Successful people

Fifty Habits of Highly Successful People

You probably don’t have time to read every self-help book ever written, so here’s a quick list of some of the highlights. These are qualities of successful people that have been noted on many books on the subject: 1. They look for and find opportunities where others see nothing. 2. They find lessons while others only see problems. 3. They are solution focused. 4. They consciously and methodically create their own success. 5. They may be fearful, but they are not controlled or limited by fear. 6. They ask the right questions -- the ones which put them in a positive mindset and emotional state. 7. They rarely complain. 8. They don’t blame, and take complete responsibility for their actions and outcomes. 9. They always find a way to maximize their potential, and use what they have effectively. 10. They are busy, productive and proactive. 11. They align themselves with like-minded people. 12. They are ambitious. 13. They have clarity and certainty about what they want. 14. They innovate instead of imitate. 15. They don’t procrastinate. 16. They are life-long learners. 17. They are glass half full people, while still being practical and down-to-earth. 18. They consistently do what they need to do, regardless of how they are feeling on a given day. 19. They take calculated risks. 20. They deal with problems quickly and effectively. 21. They don’t believe in, or wait for, fate, destiny, chance or luck. 22. They take action before they have to. 23. They are more effective than most at managing their emotions. 24. They are good communicators. 25. They have a plan for their life and they work methodically to turn that plan into a reality. 26. They become exceptional by choice. 27. They work through the tough stuff that most would avoid. 28. They have identified what is important to them and they do their best to live a life which is reflective of those values. 29. They have balance. They know that money is a tool and ultimately, it’s just another resource. 30. They understand the importance of discipline and self-control. 31. They are secure in their sense of self-worth. 32. They are generous and kind. 33. They are happy to admit mistakes and apologize. 34. They are adaptable and embrace change. 35. They keep themselves in shape physically. 36. They work hard and are not lazy. 37. They are resilient. 38. They are open to, and more likely to act upon, feedback. 39. They don’t hang out with toxic people. 40. They don’t invest time or emotional energy into uncontrollable things. 41. They are happy to swim against the tide. 42. They comfortable with their own company. 43. They set high standards for themselves. 44. They don’t rationalize failure. 45. They know how to relax, enjoy what they have in their life and to have fun. 46. Their career is not their identity, it’s their job. 47. They are more interested in what is effective than in what is easy. 48. They finish what they start. 49. They realize that not only are they physical and psychological beings, but emotional and spiritual creatures as well. 50. They practice what they preach. This was sent to me by a friend and if we could only do a few of these things we would accomplish a lot.