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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Larry Ellison Once Said, To Be 'The Next Steve Jobs,' You Need 'That Obsessive Compulsive Personality' Combined With 'Picasso's Aesthetic and Edison's Inventiveness'
Oracle Corp. (NYSE:ORCL) co-founder Larry Ellison, one of Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) Co-founder Steve Jobs' closest friends, once listed the qualities one would need if they wanted to be like him. What Happened: Speaking to the Wall Street Journal after Jobs' passing, Ellison spoke about the depth of his immersion in the creative process, which he credited as the reason behind his success. Don't Miss: Maker of the $60,000 foldable home has 3 factory buildings, 600+ houses built, and big plans to solve housing — this is your last chance to become an investor for $0.80 per share. The team behind $6B+ in licensing deals is now building the next billion-dollar IP empire — invest early at $2.25/share. "You want to know you're like Steve Jobs? It's very simple," Ellison said. "You are unable to think about anything but these serious problems at work and you just—that's all you can do. And you obsess about it until you solve it. And then you move on to the next thing, and you obsess about that until you solve it. And then you obsess about this until you solve it." Ellison went on to explain how that mindset, combined with Jobs' rare gifts to create something singular. "That obsessive-compulsive personality combined with this peculiar genius of Steve's—if you have that kind of obsession combined with Picasso's aesthetic and Edison's inventiveness, then you are the next Steve Jobs." Why It Matters: Beyond Jobs' dedication, Ellison highlighted his complete disregard for typical success metrics like wealth or status. "Apple became the most valuable company on earth and it wasn't even one of Steve's goals," Ellison said. "He wasn't trying to be rich. He wasn't trying to be famous. He wasn't trying to be powerful. He was obsessed with the creative process and building something beautiful." Other major figures in tech and business have also described Jobs in a similar vein. For example, Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) Co-founder Bill Gates called him a 'genius in a way you can't explain.' Read Next: Hasbro, MGM, and Skechers trust this AI marketing firm — Invest before it's too late. 'Scrolling To UBI' — Deloitte's #1 fastest-growing software company allows users to earn money on their phones. You can invest today for just $0.30/share with a $1000 minimum. Photo courtesy: drserg / Send To MSN: Send to MSN Up Next: Transform your trading with Benzinga Edge's one-of-a-kind market trade ideas and tools. Click now to access unique insights that can set you ahead in today's competitive market. Get the latest stock analysis from Benzinga? This article Larry Ellison Once Said, To Be 'The Next Steve Jobs,' You Need 'That Obsessive Compulsive Personality' Combined With 'Picasso's Aesthetic and Edison's Inventiveness' originally appeared on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
The Hindu
15-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Maharashtra Congress chief demands ‘Karnataka and Telangana pattern' for caste census
Demanding a time-bound caste census programme, Maharashtra Congress president Harshawardhan Sapkal, speaking to reporters on Thursday (May 15, 2025), sought the implementation of the 'Karnataka and Telangana pattern' for the caste census in the State. He also demanded that a case of sedition be booked against Madhya Pradesh BJP Minister Vijay Shah for his derogatory remarks against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, a senior Indian Army officer who was a part of the press briefings on Operation Sindoor. 'The issue of Maratha reservation will be resolved only after a caste-based census is conducted. Caste census is not just a headcount — it's a social agenda. In Maharashtra, the OBC (Other Backward Classes) population could rise from 27% to around 64%. This census will help determine the exact population of each community, thereby aiding the resolution of the Patidar, Gurjar, and Maratha reservation issues. The government should now train its staff and officials on the process and data collection methods involved in the census,' Mr. Sapkal said. He credited Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for taking up the demand for a caste census. 'Rahul Gandhi persistently demanded a caste-based census based on the principle of 'proportional representation as per population'. While the BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party) consistently opposed this demand, it was eventually compelled to accept it. After a caste census, issues regarding reservations for all community groups may be resolved,' Mr. Sapkal said. He also demanded the dismissal of Mr. Shah from the Madhya Pradesh Cabinet for his remarks on Colonel Qureshi. 'He should be immediately dismissed from both the Cabinet and the party, but it seems the BJP's Central leadership is supporting him. Despite the High Court directing that a case be filed against him, he shamelessly approached the Supreme Court, which too reprimanded him. This is a matter of national honour, and a sedition case should be registered against him, along with his expulsion from the Cabinet,' Mr. Sapkal said. He also slammed the BJP for obstructing Mr. Gandhi's convoy in Bihar. 'He was on his way to campaign for the 'Stop Migration, Give Jobs' movement. This reflects an abuse of power. What crime has he done by interacting with students But the BJP-led government does not believe in democracy. This incident is authoritarian and infringes upon his (Mr. Gandhi's) fundamental rights,' the Congress leader said.
Tom's Guide
15-05-2025
- Tom's Guide
The iPhone Fold needs to break this Steve Jobs commandment if it wants to succeed
Whether you want to call it iPhone Flip, iPhone Fold, or something else entirely, there's no denying the fact that the upcoming foldable iPhone is going to be unlike any other Apple smartphone. If rumors are to be believed, it may even have more in common with an iPad Pro than an iPhone 16. Which is why Apple needs to ditch one of the key iPhone commandments Steve Jobs laid out in 2007 during the original iPhone's launch event. "Nobody wants a stylus," claimed Jobs. "If you see a stylus, they blew it," he added in 2010. Obviously things turned out differently with the iPad and Apple Pencil, and Apple certainly "blew it" — as many Apple detractors like to point out. But true to Jobs' vision, Apple has never offered a stylus for the iPhone. That needs to change when the iPhone Fold arrives. The prospect of adding a stylus to an iPhone could prove controversial. Partly because of Jobs' own attitudes to them, and the fact iPhones have managed without needing one for 18 years now. But the iPhone Flip can't be seen as a regular phone. We don't know a lot about the iPhone Flip's specs right now, but we do know that it's almost certainly going to be a book-style foldable — with a similar look to the Galaxy Z Fold 6 or Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Or, in other words, a large folding screen that's hidden in an ordinary-sized phone. If other foldables are anything to go by, that screen will be somewhere around 8-inches. Maybe a little less, but that would still mean the screen is firmly out of typical smartphone territory — and muscling in on tablet country. Which would make the iPhone Flip more like an iPad than a phone. Size may not be the only way to differentiate between iPads and iPhones, but it is the big one. And while 7.5- to 8-inches is smaller than all the iPads Apple currently makes, there's precedent for similar-sized screens to bear the iPad name, like the 7.9-inch iPad mini 5 and its predecessors. It may be able to make phone calls, and run on iOS, but if it looks like a tablet and quacks like one too, then it sounds a lot like an iPad to me. And it would be weird for Apple to release anything iPad-adjacent without some kind of Pencil support. The selling point of Apple iPhones and iPads is the touchscreen. In the years before the first iPhone's launch, the majority of touchscreens were mediocre, to say the least. They weren't very responsive and struggled with accuracy, so a stylus was probably the best way to get anything done. For general everyday control, there's nothing that beats the touchscreen. Even voice controls aren't really at that stage, especially when Siri is involved. But there are cases when a stylus can be a very useful accessory to have. Optional, of course, but still useful. Having such a big screen would be a waste if you weren't able to take advantage of it in some way. There's only so much streaming and reading you can do before that iPad starts to feel a little stale. Those big screens can be utilized in so many different ways compared to the relatively-cramped iPhone displays. You have room for creating artwork, multitasking, and a device suitable for hand-writing. I'll admit, I much prefer handwriting to typing and the opportunity to do that digitally has always appealed — hence why I ended up with an iPad. A stylus can offer an extra level of precision that you just can't get with a finger or thumb. It doesn't matter how good your touchscreen technology is, no amount of upgrading can change the fact the input is essentially a blunt blob of human being. Even if you're not interested in writing or art, the guaranteed precision of a stylus tip means anytime you need fine control over the contents of your screen you have it. And the bigger the screen, the more you have to try and control. I get that Steve Jobs didn't want anything to do with styluses back in 2007, since Apple had to showcase how good the iPhone's touchscreen was, but times have changed. Whether Apple wants to add stylus support to non-folding iPhones or not, the iPhone Flip is the perfect opportunity to break with tradition. Not only is it basically an iPad, thanks to the larger display, it would give the phone a lot more utility. What's the point in having an iPad that you can fit in your pocket if it can't do all that an iPad can?
Forbes
30-04-2025
- Business
- Forbes
The Art Of Extreme Focus: Why Most Entrepreneurs Get Distracted
Most entrepreneurs aren't failing from lack of ideas. They're drowning in them. New projects, new platforms, new revenue streams constantly grab their attention. Before they've mastered one thing, they're chasing three more, spreading themselves across multiple ventures without giving any the attention needed to reach excellence. This pattern of constant distraction kills momentum, prevents mastery, and ultimately sabotages success before it has a chance to compound. I've seen this pattern repeatedly during my decade running a social media agency and now as I build Coachvox. The entrepreneurs who struggle most are usually the ones trying to do everything at once. They launch services while starting YouTube channels, build apps while writing books, and target multiple audiences without truly understanding them. But those who make serious money have mastered the art of extreme focus. It's their superpower. The business graveyard is filled with brilliant ideas that never reached their potential because their creators abandoned them too quickly. The typical entrepreneur jumps from idea to idea, constantly chasing new opportunities without giving any single venture the time it needs to gain traction. Winning entrepreneurs pick one clear direction and pursue it relentlessly. They commit to one core offer, master one marketing channel, and serve one specific audience. This focus develops deeper expertise, builds stronger systems, and creates more value. Here's how to get it. The path to impressive business growth starts with one signature offer that you refine until it's exceptional. Amazon sold only books for years. Facebook was just a college social network. Apple, under Jobs' return, cut 70% of their products to focus on just four. Strategic choices to achieve mastery before expansion. Your business needs this same intentional constraint. Pick your most promising product or service and make it remarkable. Pour your energy into perfecting your delivery, exceeding client expectations, and building systems to scale this single offer. Only when you've truly mastered one thing should you consider adding another. Many entrepreneurs exhaust themselves trying to maintain presence across every social channel, newsletter platform, and podcast directory. They post sporadically everywhere instead of consistently somewhere. This scattered approach guarantees mediocrity across all platforms. Stop chasing every shiny new app. Choose one channel where your ideal clients congregate and own it completely. Whether it's LinkedIn, YouTube, or a dedicated email list, commit to showing up regularly with valuable content. Focus on growing one audience rather than dividing attention across many. The compound effect of consistent value on a single platform will help you win every time. When you try to serve everyone, you connect deeply with no one. Your marketing message becomes generic, your solutions too broad, and your expertise too shallow to command premium prices. Being a generalist is the fastest path to commoditization. Double down for maximum results. Narrow your focus to a specific audience segment with a clear problem you can solve exceptionally well. Learn their language, understand their unique challenges, and build solutions tailored precisely to their needs. Extreme specialization lets you charge higher rates while facing less competition. Successful entrepreneurs aren't just good at starting things. They excel at stopping things. They regularly audit their business activities and eliminate anything that doesn't directly contribute to their primary goal. They say no to good opportunities because they're committed to great ones. They ignore trends because they're building something timeless. Treat your time and focus as non-renewable resources. For every new commitment you consider adding, identify what you'll stop doing to make room. If something isn't moving you directly toward your main objective, eliminate it without hesitation. Ruthless prioritization creates space for excellence in what truly matters. Your environment shapes your behavior more than willpower ever could. Top performers design their physical and digital spaces to eliminate distractions and enhance concentration. They work in dedicated spaces free from interruptions. They schedule deep work blocks protected from meetings and notifications. They use tools that minimize distractions rather than multiply them. Create environments that make focus the default rather than the exception. Turn off notifications. Close unnecessary tabs. Clear physical clutter. Work in 90-minute focused blocks followed by short breaks. Environmental adjustments make sustained concentration dramatically easier to maintain. Focus is the superpower skill that improves everything else. Direct your full attention to one clear objective to learn faster, solve problems more effectively, and make better decisions. Finish what you start. Build momentum that compounds. Choose a signature offer and perfect it. Pick one platform and dominate it. Serve a specific audience that values your solution. Practice relentless elimination of distractions. Create environments that support deep focus. Make these your non-negotiable business practices for the next 90 days.
Web Release
08-03-2025
- Business
- Web Release
Ministry of Economy hosts workshop to unveil the new national talent attraction and retention strategy 2031
The Ministry of Economy hosted the 'Future of Jobs' workshop in collaboration with Integra Seven, a leading UAE-based public policy research and consulting firm. The session brought together representatives from 14 key economic entities and companies across the country. The workshop focused on empowering, attracting, and retaining talented individuals in the country, in line with this year's UAE Innovation Month themed 'UAE Innovates 2025', reinforcing the country's position as a global leader in innovation across various economic sectors. H.E. Juma Mohammed Al Kait, Assistant Undersecretary for International Trade Affairs at the Ministry of Economy, emphasized the UAE's continued efforts to achieve its vision to become the best global destination for talented individuals and innovators. This commitment strengthens the country's knowledge- and innovation-driven economic model and reinforces its leadership in attracting and retaining global talent. These efforts include the adoption of strategic initiatives and policies that contribute the development of an attractive environment to attract companies and individuals, thus enhancing their contribution to the sustainable growth of the national economy. The workshop witnessed the launch of the UAE National Talent Attraction and Retention Strategy 2024-2027 and provided participants with key insights into its objectives. Attendees witnessed the unveiling of 17 groundbreaking projects and initiatives that reinforce the nation's unwavering commitment to cultivating a dynamic and competitive environment for talents to thrive. These efforts aim to cement the UAE's status as the ultimate destination where ideas and talents transform into regionally and globally successful ventures. The workshop also served as a valuable opportunity for networking and facilitating the exchange of insights and expertise among key decision-makers from participating entities and companies, including talent leaders from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (Du), Emirates Airlines, DHL, C3 – Companies for Good, Cigna Healthcare, Ahoy Technology, Tarjama, Al Tamimi & Company, First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), Infosys, and GrubTech. Their contributions and expertise enriched the dialogue, ensuring a holistic approach to the aspirations and requirements of the future. Natalia Sycheva, Managing Director of Integra Seven, emphasized the importance of private-public collaboration, saying, 'Through this workshop, we not only identified the challenges but also co-created innovative solutions. It provided a valuable opportunity to foster dialogue and cooperation between industry leaders and policymakers in the UAE.' The initiative builds on the high-level events recently organized by the Ministry of Economy, reinforcing its commitment to fostering continuous dialogue with private and public sector stakeholders in both strategy development and implementation.
