07-04-2009, 06:47 AM
Dennis Ruhl Wrote:I've always wondered whether the best and brightest who go on to college woudn't have excelled regardless of education. Social skills and the perception of looking competent are probably as important as actual education.
The average education of most of the millionaires I've known ranges from 8 to 12 years. They acquired a basic skill, found a niche, worked very hard, and caught a few breaks.
Education will always be a must in the professions but I don't think it means much in the real world.
People I have met who have made their own fortunes also tended to live comfortably but not extravagantly. They leave that to their heirs to do while pissing away the inheritance.