What is LUCK?
Luck is commonly defined as:
"The success or failure apparently brought by chance rather than through one's own actions."
But in real-world contexts — especially in interviews, careers, and personal growth — luck is often much more than random chance.
1. Traditional View:
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Luck is random.
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It’s about being in the right place at the right time.
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It’s outside your control — like winning a lottery.
2. Practical/Motivational View:
"Luck tends to favor those who approach tasks with systematic preparation" — Sanjeev Kabeer
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This view suggests you create your own luck by:
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Being prepared.
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Staying consistent.
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Putting yourself in situations where opportunities can arise.
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3. Psychological View:
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People who believe they are lucky often behave in ways that create better outcomes:
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They're more open to new experiences.
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They notice and act on opportunities.
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They’re resilient after setbacks.
You might hear someone say, “He got lucky in the interview.”
But usually, that luck is backed by:
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Solid preparation
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Repeated practice
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Confidence built from knowledge
In short:
Luck isn’t magic — it’s preparation, mindset, and timing coming together.
Why Preparation and Skill Are More Important than luck factor?
A foundation for success: Luck often favors the prepared. The more you prepare, the more you increase your chances of being "lucky".
Control what you can: You can control your effort, your preparation, and your performance, but you cannot control external factors.
What to Do Instead of Relying on Luck?
Focus on hard work: Consistently work on improving your skills, knowledge, and experience.
Be prepared: Thoroughly prepare all aspect related to job. Practice your answers to common interview questions. Get help from a profesional mentor or guide. For example Career Quest is devoted for interview training, one can get personalised guidance there.
Keep applying: Always be alert to spot the new opportunity suitable for you.
Don't get discouraged: If you don't get the job, don't let it define you. Use it as a learning experience, prepare professionaly and keep trying.
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