Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang discussed his image as a strict boss in a recent 60 Minutes interview. Responding to staff evaluations of him as “demanding,” “a perfectionist,” and “not easy to work for,” Huang readily agreed with the portrayal when questioned by journalist Bill Whitaker.
What Nvidia CEO Said
“Perfectly described,” Huang responded. He defended his leadership approach, arguing that achieving remarkable results requires maintaining high standards. Huang stated, “It shouldn’t be easy if you want to do extraordinary things.”
The interview comes at a time of significant growth for Nvidia, which recently saw its market capitalization exceed $2 trillion. Huang suggested that this success is directly linked to the company’s rigorous work culture.
A clip from the interview has recently gained traction on X (formerly known as Twitter), amassing nearly 2 million views.
User Reactions
Some users resonated with Huang’s approach to leadership. Here are a few reactions:
“Of course, the CEO of Nvidia is ‘not easy to work with.’ Success requires high standards and tough leadership. If you’re not pushing boundaries, you’re just another average player.”
“Everyone has their style. Given Nvidia’s success, it’s clear that his approach works.”
“I agree with him. Hard work and discipline are key to achieving the results Nvidia has seen. It’s not the Peace Corps.”
“When people are saying the same things about people you’ve worked with, like Steve Jobs or Tom Brady, you know you’re in good company.” Saying that someone is demanding, meticulous, and difficult to deal with is not the degrading slur that some people believe it to be.
