His story also influenced the way tech companies approach product launches. Apple's highly - anticipated product launches, masterminded by Jobs, became the model for many other companies. The secrecy, the big reveals, and the hype around new products all started with Jobs and Apple. His ability to create a sense of excitement and anticipation for new technology changed how the tech industry promotes its products.
It inspired a focus on design. Before Jobs, many tech products were more about functionality than aesthetics. But his emphasis on making products look as good as they functioned changed the game. Now, design is a crucial aspect for tech companies.
Jobs' success made other companies more competitive. Apple's rise under his leadership pushed competitors to up their game. They had to innovate more, improve user experience, and think more about marketing in a new way to keep up with Apple.