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Steve Jobs' vision transformed the tech industry by fostering a culture of innovation and creativity. He believed in the power of simplicity and user-friendly design, which led to the creation of revolutionary products like the iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Jobs also understood the importance of branding and marketing, as evidenced by the iconic 'Think Different' campaign. This campaign positioned Apple as a brand for creative rebels, which helped it stand out in the tech industry. Furthermore, Jobs' relentless focus on perfection and quality set a new standard in the industry, pushing other companies to up their game.
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As CEO, Jobs wanted to signal that Apple was still alive and stood for something special. So he requested Lee Clow, the creative director of Chiat/Day who made the 1984 ad, to create an iconic campaign. As Jobs said, "We had forgotten who we are. One way to remember who you are is to remember who your heroes are." The Think Different campaign was one of the most memorable print campaigns in history. It featured uncaptioned black-and-white portraits of iconic figures like Dalai Lama, Lennon, Edison and Richard Feynman with the Apple logo and the simple phrase: "Think different." Jobs made people think of themselves as creative rebels just by the computer they used. As Larry Ellison said, "Steve created the only lifestyle brand in the tech industry."
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