My main job was developing talent. I was a gardener providing water and other nourishment to our top 750 people. Of course, I had to pull out some weeds, too.

Giving people self-confidence is by far the most important thing that I can do. Because then they will act.

Not surprisingly, work-life moaners tend to be a phenomenon of below-average performers.

So every time you think about your work-life balance issue, remember what your boss is thinking about - and that's winning. Your needs may get heard - and even successfully resolved - but not if the boss's needs aren't met as well.

We have the brand, and we have the fulfillment capability. Now we had to get the Net, and that's the easiest part of the game.

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

People always overestimate how complex business is. This isn't rocket science. We've chosen one of the world's simplest professions.