The major thing that distinguishes ordinary people from successful entrepreneurs is a strong belief in one’s self. Indeed, you can become whatever you like if you believe in yourself and work towards that goal. The entrepreneurs listed below are known for inventing new things and starting services that touch our lives.
Steve Wozniak of Apple Computers
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Steve was hooked on science and technology in the fourth grade after reading a book about a young engineer who owned his own company and could design anything. This inspired Steve to create the first personal computer in 1977.
He and his partner Steve Jobs soon started a company to build and distribute their invention. Their first office was in a garage. To get funds, Jobs sold his Volkswagen van and Wozniak sold his programmable calculator to raise $1,300. Jobs managed to sell 50 Apple I computers at $666 each. Six years later, Apple was listed in the Fortune 500.
Bill Gates of Microsoft
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Bill started programming computers at 13. He eventually became the chief software architect of Microsoft Corporation, the world leader in software, services and solutions. Since then, the company had revenues of $36.84 billion in 2004 alone and employs over 55,000 people in 85 countries.
Mary Kay Ash of Mary Kay Inc.
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Mary used her $5,000 life savings to open her first store in Dallas in 1963. She began with only nine independent beauty consultants. With her strong Christian faith, she encouraged women and gave them new opportunities that led to their personal and financial success. The company was later recognized by Fortune magazine as one of “The 100 best companies to work for in America.”
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