| Abstract: |
Success, in a worldly sense or by societal yardstick, is mostly evaluated in
terms of money, status, recognition, fame, promotions, awards, rewards, and
similar criteria. The purpose of this study was to explore the concept of
success as viewed by people who were considered successful in their respective
fields by societal yardstick or in a worldly sense. Further, the study aimed
at exploring what led to their success. Six successful people from varied
fields such as dance, architecture, sports, industry, academics, and medicine
were included in the sample. They were interviewed to explore their concept of
success, background, struggles, and factors that led to their success. The
findings revealed that success was viewed differently by different people.
Whatever their field, these successful people had a few things in common. The
implications of the study were discussed. |