We closed one of our funding rounds about the same time we landed our largest government R&D contract. At that moment, our plans were clear, our bank account was flush, and the horizon was bright. But I only got one day of basking. The next day I was back in the sprint, aligning our plans and expectations with reality. Within a year, our company was pivoting as the complexity of new technology ran into market acceptance and price tolerance. I needed real-time feedback from my team on what was working, and more importantly, what wasn't. Leadership isn't hard when things…

Warren Buffett advises young people to read extensively, work on their communication skills, and strive for a job they will be excited to do each day. The investor and Berkshire Hathaway CEO offered the guidance as part of a virtual commencement address on Saturday to students graduating from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln - his alma mater. Here are the 11 best quotes. Warren Buffett's advice to young people: Read widely, find a job you're passionate about, and earn the love and admiration of those around you. The billionaire investor and Berkshire Hathaway CEO shared those tips during a recent conversation…