They use extracurricular activities to their advantage. Boardrooms can be so, well, boring, so it helps that successful people take up hobbies like skiing or golf. Brokering million-dollar deals comes easier when both parties can admire the view from the front nine.
They understand the value of sacrifice. Prudent people have indoctrinated themselves with the idea that the luxuries and fruits of life derive from a certain amount of suffering. They have money to buy what they want, when they want, but prefer delayed benefit over instant gratification.
They’re willing to share. Not only are the wealthy good at their jobs, but their talents aren’t confined to the office. They believe in sharing wealth by providing knowledge in their industry via panels and events.
They never stop learning. Whether it’s attending events for the National Black Chamber Commerce or keeping up with the economy via The Wall Street Journal and Black Enterprise magazine, these lifelong students wholeheartedly embrace ongoing education. –gavin philip godfrey
