“Luck is a matter of preparation meeting opportunity.”
What this quote means
This quote by Françoise Giroud encapsulates the nature of luck: it is not pure chance but the fruit of preparation seizing opportunity. It encourages us to cultivate our skills, expertise, and mindset, so we are ready when opportunities arise. It is an invitation to become an actor in our own life, rather than passively waiting for luck to knock on our door.
How to apply it daily
Identify an opportunity you are waiting for. List the skills or knowledge needed to seize it, then work on acquiring them starting today.
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