I strongly believe that determination will eventually bring success. Although there are people that say that having a large network and soft skills can bring one to greater height as compared to sheer hard work, I believe that these are a subset of determination. Successful people not only persevere in the work that they are doing, but they also work hard to initiate and socialise with people, as well as practising their soft skills such as their communication skills.Of course a bit of quick-witted is always good:P