Explanation: Meaning 99% of the time being ambitious about something and just really going for it and doing your best will work better in day to day life.
The idea that hard work is the most important aspect of new inventions existed before Edison gave his quote, however.
The idea behind this quote is that it is easy to have a good idea, or a creative insight. However, to follow through with that idea, and turn it into a reality, takes a level of patience and dedication that few people have.
