How People Find Success

By: jwilder, 7/2/2025

There are many ways people discover success. Some discover it fully; some partially. Some find it early; some later. Success is difficult to grasp because each version is unique.

In general, there are some common ways people discover success. I believe it is good to understand how others find success.

Success is Modeled. Success is mindset, practices, and values plus personality, gifts and experiences. If you were raised with this understanding you are fortunate. The keys to success were given to you. You still have to take the keys and do the work.

Success is Stumbled Upon. Some people meet someone who understands success and is willing and capable to help. These are mentors. These people will change the trajectory of your life in amazing ways.

Success is Hacked. Some people are goal and action oriented. They just keep pushing and doing. They make a lot of mistakes but they keep taking action. They eventually find their success. However, beware, they may not understand the nature of success. They only understand their success.

Success is Sought Out. Some people know part of success but are experiencing failure. They realize there is something missing. So they pause their work and seek answers. They mostly turn to books and teachers who seem to have answers. But none of them have your key.

The ways of success are living and abundantly documented, but there are many versions, bad and good. Each person's success is their own. It cannot be copied, transmitted, or taught.

So then, how does one become successful?

The secret to success is to understand The Nature of Success and create a version of success that works for you.

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James Wilder

I write about success principles and practices that help you take action and live your dreams!