Too many people settle for dumb luck and hope for the best, when they should be orchestrating smart luck. Although success in work and life often appears to be the result of random events, in truth the lucky ones often managed the broader context better. Some people may attribute their success to a few key breaks, such as a professor who helped them or an introduction that opened a vital door, but others emphasize that they made sure to talk to all their professors and solicited many introductions before the one that really mattered. This more deliberate perspective is crucial to shifting your view from dumb luck to smart luck. Those who get ahead in life tend to understand that there is more to luck than pure chance. They appreciate that they can orchestrate circumstances which are more likely to produce successful outcomes.
Author: Paul J.H. Schoemaker
Source: Management and Business Review (MBR)
Subjects: Luck, Personal Development, Quote
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