You won't read about Pogo in Stuff magazine because it doesn't pour drinks. But ultimately, companies that focus on the intelligence of their customers rather than the intelligence of their technology will produce the innovations that really matter.
Martha Stewart takes her act to a Manhattan courtroom on November 18 for a pretrial hearing on her insider-trading case. Here is a sampling from the 60,000-plus messages sent to her Web site, www.marthatalks.com, since June.
"I am a 22-year-old guy who is just trying to get my things together and possibly someday succeed in life. . . . Don't ever forget how superbly fabulous you are and how crazy and unpredictable life can be sometimes."
--John Bates
"My wife and I both agree that most of your current situation is caused by the simple fact that you are a very successful and talented businessperson, who happens to be a real lady."
--Jim and Beverly Nelson
"You are still my hero, Martha. Just remember . . . that when life hands you lemons, you make a delicious lemonade!"
--Bill Poe
"You have worked very hard for all you have achieved. Men in your position would be praised. How sad you can't receive that same treatment."
--Julie Trout
"Please know we are all behind you during this difficult time. At my church, a member of the Flower Guild made 'Save Martha' flower stickers and we wear them proudly. You remain in our thoughts and prayers."
--Brenda Lawson
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