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During this period, Frank began to develop the skills that would eventually turn him into a highly skilled white-collar criminal. Observing businessmen in New York’s upscale establishments contributed to his development of charm and style. This early exposure laid the groundwork for his future cons, shaping him into a young mastermind of deception. At 16, feeling suffocated by his family life, Abagnale made a drastic decision—he dropped out of high school, left home without notice, and traveled to New York City with just $200 to his name.