Create a good social circle

Stay away from lazy people.
For example, stay away from unemployed people who have no ambitions nor goals. They will only distract you from success.

Surround yourself with people like you or those you aspire to become like you.
You are the sum of the people you spend time with. You can easily find people you share the same ambitions and interests with on Facebook groups and forums, seminars, or during networking events.

Drop the friends who distract you from your goals.
This will result in a small circle filled with only gold-driven individuals. Remember, the quality of your relationships is much more important than quantity.

Invest in coaches and mentors.
They can offer guidance and support that can take you to greater heights.

Invest in others so they can take you seriously.
If you want people to value your time and abilities, then you have to start valuing theirs too.