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By Don Melton, the former Safari Guy:

I was certainly not some kind of confidant. In fact, he probably always thought of me as the “Safari Guy.” Which is fine by me since there were worse ways for Steve Jobs to think of you.

Of course, Steve could recall my real name, too. Anyone at Apple or Pixar — both large organizations — will tell you that Steve knowing your name was an honor. But also occasionally a terrifying responsibility. That was the bargain.

I’ve read a lot of people’s Steve Jobs stories, and many just aren’t worth the time. Don’s definitely is.