Thomas Alva Edison

13 Quotes

Quotes by Thomas Alva Edison

1

We find comfort among those who agree with us, growth among those who don’t.

2

Vision without execution is hallucination.

3

To have a great idea, have a lot of them.

4

There is not substitute for hard work.

5

There is always a better way.

6

The value of an idea lies in the using of it.

7

Our greatest weakness lies in giving up.

8

Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.

9

Just because something doesn't do what you planned it to do doesn't mean it's useless.

10

I haven’t failed. I’ve found 10,000 ways that won’t work.

11

I am not discouraged, because every wrong attempt discarded is another step forward.

12

Hell, there are no rules here - we're trying to accomplish something.

13

Be courageous! Have faith! Go forward.