I absolutely find inspiration in Madonna and MC Hammer. Weird choices, you say? Perhaps.

Madonna is a shining example of a fearless life of reinvention and constant self awareness. I love how throughout the decades she has not shied away from any mistake, or tried to deny the fundamental fact that people change. Her constant, fearless remaking of herself in every stage of her life, in a very public way, while also embracing her past, is an excellent metaphor for this new era where everyone can expect to live a public life. She is who she is, “warts” and all, and is a consummate businesswoman as well.

I admire MC Hammer for a similar ability to reinvent himself. He has used technology and a drive to help others and to educate to turn his life around. If you aren’t following him on Twitter or visiting his web site DanceJam (or even better, going to hear him speak), you are missing some excellent pointers on how to recover from financial ruin, build a strong family and a thriving career. He’s proven that in spite of his initial faltering, he is much more than a pair of shiny pants and a few slick moves.

Who are your unlikely inspirations?

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