Ex-CEO Steve Ballmer says letting go of Microsoft was the best thing he did after stepping down — even if it took a year

Former CEO Steve Ballmer said he was 'too emotionally attached' to Microsoft.

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• Steve Ballmer said letting go of Microsoft emotionally took a year but was the right move.
• He nearly sold all his Microsoft stocks to detach, but stayed loyal after a colleague's advice.
• Ballmer said he's now found balance — loyal, detached, and focused on philanthropy.

Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer said the best move he made after stepping down from the tech...