"I'm not an entrepreneur. I joined an entrepreneur, Bill Moog, when his company had a thousand employees and sales of $25 million. Twenty-two years later, at $300 million, Bill retired and I became CEO. Moog Inc. is now close to $2 billion.
Jim Hirshfield's advice wasn't available for us at the time -- but it resonates now. Jim is adamant that you've got to have a plan. Jim talks about the C - word, commitment. Our plans would not have succeeded without our relentless commitment. And, as Jim suggests, when you get your company started, you're responsible for the culture. Bill took ownership for developing a company culture that my management team has embraced and elaborated. All the way along, we have made time for our personal lives and commitments. The career plan that Jim presents worked for Bill Moog and for me. I hope it works for you."

Robert T. Brady
CEO
Moog, Inc.