Bill Gates: 4 Choices in Life Separate the Doers From the Dreamers
Practice the simple habits that have helped Gates become the world’s fourth-richest person
By Marcel Schwantes
Bill Gates has given plenty of advice about how to live a successful life or lead a successful business. The high bar that the Microsoft co-founder sets daily is not impossible to reach.
It will, however, require developing and practicing some new habits. Paving your own road to success means dreaming less and doing more of what Gates himself has done while becoming the world’s fourth-richest person.
Here are four things that clearly separate the doers from the dreamers:
1. Doers cultivate their curiosity.
In 2019, Gates spoke to students, parents, and alumni at his high school alma mater in Seattle. One question posed to Gates is especially noteworthy for the next working generation: “What are the skills today’s students need to know to thrive in the world of 2030 and 2040?”
Gates answered: “For the curious learner, these are the best of times, because your ability to constantly refresh your knowledge with either podcasts or lectures that are online is better than ever.”
