Chance Quote by Orison Swett Marden

“Unless you have prepared yourself to profit by your chance, the opportunity will only make you ridiculous. A great occasion is valuable to you just in proportion as you have educated yourself to make use of it.” quote by Orison Swett Marden — Download Open image

“Unless you have prepared yourself to profit by your chance, the opportunity will only make you ridiculous. A great occasion is valuable to you just in proportion as you have educated yourself to make use of it.”

Orison Swett Marden

About This Quote

Source Book: Pushing to Success, 1894

Success depends on preparation; without skill, chance appears foolish.

In simple terms: Prepare to profit from chance.

Key Takeaway

Invest in education before opportunities arise.

Themes

preparation opportunity skill

Mood

determined optimistic

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

career advancement
investment decisions
entrepreneurial ventures
personal development

Key Concepts

self‑improvement strategic planning

Questions to Reflect On

How can you continuously improve readiness?
What skills most enhance chance outcomes?

A Different Perspective

Even prepared, luck can be unpredictable.

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