Luck Quote by Priscilla Chan
“Luck is not scalable. Luck is not a national strategy.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Global Development Forum, 2018
Luck cannot be replicated or relied upon as a strategy; systematic approaches are needed for equitable progress.
In simple terms: Luck isn’t repeatable; need systematic solutions.
Build scalable, fair systems.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government planning
- non‑profit strategy
- education reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we design systems that reduce reliance on luck?
- What safeguards ensure fairness without depending on luck?
It may downplay the role of chance in success.