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Comparing Musk to Historical Leaders like Steve Jobs
The debate extends beyond raw results to leadership qualities. Comparing Musk to iconic figures like Steve Jobs, some argue Musk is more engineer-centric, deeply involved in product and technical details, whereas Jobs excelled at design and vision. Musk’s engineering intuition and hands-on approach have driven technological breakthroughs, including reusable rockets, autonomous vehicles, and neural interfaces.
Both leaders demanded intense environments—Jobs had his legendary temper, and Musk’s famously volatile moods might be seen as a feature rather than a flaw. Their shared traits include high passion, relentless pursuit of excellence, and willingness to make tough decisions, including firing top talent when needed.