“I think different religions are different doors to the same house. Sometimes I think the house exists, and sometimes I don't. It's the great mystery.”

“Being the richest man in the cemetery doesn’t matter to me. Going to bed at night saying we’ve done something wonderful… that’s what matters to me.”

“I’m as proud of many of the things we haven’t done as the things we have done. Innovation is saying no to a thousand things.”

“I have a great respect for incremental improvement, and I've done that sort of thing in my life, but I've always been attracted to the more revolutionary changes.”

“My favorite things in life don’t cost any money. It’s really clear that the most precious resource we all have is time.”

“I’m convinced that the only thing that kept me going was that I loved what I did. You’ve got to find what you love.”

“Innovation comes from people meeting up in the hallways or calling each other at 10:30 at night with a new idea, or because they realized something that shoots holes in how we’ve been thinking about a problem.”

“When you first start off trying to solve a problem, the first solutions you come up with are very complex, and most people stop there. But if you keep going, and live with the problem and peel more layers of the onion off, you can often times arrive at some very elegant and simple solutions.”

“It’s not about money. This is about finding something you love to do and being true to yourself.”

“I'm convinced that the only thing that kept me going was that I loved what I did. You've got to find what you love.”

“I want to put a ding in the universe.”

“Sometimes when you innovate, you make mistakes. It is best to admit them quickly, and get on with improving your other innovations.”

“Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it.”

“I’m as proud of many of the things we haven’t done as the things we have done.”

“You can't get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me.”

 

 

Steve Jobs – Biography

Born in San Francisco in 1955, Jobs co-founded Apple in 1976, building it into one of the world's most valuable companies.

He was adopted as a child and grew up in California. He attended Reed College for a short period before dropping out to travel and experiment with psychedelics.

He returned to California in the early 1970s and began attending meetings of the Homebrew Computer Club. He co-founded Apple with Steve Wozniak and helped create the Apple I and Apple II personal computers.

He left Apple in 1985 after a power struggle with the board of directors. He founded NeXT Computer and Pixar Animation Studios before returning to Apple in 1997.

He oversaw the development of the iMac, iPod, iPhone, and iPad, among other products, and helped turn Apple into a leading innovator in the technology industry.

Major Works

This would certainly include co-founding Apple, and helping create the Apple I and Apple II personal computers, which were instrumental in popularizing personal computing.

After leaving Apple, he founded NeXT Computer, which developed the NeXTSTEP operating system.

He also co-founded Pixar Animation Studios, which created some of the most successful animated films of all time, including "Toy Story," "Finding Nemo," and "The Incredibles."

After returning to Apple in 1997, Jobs oversaw the development of the iMac, iPod, iPhone, and iPad, among other products, which revolutionized the consumer electronics industry.

Awards and Accolades

1985 - awarded the National Medal of Technology by President Ronald Reagan for his contributions to the personal computing industry.

2007 - named the most powerful person in business by Fortune magazine.

Inducted into the California Hall of Fame in 2007 and the Bay Area Business Hall of Fame in 2008.

2011 - posthumously awarded a Grammy Trustees Award for his contributions to the music industry, specifically for his work with iTunes and the iPod.

Legacy and Impact

Jobs was a visionary and innovator who helped shape the technology industry and the way we live our lives today. His contributions to personal computing, animation, and consumer electronics are immeasurable.

He was known for his attention to detail and insistence on creating products that were both beautiful and functional. He believed that technology should be intuitive and easy to use, and he worked tirelessly to make that a reality.

His impact on popular culture is also significant. The iPod and iPhone, in particular, have become cultural touchstones, changing the way we listen to music, communicate, and consume media.

Jobs' legacy continues to influence the tech industry and beyond. His focus on design, simplicity, and user experience has become a benchmark for companies around the world.

Bibliography

Isaacson, Walter. Steve Jobs. Simon & Schuster, 2011.

Lashinsky, Adam. Inside Apple: How America's Most Admired--and Secretive--Company Really Works. Business Plus, 2012.

Wozniak, Steve. iWoz: Computer Geek to Cult Icon: How I Invented the Personal Computer, Co-Founded Apple, and Had Fun Doing It. W. W.

 

 

 

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