TrainsOfDisney
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The Disney company was built on projects that required large investments that “sapped” the resources of Walt and the Disney employees.
Snow White and Disneyland being the two major examples.
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On layoffs, very bad attendance, and Iger's legacy being one of disgrace
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Snow White and Disneyland being the two major examples.
JoeCamel
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Crossed my mind as well that Walt took chances and if it didn't work out Roy cleaned it up. Iger made bold moves but only after all the beans were counted
TrainsOfDisney
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UNCgolf
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I completely agree.
I've called Disney's recent decision-making shortsighted numerous times here.
Marvel
Lucasfilm
Pixar was a no brainer, but Marvel was a major risk when it was purchased and also I required another risky move (giving Feige full control of Marvel Studios independent of Marvel Comics) to become the home run it is now. Lucasfilm was more of sure thing but had a very high price tag that made it more risky.
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Tha Realest
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He deserves some criticism but most, if not every, business would and has done the same thing. When he was on his way out he was regarded as one of the best CEOs. His tech fascination is a bit weird but the Disney+ move was crucial to the company not only staying afloat, but thriving right now all things considered.
SpoiledBlueMilk
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True, Marvel was a risk that paid off by giving Feige the decision making power, which turned out to be one of the smartest moves in recent history. Lucasfilm was a goose on a silver platter that Disney decided to drop on the floor. Thankfully they are getting their legs back under them.
flynnibus
Premium Member
Yet both were expected to give back... Walt just didn't bother with requiring the math proof before moving. He went based on his gut of what he thought would be successful. He believed success would just come if they did it right.
You all are way over reaching on this comment.
the.dreamfinder
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The guy who had a relationship with a lower level ABC employee, then TV Journalist, now wife Willow Bay, deciding what is and is not “adult content” is quite rich.
Animaniac93-98
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In other words, there's nothing special or unique about Iger and the only reason he's had so much trouble finding a successor is his ego and self-serving political calculations.
Animaniac93-98
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Iger's success, is the success of others, and the brand power that Disney had built after 80+ years of operation.
He was not involved in the creation of Frozen, or the MCU, or there when Star Wars in the 70s was an expensive gamble. The one theme park opened during his time was another Magic Kingdom.
He success is really more like luck. Lucky to be at the right place at the right time. Working for ABC when Disney bought it. Getting picked by Eisner to be COO and then as successor. Deciding to buy Marvel after Paramount released Iron Man and was developing the MCU etc.
But he's glad to take the credit and association. Just like how he keeps pretending to be BFFs with Steve Jobs after his death.
He was not involved in the creation of Frozen, or the MCU, or there when Star Wars in the 70s was an expensive gamble. The one theme park opened during his time was another Magic Kingdom.
He success is really more like luck. Lucky to be at the right place at the right time. Working for ABC when Disney bought it. Getting picked by Eisner to be COO and then as successor. Deciding to buy Marvel after Paramount released Iron Man and was developing the MCU etc.
But he's glad to take the credit and association. Just like how he keeps pretending to be BFFs with Steve Jobs after his death.
I'm surprised he still has these ambitions. Iger is worth more than $500M. He should just lead the good retired life when he leaves Disney.
Animaniac93-98
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He could live very comfortably with his net worth, and rest well knowing his time as CEO was considered successful by the general public, but he increasingly wants to be seen as a "great person" in his own right a la Jobs, Walt etc. He shied away from the public spotlight for years, but now wants more personal praise and attention. Seems like a mid/late life crisis.
Brer Panther
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Iger is to Disney what the pandemic is to America.
He could have started by not entangling the company so closely with China.
Animaniac93-98
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Getting into US politics now with his background on China is poorly timed, because a dislike of their government is one of the very few things that both sides of American politics agree about.
Sirwalterraleigh
Premium Member
Well...promotions through “interaction” is a time honored American tradition. You spend most of your waking hours at work.
It’s as American as apple pie...baseball...and Indian tears (what?)
A certain US senator (Georgia! Cough!) is a testament to that if you look at personal history.
So Iger’s Personal life doesn’t stand out much at all.
JoeCamel
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Iger in China is like Rex Tillerson negotiating a Saudi oil deal, you can't divest the history of the business from the man. Let him go to the UK, he can't screw that up any worse than it is. Well maybe the Mary Poppins people but does he care?
Animaniac93-98
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Or just not get into politics at all. Corporate CEOs shouldn't automatically feel/be entitled to certain positions in government.
the.dreamfinder
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“Why be a governor or senator when you can be king of Disneyland.”- Some Guy