Success (Second Edition)

"Success" by Max Aitken Beaverbrook, is a guide offering wisdom to young men eager to climb the ladder of accomplishment. Born from a collection of articles in the "Sunday Express," the book highlights judgment, hard work, and well-being as key ingredients for triumph. Beaverbrook lays out his ideas on how to turn ambition into reality, steering readers clear of typical missteps along the way. The book kicks off by framing success as a mix of natural talent and serious dedication. Identifying the core ingredients for success, he puts judgment at the top, calling it the make-or-break factor in reaching any goal. He insists that success is open to anyone ready to use what they have and stresses that the world provides lots of chances, especially within the British Empire, where family ties don't hold you back. Beaverbrook encourages young men to see their own potential and chase success bravely, setting a tone of motivation for what follows.