Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Client Mashup



"The US pop star [Lady Gaga] has been turned into a naked patron saint of animals and the environment by American artist, Daniel Edwards. His statue of Gaga — called "Patron Saint of the Gulf" — depicts the style icon as a modern-day St Francis of Assisi drenched in BP black oil with dying octopi, angry frogs and a struggling pelican perching on her shoulders."

This article in itself expresses the great influence Lady Gaga has had upon the world. Her 'out of the ordinary' ways have inspired many people around the world, and this statue is a demonstration of her power.  

"I believe influence is the union of power and purpose. As a TV star, magazine founder, businesswoman and celebrity, Oprah Winfrey certainly has power"


This article then continues on to express one of the defining reasons why Oprah possesses this power is because she "...she has purpose" . For Many years now, Oprah has been a loved television celebrity and renowned businesswoman. These aspects of her life have made formed her into the powerful figure she stands to be today. 

Jonathan Ive, senior vice president  for industrial design Apple,  is featured in the Bloomberg Business Week's article on the "World's most influential designers". His tactical thinking and smart approach to business ideas, has allowed himself to become a powerful figure within the modern world. The products he has designed are used my millions of people worldwide everyday, and will continue to be a major part of peoples' lives for many years to come. 








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