While I agree that luck has a lot to do with many successes. I would also point out that most successful people put themselves in a position in which they can benefit from circumstance. The old adage "you create your own luck in life" is true in most cases. Work hard and you're far more likely to benefit from what people call "luck".
I think there is definitely ,a if you don't play you can't win, element to things.
un-submited manuscripts almost never get published getting a job you did not apply for is a bit rare. But I think there are a lot of folks that win the proverbial lottery and become convinced they are really good at picking lottery numbers.
But I think there are a lot of folks that win the proverbial lottery and become convinced they are really good at picking lottery numbers.
Absolutely, without a doubt, this exists. And you hit it on the head, if you don't take a swing you can't hit the ball. That simple. But SOO many people don't take the swing and complain about never hitting the ball. It's baffling.
Congrats man! Hope it went well. Enjoy. When you're back in the only town I've ever seen you in, let me know. I've been traveling there quite a bit of late and could use a sushi companion. My best to you guys.