Thomas Edison was one of the most influential inventors and businessmen in history. During a career spanning decades, Edison made important contributions to areas including electric power, telecommunications, sound recording and motion pictures. His work helped shape modern technology, while his approach to experimentation, persistence and business continues to inspire generations.
Even decades after his death, many of Edison’s observations about innovation, hard work, preparation and success remain relevant. One such quote offers a particularly powerful lesson about the relationship between opportunity and preparation:
