The next thing is: we can make IBM even better. We brought IBM back but we're gunning for leadership.

Computers are magnificent tools for the realization of our dreams, but no machine can replace the human spark of spirit, compassion, love, and understanding.

I look for people who work to solve problems and help colleagues, I sack politicians.

Technology has limitations on what it can accomplish. You do not.

I think that my leadership style is to get people to fear staying in place, to fear not changing.

I came to see, in my time at IBM, that culture isn't just one aspect of the game; it is the game.

Watch the turtle. He only moves forward by sticking his neck out.