The two paths to success
To the greatest extent possible, do whatever is most fun, interesting, and personally rewarding (and not evil). External constraints, such as the need to go to school or make money are simply obstacles to be hacked. Be skeptical of external authorities, as they are often manipulating you for their own benefit, or for the benefit of the institutions they represent (often unknowingly, as they were already captured by the same systems which are attempted to ensnare you).
more on paulbuchheit.blogspot.com
Interesting article on external vs. internal motivation from the Googler who invented “Don't be evil” motto. However, that it's easy to abuse his argument to ignore schooling completely. Though Buchheit discards school as merely an “obstacle”, he still to got to the top 10% of his class. Not everybody is as smart as he is and can afford equally flamboyant attitude.
