There are three conditions for a child from a humble background to achieve greatness:

1. The child must be intelligent.

This is a non-negotiable factor. A child from a humble background who isn't intelligent won't make it out.

2. The environment around them must be good.

If they have bad company—friends or classmates who smoke, drink, or fight—they'll eventually be ruined.

3. Their parents must not interfere or guide them, giving them complete freedom.

An intelligent child whose parents are mediocre and still interfere will likely not succeed.

If there's one more thing, it's that they should study STEM and pursue research in physics, mathematics, or computer science...