1,160 Quotes by Pearl Zhu

The front side of IT needs to be intuitive and delightful, but the back side of IT is complex and scientific.

A bridge-like CIO has the mind to think via the multidimensional lens, the gut to innovate fearlessly; the strategy to lead wisely and the skill to move progressively.

The CIO must now wear many hats, and see the forest through the trees.

The difference between an “Atypical CIO” and a “Stereotypical CIO” is not about the physical identity but at the mindset level.

CIOs may not be the subject matter expert of all IT domains, but they should understand technology enough to ensure they have a keen sense of judgment on the priorities for IT investment.

The tough choice facing CIOs is not about only picking one identity as either being strategic or tactical, but about - when acting as a strategic leader, when playing as a tactical manager.

From average to great is a leadership journey; it takes vision, passion, confidence, problem-solving skills, and teamwork to match up.

Digital-savvy CIOs can envision the upcoming business trends and have both “sense and sensitivity” to understand people and lead effortlessly.

A CIO needs to be better-rounded than to have a title of “logical” or “creative.