To be a winner in life, one must be aware of the rules of the game and have a plan and proper strategy. This holds true for a whole range of situations as trivial as loosing weight, or getting a new job, and on more serious note, trying to adjust in a new relationship or just finding inner peace and tranquillity.

There are certain success mantras which are common to these successful people and they are:

-Make a strategy
Successful people have a clearly thought out and consistent strategy to tackle any kind of problem or situation. One should always know what one needs and when they need? It is often helpful to write it down so that you can stay on the chosen course and do not end up with an alternative that can take you away from your goal.

-Have a vision
It is important to have a vision as it is this which keeps one motivated and sufficiently charged to get what one wants. The champions get what they want as they know what they want. They see it, feel it, and experience and rehearse it in their minds and hearts. One should be very clear as to what success means to you. Unless you know what it feels like or look like, you will not get there.

-Be passionate about your goals
People having that burning desire and passion can do anything to fulfil their desires. People with passion are always energised about what they are doing. One has to enjoy both the journey as well as the end goal.

-Be truthful
People with consistent success have no excuses, no denials, fantasy or fiction. They indulge in constructive self criticism rather than self deluding and finding reasons and excuses for their failures. It is important to remain truthful to yourself as one has to realise that nothing else will make their vision achievable.

-Get in to action
Successful people don’t just sit and think, they spring in to action which is meaningful, consistent, and purposeful and in the positive direction. Remember every step taken in the right direction at the right time, will take you nearer to your goal.

-Prioritise
Though it is an era of multi-tasking, it is important to prioritise your task as it will help you in time management with minimum stress and without any compromise on your other social engagements such as family time and other commitments.

-Be a risk taker
Come out of your comfort zone and challenge yourself with something new. Be ready to step into unknown. You might be in for a surprise and discover those hidden and hitherto unknown talents that you possess.

-Be Flexible
In spite of taking all the right decisions and best approach, sometimes things do not turn out according to your desires and wishes. Be willing to face the failure and to start all over again.

-Create a nucleus
Try to be in the company of people who have similar zest for success or the ones who want you to succeed. With the first group, you can take tips and exchange notes on how to go about achieving your goal. The people who want to see you succeed could be your family and friends, try to bond with them as they are the ones who will continuously encourage you and motivate you to achieve your goal. Surround yourself with them as it is important to have somebody to share your success at the end of the journey.

-Be healthy both physically and mentally
Try to be healthy as hard work is the key to success. One should be mentally, emotionally and spiritually strong to face the obstacles arising in the arduous journey to the success.