Today's podcast covers:1. [Apple Joins the Navy](https://spyglass.org/apple-is-the-navy/?ref=the-inner-ring-newsletter)Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have one article covering Apple's historical challenges and recent struggles with AI technology, specifically Siri, and its impact on the company's reputation and future prospects.In a post by M.G. Siegler on Spyglass, the author delves deep into Apple's attempts to revitalize its approach to AI, particularly through the development of more personalized Siri features under the umbrella of Apple Intelligence. However, these efforts have been marred by delays and underwhelming performance, reminiscent of the company's past missteps with products like MobileMe. Siegler recounts an anecdote where Steve Jobs, dissatisfied with MobileMe's launch, fiercely reprimanded the team responsible, highlighting Jobs' intolerance for failure and his ability to rally his team towards improvement. This incident serves as a stark contrast to the current situation with Siri, where repeated promises of enhancements have consistently fallen short, leading to frustrati...Generated by Pocket to Podcast

Today's podcast covers:1. [Apple Joins the Navy](https://spyglass.org/apple-is-the-navy/?ref=the-inner-ring-newsletter)Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have 1 article covering Apple's challenges with AI and its comparison to its past operational ethos.In a critical reflection by M.G. Siegler on Apple's recent shortcomings, particularly the delayed rollout of "more personalized Siri" features within Apple Intelligence, the author draws a parallel to a notable episode from Apple's past. Siegler cites a report by John Gruber, who expresses his frustration over missing the signs of Apple's announcement delay. This delay, according to Gruber, was a surprise but should have been anticipated based on the company's history of overpromising and underdelivering, especially regarding Siri's capabilities over the years.Siegler revisits a moment from Apple's history recounted by Adam Lashinsky for Fortune, which describes Steve Jobs' reaction to the flawed launch of MobileMe in 2008. Jobs, known for his directness and demanding excellence, convened the MobileMe team and bluntly questioned why the product ...Generated by Pocket to Podcast

Today's podcast covers:1. [Apple Joins the Navy](https://spyglass.org/apple-is-the-navy/?ref=the-inner-ring-newsletter)Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have one article covering Apple's challenges with AI and Siri's development. In a thought-provoking piece by M.G. Siegler titled "Apple Joins the Navy," we dive deep into the tumultuous waters Apple has found itself navigating with the development and roll-out of its AI services, particularly Siri. Siegler draws parallels to a past event where Steve Jobs, known for his relentless pursuit of perfection, called out the MobileMe team for their product's shortcomings, emphasizing the high standards Apple has traditionally held. This historic moment sets the stage for the current challenges Apple faces with Siri and its AI technology, underscoring the company's struggle to maintain these standards in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.John Gruber's frustration with missing the story on Apple's announcement to delay the "more personalized Siri" features until the coming year is highlighted as a significant oversight. This announcement came as a sur...Generated by Pocket to Podcast

Today's podcast covers:1. [Apple Joins the Navy](https://spyglass.org/apple-is-the-navy/?ref=the-inner-ring-newsletter)Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have one article covering Apple's recent struggles with its AI and Siri functionalities.In an insightful piece by M.G. Siegler titled "Apple Joins the Navy," the author delves into the challenges Apple has faced in its quest to improve Siri and its AI capabilities, drawing parallels to past product launches and the company's internal culture. Siegler begins by recounting a story of Steve Jobs's reaction to the MobileMe rollout, emphasizing Jobs's intolerance for failure and his direct approach to addressing issues. This anecdote sets the stage for a broader discussion on Apple's current situation concerning its AI technology, particularly Siri.The article highlights John Gruber's self-admonishment for not catching warning signs about the "more personalized Siri" features of Apple Intelligence being delayed. Gruber's regret serves as a springboard for Siegler's critique of Apple's pattern of overpromising and underdelivering on Siri's capabilit...Generated by Pocket to Podcast

Today's podcast covers:1. [Apple Joins the Navy](https://spyglass.org/apple-is-the-navy/?ref=the-inner-ring-newsletter)Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have one article covering Apple's challenges with its artificial intelligence and Siri developments.In a thought-provoking piece by M.G. Siegler, the author delves into the issues surrounding Apple's AI endeavors, particularly focusing on the recent bungles with the rollout of Apple Intelligence. Siegler draws a parallel to Apple's past with the MobileMe fiasco in 2008, invoking Steve Jobs' legendary intolerance for subpar performance. During a team meeting post-MobileMe launch, Jobs famously criticized the team for their failure to deliver on the product's promises, a moment that highlighted his uncompromising demand for excellence.Fast forward to the present, and Apple seems to be facing a similar predicament with its AI and Siri developments. John Gruber's self-admission of missing the warning signs of Apple's AI shortcomings underscores a broader issue within the tech community's perception of Apple's capabilities. Siegler points out, thro...Generated by Pocket to Podcast

Today's podcast covers:1. [You asked: We don't sell saddles here](https://buildingslack.com/you-asked/)Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have 1 article covering an insightful behind-the-scenes look at Slack's early strategy through the lens of a memorable essay by its founder.In July 2013, just before Slack's Preview Release, Stewart Butterfield shared an internal memo titled "We Don't Sell Saddles Here." This piece, which later became public around the time of Slack’s launch in February 2014, served as a rallying cry and a strategic blueprint for the company. John O'Nolan, CEO of Ghost, inquired about the internal reception of this essay at the time and its relevance in hindsight.The memo was met with an energizing effect within the team. It raised their collective focus and broadened the scope of their efforts. At a time when the company was engrossed in the minutiae of launching a product, Butterfield was already strategizing on the next steps. He laid out two major challenges: convincing people unfamiliar with Slack of its value and refining the product to eliminate rough e...Generated by Pocket to Podcast

Today's podcast covers:1. [You asked: We don't sell saddles here](https://buildingslack.com/you-asked/)Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have one article covering the internal impact and lasting significance of Stewart Butterfield's "We Don't Sell Saddles Here" essay at Slack.In July 2013, just before Slack launched its Preview Release, Stewart Butterfield shared an internal memo titled "We Don't Sell Saddles Here." This memo, shared by John O'Nolan, CEO of Ghost, during an inquiry about its reception and its aging, was later published on the web around the time of Slack’s public launch in February 2014. The internal reaction to the memo was significant; it raised the team's ambitions and broadened the scope of their efforts. At a time when the company was engrossed in the minutiae of making everything work for their first public release, Butterfield was thinking several steps ahead. He outlined the dual challenges ahead: convincing a large group of people who had no prior knowledge of Slack to sign up and pay for it, and refining the product to eliminate all rough edges, providi...Generated by Pocket to Podcast

Today's podcast covers:1. [You asked: We don't sell saddles here](https://buildingslack.com/you-asked/)Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have one article covering the internal impact and evolution of Stewart Butterfield's "We Don't Sell Saddles Here" essay at Slack.In July 2013, just before Slack's Preview Release, Stewart Butterfield shared an essay internally titled "We Don't Sell Saddles Here." This piece came at a crucial time, as the company was deep in the throes of preparation for their first public unveiling. John O'Nolan, CEO of Ghost, reflects on the internal reaction to this essay and its significance over the years. He recalls the essay as a pivotal moment that raised the company's ambitions and broadened their efforts. The main objective laid out was clear: to convince a large group of people unfamiliar with Slack of its value, and to refine the product to a level of unparalleled quality.Butterfield's essay served as both a directive and strategic blueprint for the company. It emphasized the need for Slack to define and dominate a new market by presenting a compell...Generated by Pocket to Podcast

Today's podcast covers:1. [You asked: We don't sell saddles here](https://buildingslack.com/you-asked/)Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have 1 article covering the internal impact and the aging of an influential essay within a tech company.In July 2013, just before the Preview Release, Stewart Butterfield shared an internal memo titled "We Don't Sell Saddles Here" within the team at Slack. This was a pivotal moment for the company, as it prepared for its first public unveiling. John O'Nolan, CEO of Ghost, inquired about how this essay was received internally and its relevance in hindsight. The memo, which was later published online in February 2014 around the time of Slack’s public launch, was initially meant to steer the company's focus and expand its vision.The response to Stewart's essay internally was significant. It raised the team's ambitions and broadened their scope of work, at a time when they were deeply immersed in the nitty-gritty of product development. Stewart's forward-thinking approach was evident as he outlined the dual challenges the team faced: convincing pe...Generated by Pocket to Podcast

Today's podcast covers:1. [You asked: We don't sell saddles here](https://buildingslack.com/you-asked/)Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have 1 article covering leadership and innovation at Slack.In July 2013, just before Slack's Preview Release, Stewart Butterfield shared an essay internally titled "We Don't Sell Saddles Here." This piece was later published online around the time of Slack’s public launch in February 2014. John O’Nolan, CEO of Ghost, inquired about the internal reception of this essay at the time and its significance in hindsight. The essay aimed to elevate the team's effort and broaden their vision beyond the minutiae of product development. It served as a directive, urging the team to not only refine the product to eliminate any rough edges but also to engage in storytelling that would resonate with potential customers, inviting them to see themselves in a new way of working. Stewart's message was clear: for Slack to succeed, it had to not only introduce but also deliver a transformative organizational tool with high-quality software.Stewart's approach to le...Generated by Pocket to Podcast