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Why High Achievers Almost Always Plan Contingencies.

Clive Griffiths
Clive Griffiths
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Why High Achievers Almost Always Plan Contingencies
— Aiming for the Best, Preparing for the Worst

Calculated Risk-Taking with Strategic Foresight

What the expert says:




— Nassim Nicholas Taleb, The Black Swan

Top performers recognize that randomness plays a significant role in both success and failure.

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What that means in practice:

⇥ Identify risks, but don’t ignore randomness.
⇥ Plan for contingencies, not just for success.
⇥ Balance bold action with thoughtful foresight.

⇥ Accept randomness, but learn from each result.
⇥ Focus on mitigating losses in case of failure.
⇥ Experiment often but limit high-stake risks.

Balance bold moves with thoughtful risk management.

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Mini-mission:

1. Review a recent success and analyse external factors.
2. Identify where randomness or luck played a role.
3. Plan how to reduce risk in future similar actions.

Manage risk, expect the unexpected!

Why?

↳ Understanding randomness helps refine risk management.
↳ Focusing on controllable outcomes improves decision-making.
↳ Calculated risks push boundaries while minimizing failure.
↳ Balancing boldness and foresight ensures sustainable success.

Be mindful of randomness while maintaining a calculated approach to risk. Ensure you push boundaries without acting recklessly.

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