Don't stay in this subreddit and read too deep into it looking for the magical pickup line that guarantees success. Truth is what works for some may not work for you simply because you will never have complete control over the factors in any given situation. Ofcourse be prepared but you must ultimately execute your knowledge and accept failure.

Go out there and never be afraid to fail. Failure is a million times better than "what if?". Your experience will either bring success or failure, but in facing your fears you will meet the "between". The in between of those two is what really counts the in between is what your at war with everyday. It is where you grow, learn, and get stronger.

Your goal is to not achieve success or failure your goal is to learn and grow, unravel the best you day by day.