Nothing trumps hard work

The speaker emphasizes the importance of hard work over knowledge and experience. Sharing a personal story of growing up in a poor family, they highlight how working diligently from a young age led to success. The speaker argues that in both the past and modern world, hard work is crucial and often preferred by employers. The key takeaway is that to succeed, one must work harder than others, regardless of their intelligence or experience.

According to the speaker, what is more valuable than knowledge and experience?

• Connections

• Luck

• Hard work

• Wealth

What did the speaker do during weekends and daylight hours?

• Traveled the world

• Worked various jobs

• Attended parties

• Played video games

What lesson did the speaker learn from working hard?

• Knowledge is the ultimate power

• Hard work is less important than intelligence

• Experience is the key to success

• Hard work can make you preferred by the boss

In the speaker's view, what is essential in both the old and modern world?

• Being a slacker

• Working hard

• Having a degree

• Networking

What does the speaker suggest people need to understand?

• The importance of leisure

• The necessity of hard work

• The power of silence

• The value of shortcuts