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Stevenson raises a provocative point: If Musk's current holdings already make him a billionaire or even a trillionaire, why does he seek further compensation? He argues that Musk’s pursuit of additional wealth through these arrangements is unprecedented among CEOs of similarly large companies, and suggests that the motivation might stem from self-enrichment rather than necessity or merit.
An Analogy: Comparing Elon Musk to LeBron James
To illustrate his argument, Stevenson uses an analogy involving NBA superstar LeBron James. He explains that by the age of 17, LeBron was already a billionaire due to endorsement deals and his NBA contract. Yet, he continued to play professionally because he genuinely loved the game and sought to compete at the highest level, not for money.