For the second time this year, Apple CEO Steve Jobs is taking a medical leave from the company. Jobs will remain CEO, and again he has called upon COO Tim Cook to take over Apple’s day to day operations while he’s gone. Here’s the letter Jobs sent to his employees on Monday:
Team,
At my request, the board of directors has granted me a medical leave of absence so I can focus on my health. I will continue as CEO and be involved in major strategic decisions for the company.
I have asked Tim Cook to be responsible for all of Apple’s day to day operations. I have great confidence that Tim and the rest of the executive management team will do a terrific job executing the exciting plans we have in place for 2011.
I love Apple so much and hope to be back as soon as I can. In the meantime, my family and I would deeply appreciate respect for our privacy.
Steve
Details surrounding his leave have not surfaced, and Jobs hopes it remains that way. Get better soon Steve!
[Via Engadget]