Character is who you are. Your character is your fate.
Many people get lucky, and have success or are rich, because of great parents, certain environment, or by chances.
However, for those are not so rich, not born with glory or favorite surroundings, character decides her fate,
Your success from character is from long term. You will not see immediate result in a short period.
Therefore, you will need stoic, be determined, be persistent. Grit is called on when you face challenges, setbacks. Even when you do not see any light at the end of the tunnel, you need just focus the one small step in front of you – one step at a time.
If it is gold, it will shine after all.
Character is your fate.