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What does it mean?
Finding a clover means you searched hard rather than just luck.
In plain terms
Hard work makes lucky finds possible.
What can you take from it?
Luck favors effort.

Where it applies

  • job hunting
  • problem solving
  • motivational talks

Putting it to work

  • motivate effort
  • reframe luck

Questions to consider

  • Is luck earned?
  • How do you keep searching?

Another view

Luck still plays a role.

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