Worklife with Adam Grant How Pixar’s Ed Catmull and Pete Docter make magic on and off screen
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Jul 25, 2023 
Join Ed Catmull, co-founder of Pixar and Disney Animation, alongside Pete Docter, the creative genius behind iconic films, as they delve into the secrets of Pixar's success. They discuss the pivotal role of team culture in fostering creativity and collaboration. Learn about the importance of storytelling, embracing failure as a learning opportunity, and the creative processes that shaped beloved characters. Their insights on mentorship and evolving vision highlight how adaptability fuels genius in the ever-changing animation landscape.
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Challenge Networks and Feedback
- Establish clear ground rules for feedback and dissent to foster a culture of open communication.
- Diagnose problems effectively, but let those closest to the work find the solutions.
The Value of Complaints
- Complaining can be valuable as it offers perspectives you might miss.
- Listening to complaints fosters a sense of participation and shared ownership, even if the complaint isn't actionable.
Docter's Curiosity about Catmull
- Pete Docter questions how Ed Catmull handles complaints seemingly without taking them personally.
- Docter wonders if it's a psychological trick or a personality trait, viewing it through a storyteller's lens of finding vulnerability.
