Self-management and success Success is not easily achieved for most of us. In fact, most people struggle throughout their lives to become successful. Many people do things out of desperation, and this is certainly the wrong way to succeed. In fact, there are many examples of not being successful everywhere around us. As athletes struggle to succeed, they are increasingly taking drugs and other performance-enhancing drugs. As for politicians, they are often investigated for illegal behavior, such as sex scandals or accepting illegal donations. Currently, a very large number of executives are accused of fraud. All these heinous acts have been committed for the purpose of success, and most surprising is that some people have "achieved" them. They still want more.