
Why Apple Fired Steve Jobs (And Why It Made Him Unstoppable)
As leaders, we’re fascinated by Steve Jobs’ legendary impact, but what really made him one of history’s most iconic business figures? In today’s episode, we explore the depths of Jobs’ leadership genius and flaws to reveal the evolutionary psychology behind his extraordinary yet controversial success.
From his theatrical product launches to his infamous fish tank demonstration, we examine why Jobs’ leadership style worked—and where it went terribly wrong. You’ll discover why vision without execution fails, how demanding excellence can either inspire or destroy, and why simplicity is the ultimate sophistication in business.
Don’t let your leadership potential go unrealized. Tune in now and learn three lessons from Jobs’ career that you can implement immediately. And if you want to dive deeper, grab my book, The Mammoth in the Room, for a practical roadmap on how great leaders embrace evolutionary truths for outstanding business results.
In this episode:
Introduction to Steve Jobs’ leadership style
The visionary leader: Jobs’ bold dreams and downfall
The cost of excellence: Fear vs. inspiration
Brand innovation: Execution over ideas
Leadership lessons from Steve Jobs
Resources Mentioned in the Episode:
Isaacson, Walter. Steve Jobs. Simon & Schuster, 2011
Gallo, Carmine. The Innovation Secrets of Steve Jobs. McGraw-Hill Education, 2010
Gallo, Carmine. The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs. McGraw-Hill Education, 2009