Yesterday, Microsoft announced that Bill Gates would step down as chairman and take on a new role as technology advisor. This is just the latest surprising step in the remarkable journey of this globally renowned leader. IMPATIENT OPTIMIST: Bill Gates In His Own Words, edited by Lisa Rogak, is the perfect companion book for business and technology professionals interested in the motivations behind Gatess latest move.
Impatient Optimist collects quotations from Gates on a broad range of topics, spoken across the span of his career, as he grew from the rowdy, upstart geek who founded Microsoft nearly forty years ago to today’s leading figure in global philanthropy. When it comes to understanding Bill Gates, there is no better resource than the words of the man himself. Impatient Optimist is the ultimate compendium of his thoughts and ideas, as expressed in his own words.
The book is a great resource for those interested in learning more about Microsoft and Gates at this important turning point.
