Everyone has role models that they look up to. Whether it's a sporting icon you admire, or someone whose look and lifestyle you want to copy, or just someone whose character you respect. Role models occupy an important position, acting in a similar fashion to the goals you might set for yourself. If you are looking to improve in an area of your life, you might set a goal to earn more money, move jobs or perhaps take up a hobby.

Men and women have always sought role models. Religious figures, prominent figures within the local communities, political leaders, military heroes or great fighters, have all drawn followers. These figures embody qualities that individuals can look up to. These days, you can read all about their journeys and their accomplishments, following their steps and taking comfort in the knowledge that they have shared the same pitfalls. Famous figures who set and achieved seemingly impossible goals include the young Bruce Lee, who resolved to become more famous than Steve McQueen while still a struggling martial artist.