Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders (ETL) Tina Seelig (Stanford University) - Catching the Winds of Luck
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Oct 15, 2025 
Tina Seelig, an educator and bestselling author at Stanford University, shares insights on creating luck and leveraging opportunities. She introduces the sailboat metaphor, illustrating how to navigate life's winds of fortune. Seelig emphasizes the importance of knowing your core values and storytelling in forging your identity. Her practical advice includes embracing experimentation, learning from failures, and the value of mentorship. With engaging anecdotes, she encourages listeners to view luck as a long-term game, underscoring the power of compassion and support.
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Spy Accusation At A Conference
- Tina accepted a CEO's request to pose as a Stanford visitor and was accused of being a spy at a competitor's conference.
- The episode taught her she had not defined values or boundaries before acting.
Your Story Determines Scale
- The stories you tell about yourself shape the size of opportunities you pursue.
- External messages and single affirmations can reframe your identity and open new paths.
Know And Stretch Your Risk Profile
- Map your personal risk profile across social, emotional, intellectual, physical and financial domains.
- Stretch deliberately outside your comfort zone while removing avoidable risk through preparation.
