In 1969, a simple office mishap changed history. Bette Nesmith Graham, a secretary, invented what would become the famous correction fluid while trying to fix a typing mistake. This invention saved millions of students and office workers from having to rewrite entire documents, revolutionizing how people worked with typewriters.
But her story is about much more than just the invention itself. As a single mother, she faced financial hardships and limited chances. Through determination and creativity, she transformed her small idea into a worldwide business success.
Bette Nesmith Graham’s path from struggling parent to millionaire inventor remains one of the most inspiring underdog stories in business history. Her perseverance continues to encourage dreamers and innovators everywhere.