products.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast on Music Industry, 2020
Finding talent is like engineering good products: both require spotting potential and nurturing it.
In simple terms: Talent scouting is similar to product development.
Key Takeaway
Seek and develop potential.
Themes
talent
product development
engineering
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
business
motivational
When to use this quote
- music A
- startup hiring
- product design
- team building
Key Concepts
business strategy
creative industries
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria do you prioritize when spotting talent?
- How can bias be reduced in talent scouting?
A Different Perspective
Talent identification can be biased or overlook diversity.
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