Leaving Microsoft to Change the World
So, instead of getting a handle on some fast-approaching deadlines last night, I instead finished reading John Wood’s Leaving Microsoft to Change the World. Wood, who started at Microsoft in 1991, was inspired by a 1999 backpacking trip to Nepal to chuck his job, take his stock options, and found Room to Read, which builds schools and libraries in developing countries. Grab this book if you need some inspiration, want some insight into how business acumen translates into the nonprofit world, or just need a good read.
Anonymous:
Wood’s book was a great read with great advice for anyone doing fundraising or working with non-profits. If anyone wants to know more about how librarians can help, check out Librarians Without Borders.
12 October 2006, 11:55 pm