We’ve all met people whom we thought were “so lucky”. We humans tend to think luck is behind our lives’ misfortunes and successes; however, deep inside, we know that luck has nothing to do with what happens in our existence, don’t we? What we so despairingly call luck is just the set of actions and beliefs of the “lucky” people, and how they apply them to business and their lives.
Individuals who are “lucky” in business and life, happen to share eight distinctive characteristics:
1. They talk to everyone
Strangers are intimidating to most of us, however, many great experiences can result from talking to people we don’t know. You never know… you might get ‘lucky’!
2. They love small talk
Many people disregard small talk because they see it as unproductive. What they forget is that small talk can lead to the big talk when they least expect it.
3. They ‘drop’ names
Although some may think that individuals that drop names are showoffs, one may find common ground and open doors when discovering you both know the same people. There is indeed a way of dropping names with class.
4. They listen and snoop
Lucky people are excellent listeners, observers, and eavesdroppers. Being attentive can get you lots of information and is an inexpensive way of researching the market.
5. They offer and ask for help
No one can do it alone; everyone needs help once in a while. Lucky individuals let others know what they need and also offer to help out of good will.
6. They wander off their path
The saying goes: “Not all who wander are lost”… how true! When the opportunity arises, lucky people seize it, no matter where it leads; lawyers have become entrepreneurs, doctors have become writers, accountants have become singers, and teachers have become volunteers.
7. They leave with grace
These individuals know when to leave, while they are still at their best and without creating enemies. They know how the win/win scenario works, and recognize what’s best for all.
8. They say yes, even if they want to say no
You never know where opportunities lie. By saying no to something that may get in the way of your busy schedule, you may be also saying no to the chance of a lifetime.
That’s the luck in it all. Lucky people are only lucky because they know what they want and they go for it with all their heart. They don’t let others or their circumstances get in the way. They believe in themselves and know someone out there will too, so they set out to meet people and to find that lucky person that is waiting to change their lives.
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