Steve Jobs Warned The Difference Between Good And Great Software Engineers Is ’50‑To‑1,’ Admitted Firing Non-Performers Was ‘Very Painful’ Yet Necessary

All NewsMay 5, 2025

Steve Jobs argued that hiring ‘only A players’ is the biggest lever in tech. He believed in a high-quality team and agreed with Elon Musk’s approach.

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