Lessons from a great mentor

The speaker reflects on their experiences with David Putnam, highlighting his challenging yet fair nature. They learned three key lessons: ambition, attention to detail, and the importance of being a decent human being. David's belief in possibilities, meticulous attention to detail, and kind demeanor left a lasting impact, demonstrating that kindness can achieve more than authority.

What characteristic of David Putnam is highlighted as both challenging and beneficial?

• His humor

• His leniency

• His generosity

• His challenging nature

According to the speaker, what was David Putnam's view on possibilities?

• Everything is possible if you know the right people

• Only a few things are possible

• Nothing is guaranteed

• Everything is impossible

What did the speaker learn about attention to detail from David?

• To ignore minor details

• To focus on the impact of their work

• To always use red felt tips

• To write longer papers

How did David Putnam's approach to being a decent human being affect others?

• It caused people to dislike him

• It helped him get more out of people

• It made him seem weak

• It made him less effective

What was a key lesson about leadership that the speaker learned from David?

• Being pleasant and decent yields better results

• Ignoring others' opinions is crucial

• Being authoritative is the best approach

• Throwing your weight around is necessary