Not sure if you noticed, but having success is determined by (optimistic estimate): - 25% hard work (required for most people) - 75% luck (where you are born

Not sure if you noticed, but having success is determined by (optimistic estimate): - 25% hard work (required for most people) - 75% luck (where you are born + how you were raised/educated + general luck) It is called life/birth lottery for a reason.