If you want to be above average people, develop these 7 habits

Read for 30 minutes a day

Highly successful people do a lot more reading than average people.

Successful people typically read biographies, history, and self help books, but powerful lessons can be found in fictional stories as well.

15 – 30 minutes of focused thinking

It’s important to make time to process everything that’s going on in your life. Reflect on your career, health, and personal relationships to maintain a clear vision of what you want and how to get there.

Exercise

Above average people make exercising a priority. Exercising reduces stress, keeps you motivated, creative, and helps you perform at optimal levels.

Bonus: if you wake up early and reach a peak state while everyone else is asleep.

Choose your friends wisely

You are only as successful as those you spend your time with. So make sure you’re surrounded by people who inspire and motivate you to achieve your goals. Make a point to limit time spent with negative, toxic people.

Take action

Above average people don’t sit around waiting for good things to come to them, they put themselves out there and search for opportunities to improve themselves and their careers. Focus on achieving short AND long term goals.

Multiple income sources

Average people rely on one job as their only source of income. Above average people know it takes multiple streams of income to get ahead and live a fulfilling life.

Create a side business that makes you money with little effort

Get enough sleep

Successful people generally get 7-8 hours of sleep a night to perform their best. You can’t be above average if you’re not well rested. Sleep is critical to brain function, creative thinking, and ultimately your success.