How To Get Lucky?
Most people believe that luck is something out of their control. However, luck can be influenced, and understanding its different levels can help you maximize opportunities in your life. Inspired by Dr. James Austin’s 1978 book “Chase, Chance, & Creativity”, let’s explore the four levels of luck and how you can make the most of each one.
👉 Level 1: Accidental Luck or Blind Luck
Blind luck is the type of luck that is completely out of your control. Examples include winning the lottery or being born into a wealthy family. These events are unforeseen and cannot be influenced by your actions. Embrace these moments if they come, but don’t rely on them for success.
🔔 This level is totally impersonal and cant be influenced
🍀 Recognize blind luck when it occurs, but focus on the other levels of luck that can be influenced by your actions.
👉 Level 2: Luck from Motion or Hustle
This type of luck is generated by your actions and energy. By attending conferences, networking, or reaching out to others on LinkedIn, you can create opportunities that may lead to success. Keep moving forward, and you’re more likely to stumble upon something valuable.
🔔 This level favors those with curiosity and a willingness to explore
🍀 Identify activities or events that can increase your luck from motion, and make a plan to engage in them regularly.
👉 Level 3: Luck from Preparation
As you gain experience and expertise, you’ll become better at spotting opportunities from afar. Continuously improving your skills and knowledge will make you a magnet for opportunities.
🔔 This level favors people who possess knowledge in a field they have been mastering for years.
🍀 Reflect on your current skill set and knowledge, and identify one area to improve or learn about that will compound over time.
👉 Level 4: Luck from Uniqueness
This level of luck arises from your distinct abilities and perspectives. Share your expertise through writing, social media, or public speaking to attract opportunities and make yourself the go-to person in your field.
🔔This level favors people with unique hobbies, lifestyles and behavior.
🍀 Determine what makes you unique and develop a plan to showcase your expertise through various platforms.
👉 Added by me (Bonus): Luck by Association
Your connections and environment can greatly impact your luck. Surrounding yourself with driven, successful individuals can increase your chances of success by association.
🔔 This level favours people living in the major metropolitan cities and who are actively surrounding themselves with driven and successful top 1%.
🍀 Evaluate your current network and environment, and identify ways to improve them or connect with individuals who can help you grow.
Conclusion:
Understanding and harnessing the different levels of luck can significantly impact your success. Consider these key questions, inspired by Marc Andreessen:
- How energetic are you? Optimize for maximum action.
- How curious are you? Foster your curiosity to solve problems.
- How flexible and aggressive are you at synthesizing? Connect unrelated experiences for creative solutions.
- How unique is your personal point of view? Develop a distinct approach for success.