You don't have to be good at everything, you just need to double down on what you're naturally suited for. - James Clear

Someone will start with more money than you. Someone will get into a better school. Someone will inherit connections you need to build from scratch. Someone will get picked before you. In other words, you'll have no problem finding people with a head start.

That's not the point.

The point is: when you get your opportunity, you make the most of it.

Many people wish they started sooner. Almost nobody wishes they started later.

What are my top risks? How can I mitigate them?

What are my unique strengths? How can I leverage them?

The objective is to survive long enough to see the rewards of your advantage accumulate.