Throughout his career, Robert Iger learned several key lessons from the acquisitions of Pixar and Marvel. One of the most important was the value of pursuing perfection, but balancing this with fairness so that employees aren't afraid to make mistakes. He also learned that integrity is a secret weapon in business. From these acquisitions, he realized that what may seem like long shots can be achievable with proper research and that acquisitions are more about the people involved than the product itself. He learned to focus on the future and the abilities of his team during tough times, and to always be ready to curb his ego. He understood the importance of being ready to innovate or face failure, and the necessity of enduring hardships now for future success.
Chairman and CEO of the Walt Disney Company, Robert Iger, tells his story and lays out the principle...
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