Many people think about how the rich differ from the poor. This, of course, is not about the number of zeros on the account, everything is clear with this. But are there any differences in the characters and habits of those who are forced to save on the necessities to live up to a paycheck, and those who travel the world, collect antiques, buy up branded collections?
In our article we will look at the habits of rich people. Thomas Corley's research confirms that a certain pattern can be traced between a person's manners and his condition. It turns out that many rich people, even those who do not know each other in absentia, behave similarly: they have the same habits, perform similar actions, express identical opinions on many issues.
Tom Corley Research
The author of Rich Habits: The Daily Habits of the We althy, Thomas Corley, has done a great job. He collected information on several hundred people, some of whom had impressive fortunes, and some lived on the verge of need.
The book quickly became popular. The author himself does not at all consider it a panacea for poverty. He calls his works research – sociological and psychological.
Searching for the causes of poverty
Corley began to explore the habits of rich and poor people, because he noticed a certain pattern between the character of a person and his well-being. The author explains that a few centuries ago, a child born into a poor family had practically no chance in life. The children of serfs immediately after birth became serfs, the children of slaves became slaves.
What's going on today? There are many examples that prove that some of the richest people in the world were born into extremely poor and dysfunctional families. Why can't everyone succeed?
According to the author, some people are psychologically unprepared for we alth and even prosperity. The causes of intergenerational poverty are not so easy to discover - they lie within. Some people are afraid to take any steps. And many of them are subconsciously afraid of we alth, not ready for it. They do not even realize that it is convenient and comfortable for them to be poor. Shyness and laziness play a significant role.
Millionaires as test subjects
Exploring the habits of rich people, Corley analyzed the life histories of 233 rich people and 128 poor people. Among other millionaires, several of the richest people of our time were chosen:
- Carlos Slim, worth $73 billion
- Bill Gates and his 67 billion.
- Ortega Amancio, owner of the Zara brand,earned 57 billion
- Warren Buffett worth $53.5 billion
- Larry Ellison, owner of Oracle (43 billion).
The researcher analyzed some of the habits of the rich and compared them with the habits of the poor. For clarity, Thomas expressed everything in numbers.
Goal setting
The Habits of Rich People is not a guide to making big money. But you can find interesting facts in it.
The author paid special attention to such a habit as goal setting. According to him, 67% of we althy people pay great attention to setting goals. Only 7% of the poor consider this issue important.
One of the millionaires shared an interesting thought with Thomas. According to him, the goal differs from the dream in two ways: it can be achieved and certain steps are being taken to realize it. Otherwise, it is abstract and meaningless.
Do you want to learn how to achieve goals? Write them down, and make regular notes about everything you've done to achieve them.
Parenting
Research results have confirmed the fact that many millionaires had a chance to learn the price of labor from an early age. 74% of rich people encourage the work of their offspring: they help them acquire professional skills, help them find jobs and try themselves in various professions, and do not mind volunteer work.
At the same time, more than 90% of the poor do not even think about the need to accustom children to work.
No wonder the habits of we althy people are passed down from generation to generation. Therefore, people from we althy families often increase parental capital or organize their own successful business.
Planning
Some habits of successful and we althy people are simply beyond the reach of a simple worker. What's the use of knowing that some oligarch loves to start his morning with a Cuban cigar, and fly to the mountains to catch rainbow trout at the weekend?
But some things don't cost at all. For example, the habit of writing a to-do list and planning time for each of them is affordable even for the poor. But only 19% of people who are used to earning and spending little care about daily planning. 81% of millionaires meticulously write down tasks: for every day and longer.
Own he alth
Attention to he alth is an important point that Thomas Corley described. The Habits of Rich People is a book that gives an idea of how people with different incomes take care of themselves.
Among those who exercise at least four times a week, 3/4 are rich. Only a quarter of them earn modestly.
The vast majority of the rich monitor the number of calories and quality of food. Most poor people don't even think about how many calories they consume daily.
Reading, audiobooks and TV
Deserve attention and the habits of we althy people associated with everyday life. Among those who watch TV for an hour or less per day,67% earn big money and only 23% live in poverty. Many oligarchs admit that they never watch TV series, talk shows and entertainment programs at all and only occasionally can devote a few minutes to watching the news.
86% of the rich admitted to the researcher that they love to read, but not only entertaining literature, but those books that help self-development. Most poor people prefer light reading.
And what to do with yourself during long trips and flights? Many oligarchs opt for audiobooks. Why waste time when you can devote it to self-improvement? At the same time, poor employees rushing to work in minibuses or the subway, as a rule, prefer to listen to the radio or music selections.
Work Attitude
If you've been looking at your watch all afternoon and rushing out of the office as soon as you can, Thomas Corley has some bad news for you. This is exactly what all those whose income allows you to buy only the bare necessities do. But for those who are used to spending money on whatever their heart desires, work is a pleasure. The millionaires with whom the author of the book had a chance to talk unanimously admit that they love to do business, are in no hurry to leave the workplace, put their soul into what they do every day, and spare no effort on trifles and details. 94% of rich people surveyed consider themselves happy thanks to what they love.
Among those who are used to low wages, only 17% are willing to do more than expected.
Faith in luck
Have you ever thought that winning the lottery could solve all your problems? Or maybe you dreamed of finding a suitcase with money? Are you waiting for a fairy godmother who will make you happy with a luxurious carriage and exquisite outfit?
If you answered yes to at least one question, know that the dream of a jackpot that fell from the sky is a habit of the poor. No, the rich are not alien to risk and excitement, they are familiar with the thirst for adrenaline. They also play casinos and embark on adventures, but they clearly understand that well-being does not depend on luck, but on hard work.
But 77% of the poor buy lotteries. Some constantly, some from time to time. But all with faith in a big jackpot, which sooner or later will come into their hands.
The power of a smile
If you get your hands on a book written by Tom Corley - "The Habits of Rich People", pay attention to the section on smiling. As you can see, all the rituals of the oligarchs are interconnected: he alth care, attention to nutrition, sports. There is another link in this chain.
62% of oligarchs said they set aside time every day to take care of their teeth. They carry out the required procedures with the utmost care. Only 16 poor people out of a hundred perform this daily ritual.
Do habits make you rich?
The author does not promise at all that the reader who starts flossing daily and counting calories will get rich in the foreseeable future. But most of the habits he described help to learn how to work systematically, to bring the work started to the end, to achieve the goal. Good he alth and well-groomed appearance are also important for success.
If your goal is to increase your income, this book can be very useful to you. But perseverance, diligence and aspiration will play a decisive role.
