4) He promised himself to live his life the way his mother would have wanted.
5) Henry Ford only had an eighth-grade education. He didn’t like school and even found it tiresome. Surprisingly, he had no college degree.
6) His passion for engineering started after two major events: seeing a locomobile and getting a watch as a gift.
7) At the age of 16, Ford left his home and moved to Detroit to look for work.
8) He had a variety of jobs, including a pocket watch repairman, an apprentice machinist, and a steam engine serviceman.
9) Henry met his future wife at a dance on New Year’s Eve.
10) Henry Ford built his first car in a shed behind his house.
11) Henry Ford had a big heart and valued his employees. Besides, he made it his mission to hire employees with disabilities.
the greatest businessman of all times; this quote has a deep meaning; if everything goes wrong; to have clear-cut goals; he hoped that his son would take over the family farm business; he developed an early interest in machinery; he was very attached to his mother; one of the most influential entrepreneurs in history; he soon taught himself the craft of repairing watches; she always supported her husband in any of his endeavors; he proved that he was a true professional
когда кажется, что весь мир настроен против тебя, помни, что самолет взлетает против ветра; нет ничего невозможного для тех, у кого есть четкие цели; он тяжело переживал утрату; все его мысли были заняты этой чудо-машиной; в основном он был самоучкой; достичь своей заветной цели; за каждым успешным мужчиной стоит женщина; идея массового производства автомобилей считалась слишком рискованной и амбициозной
This proverb suggests that no one can get the desired result without making an effort. Behind every success, there are setbacks, disappointments, obstacles, and failures. Success does not happen overnight. If you do nothing, you’ll get nothing. In my opinion, success and hard work go hand in hand. And if you expect miracles to happen without doing anything, you won’t succeed. By the way, there is a proverb with a similar meaning in the English language: “No pain, no gain.”
Thomas Edison
1) Thomas Edison was one of history’s greatest inventors. He was also the world’s most prolific inventor and successful entrepreneur.
2) Persistence, determination, grit, perseverance, and willingness to keep going despite setbacks or challenges are essential qualities needed to achieve success in any field.
3) He never viewed mistakes as failures. “They are simply opportunities to find out what doesn’t work,” he said.
4) His father, Samuel, was a merchant, and his mother, Nancy, used to work as a schoolteacher before she married.
5) As a child, Thomas was very hyperactive and absent-minded. He got sick a lot and was a slow learner. Besides, Thomas was a rebellious kid who caused a lot of trouble, and the teachers couldn’t handle him.
6) He had an unusual physical appearance: his head was considerably larger than average. Besides, he was almost deaf.
7) As the story goes, little Thomas overheard the teacher tell the inspector that he was “addled,” and it wouldn’t be worthwhile keeping him at school anymore. He was so hurt and overwhelmed that he came home tearful and told his mother about it. Without hesitation, his mother pulled him out of school and began teaching him herself.
8) When the boy was just 12, he started making money by selling sweets, newspapers, and other little things on the trains.
9) No, he saved a little boy from an oncoming train.
10) The boy’s father, the stationmaster, was so grateful to him for saving his child’s life that he offered to teach young Edison the Morse code.
11) He was often fired for conducting experiments at his workplace.
12) He worked for the Western Union Company.
13) Edison is best known as the inventor of the electric light bulb. Actually, he didn’t invent the concept of the light bulb, but he played a crucial role in developing a long-lasting, practical, and affordable incandescent light bulb.
14) During his lifetime, he acquired a record number of 1903 US patents and 512 patents worldwide for his inventions.
many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close to success they were when they gave up; you should never give up no matter how tough things may seem; he had an unusual physical appearance; the teachers couldn’t handle him; every cloud has a silver lining; he came home tearful; he made good money; she was somewhat skeptical about this venture; accidents are not accidental; became proficient in the Morse system; he was often fired for conducting experiments at his workplace
новаторский дух Эдисона; никогда не изобретай то, на что нет спроса; это был поворотный момент в его жизни; он никогда не сожалел о решении; они не смогли найти правильный подход к нему; он был раздосадован и ошеломлен; он проводил много времени в шумном телеграфном офисе; он страдал от многочисленных инфекций среднего уха; она не раздумывая перевела его на домашнее обучение; опытный (квалифицированный) педагог
This quote underscores the idea that perseverance and determination are the keys to success. It is about the temptations that appear on our life path, trying to keep us from completing the journey and achieving our cherished goals. It reminds us to avoid taking the easy way out, stay focused on the ultimate goal, and keep pushing for growth and success. Remember that these “parking spaces” may set us back. In my opinion, the road to success is always paved with obstacles, setbacks, disappointments, and lost opportunities. When faced with challenges, many people become hopeless and desperate. They are often tempted to take a break or even give up. But as you know, on the road to success, there are no shortcuts. So, stop procrastinating and stay focused.
Colonel Hardland Sanders
1) Harland David Sanders, best known as Colonel Sanders, was the founder of KFC restaurant chain.
2) No, he wasn’t. He received the honorary title of “Colonel” from the governor of Kentucky in recognition of his contribution to the state’s public life. It was not a military rank.
3) Sanders’ childhood was really challenging. His father died when he was just 5 years old, and little Harland had to grow up early and take care of his younger siblings.
4) Sanders learned to cook before he was 7 years old.
5) He started earning his first money when he was just 10, working on a farm for 2 dollars per month.
6) Unfortunately, Sanders’ relationship with his stepfather didn’t work out. The man was violent and even beat the little boy.
7) Because it was difficult to balance between work and studies.
8) The boy was just 15, so he forged his birth certificate and realized his plan.
9) Sanders worked a variety of jobs, including a farm laborer, a streetcar conductor, a delivery boy, a steam engine stoker, an insurance salesman, a secretary, a lawyer, and even a midwife.
10) Sanders’ constant failures and frequent dismissals caused arguments and misunderstandings at home. This was not the life she dreamed of. So, one day his wife left him.
11) Sanders bought a service station in Corbin, Kentucky, where he began selling homemade meals to travelers.
12) He founded his restaurant in 1952. Curiously, the familiar name KFC appeared only in 1991 after rebranding.
13) The construction of the highway made his restaurant invisible to potential customers, causing him to lose money. So, the once successful business became unprofitable, and he was forced to sell his property to pay his debts.
14) He decided to sell his recipes to other restaurants and started traveling across the USA, looking for potential franchisees. And it worked.
some people achieve success in their later years; little Harland had to grow up early; Sanders had a natural talent for cooking; Sanders’ relationship with his stepfather didn’t work out; he forged the date in his birth certificate; it was too early to celebrate; the once successful business became unprofitable; he went almost broke; his cooking skills earned him a reputation of a great cook; he began selling homemade meals to travelers; he perfected his secret recipe for chicken with 11 herbs and spices
ее брат обвинил незадачливого бизнесмена; он мечтал найти свое истинное предназначение; ему пришлось столкнуться со множеством финансовых трудностей, неудач и разочарований; ему пришлось продать недвижимость, чтобы расплатиться с долгами; казалось, что его жизнь наконец начала налаживаться; поток покупателей был нескончаемым; в довершение всех бед; он разочаровался в жизни
This proverb teaches us to pursue our goals despite a lot of obstacles. It means that if you really want something, you can overcome any challenges and achieve your goals. Paulo Coelho once said, “When you want something, the whole Universe conspires to make it happen.” I suppose our goals are within our reach. When we want something, we always find time, money, and opportunities. This proverb is really inspiring. It teaches us to chase our dreams no matter what happens.
Ekaterina & Vera Misroshnichenko
1) Successful businessmen have much in common: they all think big, seek independence, work hard, take risks, make quick decisions, and keep moving forward no matter what happens. They believe in themselves and make their way to the stars.