Hi, I agree that the USCIS website isn't super helpful when trying to figure out how the system really works. I think that what Peter meant, was that these cat

Hi, I agree that the USCIS website isn't super helpful when trying to figure out how the system really works. I think that what Peter meant, was that these categories are often perceived as unreachable or too hard, when in fact they're a good option for high achievers, especially those who are proactive, motivated, resourceful, and detail-oriented. You're right, it WOULD be helpful to see a yardstick, and some examples on a continuum of high-medium-low qualifications. Here are a few news stories I've collected about real people getting their O-1 visas, and what the process was like. They give you at least a few snapshots of successful O-1 applicants. http://goo.gl/ihb2U6 http://goo.gl/ihb2U6 http://goo.gl/f2NDza http://goo.gl/f2NDza http://goo.gl/nXdX95 http://goo.gl/nXdX95 I also wrote a blog post that gives an overview of the evidence you need. http://visabuilder.com/blog/escape-from-h1b-hell-5-things-immigrant-entrepreneurs-can-do-right-now-to-hack-their-own-o1-visas/ http://visabuilder.com/blog/escape-from-h1b-hell-5-things-im... HTH