I have come across so many job hunters who feel that all they need is a s*!t hot CV to get a job and get into work.
Of much less importance, is self awareness, knowledge of the business environment they wish to enter into and understanding personalities. The may just about have a grasp of their rights, responsibilities and obligations but they mix up the time use and/or exercise them.
When people come to me they always cite confidence as a strong reason why they have not achieved or aspired.
I have my own original personally derived quote:
"Achievement is when the dream marries opportunity, shrouds itself with focus and is driven by faith"
There are other very respected individuals who have quotes along the same lines.