In late 1985, during the inaugural NeXT retreat, Steve Jobs was resistant to certain ideas and proposals, indicating his strong opinions and independent thinking. This moment highlighted his leadership style, characterized by a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom and push boundaries for innovation.
Walter Isaacson's biography on Steve Jobs delves into these formative moments in the tech visionary's career. It showcases how Jobs's refusal to conform during pivotal meetings laid the groundwork for the groundbreaking developments that followed in his career and at NeXT.