Emily Dickinson on Luck
“Luck is not opportunity, it’s toil. Fortune’s expensive smile is earned.”
–Emily Dickinson (1830–1886)
American poet
Sales luck…
"Diligence is the mother of excellent luck."
- Benjamin Franklin (1706–1790)
American statesman, scientist, and printer
luck: noun: a force that makes things happen
You want more luck? Be the force that makes it happen…
- Prepare. Work hard to be ready for the opportunities that are vital to you. Research. Practice. Perfect.
- Be awake. Pay attention to the people, events, and things around you. Evaluate logically and entrust your gut instinct.
- Take action. Place yourself out there. Explore. Be vulnerable. Make contact with people. Take risks. (see below)
- Expect clear results. Optimism improves your chances. If (when) you fail, embrace the lesson and continue on, smarter.
That’s it. Now go be fortunate (and sell something). Get the luck card here.
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