Top 10 Things Rich People Don’t Want You to Know
Ask a rich person the secret behind their success and they will tell you the same thing again and again; “Work hard and be determined.” We’ve all heard this, and frankly, we don’t buy it. There are secrets rich people don’t want you to know because if everyone became rich, what leverage would they have left behind?
Don’t worry! We’re here today to reveal all the secrets rich people don’t want you to know. If you’re interested in finding out, stay tuned!
Top 10 secrets rich people are hiding from the world!
A degree isn’t necessary:
Most rich people are college dropouts. Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, Larry Ellison, and Ralph Lauren are only a few of the many college dropouts who have made their name without a degree. Some of them were studying in IVY league colleges but chose to drop out anyway.
Why is that so? Because they had confidence in themselves. They knew they were destined to make it big with or without a degree. One other thing that is common in most rich dropouts is their passion for what they do.
Most of them weren’t focused on making big money, they were focused on inventing something new, being outside the box, and following their passions.
Putting your credit card to use:
Rich people stay rich because they are well acquainted with their banks. They know everything there is to know about their credit cards, and always use them to gain maximum benefits.
You will never meet a rich person who isn’t using their bank’s bonuses and rewards to shop and travel! Rich people save money by spending their bank’s money instead.
To find out more about how to use credit cards to save money, watch our next video!
Get a job:
Yes, you need a job to get rich. Ironic? Maybe… but jobs teach you the necessary skills you need to get rich. Whether you’re working odd jobs or a proper corporate 9-5 job, it doesn’t matter. Every job will teach you how to earn for yourself.
Financial independence and stability will always feel good, and it often motivates individuals to climb ladders. Your job might just be your biggest motivation to do better in life.
You will never meet a rich person that doesn’t know the value of money and earning for yourself. All rich people were once struggling, and all of them worked hard to make ends meet and finance their passions.
Travis Kalanich, Uber CEO, was a door-to-door salesman before he made it big. Similarly, Sheldon Adelson, a multi-millionaire, used to deliver newspapers before he got his big break. If anything, these people are living proof that the next millionaire could be among us, maybe it’s your mailman, or maybe it’s you!
Look for mentors:
In a world where everyone is focused on themselves, it can be hard to find a good mentor, or someone to look up to, but you must find yourself an inspiration and a mentor.
Having a mentor will help you stay on your goal. In a world full of endless opportunities, it is easy to get distracted by the different types of fields you could experiment in. A mentor will help you look at the bigger picture and stay disciplined.
Mark Zuckerberg, Founder & CEO of Facebook also had a mentor. Zuckerberg always turned to Steve Jobs during hard times. “Thanks for showing that what you build can change the world” is what Zuckerberg has to say about his late mentor, Steve Jobs.
Even Bill Gates turned to a mentor when he most needed it. He was mentored by Warren Buffet, an investor, millionaire, and businessman. Gates talked about turning to Buffet whenever he was stuck in a problem, and he also told the world that Warren Buffet gave him advice on how to deal with tough situations and think long-term.
See how there is a pattern here? Gates and Zuckerberg are in the top 5 of the richest people in the world, and both of them had mentors. So find yourself a CEO or a Tech guru you can turn to during hard times… that is your secret to getting rich.
Look for solutions, not problems!
It is so easy to get caught up in what you don’t have and everything that is going wrong. Before you know it, you’re in an endless cycle of disappointment and self-doubt.
Rich people have only one mindset: “Solutions, not problems!”. If you look for problems, you will notice problems. Similarly, if you look for solutions, you will find them. It is all about perspective.
When it comes to solutions, it is very easy to get sucked up in the money aspect… This will make you lose your passion and become greedy. Most rich people are passionate about what they do and have a ‘think outside the box’ mentality.
If Mark Zuckerberg had never focused on finding solutions during his journey to inventing Facebook, he wouldn’t be where he is today. Did he have it easy? Absolutely not. He had arguments and bad days, but his passion and belief kept him going… and now he is on a road to endless success.
Financial Education:
Just like it is important to know how credit cards work, it is important to have general financial education as well. You need to learn about taxes, investments, stocks, NFTs, digital currencies, debts, and anything that is creating an uproar nowadays.
If you are financially educated, you will know clever ways to handle your money. Not only will this help you save up, but it will land you the offers of your lifetime. It will also help you clear out your debts before you get stuck in a loophole of interests and penalties – a recipe for disaster.
Everything in life comes down to finances, and if you want to be the smartest in the room, you need to know how to handle your money.
Read more often!
You don’t need a college degree to be rich, you need to be smart… and that’s why you should read more books.
Books are your gateway to knowledge! And these are some of the books you have to read to become successful:
- Rich Dad Poor Dad
- Think and Grow Rich: The Secrets of 40 Millionaires’ Wealth, Revealed by Napoleon Hill.
- The Economy of Cities by Jane Jacobs
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey
All of these books are recommended by CEOs and millionaires. These books will open your mind to new perspectives and ideas. Who knows, maybe reading is your road to success.
Get inspired by successful people:
To be rich and successful, you need to look up to people who are successful in life. People like Elon Musk, Jack Ma, Warren Buffet, and Bill Gates are inspirational figures.
You don’t need to agree with everything they do in life, all you need is to get inspired by their wealth and success. Research their life, their struggles, and their journey to being successful. Analyze their struggles and use them as examples on your road to wealth.
Musk, Ma, Buffet, Gates, and other inspiring millionaires are all available on social media. The internet has countless interviews and motivational speeches, which you can use to your advantage.
As long as you have access to the internet, you have access to successful people! So choose which person you want to get inspired by and follow in their footsteps.
Invest in yourself:
No rich person will ever be caught having a bad appearance, bad communication, bad manners, or an unhealthy lifestyle.
Success isn’t all about knowledge and brains. You need to work on yourself as well… to attract clients into doing business with you, you need to look professional and act professional. It is important to show the world how smart you are, through your demeanor and communication.
The biggest investment you will ever make is in yourself! You will be successful if you feel successful.
Learn basic skills and motivate yourself:
You are your biggest asset! So invest in yourself the most. Learn basic skills, learn another language, or maybe take a seminar on mental health awareness. Do whatever you need to do to find your drive.
A secret key to getting rich is to never work a day in your life… which is only possible if you’re passionate about your work. So take your time to self-reflect and find your passion!
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