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An interesting statistic: individuals with IQ scores between 116 and 130 (roughly the 85th to 95th percentile) can handle a wide range of professional roles, from research analysts to managers, due to their ability to learn and adapt quickly. The very top echelon, with IQs above 145, are rare but capable of excelling in highly complex and demanding fields.
The narrative underscores the importance of not being the "stupidest" in the room but also not the "smartest," as being too far ahead might indicate the need to find a more challenging environment. The concept of "being a big fish in a small pond" is presented as ideal for attaining leadership and influence—having a suitable level of ability where one can still grow and be challenged.