In a 2005 commencement speech at Stanford University, Steve Jobs shared his personal journey and experiences, emphasizing the importance of love for one's work. His passion for technology began in his youth and ultimately led him to found Apple, a company that would transform the tech industry. Along with Apple, Jobs was instrumental in other successful ventures, such as Pixar Animation Studios and NeXT. Despite accumulating significant wealth, estimated at $10.2 billion at his passing, Jobs highlighted that his primary motivation was not money but rather the love of what he did. He encouraged students to seek out what they love and assured them that persistence in the pursuit of passion would lead to successful careers. Jobs believed that greatness comes from combining interest with effort and emphasized the importance of collaboration, attributing much of his success to the willingness of others to help when asked.