15 Habits of Successful People (Power of Routine)

What are the habits of successful people? 

Successful people experience different levels of stress and hardship, but those who reach their utmost potential make the most out of the challenges they face. Rather than relying on good luck, you need to be proactive in order to reach your goals. 

But in reality, it's not just about becoming successful and reaching your purposes of life; - success is a habit. In fact, there is a commonality among the morning routines of these successful people. 

To achieve your best results, you must establish what you call your routines and habits. They set the tone for your day and position you for success. It's much easier to complete tasks and meet deadlines when you follow a consistent schedule, like your morning routine. 

If you're wondering, here are the 15 habits of successful people from Elon Musk, Albert Einstein to Leonardo DiCaprio and Stephen King.

1. They Wake Up Early 

Successful people consistently wake up earlier. And it’s not just because they have to. Waking up early gives you a whole day to get things done. It’s a great time to be proactive, to think strategically, and to plan. 

One of the first things successful people do is catch up on their sleep. Early risers wake up feeling more refreshed from a sounder sleep, and more able to concentrate, solve problems, and work on difficult tasks. Wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends. Try waking up daily between 6:30 to 7 AM.

"Success comes to those who have the will power to win over their snooze buttons." - Unknown

2. They Read, Learn & Apply 

According to Bill Gates, he reads 50 books a year. Warren Buffett is said to read up to six hours each day.

There are many benefits to reading. Reading is an important part of building your skills and your career. It encourages continuous learning, helps you to grow as a person, reduces stress, and improves memory. 

As long as you read the right books at the right time, you can be successful. Successful people are always reading about something, whether it's business, psychology, biographies or self-help. 

Our lives are changing constantly, so why would you stop learning? It's also important to read broadly - read books on all kinds of subjects, even if it's not what you're interested in. Without reading different kinds of books, you will never be able to come across new thoughts or ideas.

Further, you can often take inspiration from books you read that can help you tackle your own problems in your life, for example. 

"Books are a uniquely portable magic." - Stephen King

3. They Have A Daily Routine 

I think it’s really important to create a daily routine around your work. This will help you stay more focused on your tasks. 

A daily routine will also keep your thoughts organized. It’s also important to allow yourself some time to self-reflect. That means thinking about what’s working and not working in your work, and thinking about what makes you happy and what you need to change. 

Having a routine makes you self-disciplined. And it’s no secret that self-discipline is one of the most important habits for staying productive. It’s important to get started on your tasks, and it’s important to stay focused on what you need to get done.

4. They Pay Attention To Tiny Details 

One of the key trait that makes a successful person is that they pay attention to tiny details. The ability to notice and recall details is very important. 

When you have the ability to find and correct errors, you can improve your workplace productivity. People with this ability are able to handle a large amount of work, get the work done accurately, and also get it done in a timely manner.

"Changes that seem small and unimportant at first will compound into remarkable results if you’re willing to stick with them for years." - James Clear

5. They Prioritize

Before you do anything, you need to prioritize your goal-oriented work and start with the one that’s most important for you to do at the right time. You can't cram and you can't multitask. No one can. 

Goal-oriented work is important, and knowing what it means can make a huge difference to your career and your daily life. It’s the work you need to get done so you can set yourself on the road to success. But to start this work on time, you need to prioritize.

Successful people always prioritize their goal-oriented work so they can see what needs to be done to reach their goals.

6. They Have A Productive Mindset 

Successful people have a productive mindset. It's important to set goals for each day, week, or month you work, and to make sure you are using your time for the things that are really important. That will help you to be productive, and make your work more efficient.

Check out my article on How To Be Productive: 6 Useful Tips for more information.

7. They Avoid Laziness

It's common knowledge that successful people are successful because they work hard. Laziness, on the other hand, will never get you anywhere in this world. 

Laziness can be in the form of procrastination, inefficiency in managing your work, or in not resisting the urge to give into that urge to spend hours scrolling through social media when you know you should be working. 

Successful people work hard, they fight the urge to be lazy, they are diligent in their work day, they are productive in their day to day. 

"You'll never change your life until you change something you do daily. The secret to your success is found in your daily routine." - John C. Maxwell

8. They Don't Look For Shortcuts 

Successful people don’t look for shortcuts. They find ways around the obstacle and get on with it. That’s why successful people get further, and get there more quickly, than anyone else. They refuse to give up, they refuse to get stuck. Stay strong, and remember that taking shortcuts will get you nowhere.

9. They Workout regularly 

In a study conducted by Tom Corley, the author of “Change Your Habits, Change Your Life,” it was found that 76% of the rich exercise every day for the recommended 30 minutes. 

Regular exercise is a key ingredient to living a successful life. It has a lot of benefits, including the reduction in the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Not only will physical exercise strengthen our mental and physical health, it also releases endorphins, the ‘feel-good chemicals’ in our brain, which heightens our mood and reduces our stress levels.

10. They Eat Healthy 

You can't be successful if you're sick, and that includes feeling run down and feeling like you're always getting sick. Eating healthy ensures you're getting the nutrients your body needs to thrive. 

Successful people know they need to take care of their body so it can take care of them. Eating healthy is one of the most important things you can do for yourself.

11. They Get Enough Sleep  

Sleep plays a role in your success - whether you know it or not. 

Getting enough sleep is vital for your health. Not only does it help keep your immune system healthy, but it can keep you happy, productive. 

12. They Have A Good Communication Skill

Having good communication skills builds trust in your team. You may have noticed that highly successful people are also good speakers. 

And make punctuality a priority. 

13. They Take Responsibility For Their Actions 

Successful people don't blame other people. They take responsibility for their actions and do everything they can to control what they can control. 

14. They Say ‘NO’ To Blames Games

Successful people don’t play the blame game. They do not believe or participate in the notion that when something goes wrong, someone is to blame.

Successful people are accountable for their own successes and failures, and they live with that responsibility. They keep any negative thoughts in their head. Instead of asking who is to blame, they ask themselves what is wrong in their own project. 

Successful people don't avoid failure; in fact, they expect it. What is most important to them is their self-awareness in realizing, analyzing, and reflecting on what went wrong, so they can work to get it right

15. They Are Goal Oriented 

Successful people are goal oriented. What they do every day is directed towards a goal.

It’s important to make a list of goals for the week and to check in at the end of it. This will help you to judge if you’re on the right track for achieving your goals. If you take the time to set goals that are realistic and that you can measure against your achievements, then you’ll be one step closer to success. 

Summary 

Here’s a quick recap of the 15 Habits of Successful People

1. They Wake Up Early
2. They Read, Learn & Apply 
3. They Have A Daily Routine
4. They Pay Attention To Tiny Details
5. They Prioritize
6. They Have A Productive Mindset
7. They Avoid Laziness
8. They Don’t Look For Shortcuts
9. They Workout regularly
10. They Eat Healthy
11. They Get Enough Sleep
12. They Have A Good Communication Skill
13. They Take Responsibility For Their Actions
14. They Say ‘NO’ To Blames Games
15. They Are Goal Oriented