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Cultural background can influence one's chances of success from "summary" of Malcolm Gladwell's Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell
In Outliers, Malcolm Gladwell explores the role that cultural background plays in determining one's chances of success. He argues that where and when a person is born can have a significant impact on their opportunities for achievement. Gladwell presents numerous examples to support this claim, showing how factors such as family upbringing, community values, and societal expectations can shape an individual's path to success. One of the key points Gladwell makes is that cultural background influences the way people approach challenges and opportunities. For instance, he discusses the idea of "cultural legacies," which are the patterns of behavior and belief that are passed down from generation to generation within a particular community. These legacies can either support or hinder an individual's efforts to succeed, depending on how well they align with the demands of the moder...
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