I never meant to imply the guy wasn't driven and had serious business skils...that much is beyond obvious.
Just his ability to cold call so many people and secure a $40k angel investment over the phone shows he is miles above most when it comes to dedication and drive.
My point was..even with all that, it's still a total crapshoot to strike 9-digit gold.
Certainly true. Also worth remembering that only a small fraction of those 9 digits made it into his pocket. Most of it went to his investors (I know John IRL).
Just his ability to cold call so many people and secure a $40k angel investment over the phone shows he is miles above most when it comes to dedication and drive.
My point was..even with all that, it's still a total crapshoot to strike 9-digit gold.