No, sir. A degree does not actually have much to do with success in the field, however, yes, it is always better to have a degree if you want to roll in to any social system. Also, there is no harm in spending time and studying the proper way, unless you have a better way to learn that fast.
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Will Vu - Forex Investors since 2006
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