![]() ![]() Steve Jobs once said, “Things don’t have to change the world to be important,” while Bill Gates takes two “retreats” each year to give his mind a rest and allow the creative juices to flow. No matter what failures or successes you see in your career, keeping what’s important in perspective will help you balance your life. Prioritize What’s Important Outside Of Work Listening and letting people talk is key to winning them over in life, in business, and in all human relationships,” Kerpen said. It means to stay silent and absorb what the other person is saying.įounder and CEO of Likeable Local Dave Kerpen also notes that listening is a strategy tool pertinent to successful leadership. Famous Austrian pianist Alfred Brendel said, “The word ‘listen’ contains the same letters as the word ‘silent’,” meaning that listening isn’t just a waiting period until you can chime in again. So, all successful people are good speakers, right? Well, when it comes to success, it’s actually listening that’s a big deal. ![]() We’ve all seen successful people command a room during a TED Talk or give a heartwarming speech at an all-hands company meeting. Alexandra Cavoulacos, founder and COO of, said that she turns off notifications and alerts - and keeps them off at all times. LinkedIn CEO Jeff Weiner and ESCADA Chairman Megha Mittal told Thrive Global that they refuse to sleep with their phones in the same room. But many successful people take time to put down the phone and laptop when they’re not working and just simply unplug. It feels nearly impossible for most people to step away from technology. At least, that’s what Entrepreneur contributor Jennifer Cohen says, pointing out that successful people like Warren Buffet, Cher, OK Cupid founder Christian Rudder and former President Barack Obama take time out of their days to devote to fitness. While we all have our own opinions on what a “good” workout is, the important thing is that you do work out. Practicing mindfulness can also include yoga or meditation, or even just sitting quietly. “The most successful people in the world have learned from powerhouses like Georgia O’Keefe, Ben Franklin, Steve Jobs, and Oprah, and their morning rituals that include time for mindfulness,” Robbins told Forbes. ![]() She personally sets 30 minutes aside every morning before even checking her phone to write down her intentions for the day and the goals she has for herself. Keep A JournalĬNN columnist, renowned motivational speaker and bestselling author Mel Robbins swears that writing in a journal daily is the key to success. Just make sure you’re getting enough sleep so that your brain actually functions. ![]() There are more hours in the day to do stuff if you’re up early. to check emails, drink a latte and go on a hike (yes, a hike). wake-up time to work out. Hint Water founder and CEO Kara Goldin also starts her day at 5:30 a.m. to get a head start on email while while GE CEO Jeff Immelt chooses a consistent 5:30 a.m. One of the most prevalent habits of ridiculously successful people is that they wake up early. ![]()
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