In today’s show, we consider a question that I’ve always been intrigued by: are some people luckier than others?

My guest is Prof. Dr. Christian Busch, bestselling author of Connect the Dots: The Art & Science of Creating Good Luck. Christian is director of the CGA Global Economy Program at New York University (NYU), and also teaches at the London School of Economics (LSE).

He’s also the co-founder of Sandbox Network, a global community of young innovators and Leaders on Purpose, an organisation convening leading CEOs. A busy man with loads of fascinating insights to share with us today.

We discuss:

• The difference between blind luck and smart luck

• Whether it’s possible to cultivate serendipity in your life

• How techniques like the hook strategy make you luckier

• The benefits of a serendipity mindset to your career and life

• How to chuck serendipity bombs out into the world

• The value of changing your routine and habits

• How anticipating the unexpected makes people & businesses stronger

• Approaching life as a rational optimist

If you enjoy listening to the show, make sure you subscribe to the Future Work/Life newsletter and look me up on LinkedIn, as I’ll explore the themes we discuss in more detail over the coming weeks.

LINKS:

Christian's LinkedIn profile

Connect the Dots: The Art & Science of Creating Good Luck

Future Work/Life newsletter

Future Work/Life website

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