Steve Jobs is considered to be one of the icons of the 20th century. This is a strong accolade, considering he was not born until 1955, nor in any way noteworthy before the late 1970s. The singular power of his vision after that time, however, earns him a place on the list. His experience guiding the Apple Corporation is a testament to how a vision can become reality (even though it is not necessarily a story about how to make money).