Here’s the full text of Steve Jobs’ resignation letter today, via Apple’s press release: To the Apple Board of Directors and the Apple Community: I have always said if there ever came a day when I could no longer meet my duties and expectations as Apple’s CEO, I would be the first to let you […]
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The Steve Jobs Resignation Letter

Aug 24th 2011 by

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Here’s the full text of Steve Jobs’ resignation letter today, via Apple’s press release:

To the Apple Board of Directors and the Apple Community:

I have always said if there ever came a day when I could no longer meet my duties and expectations as Apple’s CEO, I would be the first to let you know. Unfortunately, that day has come.

I hereby resign as CEO of Apple. I would like to serve, if the Board sees fit, as Chairman of the Board, director and Apple employee.

As far as my successor goes, I strongly recommend that we execute our succession plan and name Tim Cook as CEO of Apple.

I believe Apple’s brightest and most innovative days are ahead of it. And I look forward to watching and contributing to its success in a new role.

I have made some of the best friends of my life at Apple, and I thank you all for the many years of being able to work alongside you.

Steve

That first line is disheartening to read. The second, where he asks to take on the role of chairman is much more encouraging – and of course that request was accepted by the board, I imagine in less than 10 seconds.

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