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Eight years of work can be copied in six months. It wasn't inevitable that it was going to work. A stolen design is stolen time.
Jonathan Ive
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Success is often the result of time and effort, but it can be undermined by theft and shortcuts.

Jonathan Ive emphasizes the value of original work and the time invested in creating something innovative. The quote highlights how quickly an idea can be replicated, underscoring the importance of protecting one's intellectual property and the deep commitment required to achieve meaningful success.

Themes

SuccessInnovationTimeDesignIntellectual Property

In practice

Example use cases

In a presentation about the importance of original ideas and designs.

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