To Gen X guys and older - do you feel that?

being in a happy marriage coincidentally (or maybe directly) improves a man's chances of rising the career ranks as opposed to staying single?  I've seen this happen in many guy's lives including my own.  I'm a bachelor (I've tried to find my Mrs. over the years but was rejected over and over again; not fun) who definitely has remained stagnant, career-wise (never promoted and am in between jobs now). On the other hand, I know guys I grew up with and/or went to college with, and these married fellows (they seem happy in their photos on social media platforms standing next to their wives) are doing fantastic - they are managers, as well as C-suite professionals who I imagine, are raking in at least 6 figures annually,  own properties, etc...  I am sensing a wife's presence somehow does help motivate a guy to stay ambitious, do the extra work, create bonds with pivotal professionals, etc.. I can't say I know too many high-flying (career-wise) single friends around my age. I also wouldn't say my married friends are way smarter and talented than me. I'd like your feedback whether you are a bachelor like myself or a married peer or older (Baby Boomer, etc..).