He affirmed that we all have a story to share and something to learn from one another. That if we take time to connect, we can learn anywhere and from anyone.

If there’s one quality I believe defines wisdom in the workplace more than any other, it is the capacity for holistic or systems thinking that allows one to get the “gist” of something by synthesizing a wide variety of information quickly.

Perhaps most significant for my future role as a Modern Elder at Airbnb was the fact he did his best to intern publicly and mentor privately.

Whether it was the pace of growth of a “unicorn,” cultural trends of millennials, or how to size up the needs of Silicon Valley investors, Brian taught me as much as I taught him.

Danny has always understood how language can build culture by making essential concepts easy to understand and to teach. He is brilliant at coining phrases around common experiences, potential pitfalls, and favorable outcomes.