Bill Gates, once known for his harsh management style and bullying demeanor at Microsoft, has significantly transformed over the years. Early employees recall him as demanding and critical, even memorizing license plates to monitor work hours. Gates acknowledges that his younger self would be appalled by who he is now, as he has mellowed and evolved. His journey from a ruthless leader to a thoughtful philanthropist underscores the important lesson that personal growth and change can redefine who we are beyond our past actions.
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00:00Bill Gates, the tech mogul we admire today for his philanthropic efforts, was once known
00:05for a very different reputation, one as an office bully.
00:09In the early days of Microsoft, Gates was infamous for his harsh management style.
00:14Former employees recall him shouting at them, calling their ideas the stupidest f***ing
00:19things, and demanding perfection at all costs.
00:22He even memorized license plates, patrolling the parking lot to monitor employees' work
00:27hours.
00:29And Gates has dramatically changed.
00:31He admits that his 20-year-old self would be disgusted with who he is now, recognizing
00:36how much he's mellowed out over the years.
00:38From ruthless to reflective, Gates' transformation highlights a key lesson.
00:42Personal growth isn't just about achieving success, it's about evolving as a leader
00:47and human being.
00:48A powerful reminder that our past doesn't define us, but our ability to change does.