No one becomes rich by not trying, and quietly accepting their lot in life.

Not everyone who tries to get rich, will get rich. In fact, most won't. That is true.

That doesn't mean that trying is foolish. Quite the contrary; it is the basis of free market capitalism. When everyone tries, our collective choices in the marketplace can select for the best ideas, most organized managers, most inspiring leaders.

If no one tries, we're stuck with whoever is on top now, staying on top. That's not a recipe for improvement in a changing world.