This person can provide a better picture of the pros and cons of the (10) ____

But things are more likely to (10) ____ well if you persevere and stay positive.

Being successful does depend on luck, to a (9) ____ extent. 

There are many famous novelists who made a complete mess of their first novel - or who didn't, but had to keep on approaching hundreds of publishers before they could get it (8) ____. 

There are many film stars (7) ____ were once out of work.

If someone says you're totally in the (5) lack of talent, ignore them. If (6) ____, someone advises you to revise your work and gives you a good reason for doing so, you should consider their suggestions carefully. 

If someone says you're totally in the (5) ____ of talent, ignore them. 

 If you've made up your mind to achieve a certain goal, such as writing a novel, (4) ____ the negative criticism of others prevent you from reaching your target, and let the constructive criticism have a positive effect on your work.