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Isn't the rage against this guy the same as those against MBA's. People feel being good at one thing means good at everything else Eg: All programmers are supposed to be rich and good at money games. And if they are bad at something they must be bad at every thing Eg: An MBA who is bad at some aspects of work, now as assumed should never be paid well.

This guy might be no hacker, but is darn good at marketing. Just have a look at the way he has sold himself. Even if all he has done is written plagiarized books and taught novelty windows tricks.

This actually speaks volumes about how thins workout in the real world. All sweat and blood aside. Selling your self, blowing your own trumpet and learning to play the money game is crucial if you want to be rich.

Merely a cubicle slave 16 hour work day nerd hacker is not going to be rich or successful. Because hard work is one of the many qualifications needed to be successful.



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