In a sometimes unreasonable business, Jack Valenti was a giant voice of reason. He was the greatest ambassador Hollywood has ever known and I will value his wisdom and friendship for all time.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Valenti is remembered as a reasonable voice and ambassador who brought wisdom to Hollywood.
- In plain terms
- He was a reasonable leader and great representative.
- What can you take from it?
- Reason and ambassadorship are valued traits in business leadership.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What defines a good industry ambassador?
- How does reason benefit business?
Another view
The praise is subjective and lacks specific examples of wisdom.
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