A contrast to Nassim Nicholas Taleb notion of luck, Kevin San goes on to explain that patience and hard work are the ultimate keys to success. Discussing his past at Rhode Island College and suggesting to readers that studying hard will ultimately lead to reaching one’s goals. Moreover, believing his involvement with the Institute of Management Accountants, IMA, is the reason for his success as an accountant. A stark contrast to Mr. Taleb’s belief that luck contributes to one’s success. “I’m a firm believer in the saying, Hard work pays off,” said Mr. San (San, …show more content…
A guide to accepting that all things might be random. And although luck may determine your success, you should still make efforts to prepare yourself for opportunities. Moreover, the confusion between luck and determinism can be hazardous to your health. “Risk conscious hard work and discipline can lead someone to achieve a comfortable life with a very high probability. Beyond that, it is all randomness: either by taking enormous (and unconscious) risks, or by being extraordinarily lucky” said author Nassim Nicholas Taleb, (Taleb,