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Hard work, luck, where you were born, access to health care, food, and clean water are some factors that play into your financial success. Hard work is always good, but it does not guarantee financial payout. If you hear someone tout, “Just work hard and you’ll be OK,” show them this.

Matt Orr

Jun 20, 2014

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