Originally Posted by SouthLake
On the other hand , I think that just underscores that IQ is not destiny and there are so many other ingredients that go into being successful, academic and otherwise.

Can't agree more. High IQ helps, but it's one of many factors that make one successful. My DS asked me a few times about his IQ scores when he was little. He doesn't ask anymore, I think it's partly because my family de-emphasizes talent and we are always about effort and efficiency. But when he asked, my answer was always that his IQ is high enough, whether or not he can reach his goals in life depends on other factors. :-)