Famous American writer, producer, and director Garry Marshall established himself in Hollywood with films like "Pretty Woman," "The Princess Diaries," and television shows like "Happy Days" and "L.A. Law." Marshall's approach to dealing with journalists is just one of the many insights he shared about working in the entertainment industry.

Marshall learned from his experience that although all journalists have a part to play in influencing public opinion, some are more difficult to work with than others. He compares these challenging journalists to pests—animals that, if not controlled, can be annoying and disruptive. As part of his job, Marshall would carefully determine which reporters were most likely to cause problems or put the cast members through unnecessary stress.

Consider a garden full of plants, each of which requires attention and care. Imagine insects flying around now, some helpful, some harmful. Marshall would carefully distinguish between journalists who add value by asking insightful questions and those who harass the actors without contributing much substance to their stories, much like a gardener might identify the harmful bugs.

Instead of keeping it a secret, Marshall would warn his cast members to exercise caution when he found a problematic journalist. Those accustomed to the standard conventions of professionalism were frequently taken aback by this act of caring for others, which was uncommon in Hollywood at the time.

Marshall's strategy goes beyond simply overseeing the production phase; he would keep an eye out for these troublesome reporters even after a movie or television program had premiered, understanding that bad press could still have a lasting effect on his actors' careers. It's similar to cleaning up while planting and making sure the garden doesn't get pests during its development.

By doing this, Marshall demonstrated his understanding of the power dynamics at work in the film industry and his strong sense of duty and loyalty to his coworkers. This conduct reflects his larger views on support and leadership in team-based settings such as television and film production.