Statistics on American Views of Success

03/12/06 10:16 PM Filed in: Family
A 2006 study conducted by Success magazine uncovered some surprising insights into the way Americans view success. For example, in response to the phrase, "Success in business means…," 60 percent of the respondents selected "Adding value to the lives of others." Only 18.8 percent said success meant "Making a lot of money."
A 2006 study conducted by Success magazine uncovered some surprising insights into the way Americans view success. For example, in response to the phrase, "Success in business means…," 60 percent of the respondents selected "Adding value to the lives of others." Only 18.8 percent said success meant "Making a lot of money."
The following are results for the question, "What is the single most important element for success?"
Faith—41.0 percent
Family—25.5 percent
Balanced life—11.7 percent
Happiness—7.3 percent
In addition, respondents were asked to identify "The most important factors for success":
Good relationship with family—89.9 percent
Good relationship with spouse—89.6 percent
Good relationship with God—86.0 percent
Freedom to do what you want—61.7 percent
Financial security—57.5 percent
Good career—47.1 percent
Leaving a legacy—43.4 percent
Money/wealth—32.3 percent
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