Oct 27, 2023
Paul McEnroe has the most beautiful story. He's been on a journey from an orphan to a guy who led a team that developed the barcode.
‘The Barcode: How a Team Created One of the World's Most Ubiquitous Technologies’
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Topics:
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[02:38] Introduction to background and upbringing.
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[03:06] Early life and family in Ohio.
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[03:33] Education, move to California, and involvement with IBM.
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[04:00] Introduction to the cowboy way of life.
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[07:00] Adoption by a loving family.
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[11:00] Introduction to involvement in rodeo competitions.
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[14:36] The role of debate and communication skills in life.
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[15:21] Journey from education to IBM.
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[20:00] The perspective of cowboys in various aspects of life.
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[22:29] Introduction to Tina, wife.
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[27:24] The humility and learning attitude shared by cowboys.
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[30:10] The Path to Wealth
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[32:00] The Role of Starting Your Own Business
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[32:08] Focusing on Money vs. Other Values
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[32:30] Contributing to Society and Helping Others
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[33:13] The Impact of Real Happiness
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[34:00] The Invention and Development of Barcodes
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[37:46] Social Challenges Faced in Barcode Adoption
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[44:12] The Transition to QR Codes
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[45:32] Being Prepared for Unexpected Challenges
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[52:31] Western and English Saddle Preferences
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[54:55] Coping with Personal Loss and Finding Love Again