Quote by Steve Jobs

The people who are doing the work are the moving force behind the Macintosh. My job is to create a space for them, to clear out the rest of the organization and keep it at bay.

The people who are doing the work are the moving force behin

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of empowering and prioritizing the individuals responsible for executing tasks. It suggests that the success and progress of an organization, represented by the Macintosh in this case, heavily rely on the people actually doing the work. The speaker's role, therefore, is seen as creating a supportive environment for these individuals by removing obstacles and minimizing interference from other organizational factors. This quote emphasizes the significance of recognizing the dedicated efforts of individuals and creating a conducive space for them to flourish within an organization.

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Work People Organization Rest Force Organizations

By Steve Jobs

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