Then as time has gone on, I keep thinking about why I haven't been more successful in life etc. I know that giftedness does not equal success, but I can't help thinking that I have wasted a great opportunity.
I think personality has as much of an impact (if not bigger) on one's so-called success.
Perservance, ability to step outside the comfort zone, being flexible, being able to see the big picture, etc are just as important to climb the corporate ladder than being gifted.
Also, a lot of people enjoy the work/life balance of not being on the top.
