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#77 Steve Jobs (The NeXT Years)

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Steve Jobs at NeXT: A Micromanager's Dilemma

This chapter examines Steve Jobs' micromanagement style during his tenure at NeXT, revealing how his focus on trivial tasks undermined the company's success and contradicted his hiring philosophy. It illustrates the conflict between his visionary ambitions and practical business needs, drawing parallels to other historical leaders and highlighting his resistance to change despite the pressures faced.

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