The concept of luck is often misunderstood. It is not simply a matter of chance or random events. Luck is a complex interplay of factors, including our own actions, choices, and even our inherent predispositions. It’s not just about winning the lottery or getting a lucky break; it’s about the cumulative effect of these factors over time.

He suggests that we should not underestimate the power of chance encounters, unexpected opportunities, and serendipitous events. Frank’s research suggests that the role of luck in success is often underestimated. He argues that we tend to attribute our successes to our own efforts, while overlooking the role of chance.

The Sofitel was chosen for its central location, proximity to the conference venue, and its reputation for providing high-quality accommodations. The Congress was to be held in a large, modern conference center, equipped with state-of-the-art technology and facilities. The conference center was chosen for its capacity to accommodate the expected number of delegates, its modern amenities, and its central location.

The INTOSAI helps to strengthen the relationships among the SAIs of different countries by promoting the exchange of ideas and experiences in the sphere of public auditing, accounting, and public finance. Hence, they are responsible for the economic and social conditions of their respective countries and, ultimately, of the whole world. The 11th Congress particularly worked on three basic themes, namely, (1) Training of State Auditors — where training needs and resources were identified, training strategies and development of training techniques were formulated, and the effectiveness of training programs were evaluated; (2) Audit of Social Services — where the audit of hospitals and other health services, the audit of other welfare services, and the audit of national contributions to local levels were tackled and studied; and (3) Audit Methods and Techniques — where audit methods and procedures to attain audit objectives and effective audit techniques were formulated, re-studied, or innovated.

The challenges faced by the ASEAN Summit in the Philippines were multifaceted and complex. The first challenge was the logistical nightmare of hosting such a large-scale event. The Philippines, despite its growing economy, still had limited infrastructure and resources to accommodate the thousands of delegates, officials, and journalists expected to attend. This included challenges with transportation, accommodation, and communication networks.