How much time the farmer spends in each of these hats will often determine how much they get paid. An accountant or lawyers gets paid far more than a tractor driver but both types of work need to be done on the farm. We have to realistically assess what needs to be done and then decide the best way to accomplish it. Farmers need to consider what do they enjoy doing, what are they good at doing and how much time do they want to devote to the tasks. Some things will need to be hired and some things will have to be done even if they are unpleasant or not particularly enjoyable.
Farmers have to know their limitations and distinguish the differences between wants and needs.
Finally, there is luck. To some degree luck is something that can t be controlled. However, when someone knows what they have and what they want they are more likely to be in a position to take advantage of opportunities and create their own luck . Some farmers have the mental skill and desire to be private business people. Other farmers enjoy the physical work of farming but not the mental aspects.