6 things billionaires do every day

1. Reading books not related to work

There are many benefits to reading. It allows you to look at the world around you from a different perspective. Books also develop the ability to put yourself in the place of another person, and this is very necessary for a true leader. And it’s just useful to get new knowledge that goes beyond your competence.

So, the entrepreneur and engineer Elon Musk necessarily includes science fiction and biographical works in the reading list. In an interview with Rolling Stone magazine, he said: “I was raised by books. First of all, books, and then parents."

2. Leaving your comfort zone

Take the liberty of doing what seems impossible to you. This is a sign of your development. Otherwise, you are unlikely to achieve much.

If you hate public speaking, be the first to speak at your next meeting. Even if you're so nervous that sweat stains on your shirt, it doesn't matter. Just do it and you will feel better.

Fear and growth cannot exist together. You will have to get rid of one of them.

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg spent many years learning Mandarin Chinese. He did not give up, and now he is good at communicating on it.

3. Sports activities

Tom Corley, author of Rich People's Habits, spent five years researching the schedule and rituals of successful individuals. And he found them in common - exercise. Many of those who have made a fortune include sports on their daily schedules. For example, Oprah Winfrey, Sheryl Sandberg and Richard Branson.

According to Corley, those who develop the habit of jogging, walking, or other aerobic exercise have a number of benefits: they have higher IQ, willpower, self-confidence, and 20% more physical energy.

Plus, studies have shown that even a small amount of daily exercise can significantly extend your life.

4. Helping others

The claim that you can be successful alone is just a myth. Successful people understand how important help is. Especially for those who need it.

In 2010, Microsoft creator Bill Gates, his wife Melinda and major investor Warren Buffett launched the Oath of Giving philanthropy campaign. By participating in it, wealthy individuals and families take on the moral obligation to donate at least half of their fortune to charity. For example, they are involved in poverty alleviation and health development.

If you’re too busy to just help someone or to pay back for a service you have rendered, then you don’t have time to be successful either.

You don't have to spend huge amounts. You can do something simple: help busy colleagues or invite an elderly person to bring his bags of groceries.

5. Constant struggle

Basketball player Michael Jordan once said, “I play to win, whether in practice or during a live match. And I will not let anything stop me and my desire to win. He has come a long way: he was once expelled from the school basketball team, but that did not stop him from becoming a professional basketball player and the highest paid athlete in history.

Learn to forgive and let go of grievances: they can slow you down a lot. But wanting to be recognized by your rivals, competitors, and critics (or even haters) can be a powerful motivation. It will force you to do whatever it takes to be successful. And prove that all these people were wrong.

6. Frequent walks

A study by the American Psychological Association found that outdoor walks increase creativity and improve problem-solving skills.

If it is important in your job to be able to generate new ideas, it is helpful to be able to get out of the office. Do this more often.

Corporate executives love to have their business meetings on foot. So do Mark Zuckerberg, Virgin Group founder Richard Branson, LinkedIn director Jeff Weiner and Google CEO Sundar Pichai.

“I believe this is a quick way to get started, make a decision and close a deal,” Branson writes on his blog. "Plus, it allows you to stretch a little and be energetic and collected for the rest of the day."

Therefore, stop sitting at your smartphone - go outside, take a walk and just think.