Being Opportunistic
I recently heard a podcast or online video when one individual said something along the lines, "Those who are successful are opportunistic people but those who are ultra-successful [define in own terms] are ultra-opportunistic taking advantage of every situation or opportunity that comes their way." Seems like this is one of the numerous and infinite "ways to success"...
While I agree with the statement above I also there is another significant aspect of opportunistic in regards to success that needs to be told. I believe in order to be "ultra-opportunistic" you need to be "actively-opportunistic." As an individual who is attempting to make the most of every chance that you get, you also need to create those "chances". Let me explain...
There are those in life that just sit back and wait for life to come to them. And, perhaps a great job/speaking/traveling/etc opportunity falls into their lap either because of their past achievement or just by plain luck. Sure, if they take advantage of the opportunity they can be considered "opportunistic".
But what do the really successful people in life do? Just as the group above might have worked hard, this group of individuals actively and consciously seek out opportunities [does not mean asking for opportunities]. These are the ones who are always prepared, ready to ask the right questions and knowledgeable of what may lie ahead. They've done their research and are aware of the people/organizations/situations they are dealing with so when that opportunity does arise, can they nail it.
Experiencing serendipity in life is important but relying on preparedness is just as if not more vital to becoming an "actively-opportunistic" and "ultra-successful".
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Some interesting reads/vids I've come across in the last week.
Who Are the Masters in Your Field and How Do You Learn from Them? - Ben Casnocha
The Difference: Living Well vs. Doing Well - Tim Ferriss
How to Become a Star Screenwriter: A Case Study in Modern Craftsmanship - Cal Newport
Boredom and Its Effects - Jonah Lehrer
Are You an Elite? - Seth Godin
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