Not Only Luck.
An essay by John Melonakos

Lucky and Successful Attributes

I ran across two articles that talk about attributes of lucky and successful people. Those themes fit well with this blog.

Here are things lucky people do according to Inc magazine:

  • Play to your strengths
  • Prepare in advance
  • Start early
  • Connect with as many people as possible
  • Follow up

Here are things that successful people do according to this LinkedIn post:

  • Embrace change
  • Want others to succeed
  • Exude joy
  • Accept responsibly for your failures
  • Talk about ideas
  • Share data & info
  • Give people all the credit for their victories
  • Set goals and life plans
  • Keep a journal
  • Read every day
  • Operate from a transformational perspective
  • Continuously learn
  • Compliment others
  • Forgive others
  • Keep a “To-Be” list
  • Have Gratitude

Of course, there is really no difference between how the words “lucky” and “successful” were used in these articles. They are interchangeable.

Good thoughts on a busy day for me today! We’re going to have a new website soon. I’m super excited about that. Stay tuned!