The seminar was called “Indiana Jones and the Boulder of Doom.” The stage was empty except for two things. One was Dr. Jones. He was dressed in his finest Eddie Bauer—his corporate sponsor—outdoor wear, complete with whip and sidearm (like any print sales manager would carry). Along side of him was the huge round rock from the first movie. You know the one: It almost sealed him in the cave. Yeah, that one. Dr. Jones started the program by explaining what the rock represents and then goes on to teach a lesson on the value of perseverance. The following is our best recollection of what was said…
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