My English Essay: Steve Jobs. What should I include/Any interesting facts?

[derryquinn]

So I have to write an essay titled "After the War" or "It happened like Magic".

I'm thinking on focusing on "After the War" and writing about the Microsoft/Apple Love/Hate relationship, with Bill Gates being on screen at the 1997 Keynote "After the War"

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Does this sound good?

Anyone have any angles I could take, tips or advice?

I would also love some trivia or facts.

What do you think I should include?

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Thanks for any help!
Derry

[iGary]

So I have to write an essay titled "After the War" or "It happened like Magic".

I'm thinking on focusing on "After the War" and writing about the Microsoft/Apple Love/Hate relationship, with Bill Gates being on screen at the 1997 Keynote "After the War"

--

Does this sound good?

Anyone have any angles I could take, tips or advice?

I would also love some trivia or facts.

What do you think I should include?

--

Thanks for any help!
Derry

I think it would be better to do an "After the War" piece on Jobs' return to Apple and the successful turnaround he helped fuel.

Just my .02.

[derryquinn]

Excellent input, that's what I'll do. Makes a lot more sense! I was pretty much just trying to fit what I wanted to write around the Title, I like that Idea. Thanks iGary :D

[EricNau]

I think it would be better to do an "After the War" piece on Jobs' return to Apple and the successful turnaround he helped fuel.

Just my .02.
I agree. This topic would be much easier to write about, seeing that the war between Apple and Microsoft is anything but over.

[neiltc13]

When I studied English we wrote about the work of other writers and authors. Are you sure your topic is relevant?

[chilipie]

From what the OP said about the task he had to do, I think it probably is.

[Blue Velvet]

I thought his speech to graduates at Stanford was interesting and gave some insights into his motivations.

Google link. (http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&safe=off&q=steve+jobs+speech+stanford&btnG=Search)

[derryquinn]

When I studied English we wrote about the work of other writers and authors. Are you sure your topic is relevant?

Maybe the Irish Education System is different? :D

We learn about

Poem Interpretation
Reading Comprehension
Creative Writing
Essay Writing
Play's (Shakespear etc.)
Poem Composition
etc.

[derryquinn]

I thought his speech to graduates at Stanford was interesting and gave some insights into his motivations.

Google link. (http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&safe=off&q=steve+jobs+speech+stanford&btnG=Search)

Thanks, very helpful.

Just want to thank everyone so far, you're great!

[NT1440]

Interesting Facts:

Single handedly revied the black turtle neck and levi market.
Hippy youth
Experiences with drugs
$1 a year salary

Formerly the owner of the most kickass under 35 mustache ever.

[derryquinn]

Single handedly revied the black turtle neck and levi market.

Oh my god, I lol'd :D

About the $1 a year salary: Does he take in money from stocks or what? Doesn't that break minimum wage laws?

[EricNau]

About the $1 a year salary: Does he take in money from stocks or what? Doesn't that break minimum wage laws?
No, because Jobs is paid in salary, not wages. And yes, he makes plenty in stocks and other "gifts."

[chilipie]

Maybe the Irish Education System is different? :D
Play's (Shakespear etc.)

Do you not learn how to use apostrophes or spell authors' names in Ireland? ;)

[derryquinn]

Do you not learn how to use apostrophes or spell authors' names in Ireland? ;)

*Scolds self*

I'm usually good at apostrophes!

[IJ Reilly]

No, because Jobs is paid in salary, not wages. And yes, he makes plenty in stocks and other "gifts."

No salary, just stock options and perks.

[EricNau]

No salary, just stock options and perks.
Does that $1/year not count?

[IJ Reilly]

Does that $1/year not count?

Only up to a dollar. ;)