Ep.72 - Is it just Dumb Luck? (or how to cultivate moments of Serendipity)

In this short-ish Inbetweener episode, The Occupational Philosophers dive into and muse on the idea of Serendipity. Between them they explore:  Actually, what is Serendipity? (you will have to listen)  Why dumb luck isn't a thing - despite that person always getting a job they don't deserve or are qualified for  The danger of trying to manifest middle-class moments Why it's essential to be open to the world around us - as chance encounters are everywhere  How our biases rationalise chance encounters to pretend they didn't happen  Why curiosity is at the heart of moments of serendipity  How being a super explorer can create moments of serendipity  How the discovery of Penicillin is considered a triumph of serendipity  The power of a watermelon, an earbud and a jelly bean in the right hands And finally, how the unlucky butcher can be a metaphor for us all  The Occupational Philosophers hope you enjoy the show!  Links: The Serendipity Mindset: The art and science of good luck    FYI: The Inbetweeners episodes are just that - smaller episodes 'in between' the longer format episodes designed to give a little kickstart to enable you to be the most curious, creative and imaginative cat you can be - and have some fun in the process.   Take the Innovation Scorecard!    https://empoweringinnovation.scoreapp.com/  Take the creativity & innovation to the next level Answer 25 questions and we’ll send you a personalised report to benchmark the  level of creativity and innovation in your organisation It just takes a few minutes takes just a few minutes It’s completely free Receive customised results instantly It takes just few minutes to complete Say Hello www.occupationalphilosophers.com   Their day jobs JOHN: https://www.bowlandconsulting.com/ SIMON: www.simonbanks.com.au SIMON SHOWREEL: https://youtu.be/YZQdJI6qGvg