Introduction
In this blog, you will find answers to all these questions, and we will provide every piece of information related to success. Additionally, we will discuss what success truly means, when we are considered successful, the ways to achieve success, and why every wealthy person is not necessarily successful. Why is it that not every topper or intelligent individual becomes successful? How can even a poor person achieve success?
Some Questions
1.What is success?
2.Is being rich the only way to be successful?
3.Is someone successful if they fulfill their dreams?
4.Can we be successful by studying at a big institute?
5.Do we need a good background to be successful?
6.Do we need to be excellent in studies to be successful?
7.Do we need to be a good communicator to be successful?
Before understanding Success, we must understand four words: GOAL, AIM, DREAM, and VISION
GOAL
Definition: A goal is a specific target that is measurable, time-bound, and achievable. It is broken down into small milestones or steps to reach an aim.
Nature: Goals are focused and action-oriented, providing a clear roadmap.
Clarity: A goal is clearly defined, with clear answers to “when, what, and how.
Example: I want to complete a web development project within six months by learning the necessary skills.
AIM
Definition: An aim is a general intention or direction that you want to achieve. It is often broad and long-term.
Nature: An aim typically defines the overall purpose or desired outcome. It lacks specifics.
Clarity: An aim is often vague or unclear and remains without details.
Example: I want a successful career.
DREAM
A word that you must have often heard from people, like someone’s dream is to become rich. But if you ask them how rich they want to be, they don’t give a clear answer and say they want to be very rich. In simple language, we can say that without any strong reason or knowledge about what one wants to become, this kind of thinking is called a dream.
Definition: A dream is an aspiration, desire, or wish that we think about or visualize. It is often vague and lacks a specific plan.
Nature: A dream is often imaginative and carries emotional attachment.
Action: It is easy to just dream, but if no action is taken towards it, it remains just a fantasy.
Example: One day, I will become a billionaire.
VISION
Definition: Vision is a clear, well-defined goal that needs to be achieved in the future. It has a structured plan that guides it towards becoming a reality.
Nature: Vision is focused and action-oriented. It is realistic and comes with a strategy.
Action: Achieving the vision requires determination and hard work. It transforms dreams into goals and plans.
Example: I want to set up my business in 10 years, and for that, I need to conduct market research, financial planning, and accumulate resources.
This is the most powerful thing. Vision is filled with a strong reason, motive, and complete information. A vision is not achieved, it is lived.
SUCCESS
To achieve success, one needs goals, aims, and all kinds of help. But the truly successful person is the one who conquers their vision, not just fulfills it. That’s why many rich people are not successful, while many poor people are. Let me explain with an example:
Why many rich people are not successful: Every rich person has a vision to find peace, for their family to listen to them, for everyone in the house to be happy, and for there to be no financial problems. But does this ever happen? The answer is no. Because a rich person never finds peace, they are always chasing after money. That’s why not every rich person is successful.
On the other hand, some poor people are successful: The vision of the poor is simple — to have their family stay with them and to earn an honest living. They don’t have any other big expectations. They want to live a happy and peaceful life with their family. Many poor people achieve this vision because their family stays with them and their basic needs are fulfilled.
Real Life Example Of Successful People
APJ Abdul Kalam
Dream/Goal: APJ Abdul Kalam’s dream was to join the army and become a soldier. His goal was to pass the NDA entrance exam.
Vision: His vision was to serve the nation and develop advanced missile technology to make India self-reliant.
Success: APJ Abdul Kalam’s success came from his vision. Even though he failed the NDA exam, he focused on his vision and took India’s missile program to new heights as a scientist. Through his vision, he made invaluable contributions to the country’s defense and development, earning the title “Missile Man of India.”
Steve Jobs
Dream/Goal: Steve Jobs’ initial goal was to become a successful businessman and make Apple a profitable company.
Vision: His vision was to transform technology into products that would change people’s lives, such as the iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
Success: Steve Jobs’ success was driven by his vision of blending technology with creativity to enhance people’s daily experiences. This vision made him an icon of innovation.
Elon Musk
Dream/Goal: Elon Musk’s initial goal was to build successful companies and make money, as seen with his initial success from selling PayPal.
Vision: His vision was to make humanity multi-planetary and promote the use of sustainable energy.
Success: Musk’s true success lies in his vision, which he demonstrated through SpaceX and Tesla projects. His vision is to change the way the world thinks and prepare for the future.
Mahatma Gandhi
Dream/Goal: Mahatma Gandhi’s dream was to become a successful barrister, and he studied law in England to achieve this goal.
Vision: His vision was to free India from British rule and unite people through non-violence (ahimsa).
Success: Gandhi’s success came from his vision, where he showed the power of non-violence and satyagraha, bringing peace to the world.
Walt Disney
Dream/Goal: Walt Disney’s goal was to become a famous artist and animator. He tried to make a name for himself in the entertainment industry through his initial projects.
Vision: His vision was to create a place where people could enter the world of dreams—Disneyland.
Success: Disney’s success came from his vision, where he created movies and theme parks that opened new realms of imagination for people.
Nelson Mandela
Dream/Goal: Mandela’s initial goal was to succeed in his law career and become a legal practitioner.
Vision: His vision was to free South Africa from racial segregation (apartheid) and create a society based on equality.
Success: His success came from his vision, as despite spending 27 years in prison, he united his country and turned it into a democratic nation.
These are all real-life examples that show that having Dreams, Aims, and Goals is not as important as having a Vision, which is the most important thing for achieving Success.
To achieve success, start by defining a clear vision for yourself and turn it into reality through focused goals and determined aims