No.11: Beloved Dog Inspires Alpine Discovery—The Velcro Millionaire is Born
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In 1948, Swiss engineer George de Mestral was out walking in the Alps with his dog when he noticed burrs clinging stubbornly to his clothes and his dog’s fur. Curious, he examined them under a microscope and discovered tiny hook-like structures on the seeds—an observation that sparked the idea for Velcro.
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After years of trial and error, de Mestral patented Velcro in 1955. The product became a global success, used everywhere from space exploration to everyday items. Today, millions of meters of Velcro are produced annually, and de Mestral became a millionaire. This is a classic story of how curiosity and observation turned an ordinary moment into worldwide fame and fortune.
No.10: From Boredom to $50,000 a Day—The Billionaire Who Created a No.1 App
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Vietnamese programmer Dong Nguyen created the simple mobile game “Flappy Bird” as a personal side project during his commute. By late 2013, the game had gone viral, topping app store charts worldwide and pulling in up to $50,000 per day in ad revenue.
Overwhelmed by sudden fame, Nguyen eventually pulled the game from stores, but not before earning millions. He later reflected that his life changed overnight, using his success to pursue new projects on his own terms. His story is a modern fairytale of how a simple idea can transform into life-changing luck.
