In the 1800s, German electrical engineer Werner Siemens created a device that turned mechanical power into electric current. He called the invention a dynamoelektrischemaschine, or “dynamo-electric machine”.

The word dynamo is well past its heyday (circa 1891) but it’s still occasionally used. For example, it describes a particular type of bicycle hub that can power a light. Or a person with a certain kind of energy.

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Energy conversion is a useful skill we can develop. It’s that moment between feeling inspired and taking action. The moment between having a vision and bringing that vision to life. Between feeling creative and being creative.

Harness the opportunity. Be the dynamo.