What does MVP mean to you?The MVP award is a great honor, and the program has been valuable in my career and community activities. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer, I have been involved mainly in Windows Server training activities, and the program has enabled me to become more knowledgeable and keep the engineers motivated. If you could ask Steve Ballmer one question about Microsoft, what would it be?I consider computers and related technologies as "tools," however these tools can also confuse people. Although Microsoft does not build computers, it generates great ideas for technology. I would ask Steve Ballmer which ideas Microsoft is developing to enable people to use computers without realizing that the "computer is the computer". What do you think the best software ever written was?I think Microsoft® Word is the best software because it has maintained its original objective of performing word processing. Its basic functions enable users to easily write characters and perform layout to create sentences that reveal their learning processes and thought patterns, and additional functions allow for ease of use. Thus, Microsoft Word is a very friendly application that enables users to fulfill their potential. If you were the manager of Windows SharePoint Services, what would you change?Windows SharePoint Services have been improved with a version upgrade that reflects user feedback, so my ideas are already included in Microsoft’s vision. Recently I have had more opportunities to use Microsoft Office Groove® 2007 and have noticed that despite the availability of more standard features, it has become more difficult to understand and use Windows SharePoint Services V3.0. Collaboration aims to enhance convenience and productivity in operations, and as collaboration becomes more complex, users become less productive. Since I would like to maximize user experience with SharePoint, I would suggest a two-step user interface to administer SharePoint so that the overall administration screen appears only when selecting the "Advanced Setting"; however, the standard setting would present an entry point with basic information that could be expanded. Thereby, facilitating administration by making it as easy as possible, and allowing users to advance when ready. If users see everything in the first stage, they may feel that they cannot progress until everything is understood. | What are the best features/improvements of SharePoint?My favorite feature of SharePoint is the concept of "content type," which enables the overall management of workflow, object policies and behaviors. Many users have wanted to use this function to extend SharePoint further. What was the last book you read?I read Ken Mori’s "Has the Internet made Us happy?" which explores continuous change within social infrastructures, including computers and the Internet. Regardless of need, some technologies are developed by engineers and provided for general users; however, these technologic evolutions do not always improve the users’ work and lifestyles, a significant point for computer engineers. I learn new technologies to improve as a trainer and satisfy my interests, but also doubt the usefulness of some technologies. This book influenced me by keeping me mindful that problems should be solved mainly by users, not technology. What music CD do you recommend?My favorite CD is "True Colors" by Cyndi Lauper. I believe that everyone has many faces and each has different talents. I become mentally fatigued when I overextend myself too often in order to show my better self. I often listen to this song when I want to act like myself and reset my mind. What makes you a great MVP?I am proactively committed to community activities and am involved in such offline communities as Silent Office and no Word. These communities are not restricted to IT professionals as I sometimes hold seminars for real end users in the region. Microsoft® Office products are often used separately, but I conduct seminars and lectures using the slogan "Let us use Office products as one system!" I always strive to cover products that usually are not covered by others and transmit information to as many people as possible. | What's in your computer bag?My computer bag contains my favorite laptop, a mouse and cables – LAN cables (crossing and straight) and a USB cable. I also have some sticky memo notes and a smart phone with the Windows Mobile® OS. What is the best thing that has happened since you have become an MVP?First, I attended the MVP Global Summit and was pleased to build lasting relationships with great engineers throughout the world. I also enjoy speaking directly to and learning from Microsoft developers. My ability to solve problems is always enhanced through discussion with others. Secondly, my parents, who never showed interest in computers previously, became interested in my activities. Through my role as an MVP, my parents can now more easily visualize and understand my activities. What is your motto?My motto is "Be humble at any time". Daily life presents both good and bad times. However, I think humility can dictate the best reaction. I try to learn more about technology and humanity from everyone. Humility is not weakness, rather it is more valuable than pride and overconfidence. Who is your hero?I do not have a specific hero, but consider anyone who supports me as a hero, which includes my senior trainers, community activity volunteers, and my caring family. As more people support me, I can commit myself to more activities. What does success mean to you?I think success is a by-product of effort. It is achieved by setting a proper goal and moving toward it steadily. If my activity can please other people as a result, it is success. If it has favorable results for me, it is success too. When I set a goal, I am not always concerned about success, I just try to move forward naturally without regrets. |
