Deals Quote by E. B. White
“It can destroy an individual, or it can fulfill him, depending a good deal on luck. No one should come to New York to live unless he is willing to be lucky.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Collected Essays of E. B. White, 1970
Luck plays a decisive role in personal success; without it, ambition alone may not suffice.
In simple terms: Luck matters for success.
Cultivate opportunity and accept risk.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career moves
- entrepreneurship
- immigration
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you create your own luck?
- Can you thrive without relying on chance?
Luck is unpredictable and can be influenced by privilege.