Microsoft just made it by being at the right place at the right time, not requiring much in terms of innovation or creativity.

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The responses were nearly uniform: everyone wanted more creativity, innovation, discretionary effort, pride or similar qualities from their teams.

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Is there any city, community or region that can possibly compete with its stunning record of innovation, creativity, and wealth generation?

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For some reason, the question of what price or parity at which to reinstate a gold standard system inspires people to new heights of creativity and innovation.

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