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“ First off, Lasseter says success doesn’t just breed success — it breeds autonomy, which in turn nurtures creativity. “At Pixar, we’ve surrounded ourselves with each other, so when we’ve had success, we’ve been left alone,” he says. “One of the key things we do is we get comments, but from other filmmakers. Our creative brain trust is our own minds. So we know that we’re getting a reaction that comes out of total support, not ego. We have a rule: No note is mandatory, which allows you to be more open to criticism. We only use the notes that help us step back and look at the film through fresh eyes.
Pixar’s secret ingredient? Quality - Los Angeles Times