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Linus Yale, Jr.
Does the name Linus Yale, Jr. ring a bell? Can you tell me anything that he accomplished without furiously tapping the Google search bar? If you can’t don’t feel bad. Most people don’t know who he was or what he did.
Although he’s not a household name, you and I use his inventions every day. His creations are small in size, but they’re huge in what they provide!
Ok, I’ve kept you in the dark long enough. It’s time for the revealing. Let me sum up what this creative genius did by peeling back history to 1855.
Linus Yale, Jr., a left-brained problem solver, built on the foundation his father laid. He “bloomed where he was planted,” and is credited with developing the modern-day lock and key.
He co-founded the Yale Lock Manufacturing Company in 1868. It would go on to become the world’s largest producer of locks. Mr. Yale also invented the combination lock. Yale locks? That sounds familiar! Your home may be wearing Yale Locks. Your child’s school locker may have Yale Combination Locks. And the bank you do business with may be guarded by safe locks produced by Yale.
But what does all this gabbing about Linus Yale, Jr. have to do with our personal development? How does a Yale lock make you and me a better employee? How can his inventions inspire us to reach our individual and career goals?
You’ll be surprised to learn what this left-brained thinker and inventor can teach us!
It can be summed up in one word – security!
You and I need security!
We need security in our homes. Door locks, security systems, or even a barking dog can bring security. Consumer Affairs reports that in 2024, the smart home security market was worth an estimated $32.5 billion!
We need financial security! Ever experience more month than money? I’m sure that most of us have! We long for financial security because it promotes mental peace and self-worth. And when you feel better about yourself, you’ll be a better worker!
We also need secure relationships. Secure relationships in life are pivotal to self-improvement. Positive relationships give personal dividends of happiness, contentment, confidence, self-esteem, cooperation, and concern for others.
Aren’t you thankful for Linus Yale, Jr. and his tremendous creation?
NOW…3 P’s and a POD(CAST)!
PRINCIPLE
Locking insecurity out of your life will reward you in ways that are unimaginable.
PLAN
Lock out insecurity! Do you feel insecure about yourself, your ability to do your job, or relationships? Let your insecurities fuel a dogged determination to step out of your comfort zone!
POSITIVE APPROACH GOING FORWARD
Determine that your thinking from this day forward will revolve around accomplishments. Make a list of all your insecurities (from the smallest to the greatest) that block you from moving forward in life.
Each day work on locking 1 fear out of your life. For example, if you’re insecure about doing your job, why not take an online course? Remember knowledge is power! Are you insecure about public speaking? Here’s a suggestion: Find a local chapter of Toastmasters International. They’re committed to helping you overcome this specific insecurity.
PODCAST FOR THIS WEEK
Mel Robbins 5-Second Rule will change your life! You’ve got to listen to this amazing Podcast!
About The Encouragement Express
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I'm Howell Bigham, and I'm the writer behind all the posts.
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Vitamin E(ncouragement)
Isn't it wonderful that the Bible provides spiritual Vitamin E as you journey through life?
Before you go out the door to begin your day, take a dose of Vitamin E(ncouragement).
It'll give you the motivation to make every moment count. And, you'll feel great!
Here's your weekly spiritual vitamin:
A cheerful heart is a good medicine; but a broken spirit drieth up the bones.
- King Solomon, Proverbs 17:22 (ASV)
Motivating Mouths
Thomas Edison is known for his enormous contributions in the field of inventions. In fact, Edison is recorded with 1,093 patents. Many of his inventions are tied to bettering our lives. A few of these are the electric utility system, motion pictures, and R&D labs. But perhaps the invention that highlights his success is the light bulb. Below Edison "shines the light" on real success.
The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.
- Thomas Edison
Word of the Week
Smile - "A smile is a curve that sets everything straight."
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