Melinda French Gates Almost Quit Microsoft At 25. Now She Has A Simple Rule for Giving Feedback Without Losing Your Cool: 'Being Clear Is Kind' - Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT)
Published on March 28, 2026.
Melinda French Gates, CEO of Microsoft (MSFT), has developed a simple rule for giving feedback without losing your cool. She explains that she doesn't rush into difficult conversations but instead makes it easier for employees to understand and grow. The rule includes a 48-hour period where employees are assured they're doing well by notifying them. This strategy began in her early career at Microsoft and she found it easier to adopt a firm but nurturing leadership style. She currently leads Pivotal Ventures and directs $12.5 billion from her divorce settlement towards philanthropic causes globally.
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