Everyone aspires to thrive no matter what their circle of influence maybe. Who doesn't want to be successful? However, why is it that only a few become stars? Think about it!

The definition of success varies with people. Some would want to have millions of rupees in their bank account, while some would be content with just earning enough to meet their expenses. It is essential though that we understand where we want to go in life. Simply put, it is about realising one's goals in life. Setting goals allows you to develop a better understanding of life.

One would then ask, "What do I do when I have set my goal?" Setting goals isn't it; day-dreamers set hundreds of goals they never achieve. Once you know what your aims are in life, you should develop an action plan. It is a conscious endeavour to achieve one's goals. Plan your actions about what you can do today in order to get to your destination. Dreams cannot be realised overnight. Break them down to what you have to do today, tomorrow, one year down the line to ten years in the future.

Break! Red light! Somewhere down the line people will tell you that you're being silly. Or you will feel that everything is really absurd. What then? Do you give up? No. You inculcate strength of spirit. Develop the attitude. Think! Wouldn't Bill Gates have had times where they said that he was silly? Pick-up any successful person's biography and you will find the turmoil they went through.

Fear and apathy can spread through your life like wild fire. However, it is about controlling your emotions and moving on. It will be tough but that is where dedication comes in.

But again, if you only have a hammer in your toolbox you will have no choice but to use it for every situation-and botch-up. Once you have developed your goals, action plans and inculcated a positive attitude, you have to set out to acquire the skills, tools and knowledge to capture success. The sources are the web, books, and the experiences of others.