While there is absolutely no denying the technological legacy that Steve Jobs leaves behind I think that is not the only legacy he leaves, and in my opinion not the most important. In my opinion, Steve Jobs’ legacy will be the fact that because he pursued his passion, he was able to change the world. And according to him, we can do it too!
I posted this video previously but after Steve Jobs died yesterday, I couldn’t stop thinking about it. His 2005 commencement speech at Stanford is a call to action to all of us to follow our passion(s) and change the world (or at least make it a better place). Even though it’s been a few months since the first time I watched this video, the same two parts still stand out to me:
“You’ve got to find what you love. And that is as true for your work as it is for your lovers. Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle. As with all matters of the heart, you’ll know when you find it. And, like any great relationship, it just gets better and better as the years roll on. So keep looking until you find it. Don’t settle.”
“Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma — which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.”
So watch the video and share your thoughts: What’s stopping you from pursing your passion? What’s stopping you from making the world a better place? What obstacles are standing in your way? Are you settling?
DoGood Diva
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Great read.
I’ve been meaning to take the time and read into his legacy, and hadn’t, but your post and resulting video (will view later) goes a long ways towards giving an accurate account of why nearly everyone has nothing but excellent things to say about the late Steve Jobs.
The world lost a good one.
It’s rare when you hear nothing but good things about a person. I’ve not heard a single negative thing about him. His is a great story. You’ll love the video. Can’t wait to read your thoughts on it.
Thanks for sharing the video, I probably would’ve come across it eventually, but I came across it here. So thank you.
Such an inspiring speech on Jobs behalf, and a great sense of humor (asking how can someone who co-founded conpany be fired). He reminds me of a genius in the sense of a genius not being interested in too much outside of what interests him.
Interesting how Jobs spoke of being diagnosed with cancer. Might I add that his motto on life is something in which we could all stand to keep close to our hearts.
I loved the film Toy Story 3, yet had no idea that Jobs blueprint was all over the place via Pixar.
Knowing myself, I’ll probably replay the video quite often to stay motivated and continuously inspired.
You speak the truth towards everyone having good things to say about a man who overcame the odds to leave quite an impression on the world.
I too watched this video a couple of months ago and was surprised by his humble speech. It surprised me because it was so different from the presentation he gave after the Iphone 4 was having serious problems. I believe Jobs as well as others start to see life different after a crisis. That crisis can be health, financial, family, work, etc. Jobs held true to his passion.
To answer your question, for me, what is stopping me is vision. I understand what my passion (purpose) is, at this time I am not fully aware of how to get there. I have tried several approaches; but I am at a point where I am listening to God for instructions.
Figuring out how to accomplish your mission/purpose can definitely be a problem. I wish there was an easy answer but I don’t think there is. I think we have to seek out opportunities to fulfill our mission but I also think opportunities will present themselves when we’re fully committed to living our purpose.