Over the course of many articles and some poems, I’ve tried to convey some of what I feel is accumulative wisdom about life and thought that if considered and followed should enhance the probability of finding success in life and in business.  I’ve pressed the need for perspective, of being curious, of being passionate and willing to take risks and of course the need for self-evaluation.  To know your own capabilities and be honest about it, and then to stretch and climb the mountains in front of you.  Create a life-long passion for learning and accomplishment.

What I’ve not yet talked about is “luck”.  I’ve written about life’s lottery, which is a bit of luck in where you were born, what country your parents managed to get you to, and how the sacrifices of our ancestors bring you to a point in your life where you have opportunities for success.

Most people get some break in life, an opportunity that presents itself, in part out of luck… Many will never have the perspective to see the opportunity, they will only see the problem.  Some will be too timid to explore it, or if they do, will realistically lack the talent or passion to exploit it.   However, getting that opportunity is something of a bit of chance, of luck, and we can increase prospects of this occurring by expanding our network, expanding our experiences, and being open to seeing change as a potential opportunity. Furthermore, be ready!  Develop the wisdom and capability to respond to opportunity when it knocks… and then work hard and be persistent.  Climb that mountain!  If you don’t, you’ll find that there are so many other talented people that are also out there looking for their chance, as they go by you.

Be Lucky!

I know I have been!

The following article was an interesting take on the dirty secret about success… luck!

http://www.bbc.com/capital/story/20180309-your-hard-work-doesnt-actually-pay-off