Quick: Think of a successful person. Someone who is really good at what they do.
Now, in a word or phrase, tell me why that person has been so successful. What makes them so good?
Obviously, I can’t hear your answer. But I’d be willing to wager that it had something to do with innate ability.
“He’s so brilliant.”
“She’s a genius.”
“He’s a natural leader.”
These are the kinds of answers people — particularly Americans — tend to give when you ask them why certain individuals have enjoyed so much success.