If you read history, succession is the hardest thing of all. Most every dynasty had regicides, suicides and more. I’ve rarely seen an agency pull it off, tho TBWA seems to have the knack.
Thanks Rob! The right thinking around succession planning is the only way to ensure true progress. You raise the work (and if I remember well, sometimes the roof) in every room you're in, and everyone with you feels they're a part of it. That's great leadership.
You and I started advertising as creative partners in our twenties, and I've had the good fortune to watch your success. When I think of how you succeeded, I think of Al Pacino's speech in "The Scent of a Woman." He didn't say he agreed with Charlie, but he respected Charlie's decision not to tell on his friends because it was rooted in integrity and honesty. I've known you in good times and bad, and you consistently make decisions that consider others equal to your own. It's a path of principle that led to character, and it's served you well.
Loved this, Rob. So much wisdom. Especially the part where you simply ask how to be of service. Putting the interests of others first is extremely liberating. Thanks for reminding me of that.
If you read history, succession is the hardest thing of all. Most every dynasty had regicides, suicides and more. I’ve rarely seen an agency pull it off, tho TBWA seems to have the knack.
Thanks Rob! The right thinking around succession planning is the only way to ensure true progress. You raise the work (and if I remember well, sometimes the roof) in every room you're in, and everyone with you feels they're a part of it. That's great leadership.
You are too kind. Thanks for reading. And hope all good in your world.
Given Doug Melville’s ringing endorsement I subscribed. But most importantly Mr Schwartz, your empathetic, people centric attributes shine through.
My thanks…
Thanks, Cal. I so appreciate your interest and subscription.
You and I started advertising as creative partners in our twenties, and I've had the good fortune to watch your success. When I think of how you succeeded, I think of Al Pacino's speech in "The Scent of a Woman." He didn't say he agreed with Charlie, but he respected Charlie's decision not to tell on his friends because it was rooted in integrity and honesty. I've known you in good times and bad, and you consistently make decisions that consider others equal to your own. It's a path of principle that led to character, and it's served you well.
I loved this: “Be the person you needed during your career.”
One of your many best.
Honest and deep reflection. Thanks Rob.
Loved this, Rob. So much wisdom. Especially the part where you simply ask how to be of service. Putting the interests of others first is extremely liberating. Thanks for reminding me of that.