Throughout his career, Robert Iger used several strategies to focus on the future during tough times. He pursued perfection relentlessly, but balanced this with fairness to ensure employees weren't afraid to make mistakes. He focused on integrity, which he considered a secret weapon in business. Through the acquisitions of Pixar and Marvel, he learned that long shots aren't so long if you do your homework, and that acquisitions are more about the people than the product. He believed in focusing on the future and the abilities of his people during tough times, and was always willing to curb his ego as a leader. He was prepared to innovate or face failure, and was willing to endure hardship in the present to achieve success in the future.
Chairman and CEO of the Walt Disney Company, Robert Iger, tells his story and lays out the principle...
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