Some people think success in life comes from hard work and determination, but others think there are more important factors like money and appearance. Discuss both views and your opinions.

Success is often presented as the reward for effort: work hard, remain determined, and achievement will follow. Yet real life is more complicated. People’s opportunities are also shaped by wealth, appearance, family background, social networks, and luck. In my opinion, hard work and determination are essential for lasting success, but they operate within unequal conditions that society should not ignore.