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What does it mean?
Hard work increases the chances of encountering favorable outcomes.
In plain terms
Working harder makes luck happen more often.
What can you take from it?
Effort creates opportunity.

Where it applies

  • career planning
  • goal setting
  • daily habits

Putting it to work

  • set consistent goals
  • track progress
  • prepare for chances

Questions to consider

  • How much of your success is due to effort vs chance?
  • What can you do to create more luck?

Another view

Luck still depends on external factors beyond control.

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