Innate Characteristics and Acquired Qualities

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Innate Characteristics and Acquired Qualities What makes someone successful? Is it their innate characteristics or their acquired qualities? In psychology, the term 'acquired' refers to something that has been learned through experience. For example, a person who learns to play piano would say they've developed their skills over time. On the other hand, an individual's innate traits (such as intelligence) cannot be changed. Learn more: https://blog.hirenest.com/differences-between-innate-characteristics-and-acquired-qualities/ The answer depends on whether you believe in the concept of personality traits. If you do, then you'll agree that some people possess certain traits from birth. These include things such as being extroverted, conscientious, open minded, etc.

However, if you don't believe in personality traits, then you'd probably argue that success comes down to luck, timing, and circumstance. One study found that people who were born into wealthy families had higher IQ scores than those who weren't. Another study found that kids whose parents went to college were more


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