Pamela Kleibrink Thompson.

Don't be afraid of doing the unusual or the unexpected. By doing the unusual and the unexpected, you will invite change. A Seinfeld episode once had the unlucky George do the opposite of whatever he thought he should do. Instead of flattering his boss, he told him what he thought and was promoted. Instead of fawning over a girl, he ignored her and she seduced him instead. Everything went his way as long as he did the opposite. Try something out of your comfort zone. Be bold and take a chance and do something unusual or unexpected.

When you go to an animation-related event, talk to the other people there. If you see someone at an event wearing a company logo, you can start a conversation by asking them about that company. Be genuinely interested in people and you will be surprised at the opportunities that come your way.

Create the Life You Want
A recent client, Anthony, moved his family from Detroit to Los Angeles, because job prospects in Detroit were dismal. With only $500 in his pocket, he drove a van loaded with all their stuff. His two teenaged children and his wife believe in him and support him in his passion. The day he moved to Los Angeles, he called a friend who was currently working in Las Vegas. Anthony drove to Las Vegas to help his friend at E3. While Anthony was there, his friend called a friend in Los Angeles and asked if he could use another hand. Anthony went back to Los Angeles and started loading gear for another show. Within the week, they noticed how industrious he was and offered him a supervisory position.

Keep at It
There are countless tales of artists who are "discovered." But rarely is someone an overnight sensation. Those who are lucky enough to be discovered are those who are persistent and focused. An artist named Ted, whose birthday is March 2, came up with his first illustrated children's book when he was in his early 30s. Despite 43 submissions and 43 rejections, Ted didn't give up.

Finally, he ran into a college buddy on the street and told his friend what he was trying to do. That friend happened to work for a publisher and helped Ted publish his first children's book. Lucky for us, Ted did not give up and kept at it. Lucky for us, he was not afraid of telling his friend what he was up to, because now the world knows and loves the writing and illustrations of Ted Geisel, alias Dr. Seuss.

The person who is lucky is the person who is focused and persistent, positive and passionate.

Luck is preparing for, recognizing and acting upon opportunity. Will you be ready?

Pamela Kleibrink Thompson is a recruiter, hiring strategist, career coach and speaker, available for personal consultations and speaking engagements. If you are interested in her professional services as a career coach, speaker or recruiter, contact her at PamRecruit@aol.com.