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“The first thing I think, I was building computers, I started to build a computer when I was 17 or 18 at home, an IBM compatible computer, and then I started to sell computers, and when I sold a computer to a company called Ligo I think, and they were selling systems which became blockbuster.” quote by Peter Jones
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“The first thing I think, I was building computers, I started to build a computer when I was 17 or 18 at home, an IBM compatible computer, and then I started to sell computers, and when I sold a computer to a company called Ligo I think, and they were selling systems which became blockbuster.”

Peter Jones

About This Quote

Source Interview: Business Talk, Peter Jones, date unknown

He began building and selling computers as a teenager, turning a hobby into a business that later supplied major companies.

In simple terms: Started building computers early, turned hobby into business.

Key Takeaway

Leverage early passions into entrepreneurial ventures.

Themes

entrepreneurship technology early start

Mood

motivational pragmatic

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • home workshop
  • selling to firms
  • scaling a startup

Key Concepts

innovation market entry skill development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What hobby could become a business?
  • How to identify market needs early?
A Different Perspective

Success depends on market demand and scaling ability.

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