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What does it mean?
Luck occurs when preparation meets opportunity.
In plain terms
Luck is preparation meeting chance.
What can you take from it?
Prepare well to seize opportunities.

Where it applies

  • job search
  • creative projects

Putting it to work

  • skill development
  • networking

Questions to consider

  • How can you create more opportunities?
  • What does preparation look like for you?

Another view

Opportunities may never arise despite preparation.

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