Brad Chase Mentorship: Lessons in Risk-Taking and Innovation
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In a tale reminiscent of a high-octane Microsoft drama, Tim Ferriss reminisces about his early days under the wing of the legendary Brad Chase. Picture this: Microsoft in the '90s, a mere 3,000-strong powerhouse, with Brad at the helm as a group product manager. Tim, fresh out of college, found himself in the midst of this tech titan, working on the groundbreaking MS DOS5. Ah, the nostalgia! But what truly sets this story apart is Brad's mentorship style—encouraging Tim to think big, take risks, and swing for the fences.
Enter the ill-fated project: a bold move to bundle MS DOS5 upgrades with the iconic "DOSs for Dummies" books, a stroke of genius that unfortunately crashed and burned. Yet, amidst the wreckage, Brad stood tall, embodying Microsoft's culture of embracing innovation and learning from failures. Tim's misstep became a lesson in resilience, highlighting the importance of a supportive workplace that nurtures big ideas without fear of reprisal.
The failed venture, while a costly misadventure, underscored the significance of daring greatly and the need for organizations to foster a culture where audacious moves are celebrated, not condemned. Brad's pivotal role in shaping Tim's outlook on risk-taking and innovation speaks volumes about the ethos of Microsoft during that era—a place where creativity thrived, mistakes were seen as stepping stones to success, and the next big idea was always just around the corner.
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