Zephaniah Fru’s Post

Day 2 of Reframing Disappointment: Learning from Setbacks Every disappointment is an opportunity to refine your strategy. Think of Thomas Edison, who famously said, "I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work." Your disappointments are simply steps towards your ultimate success. #Technology #ObjectivesInFocus #FutureOfWork #disappointmentfortheWIN #disappointmentisOK

💡 Embracing Failure: The Edison Perspective 💡 "I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work." – Thomas Edison This profound quote by Thomas Edison encapsulates the essence of perseverance and the transformative power of viewing setbacks as learning opportunities. Edison's journey to inventing the electric light bulb was fraught with countless trials and errors, yet he never saw these as failures. Instead, each unsuccessful attempt was a valuable lesson, a step closer to his ultimate goal. In our professional lives, we often encounter challenges and setbacks. Edison's words remind us that resilience and a positive mindset are key. Every "failure" is an opportunity to learn, to grow, and to improve. It’s not about the number of times we stumble, but how we rise and adapt. So, the next time you face a hurdle, remember Edison’s wisdom. Embrace the lessons each setback offers. View each attempt as a step forward, not a failure. In the journey to success, persistence and the willingness to learn from every experience are our greatest allies. #Perseverance #Innovation #Resilience #GrowthMindset #ThomasEdison

From my 50 lessons on life and work : “Manage your energy. High stamina and resilience are the foundations for all your successes”. https://lnkd.in/dNvG6ZbC

**Turning Obstacles into Opportunities: The Journey of Thomas Edison** In the late 19th century, Thomas Edison embarked on a quest to invent the electric light bulb. His path was anything but easy. He faced numerous challenges, from technical failures to financial struggles and public skepticism. Edison famously conducted over 1,000 experiments before achieving success. When asked about his repeated failures, he responded, “I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work.” His resilience paid off. The invention of the electric light bulb revolutionized the world, illuminating homes, streets, and workplaces, paving the way for modern life as we know it. Edison’s story teaches us that persistence in the face of failure is key to achieving our dreams. Every setback is an opportunity to learn, innovate, and grow. No matter the obstacles you face, remember that each step, even the missteps, brings you closer to your goal. Embrace the journey, stay resilient, and turn your challenges into stepping stones for success. #Motivation #Resilience #Innovation #NeverGiveUp

Have a purpose... invest your energies wisely....

If you’re waiting for the perfect moment to start, you’ll be waiting forever. Just ask Thomas Edison. Edison didn’t invent the lightbulb in his first attempt. In fact, he failed 1,000 times before getting it right. But here’s the thing: he didn’t see those 1,000 attempts as failures—they were lessons. Every "mistake" brought him closer to success. We get caught up in wanting everything to be flawless before we take action, but real progress happens in the doing. Success isn’t about having it all figured out from the start; it’s about pushing forward despite the setbacks. So stop waiting for the stars to align. Take that step, learn from the missteps, and keep moving. The lightbulb moment comes from action, not perfection. #KeepPushing #LearnFromFailure #TakeAction #GrowthMindset #ProgressNotPerfection

This picture reminds me always that Set Clear Priorities and we Can’t do it all …. -Identify what is most important and focus your energy there. -Allocate your efforts towards achieving your long-term goals. -Concentrate on what is genuinely important to YOU. -Learn to say ‘no’ to tasks that don't align with your goals…

When you lack direction, you end up scattering your focus and efforts across things that don’t move you forward. Things that dont serve you. Having a purpose gives you the clarity to direct your energy towards what truly matters. What is your purpose?

Focus on one clear goal at a time with unwavering determination, and success will follow where your energy is fully aligned.

Why Edison never called himself a failure And how he turned his thousands of failures into his greatest victory Thomas Edison made 10,000 attempts to create a light bulb, but all his attempts failed. Finally, he succeeded! During an interview, he was asked if he was discouraged by so many failed attempts. He gave a brilliant response: "I have never failed." The interviewer then asked, "But what about those 10,000 failed attempts?" Edison replied, "I discovered 10,000 ways that do not make a bulb." From Edison's journey valuable lessons are : 𝟏. 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: Edison's attempts show that persistence is key. Even if most attempts fail, each one brings you closer to your goal. 𝟐. 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬: Learn from rejections and use them as opportunities to grow. Each failure is a step closer to success. 𝟑. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐇𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐥: Everyone starts somewhere, and it's okay to make mistakes. Even great inventors faced many failures before succeeding. 𝟒. 𝐁𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭: View failures as part of the journey, not the end. Never stop until you achieve your goals. Sometimes many of us reach a point in life where we feel like giving up, but I hope Edison's journey will inspire you to keep going till your success. 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞: The exact number of failures Edison experienced is often debated. While some sources claim 10,000 attempts, others say 2775 and some 1000. But we can get inspiration from his journey that how his persistence and determination to learn from each failed attempt, led to his success. P.S. What's your favorite lesson from Edison's story? #LearnFromFailure #NeverGiveUp #InpirationFromEdison #PersistancePays #TurnFailuresIntoSuccess