I initially thought it was selfish not to sell VMware when others wanted to, but in hindsight, I'm glad I didn't, as it allowed me to spend valuable time with my kids.

I prioritize my family's health and my own, as they are essential to maintaining a balanced and fulfilling life.

Integrity in business is crucial; I chose not to lead the investment in Facebook to maintain my integrity, even though it was a great opportunity.

After a health scare in my family, I reassessed my priorities and realized the importance of self-care for long-term sustainability.

An unexpected health scare motivated me to start my own company, which I eventually sold to Boston Scientific for $275 million.

Returning as CEO was a crucial moment for me because I had the moral authority to define the company's direction and the community's role.

I sold my first business because I recognized the right time to exit, especially when I saw the market for snowboarding declining due to economic changes in Japan.

We decided to stop working on our initial business model and pivot to something else, which involved a lot of difficult decisions, including letting go of our team.

The decision to reject the offer was stressful, as many believed we should sell the company, and I realized I hadn't effectively communicated our mission to the team. Turning down Yahoo's billion dollar offer was painful because it led to a significant loss of trust within the company, resulting in many employees leaving due to a lack of belief in our vision.