Because our job is such a big part of our self image, a career set-back can make us lose perspective. If you become unemployed, don't see yourself as a failure, but rather as having options and an opportunity to pursue a new direction. Believe in yourself, but trust in God . Too often people discount their accomplishments and focus on what they haven't been able to do. Making money in itself is not success, but rather a by-product of success.
Most successful people use the technique of visual- isation to foresee ideal outcomes.
As a man thinketh so is he. Success or failure is not a matter of luck. All successful people have true grit and stickability, as well as natural ability. The winner is often the person who gets up one more time than they are knocked down. You will hit attitudes in others who say 'you can't do it'.