>> if you work 4 hours to live a normal lifestyle, why not work 40 and get on top of the pyramid
The point is that you don't need to get to the top of the pyramid to get what you want. If you list all the things you want (including things like sports cards, travel etc.) the monthly income you need to do this things (e.g. lease the sports car) is less than you think. That monthly income target (+maximising free time to do what you like) should be your goal, not "being a millionaire/being a CEO etc.".
The point is that you don't need to get to the top of the pyramid to get what you want. If you list all the things you want (including things like sports cards, travel etc.) the monthly income you need to do this things (e.g. lease the sports car) is less than you think. That monthly income target (+maximising free time to do what you like) should be your goal, not "being a millionaire/being a CEO etc.".