Yes it was thin, but it was pitched at college kids who may not have heard it before. Many of us got way past college before we read any of this stuff, regrettably.
I find it sad commentary on the state of our educational system that this might be news to the average student at Duke.
Most people know about the "work hard" part, but they try it within the system as employees. They somehow trust the system to reward them, if only they work hard enough. I think that is a part where education is still necessary, because I don't think the system really works for you.
It may be thin, but it's inspirational, and that can go a long way when you're starting something from scratch.
This post inspired me years ago when I was starting my own company and I still think about it today.
Thanks Marshall!
etc includes: pander to the young college crowd that's playing a ton of video games.