Mark Ballmer:  

Life These last 25 years have made me a more serious individual than many would have thought possible, yet I maintain my humor and optimism. I have had my ups and downs over time, which has included the very best as well as the deeply challenging. For the most part, it has been a white collar existence, but I still enjoy cranking a wrench on a classic car every now and then. The work place has shown me the board of directors of a foundation, a vice presidency in the financial world as well as ownership in a couple of companies. An example of one of my darker moments, some years back, entailed pushing a diesel rig loaded with lumber for a few months, while life got back on track. Drugs and alcohol never held much appeal in my life and for that I am grateful, but the opportunity to take the risks of operating ones own company can be a great deal more enticing and sometimes brutal. In a nutshell, I have never minded getting my hands dirty, but I have preferred a suit and tie in the work place. I love the outdoors, but prefer a luxury car or a sports car over a daily SUV driver. When all is said and done, My love for God, my Wife, Family, and Friends are all that really matters. Big money and stature can desert you on a moments notice, so I strive now to keep perspective. God Bless School (Updated 7-2009) I gradua...Expand for more