No matter how old you are or where you live, or what set of your background is, it’s most likely to your ultimate goals in life are to be always happy and successful.

Having said that, there are some important key formulas that we all should carefully consider at a time when we are moving ahead for success in life. Most importantly, clear vision along with well-planned action will undoubtedly one step forward to success. 

Before you can achieve success, you will have to define what success means to you. It may take years to realize what you want to do with your life, identifying your passions, interests, and values will help you set goals and give your life meaning. Therefore, first and foremost, you should identify your passions. 

Second, make a list of your goals and of what you are willing to do to achieve them. Make sure you make both short-term and long-term goals. For this, you should follow SMART goals, ie specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bounding. Third, live purposely in order to achieve your dreams and be the person you want to be. You will have to start by paying attention to your own actions. Ask yourself, "Will my work lead me to where I want to be in life?” This sort of question will help you a lot rather than jumping into one dream from another. 

Fourth, planning is not sufficient. Keeping your words is also important. For instance, if you tell someone you will do something, do it immediately. Similarly, don't tell anyone you will do something if you are not sure you can. Be honest with yourself. Because these wrong attitudes may make you guilty instead of happy. 

Fifth, education gives you the knowledge, skills, and credibility to achieve your maximum potential in life. In terms of financial success, statistics show that the more education you have, the more money you are likely to earn in the future. After all, money matters when it comes to fulfilling our basic needs. Sixth, surround yourself with positive people, make friends with people who admire you and are successful. 

Seventh, if you are constantly living in the past or daydreaming about the future, then you are missing out on the present moment. Who knows exactly when life will take a turn and make you successful?