Rakesh was an ordinary young man—not exceptionally bright in studies, nor particularly weak. But when it came to luck, he always considered himself unfortunate. He often said, “My luck must have gone on vacation.”
One day, out of the blue, he received a call for an interview at a big company. Rakesh was stunned because he barely even remembered applying. He thought to himself, “Maybe this is one of those lucky breaks people talk about.”
On the day of the interview, he wore his old shoes, combed his hair neatly, and reached the company office. Inside the room sat three senior officials. Nervously, Rakesh greeted them.
The first question was, “What can you do for our company?”
After thinking for a moment, Rakesh replied, “Sir, I can work honestly. I don’t talk much, but I prefer doing my work sincerely.”
The second question followed, “What if you are given a difficult task?”
Rakesh answered, “Sir, I will first try to understand it properly and then gradually find a solution.”
The third question made him slightly anxious. “If you get this job, what will you do first?”
Rakesh smiled and said, “Sir, I will buy sweets for my mother.”
The officials were impressed by his simplicity and sincerity.
Two days later, he received the job offer letter. Rakesh jumped with joy and exclaimed, “This truly is a lucky break!”
During his first month, Rakesh worked hard. He stayed late in the office to learn new things. Gradually, people began to appreciate his honesty and dedication.
One day, his manager said, “Rakesh, you have learned a lot in a short time.”
Rakesh smiled and replied, “Sir, luck walks alongside hard work.”
A few months later, he even received a promotion. When he returned home, he said, “Sometimes luck quietly knocks on the door—we just need to recognize it.”
And he realized that perhaps it was true—when hard work and simplicity go hand in hand, even unexpected fortune finds its way.
RAJEEV VERMA 