Monday, May 18, 2020
Forty years ago, fresh out of college, I met Tom when Bigelow Sanford gave me my first professional opportunity. I had been working at various jobs for about 10 years before that, but Bigelow was my first exposure to "white collar" or "office" work, and all the things that go with it. Along the way, while with Bigelow, I recall Tom being a stable and sound influence, not only about work tasks, but regarding demeanor and decorum as well. He made a lasting impression on a very young man just beginning all those decades ago.
His WW2 service was unknown to me until now, but his bearing and personality gave ongoing honor to his service to his country.
His work in pursuit of his faith also fits with the man I remember, though it was never a topic about which we spoke.
He kept a book on his desk entitled "Manage More by Doing Less." The idea always puzzled and fascinated me. Never forgetting those title words, though I never read the book, the idea of focusing on what must be done and empowering others in the right ways became part of my journey. In that small way, also, Tom helped me see the path ahead.
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