http://addicted2success.com/success-advice/why-successful-people-leave-their-loser-friends-behind/

The article is about surrounding yourself with those you want to emulate. 

"You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with." - Jim Rohn

Three essential people in your life at all times. 

1 - A person who is older than you and more successful to learn from

2 - A person who is equal with you to share ideas with

3 - A person below you to coach and keep you energized