I Copied these 5 Rich People Habits to Earn my First $1 Million

Self-made millionaire: Habits That Led to My First $1 Million

Vishal Show
3 min readMar 6, 2024

In 2001, at the tender age of 22, I made a bold move from my mom’s basement in Atlanta to the bustling streets of New York City with a singular goal in mind — to become a millionaire. Devoid of wealthy connections or mentors, I relied on sheer determination. Today, as a self-made millionaire with a robust property portfolio and a thriving business, I credit my success to adopting five pivotal habits inspired by those who had already paved the way.

The Power of Authenticity in Attire

Wealth, as I learned from my childhood basketball coaches, doesn’t demand a suit and tie.

They, in their tracksuits, epitomized the freedom of being one’s own boss. This nonchalant approach to appearance taught me a valuable lesson — investing in the quality of life outside work matters more than how things look on the surface.

Mastering Your Niche

Embracing our weaknesses can lead to unparalleled success.

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