Comments on: Rich guys and what they taught me – The Wool Guy

By: charlesreid

charlesreid — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:27:30 +0000

Does the education system really teach you how to problem solve? No, you should say “become followers”. This so called education uses an old out-dated system that worked it the past. Humanity could be so much further ahead if we taught “common-sense” instead of just following a system. Yes, I do believe if you have determination, passion and drive you can do anything. But why is humanity losing its common-sense? We rely on the large majority of people to do the grunt work “following”, if we didn’t have them the system would crumble. We have the technology to put all these followers out of a job. The education system needs a radical change. How do you get the followers to demand change when they may lose their jobs? They won’t. Will governments, business tycoons and terrorists give up their money? No. Money is a weird creation by man, do we need it? We should be focusing more on common-sense, how to get up to date information, being self-sustaining, fostering self-confidence and encouraging new ideas.

By: charlesreid

charlesreid — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:27:30 +0000

By: didic

didic — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 14:09:29 +0000

Gary van Ner Chuk is an extremely irritating presence in the world of wine. His presentations are childish and unprofessional at best. Arrogant, boorish and just plain ridiculous, his knowledge of wine is questionable beyond a middling level as is his palate. He may be financially successful but that is because he is a good carnival barker. Many frauds throughout history have made piles of money. He's just another in a long line. You used a poor example in your blog and for someone who enjoys education as you do, your spelling is atrocious.

By: AlisonB

AlisonB — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:11:19 +0000

There are a whole bunch of things that will help you “succeed” in life (and I put “succeed” in inverted commas, because whose to say that the only “success” in life is building a multi-million $ business?).

If you come from a dysfunctional or abusive family, you're further back from the starting line than someone who comes from a loving and supportive family. Education gives you an advantage over those who do not have an education. That said, not all education is created equal – a good degree from a good university is worth far more than a degree in a mickey mouse subject from a tumbleweed institution that took six years to get. If you enjoy good physical and mental health, you're ahead of the game already. If you come from a particular class background or social milieu where “success” is expected, it's easier to “succeed” than if you come from one where no-one “succeeds” and your “success” automatically puts you apart from your family and your peers. And so on. A motivational American dream ideal that all you need is drive and determination is a tiny part of the story. That's where you start – it's not the be-all and end-all.

By: Lee Imperial

Lee Imperial — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:22:37 +0000

Myself is a good example of this article, I didn't had any degree or study in college but I landed on my dream job, now I am working in an airline company without any college degree. All I needed was my passion to get this job and determination.
Great article so motivational and striking to those who want to pursue their dreams.

By: ToddSmithPhoto

ToddSmithPhoto — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:47:13 +0000

I agree. Education can teach you problem solving. It it great for learning research skills. But it also teaches you to get directions from a teacher. It doesn't always give you the confidence to find your own way, to listen to your own heart and to develop a life of integrity based on that.

By: Harsha M V

Harsha M V — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:13:53 +0000

i totally agree. i gave 2 jobs i had got. i have a low score from college. but i think i have a lot of passion n determination in what i do. hope to turn around things. thanx for the post. it has inspired me further. Thankfully my father is also very supportive too.

By: Stephen Baugh

Stephen Baugh — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:14:16 +0000

I should say this guy, was an awesome guy, with such an inspiring story. In fairness to him, the details are a little sketchy so I may not be telling his story perfectly, but the substance and his success is certainly real.

So my thanks goes to him for reminding me of how important it is to treasure and develop peoples confidence ahead of everything else.