Apple CEO Tim Cook says he used to work at a burger restaurant at the age of 14
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Apple CEO Tim Cook says he used to work at a burger restaurant at the age of 14

India Today  

Apple CEO Tim Cook has shared his early working experiences, revealing how they shaped his approach to leadership and hard work. During an interview on the Table Manners podcast, Cook shared that his first job involved delivering newspapers at the age of 11, followed by flipping burgers at a fast-food chain called Tastee-Freez when he was just 14 years old. In 1998, Apple co-founder Steve Jobs personally invited Cook to join Apple as Senior Vice President of worldwide operations, marking the beginning of his journey at the tech company. Additionally, though Cook didn’t offer details on upcoming Apple products, he mentioned that there are several exciting projects in development.

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Apple’s Tim Cook quietly enjoys sandwich at restaurant in New Orleans; netizens say, ‘just being human’
1 month, 1 week ago

Apple’s Tim Cook quietly enjoys sandwich at restaurant in New Orleans; netizens say, ‘just being human’

Live Mint  

A video showing Apple CEO Tim Cook dining quietly at a restaurant in New Orleans has gone viral on social media. In the caption, the user named Jzosports wrote, “Apple CEO Tim Cook and Odell Beckham eat Po’boys at local New Orleans restaurant” Watch viral video here Social media reactions on the viral video In response to the viral video, …

Apple CEO Tim Cook committed massive investment, more jobs in the US, says Pres Trump
2 months ago

Apple CEO Tim Cook committed massive investment, more jobs in the US, says Pres Trump

Firstpost  

Trump revealed that he had spoken with Apple CEO Tim Cook, who reportedly committed to a major investment in the country. While Apple hasn’t revealed exactly what this new investment will look like, it’s clear that the company is focusing more on US-based operations Apple has always been a big supporter of creating jobs and manufacturing in the United States. …

Tim Cook reveals the morning ritual that has led to his success at Apple
2 months ago

Tim Cook reveals the morning ritual that has led to his success at Apple

Daily Mail  

He's one of the biggest names in the technology world. And now Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, has revealed the morning ritual that has led to his success. Speaking to Jessie and Lennie Ware on the Table Manners podcast, Cook explained that he always starts his day at 5am. And now Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, has revealed the morning …

Apple CEO Tim Cook says Apple Watch saved his father's life
2 months, 1 week ago

Apple CEO Tim Cook says Apple Watch saved his father's life

India Today  

In a rare personal interview, Apple CEO Tim Cook recently shared a bunch of details about his personal life, his daily routine, what he likes to eat for breakfast, how he starts his day, what wine he likes, and his favourite restaurant. On being asked whether the Apple CEO ever had a medical alert on his Apple Watch, Cook said, …

Trump hosts Apple CEO at Mar-a-Lago as big tech continues outreach to president-elect
3 months, 1 week ago

Trump hosts Apple CEO at Mar-a-Lago as big tech continues outreach to president-elect

The Hindu  

Donald Trump hosted Apple CEO Tim Cook for a Friday evening dinner at the president-elect's Mar-a-Lago resort, according to a person familiar with the matter who was not authorised to comment publicly. Cook is the latest in a string of big tech leaders — including OpenAI's Sam Altman, Meta's Mark Zuckerberg and Amazon's Jeff Bezos — who have sought to …

When Will Tim Cook Step Down? "I’ll Do It When It’s Time", Says Apple CEO
3 months, 2 weeks ago

When Will Tim Cook Step Down? "I’ll Do It When It’s Time", Says Apple CEO

ABP News  

Tim Cook, who took over as Apple’s CEO in August 2011, has been steering the tech giant for over 13 years. Before taking on the role of Apple’s CEO in 2011, Tim Cook served as the company’s chief operating officer, overseeing global operations, sales, and supply chain management. During Jobs’ medical leaves, Cook stepped in as interim CEO, successfully steering …

’I’ll do it until the voice in my head says…’ Tim Cook on stepping down as Apple CEO
3 months, 2 weeks ago

’I’ll do it until the voice in my head says…’ Tim Cook on stepping down as Apple CEO

Live Mint  

Apple Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook has recently answered the question of how long he plans to continue leading one of the most valuable technology companies in the world. In an interview with Wired, Cook, who became the CEO of Apple in August 2011, said he plans to continue until he feels it is time to leave the company. And …

Is Tim Cook ready to step down as Apple CEO? Here’s what the 64-year-old said about quitting
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Is Tim Cook ready to step down as Apple CEO? Here’s what the 64-year-old said about quitting

Hindustan Times  

Apple CEO Tim Cook has been at the helm of the multi-trillion dollar company for 13 years now and many have wondered how long he plans to continue in his role. Responding to the query of how long he wants to continue as the Apple CEO, Cook said that he “loves this place” and “that it's a privilege of a …

Is Tim Cook going to quit soon? Here is what the Apple CEO has to say
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Is Tim Cook going to quit soon? Here is what the Apple CEO has to say

India Today  

“It's a privilege of a lifetime to be here. And I'll do it until the voice in my head says, ‘It's time’, says Tim Cook when he was asked how long he sees himself as the CEO of Apple. Ternus serves as Apple’s senior vice president of hardware engineering, reporting directly to CEO Tim Cook. At 61, however, Williams’s age …

How Tim Cook cracked the code on working with Trump
3 months, 3 weeks ago

How Tim Cook cracked the code on working with Trump

Live Mint  

For years, through carefully choreographed dinners and meetings, Apple CEO Tim Cook did something that has eluded many other corporate leaders: He developed a personal relationship with President-elect Donald Trump. “That’s why he’s a great executive, because he calls me and others don’t," Trump said of Cook in 2019. On a podcast in October, Trump said Cook called him about …

Apple fans slam Tim Cook for his message to Trump
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple fans slam Tim Cook for his message to Trump

Daily Mail  

Apple fans have slammed CEO Tim Cook for congratulating Donald Trump on his victory after beating Kamal Harris in the 2024 US Election. Tim Cook congratulated Trump on winning the presidential election, but iPhone fans slammed the CEO for claims of 'election interference' Cook shared his message on X, praising Trump for his victory. The tech giant visited the White …

Tim Cook Can’t Run Apple Forever. Who’s Next?
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Tim Cook Can’t Run Apple Forever. Who’s Next?

Bloomberg  

Tim Cook has transformed Apple Inc. since taking over as chief executive officer from Steve Jobs in 2011, introducing new product categories, pushing into new businesses, and making an audacious attempt to take a new type of computing mainstream. But if it seems like a logical time for Cook to start planning for someone else to shape Apple’s next chapter, …

Aspire to work for Apple? Tim Cook lists ‘must-have’ character traits for employees
1 year, 3 months ago

Aspire to work for Apple? Tim Cook lists ‘must-have’ character traits for employees

Hindustan Times  

Apple CEO Tim Cook has listed some ‘must-have’ character traits that the company's HR managers look for in a candidate, while conducting interviews for positions at the tech giant. Appearing on a BBC podcast hosted by British-Albanian singer Dua Lipa, Cook stressed on how ‘collaboration’ is among the foremost traits one must possess to get hired at the Cupertino, California-based …

‘Want someone from within company’: Apple CEO Tim Cook on future successor
1 year, 4 months ago

‘Want someone from within company’: Apple CEO Tim Cook on future successor

Hindustan Times  

Apple CEO Tim Cook, who has held that position since August 2011, has said he wants to be succeeded by someone from within the company itself, adding that the iPhone maker has ‘detailed succession’ plans in place. Tim Cook, chief executive officer of Apple Inc. Cook was speaking on BBC's ‘Dua Lipa: At Your Service’ podcast hosted by the British-Albanian …

Apple’s Tim Cook Reveals What He Wants From The Next CEO Of The Company
1 year, 4 months ago

Apple’s Tim Cook Reveals What He Wants From The Next CEO Of The Company

News 18  

Apple is unlikely to see Tim Cook leave his position as the company’s CEO anytime soon but he did admit that the brand is already putting the wheels in motion to have a successor in place, in case something happens to him. Cook also talked about his love for working at Apple and how he can’t see going anywhere else …

Tim Cook feels his salary is too high, Apple cuts it by almost 50 per cent
2 years, 2 months ago

Tim Cook feels his salary is too high, Apple cuts it by almost 50 per cent

India TV News  

Tim Cook Salary: In a surprise move, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced that he will be taking a significant cut to his salary, reducing it by almost 50 per cent. Cook said he believes that a fair and reasonable salary for a CEO is one that is in line with the company's performance and the overall economic climate. He added …

Apple CEO Tim Cook Shares The Lessons That Steve Jobs Taught Him
2 years, 4 months ago

Apple CEO Tim Cook Shares The Lessons That Steve Jobs Taught Him

News 18  

Apple has continued to grow with Tim Cook at the helm of affairs but it would be hard to ignore the impact and lessons that Cook has learnt from his time at the company with the maverick that is Steve Jobs. In a recent interview, Cook opened up on these lessons that have helped the Apple CEO to become a …

Tim Cook reveals the four qualities he looks for in new Apple employees
2 years, 5 months ago

Tim Cook reveals the four qualities he looks for in new Apple employees

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Tim Cook has revealed the four traits he looks for in prospective Apple …

Apple CEO Tim Cook to address ‘Far Out’ event. 5 things to know about him
2 years, 6 months ago

Apple CEO Tim Cook to address ‘Far Out’ event. 5 things to know about him

Hindustan Times  

Apple Event 2022 Live: All eyes are on technology giant Apple's annual keynote event on Wednesday. Apple Event 2022 Live: Tim Cook will address the media and launch the upcoming lineup of cell phones and other electronic devices. Apple's chief executive officer Tim Cook will take the stage again at the Steve Jobs Theater in the company headquarters in California's …

Tim Cook earned over 1,400 times the average Apple worker in 2021
3 years, 2 months ago

Tim Cook earned over 1,400 times the average Apple worker in 2021

The Hindu  

Apple Inc boss Tim Cook's pay in 2021 was 1,447 times that of the average employee at the tech giant, a filing on Thursday showed, fuelled by stock awards that helped him earn a total of nearly $100 million. Cook, whose salary remained at $3 million, received $82.3 million in stock awards, $12 million for hitting Apple's targets and $1.4 …

Tim Cook may step down as Apple CEO after 2025
3 years, 6 months ago

Tim Cook may step down as Apple CEO after 2025

India Today  

Apple has been the world's leading technology company for many years now. In his tenure of over ten years, Cook managed to launch a range of new Apple products and almost triple the overall revenue of the company to now reach $81.4 billion. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman mentions that Cook will probably be working on one more major product category before …

Tim Cook shares Apple's car plans, praises Tesla CEO Elon Musk
3 years, 11 months ago

Tim Cook shares Apple's car plans, praises Tesla CEO Elon Musk

India Today  

Apple has been long rumored to be working on self-driving cars. The claims were somewhat confirmed by CEO Tim Cook, who revealed during an interview, that self-driving cars are an ideal match for Apple. Tim also spoke at length about the CEO of Tesla, Elon Musk. In an interview with Kara Swisher on the Sway Podcast, Tim Cook dropped major …

Apple boss Tim Cook is tough leader 'who leaves team in tears'
4 years, 7 months ago

Apple boss Tim Cook is tough leader 'who leaves team in tears'

Daily Mail  

market value went from $348 billion to $1.9 trillion since Cook took over Despite his friendly, gentle demeanour, Apple's chief executive officer Tim Cook has been described as a tough leader who has been known to 'leave his staff in tears'. Middle managers today screen staff before meetings with Apple CEO Tim Cook to make sure they're well prepared As …

Apple CEO Tim Cook: 'Being Gay Is Not A Limitation, It’s A Feature'
5 years, 4 months ago

Apple CEO Tim Cook: 'Being Gay Is Not A Limitation, It’s A Feature'

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING On the fifth anniversary of his public coming-out, Tim Cook has absolutely no regrets. Cook was on hand to accept GLSEN’s Champion Award in recognition of his “ongoing commitment to fighting for LGBTQ rights and creating safe spaces for members of the LGBTQ community.” Fittingly, Cook shared messages he’d received from people from around the world who’d …

Book reveals Cook's recipe for ensuring Apple's freshness
5 years, 7 months ago

Book reveals Cook's recipe for ensuring Apple's freshness

China Daily  

The contents pages of journalist Leander Kahney's new book, Tim Cook: The Genius Who Took Apple to the Next Level. Additionally, it illustrates Cook's attention to Apple's social responsibilities, such as charity work and environmental protection, among others, some of which were ignored by Jobs, according to the book. Kahney attributes Cook's efforts at Apple to create "a fairer culture …

Book reveals Cook's recipe for ensuring Apple's freshness
5 years, 7 months ago

Book reveals Cook's recipe for ensuring Apple's freshness

China Daily  

The Chinese version of the book. One day later, the news about Jobs' death shocked the world, and Tim Cook, who had only been Apple's CEO for over a month at Jobs' request, was thrust into the spotlight. This time, Kahney interviewed a number of Apple executives and members of Apple's public relations team and referred to many reports about …

Book reveals Cook's recipe for ensuring Apple's freshness
5 years, 7 months ago

Book reveals Cook's recipe for ensuring Apple's freshness

China Daily  

The Chinese version of the book. One day later, the news about Jobs' death shocked the world, and Tim Cook, who had only been Apple's CEO for over a month at Jobs' request, was thrust into the spotlight. This time, Kahney interviewed a number of Apple executives and members of Apple's public relations team and referred to many reports about …

'Tim Apple': Trump calls Apple CEO Tim Cook by wrong name during White House meeting
6 years ago

'Tim Apple': Trump calls Apple CEO Tim Cook by wrong name during White House meeting

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Donald Trump appeared to call Apple CEO Tim Cook “Tim Apple” at an …

Apple CEO Tim Cook's daily routine will inspire every start up aspirant
6 years, 4 months ago

Apple CEO Tim Cook's daily routine will inspire every start up aspirant

India Today  

Timothy D Cook ascended from a small town in Alabama to become the head of a global corporation, Apple Inc. Obviously, he has been a genius all his life, graduated in Bachelor of Science in industrial engineering from Auburn University, and then went off to study MBA in Duke University where he was named as Fuqua scholar, graduating in top …

Meet the people helping Tim Cook run Apple
6 years, 7 months ago

Meet the people helping Tim Cook run Apple

Live Mint  

Los Angeles: On Friday, Tim Cook will mark the seventh anniversary of his ascension as Apple Inc.’s seventh chief executive officer. Apple rarely discusses succession planning, and when asked about it at the company’s most recent shareholder meeting, Cook said “passing the baton” wisely is one of his most crucial responsibilities. Today, she oversees marketing for Apple’s bevy of apps, …

Apple CEO Tim Cook opens iPhone with Steve jobs tribute
7 years, 6 months ago

Apple CEO Tim Cook opens iPhone with Steve jobs tribute

Daily Mail  

Following months of anticipation, rumors and leaks, Apple is unveiling its latest iPhone at its new 'spaceship' campus in Cupertino. To begin the much-anticipated event, CEO Tim Cook took the stage with a tribute to late Apple founder Steve Jobs. The event is the first to be held in the brand new Steve Jobs Theater, which was officially opened today …

Will Tim Cook's privacy stance win or lose customers for Apple?
9 years, 1 month ago

Will Tim Cook's privacy stance win or lose customers for Apple?

Firstpost  

Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook’s refusal to comply with the U.S. government’s request to unlock an iPhone of one of the San Bernardino, California attackers drew strong reaction from critics and supporters this week, but is unclear how the decision will affect potential buyers of the company’s products. In an open letter to customers, Cook vowed to fight a court …

Tim Cook’s stance on privacy could define his Apple legacy
9 years, 1 month ago

Tim Cook’s stance on privacy could define his Apple legacy

LA Times  

Tim Cook, Apple’s chief executive, had his pay cut by 15% after the tech company experienced its first decline in revenue since 2001. — Chenxi Wang, chief strategy officer, Twistlock But the typically mild-mannered Cook, 55, has portrayed the issue as a “fundamental human right.” “I don’t need to know what time you go to bed at night; I don’t …

Tim Cook does a Jobs: Apple CEO challenges GWU graduates to change the world
9 years, 10 months ago

Tim Cook does a Jobs: Apple CEO challenges GWU graduates to change the world

Firstpost  

Years ago Steve Jobs had asked the world to ‘Think Different’. In 1997 Apple founder and former CEO Steve Jobs had asked the world to ‘Think Different’. A decade later, Tim Cook, his successor, talked along the same lines in his George Washington commencement address on 17 May, challenging graduates to “change the world”, reported Fortune. The Apple CEO, in …

Tim Cook says Steve Jobs once called his mother to demand he work less
10 years ago

Tim Cook says Steve Jobs once called his mother to demand he work less

Daily Mail  

Tim Cook has revealed that Steve Jobs once phoned his mother because he was concerned about how hard he was working. In a new book about the Apple co-founder, Cook also reveals the moment Jobs asked him to take over as CEO - just weeks before his death. The book, Becoming Steve Jobs, a new biography by technology reporter Brent …

Apple's Tim Cook cites record sales and 'unbelievable' year
10 years ago

Apple's Tim Cook cites record sales and 'unbelievable' year

Firstpost  

Apple CEO Tim Cook took a figurative victory lap at his company’s annual shareholder meeting, one day after he announced details about the new smartwatch Apple plans to start selling next month. Two speakers, civil rights leader Jesse Jackson and a black Apple shareholder who did not say his name when he spoke, urged Cook to improve diversity in Apple’s …

Steve made our world better: Tim Cook's email to Apple employees on Jobs death anniversary
10 years, 5 months ago

Steve made our world better: Tim Cook's email to Apple employees on Jobs death anniversary

Firstpost  

It’s been three years since Apple co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs died. Reflecting on the death anniversary, current CEO Tim Cook sent out a brief email to Apple employees in which he talks about Jobs’ vision and values, and how they will always impact Apple. Take a look at the complete email below : It’s been three years since Apple …

Can Apple CEO Tim Cook finally step out of Steve Jobs' shadow with new iWatch, payments system?
10 years, 6 months ago

Can Apple CEO Tim Cook finally step out of Steve Jobs' shadow with new iWatch, payments system?

Firstpost  

That familiar buzz is in the air. It’s time for the new iPhone and a new iWatch, something Apple has never released before, so naturally there’s a lot of excitement. For Tim Cook, tonight’s event will represent a transition and it could be the episode where he finally steps out of Steve Jobs’ shadow. Just like many people consider iTunes …

Apple CEO Tim Cook teases, reassures shareholders
11 years ago

Apple CEO Tim Cook teases, reassures shareholders

Firstpost  

Apple CEO Tim Cook is still trying to convince shareholders that the iPhone maker remains a step ahead in the race to innovate, even though recent performance of the company’s stock lags behind other technology trendsetters. In making his case Friday, Cook struck a familiar refrain during Apple’s annual shareholder meeting at the company’s Cupertino, California headquarters. On the financial …

Steve Jobs' successor is promised a $376 million bite of Apple
13 years, 2 months ago

Steve Jobs' successor is promised a $376 million bite of Apple

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Tim Cook, who was deputy and heir apparent to the late Mr Jobs before being promoted to …

苹果新任CEO库克致员工公开信
13 years, 6 months ago

苹果新任CEO库克致员工公开信

China Daily  

据国外媒体报道，苹果新任CEO提姆-库克（Tim Cook）向全体苹果员工发了一封公开信。在信中，库克说，他与“乔布斯一样对于苹果的光明未来充满了乐观”，而且苹果将会继续“保持它现有的独特地位”。 One day after Steve Jobs sent Apple's board his resignation letter, new CEO Tim Cook sent his own missive to Apple's employees. 苹果CEO史蒂夫·乔布斯宣布辞职 乔布斯在斯坦福大学毕业典礼上的演讲 Tim Cook said that Apple TV was a 'hobby', and that the company was now focused on mobile devices. Joining Apple was the best decision I've ever made and it's been the privilege of …

Steve Jobs quits as Apple CEO, Cook takes over
13 years, 6 months ago

Steve Jobs quits as Apple CEO, Cook takes over

Live Mint  

• • • San Francisco/Los Angeles: Steve Jobs resigned as CEO of Apple Inc on Wednesday and passed the reins to his right-hand man Tim Cook, saying he could no longer fulfill the duties in a bombshell announcement that raised fears his health has deteriorated further. In the company statement, Apple co-lead director Art Levinson on behalf of the board …

As Apple's Steve Jobs Steps Down, Tim Cook Steps Up
13 years, 6 months ago

As Apple's Steve Jobs Steps Down, Tim Cook Steps Up

NPR  

As Apple's Steve Jobs Steps Down, Tim Cook Steps Up The news last night that Apple Inc. co-founder and visionary Steve Jobs is giving up his post at CEO naturally leads to this question: Just who is Tim Cook, the Apple chief operating officer who has been tapped to take over as CEO? The Wall Street Journal writes that Cook …

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