Do not stand in front of change; unless to lead it.

That means it is at its most delicate moment. In terms of our own mediating role, some of these issues are contentious; (it's) not clear they can be resolved.

The Role of a Lifetime

Any luxury company is susceptible to a slowdown in the U.S. or Japan. The macro issues are really more important for a luxury company.

Everyone wears clothing, yes? Society divides these clothing up into Men & Women’s, Boys & Girls’, Jr. & Miss. But society cannot decide who wears what. While the fabric may be cut to suit a traditionally male or female body (boy or girls body), the second the buyer purchases the item, that clothing no longer becomes 'boys' or 'girls' clothes, but rather, the buyers clothes. This is an example of the individual defining the identity term vs. the identity term defining the individual.

We've been very consistent here in terms of our approach and the way we've dealt with issues that have come up, ... I think the players, especially for a veteran team, appreciate a direct honesty and a direct approach. We don't pull punches and we're on the same page. We're working together toward one cause, one goal.