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“When Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak created Apple computer in a garage in Palo Alto, it heralded the beginning of the PC revolution that ultimately dealt a death-blow to dozens of older companies.” quote by Eric Ries
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“When Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak created Apple computer in a garage in Palo Alto, it heralded the beginning of the PC revolution that ultimately dealt a death-blow to dozens of older companies.”

Eric Ries

About This Quote

Source Book: The Lean Startup by Eric Ries, 2011

The founding of Apple in a modest garage sparked a technological shift that displaced many established firms, illustrating how innovation can upend incumbents.

In simple terms: Small beginnings can trigger massive industry change.

Key Takeaway

Embrace bold ideas despite humble origins.

Themes

innovation disruption technology business

Mood

analytical critical

Type

business historical

When to use this quote

  • entrepreneurship
  • product development
  • industry analysis

Key Concepts

startup culture creative destruction market shift

Questions to Reflect On

  • What responsibilities do innovators have to affected industries?
  • How can societies mitigate negative impacts of rapid tech change?
A Different Perspective

Disruption can cause collateral damage to workers and communities.

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