Ever wonder what a superhero had to do to get to success. Well today on Robert Downey Jr.'s birthday also known as Iron Man, Latin Post will share some unforgettable quotes by the actor that are not only educational but also inspirational to all those who are trying to gain success in one way or another.

1. Confidence to Move Forward

Confidence is one key that Downey Jr. shares with all. Without confidence it is almost certain that no one will get ahead. "I think that the power is the principle. The principle of moving forward, as though you have the confidence to move forward, eventually gives you confidence when you look back and see what you've done," he said.

2. Evolutionary Consistency

Evolution is another that Downey Jr. holds as a key to success. Being able to take something that he has been successful and replicate it in a different way is always a way to continually succeed. Evolving that same skill set or using it in different situations will be keys to success. "I always think part of success is being able to replicate results, taking what is interesting or viable about yourself as a professional person and seeing if you bring it into different situations with similar results."

3. Positivity

Downey Jr. had multiple troubling years in his career but it seems like for him positivity was a key to making it through those tough times. As he states "Look, even bad years are pretty good years I think." So even if you are going through a rough patch make sure to look at it as a learning experience and keep your head up.

4. Learning from Mistakes

Being told you are wrong is important to learn from your mistakes and Downey Jr. is in agreement. "Sometimes you just gotta be drop-kicked out of the nest." Only by being told your wrong, getting fired or even just making mistakes the best business leaders will learn to become better and improve upon their errors.

5. Ambitious State of Mind

Your mentality is so important to success. No matter how much money you have it all depends on your enthusiasm and hard work. As Doweny Jr. states, "If you're raised with a poverty mentality, nothing is going to change it. I do know some really stingy billionaires. I come from such a generation of hand-to-mouthers." As a result if you want to get ahead make sure that your attitude is not of staying poor or of conformity. Always be ambitious.