Dunkirk Evacuation - WWII: Witness to War - S01 EP1 - History Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What can Abraham Lincoln teach us?

Abraham Lincoln once said, "I am slow learning; very quick forgetting."

He was conscious of how important it was for him to keep learning. He also understood that he would eventually have to learn new habits.

This is true for our businesses as well. No matter how meticulously we plan for success and what our goals are, there will be moments when we get stuck in a rut.

This is why it is so important to constantly learn new ways to grow. We must never stop learning, even after reaching the top of our success.

Lincoln had the right mindset. Lincoln understood that he could be more efficient in his business but that he couldn't quit learning.

There are two types. Those who stay busy and those who stay smart.

Those who are busy concentrate on growing their businesses. They work on marketing strategies, product development, customer service, and other daily tasks.

They may feel like they've accomplished something meaningful, but often they're missing the mark. If these entrepreneurs don't focus on being smarter, they will not be able achieve sustainable growth.

What makes successful entrepreneurs different from average entrepreneurs? The ability to adapt quickly and to change circumstances.

Entrepreneurs who are successful find ways to improve their products and services when they face challenges.

On the other hand, average entrepreneurs cling to outdated methods that no longer work. They won't change until their business is destroyed.

It is essential to learn both the art of adapting and self-reflection in order for success.

What can our mistakes teach?

You can learn from your mistakes. That means you'll learn something. However, it is possible to correct a mistake. You don't have to worry about the small things. There's nothing wrong in making mistakes. We all make mistakes.

Although you might feel embarrassed by a mistake you made, it doesn’t matter how bad you feel. It is how you deal and learn from your mistakes that matters the most. If you let them bother you, they'll eat away at you inside. If you look at them as opportunities for growth, they'll make you stronger.

Recognize and move on from a mistake. This is the best way to learn from it. Focus on the next step and don't dwell on the past. Keep moving.

Do not obsess about your mistakes. Instead, learn from your mistakes and look for ways you can improve. Learn from your mistakes, and you will be a better person tomorrow.

Successful Inventions Created by Accident

Inventors make mistakes. However, how we react to these mistakes will determine whether or not our inventions are great successes.

There are no accidental inventions. Every invention was planned. An accidental invention is not possible.

An invention is a deliberate act. An intention to create something. Something that solves a problem. A solution that improves the quality of life.

The key to success is not assuming that everything happens by accident. So, instead of avoiding mistakes, focus on learning from them.

We would love to tell you that invention is simple, but it's not. Invention takes persistence and hard work. It's not a quick fix. It takes time.

That means you must spend a lot of time thinking about problems and ideas. What is it that people are most concerned about? What do they want?

These are the questions you need to ask. Questions that will help you figure out what kind of product or service you should develop next.

You must let go of all preconceived notions. Preconceived notions about what the world needs or wants are not valid. Listen to your potential and current customers.

It is important to find out what your clients want. Not what they tell you they want.

Once you've figured out what they want, you have to devise a way to give it to them. That's where invention begins.

What is the most important lesson you can learn from history?

This question has many facets. There are three things to keep in mind when learning. We must first realize that knowledge is power. Second, knowledge is cumulative. Third, it is important to recognize how rapidly knowledge changes.

Knowledge is power. This empowers us with the knowledge we need to make better decisions and live better lives. If we had complete information, we wouldn't have any difficulty making decisions. We'd do what we want, without worrying about whether it was correct or not.

Knowledge is not just power; it's also cumulative. This means that after we've acquired knowledge, we continue to learn more. As we get smarter, our brains become more sophisticated. Knowledge accumulates.

Let's now look at the third. Although knowledge is cumulative it doesn't remain static for very long. Knowledge is always changing. Scientists learn new facts and theories every day. Discoveries are made all the time.

Our culture depends heavily on technology, which makes it possible to have instant access to knowledge. It is possible to store large amounts of data digitally and share it with millions of people around the world.

Globalization has transformed the way we see technology and knowledge. Globalization is the process of ideas and products spreading across borders. Knowledge is now available everywhere because of globalization.

Access to information from anywhere on the planet is possible thanks to the internet. Everybody can read books and watch movies. They can also listen to music, play games, or surf the internet. All these activities require knowledge.

While knowledge is becoming increasingly accessible, it is also becoming more specialized. For example, if you go online today, you'll find hundreds of thousands of websites offering advice on topics such as health, finance, business, cooking, sports, and travel. These sites offer information on nearly every topic possible.

However, if you search online for automotive-related products and services, there are only a handful of sites. Instead of thousands of sites covering every possible topic, there will be only a handful of sites that are focused on cars.

This is because experts can create and share valuable information in their particular fields. Experts often have a deep knowledge of a particular area. Experts are also capable of producing high-quality content targeted at their audience.

This specialization is good news for consumers because they don't need to search through tons of useless information. Instead, they can focus their attention on a handful of websites with lots of useful content.

Experts also benefit from specialization because they can build strong businesses around their expertise. The buyer of a book expects the author will be knowledgeable enough to explain the subject clearly and concisely. He wants to be sure that the author understands what he is trying to communicate.

An expert who does not specialize risks losing out to potential customers who expect him be knowledgeable.

It's not necessary to be a specialist in only one area. Many people today are experts in many areas. It could be that we are an accountant, a lawyer or a doctor. Or a teacher. We are also likely to be parents, spouses and friends.

Experts argue that specialization is so common that it's impossible for one person to be an expert in all aspects of the same thing.

So, how do you become a specialist in multiple areas? The answer is simple: practice. You have to put in the time to learn. You can make great progress if you continue to work until people recognize you.

There are whole industries dedicated to helping others reach this goal. You can learn how to quickly acquire knowledge through workshops, seminars, conferences and schools.

Who was the first to say that those who don’t learn from history are ignorant?

As much as we would love to live in an ideal world where everyone learns from history, there is nothing more valuable than learning from our mistakes.

You can't learn anything better than trying it wrong.

The most serious mistake is to try to make it right the first go.

As long as you keep making improvements, you'll eventually understand why you made those changes.

You may even find that you could do it better the second time.

You shouldn't give up on trying again. You've learned a lot.

Although you might not be able make every mistake, it is possible to minimize them. This is the difference between success, and failure.

Acknowledging your mistakes is the first step. Look at them objectively and ask: "What can I learn?"

Your mistakes will only be lessons if your honesty is honest. They are learning opportunities.

And that's exactly what happened to Thomas Edison. He failed many times before inventing the light bulb.

He didn't let his failures discourage him. Instead, he used each one as an opportunity to improve his design.

He also invented the most widely used form of lighting, which is still in use today.

So, if you fail, don't get discouraged. Learn from your mistakes. Take advantage of them.

And then try again.

Statistics

• According to the Washington Post, Coming back to babies' mailing, the most extended trip taken by a “mailed” child happened to be in 1915. (medium.com)
• For example, your chance of survival might go from 10% to 30% in some zones. (lifehacker.com)
• But 95% of amputations were done with anesthesia, u/Thrabalen points out. (lifehacker.com)
• The classic clown stylings we know today have specific origins, according to u/Bodark34. (lifehacker.com)
• According to the wiki Napoleon Bonaparte who led many successful battles during the French revolution and gained popularity as Little Corporal was 1.68 meters long, equivalent to 5 foot 6 inches, which is indeed the average height of men. (knownepal.net)

External Links

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• Bill Gates makes largest donation to charity: $4.6bn since 2000

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How To

How did propaganda become marketing history.

When Max Weber, German sociologus and German sociologist came up with the term propaganda from the Greek phrase "praopagos", the word means "to speak well", the term was first used. The Latin verb propaganda, which means "nearby" or at hand, and the noun "agogos," which means "speech or speech," is the source of the word. It is "a systematic attempt to shape attitudes and behavior."

George Orwell, a British journalist, wrote in his 1928 book, "Propaganda": "To understand propaganda's true nature, we need to realize that it does not have the intent to make people believe anything. It is only the intention of changing their beliefs...It is meant to make them accept one thing over another."

Edward Bernays (1891 –1955) was Sigmund Freud’s nephew. In 1922, he coined the term "public Relations". He stated that the conscious and intelligent manipulations of the organized opinions and habits of the masses was an essential element of a democratic society. He established the public relations company "Bernays & Company" where he worked up to 1955.

Bernays devised a technique called "engineering consent" to influence public opinion using advertising and publicity campaigns. This was from the 1920s to 1950s. His methods were later adopted by mass media outlets such as Time Magazine and CBS News. Bernays started working closely with government agencies and corporations after World War II. Johnson & Johnson was among his clients.

The tobacco industry was his greatest client. He helped Philip Morris to develop a campaign against smoking in 1939. The Surgeon General recommended that indoor smoking be prohibited. In 1965, the Cigarette Advertising Act was adopted. This bans any cigarette advertisement in print media such as newspapers and television.

He also advised President Franklin D Roosevelt on how to deal with the growing labor movement during the Great Depression. Bernays suggested to the president that he declare a "war against hunger" and use the federal government's ability to ensure adequate food supplies. This strategy helped the president win reelection in 1936 by making the government appear benevolent and fatherly.

Bernays began to promote the idea that radio listening could increase radio sales as radio popularity grew. He introduced the concept "branding", "advertising" and other concepts in the early 1930s. He believed that consumers could feel special and be influenced through appealing to their emotions. So, he promoted the slogan: "Have your got what it take?" in 1933, encouraging women to buy war bonds.

He established a political action group called "Young People for Freedom" back in 1944. This group was created to encourage Americans between the ages of 18 and 30 to vote Republican. Dwight Eisenhower won in 1952, thanks to Bernays’ efforts.

Bernays convinced CIA to organize a coup in Iran in 1953. Shah Reza Pahlevi was replaced by Mohammad Mosaddegh. He justified the move as necessary in order to stop Mosaddegh becoming the nationalist of Iranian oilfields. Bernays wrote articles in praise of the new regime, calling it a "moderate," a "progressive", and a "modernized" one after the coup.

Bernays received many other awards throughout his career.