Gold rush fever doesn’t begin with greed, it begins with a glimmer. In moments of operational stress, a promising automation project, sourcing shift, or cost-cutting idea can feel like rescue. But not every glittering opportunity is a sustainable vein. Courageous leadership requires more than chasing what shines; it demands the discipline to test, align, and mine wisely while balancing ambition with long-term stability.

In Major League, Lou Brown reminds us that a winning streak is simply consecutive wins, nothing mystical. Leaders often fall into the gambler’s fallacy, believing failure is “due” or success will continue automatically. But probability has no memory. Momentum isn’t luck but instead a disciplined execution repeated. Each outcome stands on its own preparation and focus.