Apple Grows Up
Well it’s all over the news. Steve Jobs has resigned as CEO of Apple.
“I have always said if there ever came a day when I could no longer meet my duties and expectations as Apple’s CEO, I would be the first to let you know. Unfortunately, that day has come,”
No doubt Steve’s health has played a huge role in the decision, but I think also that this is an indication that he now feels he can let go. Stories from the early years of Apple clearly show his control freak personality. It is a big deal for him to let go of his baby.
And that’s the point. Apple is now “grown up”. And just like a child leaving home, the father of Apple hasn’t completely ended the relationship. He’s still around to give advice and direction. He’s just not making the day to day decisions.
Sounds a lot like successful parenting to me.
