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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Good fortune is what happens when opportunity meets with planning.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success is achieved when careful planning aligns with opportunities that arise.
This quote by Thomas A. Edison emphasizes the importance of preparation and foresight in achieving success. It suggests that good luck or fortune is not merely a matter of chance but is the result of being ready to seize opportunities when they present themselves, implying that proactive planning increases the likelihood of favorable outcomes.
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FortuneOpportunityPlanningSuccessPreparation
In practice
Example use cases
A motivational speech on achieving career goals.
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