This is for my "practice" interview tomorrow so it's better not to use any religious or political figures. I was thinking Oprah or someone else who has come from nothing and now has become someone and given alot back or I don't know. I'm drawing a blank. Any ideas would be great. If you give a name please give a little info on why you admire them. Thanks. :)
2006-06-21 16:05:47 · 19 answers · asked by Alicia 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Montel Williams: Talk show host, man of principals, started small has grown big in his field.
2006-06-21 16:13:42 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Larry Ellison (Founder of Oracle, do a search)........
He dropped out of college and became a part-time park ranger. He came across a tech trade journal which had an article about database technology that IBM created but weren't interested in useing becuz they didn't think anyone would buy it. He licenced that software and created a compnay which became Oracle. He is now worth $15 billion. What I like most about him is his passion for life. He bought a boat and hired a team just becuz he wanted to win aworld cup. He also got his private pilots license and was rumored to fly a sesna underneath the Golden Gate Bridge. He also tried to import a Russian Mig Fighter but U.S. Customs wouldn't allow it.
I respect this guy becuz he doesn't let anything stand in his way. He is a genuine rags-to-riches story, he went from college drop-out to billionaire due to his persistance and assertiveness. His story is nothing short of inspiring in my opinion.
2006-06-21 16:34:23 · answer #2 · answered by CA 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Andrew McMahon, of Something Corporate and Jack's Mannequin (bands). About a year ago he was diagnosed with some form of leukemia, just as he was about to go on tour. They caught it early and through personal strength and much support from fans, he recovered and played his first show in December. I admire him because he's an amazingly talented songwriter who proved himself to also be a strong person.
2006-06-21 16:24:02 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Isaac Stern-the violinist.
He is one of the worlds best musicians. He passed away at the age of 81 in 2001. He was not only was a master virtuoso violinist, he was a great teacher to young violinist, a speaker and a humanitarian.
2006-06-21 16:15:28 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I admire a preacher that preaches the truth without compromising to the worlds views and standards.
The world's value systems are constantly changing but righteous living should still hold top prioirty in our lives.
2006-06-21 16:10:42 · answer #5 · answered by Agent E 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Marlene Dietrich. I mean, bisexual pin up, spy against the Germans during the war? Strong female personality, and all in the 1940s?
2006-06-21 16:08:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Richard Branson - was dyslexic and hopeless at school, but managed to build himself an empire... Do bio search on him in Google or whatever and find out some more...
2006-06-21 16:09:28 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What a calming question. i like to chortle so i could ought to invite Robin Williams, Goldie Hawn, bill Cosby and Gene Wilder and his spouse, Gilda. that must be thrilling huh. Mmm
2016-10-31 06:44:52 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nadia Comaneci - the best gymnast of the world.
Vlad Dracul (Drakula) - a right man.
2006-06-21 20:27:21 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mother Theresa. Granted I'm not Catholic but you gotta respect
a woman who would tend to lepers when everyone else ( this
includes me sadly) would run like hell.
2006-06-21 16:10:09 · answer #10 · answered by retrodragonfly 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Mother Theresa...for not only putting other first, but taking care of those that most needed love and attention.
2006-06-21 16:19:06 · answer #11 · answered by debbiecat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋