[quote=briansd1]I agree on the point luck. Being born in the right family and environment are the most important factor.

People love the self-made myth because it gives them relevance. Psychologically, it’s more impressive than simple luck. And since “successful” people have more power that narrative becomes dominant.

I’ve ordered the book. We should have on online Piggington book club.[/quote]

Let’s not forget luck is also involved in being born with half a brain as opposed to being born a moron.