Loved this! I never thought about helping others as making someone lucky. I was once told to put myself out there as much as possible in whatever I’m trying to achieve and essentially in this process, I’m increasing the surface area and chance of getting lucky. You’ve worded that much better!
Let's not get stuck into paralysis of analysis. Scared your skills aren't up to par? For the newbie, you may be the Yoda they need.
Longfellow said very aptly, "Give what you have. To someone, it may be better than you dare to think.”
This quote reminds me that the simple act of giving, however modest, can catalyse a chain of fortunate events far beyond our initial gesture. When we share our knowledge, resources, or even a moment of kindness, we're not just aiding the recipient but potentially igniting a series of positive outcomes we might never see.
This perspective invites us to consider luck as a communal asset, proliferating not by chance encounters but by deliberate acts of sharing. In this light, the true harbingers of luck are those who give freely, seeding opportunities that grow into forests of fortune for many.
I thoroughly enjoyed this article on luck! It's fascinating how our perceptions of luck can shape our experiences.
Over the past year I've been working on developing a groundbreaking concept for an all new genealogy platform there can work by itself or be mirrored un to an existing platform. I have now decided to try to make a reach out to some of the marked leaders in this field. Found the name of the CEO of Ancestry googled her name and this article was the first link up. A quick glans down the article my eyes saw first: a four leaf clover, fat text saying: Take stock of your assets - Creating opportunities for luck – Tell people what you are looking for – Open yourself up to possibilities and then an orange button saying leave a comment. A comment the CEO most likely would read. Not the way I would normally go, but the article itself motivate and inspire me to put myself out there and do it.
I believe this platform could offer a unique and enriching experience for users not seen before.
If you're intrigued, I'd love to share more details with you.
Looking forward to potentially connecting further,
I sincerely appreciated reading this post and found the concept of "creating your own luck" incredibly enlightening. The narrative skillfully blends personal anecdotes with practical advice, making the notion of self-made fortune not only accessible but deeply inspiring. It's a powerful reminder that, despite the randomness of life, there are steps we can take to tilt the scales in our favour. The idea that luck isn't merely a byproduct of fate, but something we can actively cultivate through our actions, attitudes, and openness to opportunities, resonates profoundly with me. It’s comforting and empowering to think that we're not entirely at the mercy of chance, and that our decisions and behaviours can significantly influence our paths.
Moreover, the post beautifully illustrates how creating luck for ourselves often involves extending good fortune to others. This concept of reciprocal luck-creation, where our "gives" and "gets" intermingle within a supportive community, highlights the importance of generosity and connection in fostering a lucky life. The anecdotes shared, from personal growth through adversity to the strategic sharing of opportunities, showcase a range of ways in which we can both seek out and spread luck. This post has not only provided practical strategies for increasing one's own luck but also underscored the value of kindness and networking in doing so. It’s a compelling call to action to live more openly, curiously, and altruistically, with the beautiful possibility of creating a ripple effect of luck and opportunity.
Loved this! I never thought about helping others as making someone lucky. I was once told to put myself out there as much as possible in whatever I’m trying to achieve and essentially in this process, I’m increasing the surface area and chance of getting lucky. You’ve worded that much better!
What can immensely help with being “more lucky” is increasing your “luck surface area”. :) great stuff
Deb, Thank you for a wonderful article, more importantly for continued effort to pay it forward and all the help you do for Tech community.
This resonates with me so deeply, great read!
Wonderful article and a great reminder that we're the creators of our lives. Thanks for sharing your experiences so openly.
Thanks for this great post. I definitely appreciate the perspective.
Love this! Thank you for writing this earnest article.
Let's not get stuck into paralysis of analysis. Scared your skills aren't up to par? For the newbie, you may be the Yoda they need.
Longfellow said very aptly, "Give what you have. To someone, it may be better than you dare to think.”
This quote reminds me that the simple act of giving, however modest, can catalyse a chain of fortunate events far beyond our initial gesture. When we share our knowledge, resources, or even a moment of kindness, we're not just aiding the recipient but potentially igniting a series of positive outcomes we might never see.
This perspective invites us to consider luck as a communal asset, proliferating not by chance encounters but by deliberate acts of sharing. In this light, the true harbingers of luck are those who give freely, seeding opportunities that grow into forests of fortune for many.
Such a wonderful reminder that a simple thing like mindset can have an outsized impact on our reality. Thank you, Deb!
Dear Deb Liu
I thoroughly enjoyed this article on luck! It's fascinating how our perceptions of luck can shape our experiences.
Over the past year I've been working on developing a groundbreaking concept for an all new genealogy platform there can work by itself or be mirrored un to an existing platform. I have now decided to try to make a reach out to some of the marked leaders in this field. Found the name of the CEO of Ancestry googled her name and this article was the first link up. A quick glans down the article my eyes saw first: a four leaf clover, fat text saying: Take stock of your assets - Creating opportunities for luck – Tell people what you are looking for – Open yourself up to possibilities and then an orange button saying leave a comment. A comment the CEO most likely would read. Not the way I would normally go, but the article itself motivate and inspire me to put myself out there and do it.
I believe this platform could offer a unique and enriching experience for users not seen before.
If you're intrigued, I'd love to share more details with you.
Looking forward to potentially connecting further,
Thomas Christensen
I sincerely appreciated reading this post and found the concept of "creating your own luck" incredibly enlightening. The narrative skillfully blends personal anecdotes with practical advice, making the notion of self-made fortune not only accessible but deeply inspiring. It's a powerful reminder that, despite the randomness of life, there are steps we can take to tilt the scales in our favour. The idea that luck isn't merely a byproduct of fate, but something we can actively cultivate through our actions, attitudes, and openness to opportunities, resonates profoundly with me. It’s comforting and empowering to think that we're not entirely at the mercy of chance, and that our decisions and behaviours can significantly influence our paths.
Moreover, the post beautifully illustrates how creating luck for ourselves often involves extending good fortune to others. This concept of reciprocal luck-creation, where our "gives" and "gets" intermingle within a supportive community, highlights the importance of generosity and connection in fostering a lucky life. The anecdotes shared, from personal growth through adversity to the strategic sharing of opportunities, showcase a range of ways in which we can both seek out and spread luck. This post has not only provided practical strategies for increasing one's own luck but also underscored the value of kindness and networking in doing so. It’s a compelling call to action to live more openly, curiously, and altruistically, with the beautiful possibility of creating a ripple effect of luck and opportunity.