You are a success if:

You have failed 100 times and get up to try the 101st time.

You fail and fail again, but realize this does not make you a failure.
It only prepares you for your ultimate success.

You make someone better every day.

You bring value to someone every day.

You do not allow others to determine your success for you.

You are not the smartest person in the room.

You surround yourself with great people.

You surround yourself with people who make you think and defend your positions.

You surround yourself with people who are not yes people.

You have a cause you care about and contribute to on a regular basis.

You are pursuing your dreams.

You are not afraid to learn and try new items.

You listen and understand more than you talk and dictate.

You regularly ask others for their input and advice.

Others regularly ask others for your input and advice.