Steve Jobs and his blind spots 🕶️ {The Virtual PM Newsletter}


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Hey Reader,

Ever heard of Steve Jobs? Yeah, the guy who revolutionized tech, design, and pretty much how we live our lives today.

Yeah you probably know who he is...

During the early days of Apple, Steve’s confidence in his vision sometimes caused him to overlook his team’s concerns or misjudge what customers truly needed.

Sure, his boldness brought innovation, but it also caused setbacks—because blind spots aren’t just for the rest of us, they’re a part of being human.

Even a visionary like Jobs wasn’t immune to blind spots.

In fact, some of his biggest challenges came from failing to see the whole picture.

So, what about your blind spots?

Maybe you’ve jumped to conclusions or stuck to a plan that felt safe, only to realize later you missed something crucial, and it hindered your leadership growth.

I’ve been there too—and it cost me in ways I never saw coming.

I wrote more about this in this article where I share real stories (including my own) and practical strategies to tackle blind spots head-on.

I also created an infographic below to outline how these blind spots are hindering your leadership growth.

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CEO, The Virtual PM

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