Connecting the Dots, Love and Loss, and Embracing Death

Lessons from Steve Jobs' Life

Connecting the Dots

  • Dropping out of college led to unexpected opportunities
  • Calligraphy class influenced the design of the Macintosh computer
  • Trusting in the future and following curiosity is key
  • Believe in the power of connecting the dots

Love and Loss

  • Being fired from Apple led to a creative period of his life
  • Started companies like Next and Pixar
  • Rediscovered his passion for what he loves
  • Don't settle and keep looking for what you love

Embracing Death

  • The concept of death helps prioritize what is truly important in life
  • Facing a cancer diagnosis and the fear of death
  • Realizing the limited time we have and the need to follow our hearts
  • Avoiding the trap of external expectations and living authentically

Conclusion

  • Stay hungry and stay foolish in pursuing your passions
  • Don't be trapped by others' thinking
  • Find what you love and do great work
  • Make the most of your limited time