An ounce of luck is better than a pound of wisdom

Proverbial Meaning: Often being lucky is all you need to succeed.

Literal Origins: An ounce is far lighter in weight than a pound, so being lucky is more fortuitous than being wise.

Common Usage: This is a lesser-known proverb but can easily be applied today as any time in history, probably more so with the advent of instant pop stars and TV personalities. Nevertheless, the proverb tells us that many of life’s successes and achievements are products of luck rather than wise thinking.