Despite facing boycotts from Harry Potter fans and even public rebukes from actors who starred in her films, Rowlingβs substantial royalties and intellectual property ownership mean that she is financially secure for life. No matter how much criticism she faces, her books continue to sell, and her wealth is largely unaffected. Similarly, Musk, who has faced public backlash and calls for boycotts of Tesla, remains one of the richest men on the planet. His vast resources mean that even if one of his ventures falters, or his investment in Twitter tanks, he can weather the financial storm without significant personal impact.