I find people to be people everywhere. Everyone wants the same thing - be successful.
Edward Whitacre, Jr.I don't know anything about cars. A business is a business, and I think I can learn about cars. I'm not that old, and I think the business principles are the same.
Edward Whitacre, Jr.No partnership between two independent companies, no matter how well run, can match the speed, effectiveness, responsiveness and efficiency of a solely owned company.
Edward Whitacre, Jr.I am honored to be able to serve GM at this critical juncture and take part in its reinvention.
Edward Whitacre, Jr.At AT&T, I learned an awful lot about people, and how important it is to have the right people in the right jobs. And when I say 'right people,' I'm not talking about their college degree or work history; I'm talking about things like bearing - How does this person interact with other people? Can he or she talk to you and not tick you off?
Edward Whitacre, Jr.