Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell is a must-read for everyone. From why hockey players are born mostly in January to how Bill Gates got his start. My takeaway? These outliers were presented with rare opportunities, whether they saw the situation as an opportunity at that time or not. They seized the opportunity and it led them to greatness.

“There is a story that is usually told about extremely successful people, a story that focuses on intelligence and ambition. Gladwell argues that the true story of success is very different, and that if we want to understand how some people thrive, we should spend more time look around them – at such things as their family, their birthplace, or even their birth date. And in revealing that hidden logic, Gladwell presents a fascinating and provocative blueprint for making the most of human potential”

Coach Cota

Malcolm Gladwell. Outliers. http://gladwell.com/outliers/