It's not a 'myth' because nobody ever said hard work was sufficient to get anything. Rather it's usually 'necessary' and a pretty good qualifier in most ways.

It's not a 'myth' because nobody ever said hard work was sufficient to get anything. Rather it's usually 'necessary' and a pretty good qualifier in most ways. Finally, who on earth said 'the top' was an aspiration for most people? Or even noble? If you 'work hard' consistently, you'll probably be 'ok' and if you apply a little big of grit and consistency, you'll do 'alright'. The 'apex' is whole other thing entirely.