Keep on the lookout for novel ideas that others have used successfully. Your idea has to be original only in its adaptation to the problem you're working on.
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Nearly every man who develops an idea works it up to the point where it looks impossible, and then he gets discouraged. That's not the place to become discouraged.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes perseverance in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges when developing ideas.
Thomas A. Edison highlights the common experience of inventors and creators who often reach a point in their work where their ambitions seem unattainable, leading to feelings of discouragement. He suggests that this moment of doubt is actually a critical point where one should not give up, as overcoming this hurdle is essential to achieving success and realizing innovative ideas.
Themes
PerseveranceDiscouragementInnovationSuccessIdeas
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire students facing challenges with their projects during a presentation.
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