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What Did Matt MacInnis Learn From Steve Jobs

After Steve Jobs effectively stole Matt's designs for a product, Matt realized that your heroes are not who they appear to be. You should never be putting anyone on a piedestal.

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#13 — Matt MacInnis — A Beautiful Mind(set) ·

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