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Unicorn of Microsoft

How I Became the Unicorn of Microsoft

“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson I was never called a unicorn so many times in one year, based on my achievements, my accomplishments, and work experience at Microsoft. I’ve been called a force of nature at Microsoft …

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New Hire Guide for Microsoft Employees

The New Hire Guide for Softies that Want to Change the World

“Today new job.  Tomorrow the world!” Hi there, welcome to Microsoft. Whether you’re a new hire at Microsoft or taking on a new job, here’s some principles, patterns and practices to be more effective. I learned a lot from 25 years at Microsoft, and I hope that some of these lessons can help you in …

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How To Think About Your Career Growth, Personal Growth, and Professional Growth

Do you have an effective approach for thinking about your career growth? With things like a “jobless economic recovery,” careers ending, and a “skills-for-hire” economy, it’s even more important to focus on growth while managing your career. At the end of the day, you play the most important role in your career growth – own …

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Chief Digital Officer (CDO) Explained

If you want to be a Chief Digital Officer (CDO), or just look like one, this article can show you how. It’s not an easy path, and it takes a rare person with an even rarer suite of skills and experience. Whether you think of a CDO as a Director of Digital Transformation, or the …

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Getting Ahead in Your Career

Mid-year is always a hot time.  It’s a time to recap the impact and check the scoreboard.  For some, it’s a time to shine.  For others, it’s a wake up call.  And for others, it’s Phoenix time. I think between the changing economy, the rapid pace of change, and ultra-competition, figuring out how to rise …

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JD

I am J.D. Meier. I help you unleash your greatest impact. Former head coach for Satya Nadella's innovation team. 25 years of Microsoft. Learn more...

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Become a better leader, innovate better, and make greater impact!

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