Cook told the Wall Street Journal that he set his mind as a child to attending Auburn University, where he "studied industrial engineering, watched football and learned to ask lots of questions."

Tim Cook admired Steve Jobs for his adaptability and ability to change his mind. Jobs' vision and focus on simplicity deeply influenced Cook. Under Cook’s leadership, Apple continues to thrive, emphasizing innovation and maintaining its legacy as a leader in consumer technology.

Apple CEO Tim Cook revealed how late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs helped him take a leap of faith and leave his stable job at Compaq and join the Cupertino-based tech giant. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Cook talked about what he learnt from Jobs after working 13 years with him.