All of us need to be on guard against arrogance, which knocks at the door whenever you are successful. — Steve Jobs

All of us need to be on guard against arrogance, which knocks at the door whenever you are successful.

Author: Steve Jobs

Insight: Success whispers a dangerous lie: that you're special enough to ignore what worked before. Notice how the people who stay sharp keep asking "what am I missing?" while others stop listening entirely. Your past wins are actually your biggest blind spot.

Source: 2003 60 Minutes interview

All of us need to be on guard against arrogance, which knocks at the door whenever you are successful.

Steve Jobs2003 60 Minutes interview

Insight

Success whispers a dangerous lie: that you're special enough to ignore what worked before. Notice how the people who stay sharp keep asking "what am I missing?" while others stop listening entirely. Your past wins are actually your biggest blind spot.

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Steve Jobs

Steve Jobs (1955–2011) was an American entrepreneur and co-founder of Apple Inc. He is known for revolutionizing the technology industry with his innovative products, including the Macintosh computer, iPod, iPhone, and iPad, and for his visionary leadership in creating a global brand that has transformed the way we interact with technology.

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