Even if you have constrained resources, don't cut corners. People will feel it.

When I encounter a problem - something that's not quite right with a product - I enjoy breaking it down in my mind and exploring possible alternative solutions: Why this? Why not that? I apply the latest in technology and design to reinvent that product and solve my frustrations.

Learn by doing. Learn through experiences. And this goes back to Steve Jobs' thing - which is the way you open up your knowledge of the world is by discovering it and learning about it, not through books, but by being there.

Usually, the biggest companies are not the most dynamic.

The truth is, homes change over time — and technology has to adapt, not try to do everything at once.

Google has the business resources, global scale and platform reach to accelerate Nest growth across hardware, software and services for the home globally.

Every team member who brings intelligence, experience and passion to their creations should be called an artist or designer.