Completely agree with the article. Gladwell's views have been used to justify the elimination of ability grouping in many schools ("why use IQ when it's just hard work that is necessary"), and have created undue distress for those who lack natural talent and keep pressuring themselves to achieve.

That being said, many gifted underachievers could benefit from more practice and focus. Schools allow them to slide through easily, and they are rarely challenged or pushed to achieve their potential.