Nolan Bushnell declined an offer from Steve Jobs to buy a third of Apple for $50,000 in the 1970s. Today, that stake would be worth $1 trillion. Despite this tremendous missed opportunity, Bushnell does not regret his decision. He reflects on the potential emotional implications of accepting such an offer, believing that accepting it might have altered his happiness and Apple's trajectory. Bushnell recognized Jobs' unique talents during their time together at Atari, noting both Jobs' genius and complicated personality.
"Nolan Bushnell rejected an opportunity to buy a third of Apple for $50,000 in the 1970s, which would have been worth $1 trillion today."
"Bushnell believes he might not be as happy—and Apple may not have been as successful—if he had accepted the offer from Steve Jobs."
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