Really cool insights into how Pixar, and John specifically, makes the magic. 5 things I noticed: The teams applaud after every successful review, even the short daily ones. John sees himself as the head “cheerleader” for his film crew, and his personality reflects that. Even negative feedback is done with positive reinforcement for the team….more
> One piece of advice I keep coming back to is about managing expectations. It came from an old friend, just a few days after I’d started my consulting practice. He was a seasoned consultant himself and I had asked him what I should know, just starting out. > He told me his First Rule…more
> Look at the long game. There are no seasons in design, it is a continuum of minor successes. Measure your success by the ability to rise after numerous defeats. – [Chris Bangle](http://www.fuelyourproductdesign.com/chris-bangle-on-being-a-better-design-leader/)