Let us look at the so-called successful.
I believe many of those who are considered successful share a common trait.
Most of them, during high school, were absorbed in club activities or doing things typical of students. It seems that only in the latter half of university did they finally discover something they could be passionate about.
At first glance, this may appear to be a detour on the path to success — but perhaps, it is the most reliable one.
They build their basic academic skills, engage in pure and spirited discussions, and remain humble. And maybe, just maybe, it is only in those student years — before being intoxicated by a distorted sense of superiority — that one can truly learn these things.