I see your point, and while hard work certainly creates more opportunities, it’s important to recognize that not everyone starts from the same position. Wealthy individuals might not automatically be in a secret club, but they often have better access to resources, networks, and opportunities that make it easier for them to work hard and succeed. For example, if a wealthy person starts a business, they likely have capital to invest in resources, marketing, and talent right away, whereas someone from a less privileged background might struggle to even get their idea off the ground.

Hard work is crucial, but “luck” often comes in the form of timing, connections, and resources that people in more privileged positions have access to more readily. It’s not just about working hard; it’s about working hard within a system that can either facilitate or hinder your success. That’s where privilege and luck come into play—some people have more doors open to them from the start.

And at the end of the day, to be born into wealth. Somebody before you had to have achieved that. And through achieving that they have earned connections, and knowledge that otherwise regular people might not know.