Steve as a Role Model & Mentor

I first met Steve after joining TI two years ago. Once I got to know Steve, then I wondered how one could get away with not knowing him. I could not write any more eloquently of this, than some of the sweet and eloquent entries on this blog. But it also shows the consistency and quality with which Steve treated everyone.

The knowledge of Steve leaving us is quite unbearable as we will all miss him terribly. To have such an impact on his colleagues is a testament to all of Steve's contributions, past, present and future.

To the divine powers, as well as Steve's family and environment that shaped and supported him, I am eternally grateful for the gift of Steve. He was truly and frequently, an oasis of tranquility and inspiration to me and many others, during times of chaos and confusion.

In my own future he will continue to be a source of guidance as we covered many topics in our numerous discussions. An example of one such piece of advise from him, about a "job search mindset" impressed me so much I wrote down and emailed him, his reply was one of humble appreciation as was always his nature.

Steve, thank you so much for everything you shared with us.

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Subject: Steve words of professional wisdom
Dean,
Totally awesome e-mail. I will keep this one close.
Best regards, -- Steve
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Subject: Steve words of professional wisdom
Steve, your words were so good I had to write them down.

1) make your own world a happy one by doing what you enjoy otherwise you’re lost (so true)another way of saying get your own sh.t together before you can help some one else with theirs.

2) find an environment match not just a pay check ... eventually.

3) aim is to supplement team mates (reinforce/add skills, energy, perspective ... etc).

4) find a boss that complements personal strenghts and cancels out personal weaknesses.

--Dean