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Not advice exactly, but I have a few friends who've had lucky breaks like that, and I'm pretty sure it came down to: be interesting, confident, and friendly. P
by biztos 6y ago
Not advice exactly, but I have a few friends who've had lucky breaks like that, and I'm pretty sure it came down to: be interesting, confident, and friendly. Plus the things you mentioned.
When they randomly met people who could open doors for them, they just seemed like interesting people to open doors for, and who wouldn't waste the opportunity nor abuse it.
Anyway that's my take, but I'm still struggling with #1 at 50, so I might be over-thinking it.
- JoblessWonder 6y agoThose three things are so huge when it comes to making connections like the ones we are talking about. Related to that, having the courage/gumption to notice that someone may be holding a door open for you and walking through! I have looked back at some interactions with people who I probably could have used (not abused) to further my career but I was locked in a mindset that I didn't think I was worthy of their attention/guidance even though they were offering it.
- RangerScience 6y agoGood advice! To continue the unmentioned chemistry metaphor: Ensure that you have reaction sites, as well. For #1... AFAIK it's the art of holding an abstract wish. Imagine it'll be granted by a lazy genie; neither malevolent nor benevolent; just as easily / simply / directly as possible.