Quote by Steve Jobs

If I knew in 1986 how much it was going to cost to keep Pixar going, I doubt if I would have bought the company.

If I knew in 1986 how much it was going to cost to keep Pixa

Summary

This quote highlights the uncertainty and risks associated with investing in a company. The speaker reflects on their decision to acquire Pixar in 1986 and expresses doubt, implying that if they had known the high costs of maintaining the company, they may not have made the purchase. It emphasizes the hindsight bias, acknowledging that foresight is limited and that the true financial implications of such investments may not always be apparent at the time of decision-making.

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Doubt

By Steve Jobs

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