In this episode of The Happy Accidents Podcast, I'm thrilled to welcome Lucas Bean, the visionary CEO of Social Proof.

Lucas leads an AI-powered creator marketing technology company that seamlessly connects brands with creators and influencers, crafting compelling stories, marketing campaigns, and content that deliver real results.

With a wealth of entrepreneurial experience, Lucas is a seasoned tech executive who ranks among the top three globally in user acquisition and retention.

Join me as we dive into the Happy Accidents that have shaped Lucas's remarkable journey.

From his serendipitous entry into the digital marketing world during the early days of MySpace and Facebook, to chance encounters with influential figures who have significantly impacted his career, Lucas's story is a testament to the power of fortuitous timing and unexpected opportunities.

We’ll also explore how an accidental venture led him to build a thriving events business!

Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with insights and anecdotes that highlight the unpredictable and rewarding nature of the entrepreneurial path.

Connect with Lucas:

Website: https://lucasbean.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucasbean/

X: https://x.com/Luke360

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luke360/

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Until next time, stay lucky my friends.

In this episode of The Happy Accidents Podcast I take a deep dive into the 4 types of luck as outlined in Dr. James Austin's book 'Chase, Chance, and Creativity: The Lucky Art of Novelty'.

Dr. James Austin is a distinguished neurologist and professor known for his insightful work on the intersection of neuroscience and creativity.

In his 1978 book, he outlines 4 types of luck.

Type 1 - Blind Luck

Type 2 - Skilled Luck

Type 3 - Systemic Luck

Type 4 - Psychic Luck

In this episode I examine each of the 4 types of luck, examples of each, and the lessons we can learn and apply to our own lives.

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https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccidentalSolopreneur?sub_confirmation=1

Or see what else I'm up to at:

www.dennisgeelen.me

Until next time, stay lucky my friends.

Does it ever seem like some people are just luckier than others?

If you were to be on the outside looking in on the life of John Knotts, that's exactly what you might think.

How did he get so lucky all the time?

But was it really random?

Was it dumb luck?

Or has he found a recipe for manufacturing great opportunities?

In this episode, I chat with John about his view on luck and how you can design your own good luck to create more opportunities for yourself.

John shares some personal stories from his journey and what he has discovered with it comes to manufacturing luck.

Here's the link to the LinkedIn post we discuss in this episode: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/successincubator_business-success-incubator-activity-7188145315164631040-qOuI

Connect with John directly here:

Website - https://www.crossctr.com

LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/successincubator/

Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/johnrknotts

You can also enjoy The Happy Accidents Podcast YouTube here:

https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccidentalSolopreneur?sub_confirmation=1

Until next time, stay lucky my friends