This part seemed particularly inaccurate: "Gates demonstrated that the old-school model of an Ivy-league degree, or a pedigreed family, isn't a requirement for

This part seemed particularly inaccurate: "Gates demonstrated that the old-school model of an Ivy-league degree, or a pedigreed family, isn't a requirement for career success." He came from a wealthy and prominent family. However, I think the point is correct, even if Bill Gates isn't the one who proved it. I'm always encouraged when I find out that the founder and owner of a successful company came from a modest background.