Leather Jackets and Superchips: Inside the Life of NVIDIA’s Fearless Leader

Jensen’s experience in the service industry also taught him the art of composure. He often says that when chaos erupts, his mind becomes clearer and calmer, a skill he attributes to surviving the “rush hours” of restaurant work. That mental toughness became a defining trait of his leadership style, helping him guide NVIDIA through fierce competition and near-failure.