Globalization is now no longer an objective but an imperative, as markets open and geographic barriers become increasingly blurred and even irrelevant.

What business could be mature when you have economies with more than 2 billion people in India, China and Southeast Asia?

The best thing workers can bring to their jobs is a lifelong thirst for learning.

Trust happens when leaders are transparent.

GE's businesses turned in a terrific first quarter. Our products and services are being well received in unusually robust global markets.

The record results for the third quarter once again demonstrate the ability of GE's diverse mix of leading global businesses to deliver top-line growth, increased margins and strong cash generation.

You can't behave in a calm, rational manner. You've got to be out there on the lunatic fringe.