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In part two, he visits two buildings designed by 16th century catholic Sir Thomas Tresham - the Triangular Lodge in Northamptonshire, and Liveden New Bield, near Oundle.
This film was first broadcast: 15 Apr 2004
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who said that history doesn't teach the ignorant?
We all wish to live in a world where everyone learns from the past, but there are more valuable things than learning from our mistakes.
There's no better way to learn to do something right than to experience it wrong.
The real error is not making sure you do it correctly the first attempt.
As long as you keep making improvements, you'll eventually understand why you made those changes.
You might even realize that you could have done this better the first attempt.
You shouldn't give up on trying again. It means you've learned a lot.
It may not always be possible to avoid making errors, but it is possible minimize them. This is the difference that makes the difference of success and failure.
It all starts with acknowledging your mistakes. Look at them objectively and ask: "What can I learn?"
When you're open with yourself, you will see that your failures are not failures. They're opportunities to grow.
And that's exactly what happened to Thomas Edison. He failed many more times before he invented the lightbulb.
He didn't let his failures discourage him. Instead, he saw each failure as an opportunity for improvement in his design.
He invented the best form of lighting that is popular today.
So, if you fail, don't get discouraged. Learn from your mistakes. Use them.
Then, try again.
What can we learn from our mistakes?
Do not worry too much about making mistakes. This means that you will learn something. You can also learn from your mistakes. So don't sweat the small stuff because there's nothing wrong with making mistakes. We all make them.
It's okay to feel embarrassed about a mistake. However, it doesn't really matter if you feel ashamed. It's the way you deal with your mistakes which matters most. You will let your mistakes bother you. If you look at them as opportunities for growth, they'll make you stronger.
Recognize your mistake and move on. You don't need to dwell on it. Instead, you should focus on the next step. Keep moving.
Don't obsess over your mistakes. Instead, learn from your mistakes and look for ways you can improve. Learn from your mistakes to improve your future.
Successful Inventions Made By Accident
Inventors make mistakes. How we deal with those mistakes is what determines whether our inventions succeed or fail.
It is a fact that invention does not happen by accident. Every invention was designed. There is no such thing a accidental invention.
An invention is a deliberate act. A deliberate decision to create something new. Something that solves an issue. You can make someone's life easier.
To be successful inventing is to understand that nothing happens by chance. Instead of trying to avoid mistakes, learn from them.
Although it would be nice to think that invention is easy, it's not. Invention is hard work that requires persistence. It's not a quick fix. It takes time.
This means that you need to spend lots of time thinking about solutions and ideas. What are people interested in? What are they looking for?
You have to ask yourself questions like these. These questions will help you decide what type of product or service to develop next.
To achieve this, it is important to forget about any preconceived ideas. Preconceived notions about what the world needs or wants are not valid. You need to pay attention to the needs of your potential customers and customers.
You must find out what they want. They are not what they say they want.
Once you know what your customers want, it is time to create a way for them to get it. That's where invention begins.
What can we learn about Abraham Lincoln?
Abraham Lincoln stated, "I am slow learner; I am quick to forget."
He knew how important it was to keep learning because he understood that there would come a time when he would need to unlearn old habits and embrace new ones.
The same applies to our businesses. No matter how meticulously we plan for success and what our goals are, there will be moments when we get stuck in a rut.
It's important to keep learning and growing. If we do nothing else, we must continue to learn, even after we reach the pinnacle of success.
Lincoln had the right attitude. He recognized that while he could become more effective in his business, he couldn't stop learning.
There are two types: entrepreneurs. Two types of entrepreneurs exist: those who stay busy and those with smart ideas.
Those who are busy concentrate on growing their businesses. They spend their time on product development and marketing, as well as customer service.
They may feel accomplished, but they are often missing the mark. Unless these entrepreneurs are also focused on staying smarter, they won't achieve sustainable growth.
What sets successful entrepreneurs apart from ordinary ones? Ability to quickly adapt to changing situations.
Successful entrepreneurs are always looking for ways to improve the products and services they offer when faced with difficulties.
However, the average entrepreneur will stick with outdated methods that do not 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 are three things you can learn from history?
There are plenty of examples from history that show how we can learn lessons from our mistakes. They can be applied to current business challenges, and transformed into opportunities for growth.
The past has taught us that there is always a better way. There is always someone out there who thinks outside the box and takes risks that make them stand apart.
History also shows us that it's often the underdogs who succeed. When you feel overwhelmed, stuck or lost, think back to the times when they won.
Look to the past and find ways to bring the lessons forward into the future. Learn from others' successes and failures.
These lessons will help improve your success rate.
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)
- But 95% of amputations were done with anesthesia, u/Thrabalen points out. (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)
- For example, your chance of survival might go from 10% to 30% in some zones. (lifehacker.com)
- If you consider that 10% to 30% might be tens or hundreds of thousands of lives, then sure, that matters. (lifehacker.com)
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How To
Accidental Discovery of Penicillin: Successive Inventions
How did penicillin get created?
Alexander Fleming, who had some bacteria cultures left behind, noticed that penicillin was growing on them. He thought the mold might kill the bacteria, so he tried to find something that would destroy the mold.
Penicillin was able to kill the mold. Then he discovered that it could also be used to fight bacteria-related infections. Penicillin was one the greatest medical breakthroughs. It saved millions of lives, and it changed the course forever of medicine.
Alexander Fleming had no idea at first what his discovery would mean. And neither did anyone else. Penicillin would soon be a powerful antibiotic.
Scientists discovered penicillin could be used to treat bacterial infections, but this was not until after World War II. In 1945, the U.S. Army contacted Dr. Fleming to see if penicillin could help soldiers who had been infected with deadly germs. Dr. Fleming accepted the offer.
Penicillin was found to be effective against many different types of infection. It saved the lives of wounded soldiers in World War II. It was also used to save the lives of many doctors in post-war Germany.
Dr. Fleming had no idea that his discovery would have such an impact. He was just trying to prevent mold growth on the bacteria cultures that his research had taught him. But he couldn't imagine how this simple experiment would lead to an incredible medical breakthrough.
Many discoveries made every day aren't really remarkable. These discoveries are nothing more than experiments, done for no particular purpose.
It is amazing how sometimes seemingly insignificant experiments can transform history.
Even though they seem to have very little in common, discoveries end up being extremely significant. Penicillin was discovered. Or photography. Or electricity. Or even computers.
Invention does not happen simply because someone thinks up a brilliant idea. It happens because someone has a problem. And then, they solve that problem through experimentation.
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