on 5 Jun Robert Scott Horning wrote in part:
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I hope that this isn't a serious proposal. In almost every situation
that I've seen an outside CEO, particularly for successful organizations
(a bankrupt company might be an exception), the results have been simply
disasterous. This includes both for-profit companies and non-profit
organizations. ...........
I feel a bit uneasy quoting only his intro as the same good caliber is found throughout
this post. The real dismay though lies in the follow-up that never occurred. If the
topic is say "nofollow", then we're comfortable with copious comment. So a
shying away from real 'meta' issues seems evident. Is this list mostly for off
the cuff stuff, or are more substantial subjects also fair game?
Now regarding Robert's reflections, I emphatically agree. More generally, I continue
to argue that "the proof is in the pudding". And the basic freedom forces which
have fashioned your products (WP etc.) so successfully can be tuned to address a much
broader range of challenges. And while I'd like nothing better than to provoke on
point discussions in this arena, the evidence suggests this is unlikely.
Finally, I closed subject 'rsHorning #00 ...' by asking for guidance on how to
improve my posts. Notably this request was not ignored, but graciously addressed by both
Robert & Birgitte SB. Robert focused on the history & nature of this list while
Birgitte mostly addressed writing style. Taken together their insights were helpful &
encouraging since both well targeted salient issues. Warmest thanks to each. Hopefully
their consul will result in improved posts. And while private email is often apropos,
this is an instance where their thoughts could have benefited list subscribers in
general.
Z.Clark