The concept “success” may 1 quite different things to different people. If you want to succeed in life, you must first 2 success specifically. The following are some key factors that may influence your definition: First, success is subject 3 individual interpretation(解释) based on family background, education, past experiences, role models, and personal motivations. For some it might be to own a large house, while for others it might be a(n) 4 in the government; for some it might be to become the CEO of a company, while for others it might be a life of 5 stress and more free time. Second, your view of success will 6 at various times throughout your life. For example, 7 is thought to be successful in college or on your first job is very different from successfully raising a family or comfortably 8 from work at full salary. Your definition of success will continue to change, so don't make the error of pursuing an outdated version of it. Third, when you achieve success, it is sometimes measurable(可测量的) and sometimes not. Acquiring a certain amount of wealth is one measure, 9 a successful marriage may be far more meaningful to many people and can only be measured by how the two partners feel about each other as the years 10 .