Something I came across in a Quora forum related to dating success but is true for life in general . . .
S = L + (RV x MV)
That’s the formula for success in just about anything. Your success is one part luck and another part your perceived value.
Perceived value is a function of how much actual value you generate and how well you market that value.
So for the mathematically inclined,
Success = Luck + (real value x the marketing you do), or simply
S = L + (RV x MV)
That’s pretty much it. Punch in the numbers and that’s how your life will go.
Want more luck? Take more shots. If something has a 1 in a hundred chance of occurring, then you are really just 100 shots away from getting it. Ask people out. Get rejected. Ask more out. Don’t hide your intentions. If you like someone, own it and show it.
Want more real value? Then find ways to become more valuable as a person. Learn how to be witty. To make great conversation. Learn where the coolest restaurants are in town. Learn a musical instrument. Get physically fit. Groom well. Develop your own style. Be honest. These things and hundreds of others as well are avenues to build your value.
Want to market your value? Don’t hide your light under the proverbial bushel. If you have a funny joke, tell it! If you know a great restaurant, invite your friends. If you play guitar, play it outside the school cafeteria on a Tuesday afternoon just because you feel like it. If you are good at presentations, volunteer to make the big sales pitch at work. Whatever it is. Don’t be afraid to show off the value that you’ve worked hard to build.
That’s about it. If you follow S = L + (RV x MV), you’ll achieve success!
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