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A degree is better for a worker. But to be successful in your own business you need to devote your time 24/7 to your business and to picture in your head and never question that you will be successful. Rags to riches stories aren't plentiful because it is easy to say "I will be successful!" to actually doing it.
Remember that if you work for someone you will get paid what your boss thinks is the least amount you will take to do his job without quitting.