[quote=MeyerLansky]So it's not only about the money.
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Most cases yes but not all.

You need to take bits and pieces from others above.

It’s not black & white ( meaning easy to understand or just a few simple facts fit all situations).

It not one reason ( meaning he comes from a rich or poor family connected or not).

It’s usually who ya know and how the relationship develops.
Other times its the only option for the opportunity for quick cash and become included.

Sometimes its the individual, its an incredible high walking into a score or a target knowing what is going to happen and not knowing what is going to happen.

After doing something like this successfully, the next times are easier and easier and they feel more and more indestructible and stronger. Then its not the money, its the Power and those are the ones who advance quickly and eventually get the big bucks.

But for how long?