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“The defining character of Steve Jobs isn't his genius, it isn't his talent, it isn't his success. It's his love. That's why crowds came to see him. You could feel that. It sounds ridiculous to talk about love when you are making a gadget. But Steve loved his work, he loved the products he…” quote by Larry Brilliant
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“The defining character of Steve Jobs isn't his genius, it isn't his talent, it isn't his success. It's his love. That's why crowds came to see him. You could feel that. It sounds ridiculous to talk about love when you are making a gadget. But Steve loved his work, he loved the products he produced, and it was palpable. He communicated that love through bits of steel and plastic.”

Larry Brilliant

About This Quote

Source Speech: Stanford Commencement Address, Steve Jobs, 2005

Steve Jobs’ impact stemmed from his deep love for his work, which inspired and attracted people beyond his talent or success.

In simple terms: Love for work inspired others.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate love for what you do.

Themes

leadership passion influence

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

biographical motivational

When to use this quote

  • product design
  • team motivation
  • public speaking
  • customer experience

Key Concepts

Authenticity emotional connection brand loyalty

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you show love for your work daily?
  • What practices nurture genuine passion?
A Different Perspective

Love alone may not guarantee market success without solid execution.

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