In the article, Transforming the Way People Think, Talk, and Act About Pensions, the LEOFF Plan 2 Board's executive director, Steve Nelsen, shares his ideas on the four noble truths of pensions. Additionally, Nelsen cites six common characteristics of successful plans and discusses how transforming people's thoughts, language and behaviors is necessary to sustaining a solid plan. "Ultimately, we need to create a real partnership among plan members, employers, and taxpayers." explains Nelsen.