Lucky Sir Alan?

Sir Alan Sugar (founder of Amstrad and star of UK`s "The Apprentice") doesn`t believe in luck, just hard work...... Hmm.

I expect you, my dear readers work hard too - but do you earn the vast amounts he does?? No, I thought not. And as you have been reading these columns over the last few months, you will know by now that luck isn`t just a matter of "luck". According to a study done by the University of Herefordshire, there are some distinct characteristics that make up a lucky person. See whether you fit the bill....................Read on >>>

Seven Secrets Of Lucky People

1. Excellent Connections: Lucky people know alot of people. They have the knack of forming good relationships with people who want to help and support them along the way.
2. Bounce-ability: Lucky people are resilient and resourceful. As study after study has shown, success is not about having things working perfectly first time. Luck and success depend on how quickly you bounce back from failure.
3. Getting What You Want: Lucky people are clear about what they want. They have a vision of what it is and set about getting there.
4. Daring Adventures: Lucky people try new things. They are flexible and undaunted when circumstances change. They go with the flow.
5. Believing In Happy Endings: Lucky people know they`ll get there in the end. They may not know how or in what way - but they are certain they`ll be successful eventually. " Everything will be OK in the end. If it`s not OK, it`s not the end." (see my previous posting "Persistence pays......"
6. Just "Knowing":Lucky people have a well developed intuition. They trust their gut instinct. I`ll bet Alan Sugar has this quality in abundance.
7. Chilled And Ready For Action: Lucky people are relaxed and open to opportunities when they present themselves. (see below - Alan Sugar makes sure he gets his rest).

I got this information from a cute little blog called "Guy Levine`s Blog". Click here to enjoy Guy`s postings.

"I had lunch with Sir Alan Sugar yesterday - well, me and 399 other people. He was talking at a charity lunch. I went with my Uncle who was my first business mentor. We had a great time. Sir Alan did lots of questions and answers. Two of the main themes I picked up on were that he didn’t believe in luck and that its all about hard work, while maintaining a sense of balance. He told us that he works five solid days a week, but not at the weekends. He also told us that his work ethos is to burn the midnight oil when he needs to, but not when its unnecessary just to look good. He doesn’t like 'schmoozers!'"

Do have a read.