
Do well for yourself
Impress Others
Often used to express admiration for someone else's success or achievements.

Seeing his new sports car, I thought, 'Wow, he's really done well for himself!'
Subjective Measures
Success is relative; what one person considers doing well might differ from another's view.

She's happy teaching, even if others don't think she's done well for herself.
Social Status
Can imply improvement of one's social standing, but not necessarily everyone's goal.

He comes from a small town, but he's done well for himself in the big city.
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