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EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 17 MIN

Are Successful People Just Lucky? How Much Does Luck Influence Success?

from The $100 MBA Show · host Omar Zenhom

If you’ve been grinding and still feel stuck, it’s hard not to wonder if success is just a rigged game where the “chosen” ones got lucky and everyone else got left behind. And when a viral video tells you your hard work basically doesn’t matter, it hits that sore spot fast. That kind of message can make you question everything you’re doing. In this episode, Omar pushes back on the luck-only narrative and explains why it’s so tempting to believe, especially when you’re tired or frustrated. He breaks down what people usually miss when they call someone “lucky,” and why those so-called lucky breaks often have a lot more going on behind the scenes than anyone wants to admit. It’s the kind of perspective shift that can pull you out of a slump and get you moving again. Want a clearer take on how much luck really matters, and what actually puts you in position when opportunity shows up? Click play at the top of the page and let Omar reframe the whole “successful people are just lucky” argument in a way that might change how you see your own chances. MBA2779 Are Successful People Just Lucky? How Much Does Luck Influence Success? Resource: Diary Of A CEO Is Making You Less Successful - Barry's Economics Recommended episode to explore: 20 Years Of Business Knowledge In 20 Minutes (From A Multi-Millionaire) Watch the episodes on YouTube: https://lm.fm/GgRPPHi SUBSCRIBE YouTube | Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Feed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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If you’ve been grinding and still feel stuck, it’s hard not to wonder if success is just a rigged game where the “chosen” ones got lucky and everyone else got left behind. And when a viral video tells you your hard work basically doesn’t matter, it hits that sore spot fast. That kind of message can make you question everything you’re doing.

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