The IT organization can't drive or lead a digital transformation. It has to come from the business and the business strategy, because they're fundamental to how a company or an organization evolves.
Michael DellRead
When you found a company, you feel a deep sense of responsibility for it. I'll care about Dell even after I'm dead. So this is a pretty personal process. And when you're doing what you love, and it's working, you don't get tired working what other people might consider long hours or crazy schedules. It's just fun. It's energizing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the deep commitment and joy one feels when pursuing a passion, emphasizing the excitement of working on something meaningful.
Michael Dell's quote reflects on the profound responsibility and emotional connection one develops when starting and nurturing a company. He illustrates that when a person truly loves what they do, the hard work and long hours feel less like a burden and more like an enjoyable and energizing endeavor. This passion not only fuels perseverance but also instills an enduring sense of dedication to the purpose of that work, making it a vital part of one's identity.
Themes
ResponsibilityPassionCommitmentWorkDedication
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a business seminar to inspire entrepreneurs about the importance of passion in their work.
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