How to Get Lucky in Business According to Science
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to have all the luck in businesses and others can’t seem to catch a break?
Scientific studies have shown that so-called lucky people are just like you and me except that they have a few different habits.
They are more open to opportunities, maintain a positive outlook, try different things and listen to their gut.
The great thing is that these habits can easily be incorporated into our daily lives with very little effort.
Be open to opportunities
Richard Wiseman, a British psychology professor at the University of Hertfordshire, tried a simple experiment.
He sent two people to get him a coffee from the store next door on two different days. The first was Martin.
When Martin got to the coffee shop, he found a 5-pound note on the floor as he entered. After ordering the coffee he was told that it would take a little longer because they were cleaning the coffee machine.
While he was there, he met another gentleman waiting for his coffee who turned out to be a wealthy businessman. They chatted for a while as they waited for their coffees, exchanged…
