I don't think that being successful at gambling (for once) can make a person successful in his job or life.
This guy (Smith) regained his confidence by winning money in a casino and this helped him return his motivation and ambitions.
He could've regained his confidence and motivation without playing in a casino, but the casino somewhat helped him in creating a false sense of being fortunate. That was more like a placebo effect. Many people would've failed completely.
The courier business has big potential, even though fuel prices were temporarily high. Companies like FedEx were destined to become big, because that particular niche had huge potential. Consistency in business and not giving up in times of crisis has always been the key to success.
It's a good read and very inspiring. Like what was mentioned in the article, it's not the million dollar that matters but what you can do with it that matters. I agree that money is just a tool and if we use it wisely, it can help us achieve our goals.
I think it's important to have a financial plan and set realistic goals for yourself, but I also think that it's equally important not to define yourself by your wealth. It's easy to get caught up in the material things and lose sight of what really matters: good health, family and friends, and having a positive impact on the world. It's important to keep in mind that money isn't everything, but it sure does help. It's also important not to be a slave to your money and not let it control you. If you're an entrepreneur, then make sure that your business doesn't consume all of your time and energy because this will prevent you from living the life you want.