I only like some rules.
I can see two possibilities here. (1) You don't understand the distinction between having a big ego and being annoying. In this case I don't know what to say, except: thinking you're great doesn't necessitate telling…
Sorry if that was opaque, but I'm trying to point out that you don't have to be obnoxious to be driven.
'It's arrogant beyond belief but it also makes me think "fuck yeah".' Well put. I agree that the version of the story in which Wolfram quietly notices that he doesn't know facts, retreats to his room, and tries to learn…
Thank you for your contribution. Is it really impossible that a genetic difference accounts for some of a person's willingness and/or ability to devote the huge amount of effort that's required to become a 'genius' in…
edw519: you nailed it! I now understand why my auto mechanic disdains my mathematics degree.
I only like some rules.
I can see two possibilities here. (1) You don't understand the distinction between having a big ego and being annoying. In this case I don't know what to say, except: thinking you're great doesn't necessitate telling…
Sorry if that was opaque, but I'm trying to point out that you don't have to be obnoxious to be driven.
'It's arrogant beyond belief but it also makes me think "fuck yeah".' Well put. I agree that the version of the story in which Wolfram quietly notices that he doesn't know facts, retreats to his room, and tries to learn…
Thank you for your contribution. Is it really impossible that a genetic difference accounts for some of a person's willingness and/or ability to devote the huge amount of effort that's required to become a 'genius' in…
edw519: you nailed it! I now understand why my auto mechanic disdains my mathematics degree.