I want this to become one of the five most valued companies in the world. I like that goal because it's easy to measure. I want it to be one of the most admired. I want to leave the company with high growth prospects, and I'd like my successor to say this company is still on a mission. I'd like the owners to say EMC gave them the best returns in their entire portfolio.
New presidents surround themselves with their own executive team.
This company didn't get to where it is by having a weak staff. Good leaders always leave room for debate and different opinions. At the end of the day, you have to go out as a team. If I pull left and they go right, I'm going to ax them in a heartbeat. The team has to be in harmony.