The Daily Mastery Podcast by Robin Sharma

Steve Jobs' Most Valuable Talent?

Aug 26, 2024

The discussion explores Steve Jobs' unique talent for being authentic and self-assured. His unwavering faith in his mission allowed him to stand firm against critics. True wealth is contrasted with superficial success, emphasizing the importance of pursuing genuine ambitions. The conversation also highlights how inner beauty and attention to detail can inspire greatness. Adversity is seen as an opportunity for growth, reflecting the idea of maintaining high standards in life.

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Steve Jobs' ability to remain authentic and true to his vision allowed him to overcome criticism and prioritize meaningful work.

The importance of inner excellence and quality in craftsmanship was exemplified by Jobs' insistence on every detail, visible or not.

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The Importance of Inner Excellence

Steve Jobs' experience painting a fence as a child illustrates the value of inner excellence and attention to detail in one's work. When Jobs painted only the visible side of the fence, his father's insistence on painting the hidden side highlighted the importance of doing quality work, regardless of who would see it. This lesson carried into Jobs' work at Apple, where he emphasized that the inside of the Macintosh should be aesthetically pleasing, believing that true artistry includes all aspects of a creation. By focusing on inner beauty, Jobs demonstrated that pride in one's work can drive innovation and excellence, regardless of external validation.

The Art of Inner Beauty and Inspiration

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While Steve Jobs was clearly intelligent, focused and relentless, his greatest talent just might have been his acute comfort in his own skin.

...And his “unmessable with” faith in the glory of his mission.

...And his rare capacity to stand in his own power in the face of critics, cynics and naysayers.

He had the internal strength, sense of self and passionate authenticity to live his ambitions, speak his truth and be himself, at all costs.

His vision and the product mattered more to him than being adored by others. And fitting in.

This is what my new book The Wealth Money Can’t Buy is all about. Real wealth versus fake success. True winning versus spending your life climbing a mountain, only to find out at the end that it was the wrong one. You can order it now by clicking here.

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