My first person of inspiration I would like to discuss is the grandfather of one of the students who participated in the discussion. I was amazed how one could survive on two dollars a week during The Depression, and support a household. Not only going through all of these disadvantages, but to attend school and become a pharmacist. Then, to become a lead pharmacist within the Walgreen’s network is truly an inspiring story. My second person of inspiration would be Nikola Tesla. When we were coming up with ideas for people who inspire us, I never thought about mentioning him. I have heard a few things about the man, but I never really thought to read up on him. This being college, I figured now would be a good time to brush up on my research skills. Tesla was a man of Serbian-American descent. Despite developing a way to produce free electricity for the world, the genius was ignored, or his ideas stolen from him. He was celibate his entire life, claiming he didn’t want any distractions from his work. He created alternating current which, in comparison to direct current, uses thinner wires, has a higher voltage capacity, and a longer transmitting distance. He conceptualized Radar in 1917; years before Robert A. Watt developed it in 1938. He created a hydroelectric plant in Niagra Falls, discovered the resonant frequency of the earth, and invented remote control. Tesla also developed an earthquake machine that, when turned on, nearly demolished and entire neighborhood in New York City. He also developed ball lightning, which we still cannot create to this day. He developed neon lighting, the electric motor, wireless communication, and spoke 8 languages. He could read and memorize entire books and recite them back with perfect recall. And I have to write down my ID and password for ITT-Tech. I appreciated having looked this information up. Once again, it does pay