Heroes

Posted Thursday 16 April 2009

Inspiration from Paul Graham's list, where he says:

When I thought about what it meant to call someone a hero, it meant I'd decide what to do by asking what they'd do in the same situation.

Here are some heroes:

  • Dad - on the basis of "doing what he would do", dad is number one. I ask for his advice many times a year. Very sensible, encouraging and thorough.
  • My Wife - a very hard worker, compassionate, resolute, supportive, visionary.
  • Brian Goorjian - Mr Preparation. A legend in Australian coaching, and a world class basketball coach. Always makes the most of what he has, and has an astounding record.
  • Richard Buckland - I couldn't remember his name, but he was INCREDIBLY passionate, and did his absolute best to inspire a mostly disinterested bunch of first year students about computer science.  Then I remembered his first name was Richard, so I googled "Richard UNSW", and not only is he the first few hits, but there are videos of him lecturing on YouTube... so he must be popular.
  • Steve Waugh - Waugh was always my favourite Australian player way before he became captain.  Back even before he was dropped from the Test team, I admired his steely determination (the ice man) and persistence. I also liked that his teams played tough, but didn't lose their humility.
  • Jeff Mills - unwavering dedication to his musical vision.
  • Derrick May - as for Jeff Mills.