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Trent ReznorMusicianMay 17, 1965

The Leader and owner of Nine Inch Nails is one of Joshua's role models and reasons why 'Joshua is motivated.' Aside of Joshua's liking in the band, Michael Trent Reznor is one of the best industrial artists in the universe, as he controls and harnesses electric sounds and beats into a masterpiece of work, making NIN unique.

"I write most of my songs when I'm in a bad mood"

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Steve WozniakCo Founder of AppleAugust 11, 1950

If it wasn't for this man, the man above him on this site wouldn't be there. See what we did? Clever wasn't it?

“Wherever smart people work, doors are unlocked."


Steve JobsCo Founder of AppleFebruary 24, 1955 –October 5, 2011

Does he even need a biography about why he is awesome? With the device he is holding in his hands, we don't think so.

“Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped by dogma - which is living with the results of other people's thinking. Don't let the noise of others' opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage

to follow your heart and intuition."


Shigeru MiyamotoVideo Game Designer & Producer

November 16, 1952

This man is known to be referred to as 'the father of modern video gaming'. He joined Nintendo in 1977, and since then, he's been responsible for Mario Donkey Kong, The Legend of Zelda, Star Fox, F-Zero, Pikmin, and the Wii series

“"Video games are bad for you? That's what

they said about rock and roll.."


Niki LaudaF1 DriverFebruary 22, 1949

A three times Formula One world champion, who had the nickname of 'the scientist' because of his extensive range of engineering knowledge. He drove for March, BRM, Ferrari, Brabham and McLaren. At the German Grand Prix, in 1976, during the second lap, his Ferrari crashed, and burst into flames. Lauda was trapped and suffered serious burns to his head and damaged his lungs. He came to within an inch of his life, yet, in 6 weeks, he was back racing, in time for the Italian GP, which he finished in a heroic 4th, despite his extensive injuries. How's that for courage?

“Giving up is something a Lauda doesn't do."


Michael SchumacherF1 DriverJanuary 3, 1969

The most successful Formula One driver in history, winning 7 driver world championships. On track, he was almost an invincible driving force, and off track, he was a considerably generous, charitable man.GET WELL SOON MICHAEL

“I always thought records were there to be broken."


“Once something is a passion, the motivation is there."

Co Founder of SONY

April 11, 1908 - December 19, 1997

One of the co-founders of Sony, this man should be an inspirational figure for techies and entrepreneurs alike.

No matter what side of the console and smartphone wars you're on.

“Creativity comes from looking for the unexpected and stepping outside your own experience"


Masaru Ibaku

Bill GatesFounder of MicrosoftOctober 28, 1955

Programmer, philanthropist, 'inventor', and businessman. He founded Microsoft, and was the responsible for Microsoft bringing Windows, a graphical user interface OS to the masses. (The computer had buttons and pictures on the screen, instead of lines boring, time consuming commands.) For some time, he was the richest man in the world, but now, he's off saving the world, via his foundation.

“Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can't lose."


Ayrton SennaF1 Driver

March 21, 1960 - May 1, 1994

The three times Formula One world champion, who is considered one of the best racers of all time. On track, he was regarded as a legend and an engineering genius, and off track, he was a philanthropist. He was one of the all time greats

“Being second is to be the first of the ones who lose."


Avril LavigneMusician

September 27, 1984

Avril, first appeared on stage, when she was 15. One year later, she signed a two album record deal, worth over $2 Million! Yes, $2 Million, at 16! Since then, she's had 6, global number one singles, including, Sk8er Boi, I'm with You, My Happy Ending, & Nobody's Home, which are all really great songs.Her charity work is also amazing. She's worked with charities and foundations such as Make a wish, Erase MS and R.O.C.K.S, as well as setting up her own foundation, The Avril Lavigne Foundation.Yep, she's definitely awesome, what's not to love?

“Do what you want to do and don't let anyone change you. Know who you are as an artist and where you want to go stylistically and stick to your guns. Fight for who you are.”

"I’ve known all my life that this is what I was supposed to do.... Visualizing like what it would be like to be famous with my music. And always just dreaming, always daydreaming."


Akio MoritaCo Founder of SONY

January 26, 1921 - October 3, 1999

One of the co-founders of Sony, this man should be an inspirational figure for techies and entrepreneurs alike.

No matter what side of the console and smartphone wars you're on.

“Don't be afraid to make a mistake. But make sure you don't make the same mistake twice."


Adam GontierMusician

May 25, 1978

The once lead singer of a popular alternative rock/post grunge band called ''Three Days Grace,'' Pursued a solo career, leaving the band behind. He not only Joshua's greatest role model, and not only is he one of his greatest singers, but he taught us that you can get through anything no matter what.

“When I was 14 years old, I had one goal in life. That was to tour the world playing my music to lots and lots of people. I'm doing it now, and I'm one lucky motherf***er!"


Musician

August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009

Musician - King of PopAugust 29, 1958-June 25, 2009

He became a superstar at the age of 11, with the Jackson 5, and released many, many number ones. He truly was the King of Pop, and he will always be remembered for his music, along with his generosity and caring nature.

“But I will never stop helping and loving people the way Jesus said to."


Michael Jackson

Senior Vice President of Design at AppleFebruary 27, 1967

Sir Jonathan Ive is a designer at Apple Inc. He was interested in internal and external design since he was young, and whilst at school and college, he was nominated for countless design awards. Even then, his work was considered unique and extraordinary. After university, he set up the design company, Tangerine design. Years later, Apple asked him to go and work for them in California, and he did. The rest, is history. His works of art include the iPod/Pad/Phone/Mac ranges, and you will almost certain have encountered some of it.

“There's no learning without trying lots of ideas and failing lots of times"


Jonathan Ive

Musician

January 5, 1969

Also known as Brian Warner, Marilyn Manson truly lived up to his wish: Bring back the excitement to Rock and Roll. Without Marilyn, Rock would never be the same.

“A lot of people don't want to make their own decisions. They're too scared. It's much easier to be told what to do."


Marilyn Manson

Founder of Google

March 26, 1973

He Founded Google, you know, that company that we couldn’t live without today, and that EVERYONE has heard of.

“If you're changing the world, you're working on important things. You're excited to get up in the morning."


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