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“My job is to make the whole executive team good enough to be successors, so that's what I try to do.”

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Steve Jobs was an American entrepreneur, inventor, and business leader. He co-founded Apple Inc. and led the company to launch revolutionary products such as the Macintosh computer, iPod, iPhone, and iPad. Known for his innovative spirit and exceptional business acumen, Jobs had a profound impact on the modern technology industry. more

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