Having Less Courage
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Having Less Courage
Last week was a truly remarkable week of change at Apple. Long-time leaders announced their departures, while a crucial one was rumored to be eyeing the exit. Many have debated whether this is a talent drain or just an inevitability. Still, the thing that struck me most when reflecting on it all was not the shift in leadership but the possible shift in strategic approach to policy and – dare I say it – a future with less courage.
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Let’s start with Lisa Jackson’s retirement announcement. Nothing too shocking there: Jackson is in her 60s, and despite many corporate executives carrying on into their 80s and sometimes beyond, retiring at 63 is something many would love to do. Jackson has done some great work at Apple as vice president of Environment, Policy, and Social Initiatives, and I’m sure she will enjoy a well-deserved rest.