19, the rich share the secrets of how to save money

Today there are many billionaires in the world. But how they reached such a level of financial comfort? Not every one of them squandering money right and left, like a Hollywood movie heroes. On the contrary, many of them explain their financial success is rather modest life. Let us learn from them. Benefit sharing with us the secrets of how to save money.

1. Michael Bloomberg, $ 34.3 billion

Stick to what works best for you. Michael Bloomberg is well known as one of the most controversial mayors of New York. And also he is the founder and a shareholder (he owns 88% stake) Bloomberg L.P. - international information company. But there is one thing that most people do not know about Michael over the past 10 years he wore and still wear only two pairs of work shoes. It's black loafers that provide billionaire greatest comfort and functionality. He knows that they are best suited for him, and thus save money for other things. He does not spend a lot of money on shoes, which he will never wear.

2. Bill Gates, $ 79 billion

Learn from your past mistakes. Make mistakes - common phenomenon in our lives. Including mistakes with money. We all make these mistakes. But those of us who ultimately achieves financial success in life, not only to make these mistakes, but learn from them. Bill Gates, one of the richest men in the world, once said: "This is great - celebrate success. But much more important to learn from failure. "

3. Ingvar Kamprad, $ 53 billion

Avoid unnecessary expenses. Ingvar Kamprad, the founder of the IKEA, said that some costs are absolutely not necessary, even if you are very rich. Like many super-rich people, he prefers to fly economy class rather than by private jet. In his memoirs, Kamprad wrote: "We do not need flashy cars, impressive titles, smart uniforms and other status symbols. We rely on our strength and our will! ". An interesting fact about Ingvar: he uses a chair for 30 years.

4. Warren Buffett, $ 66.1 billion

Buy a house that suits your needs. Warren Buffett is a classic example of this rule. He still lives in a house in Omaha, Nebraska. He bought the house in 1958 for $ 31,500. Despite billions at their disposal, Buffett finds no grounds and reasons to live in a huge mansion just because he can buy it. It feels quite comfortable in a house with five bedrooms, which is situated in the heart of the United States.

5. Oprah Winfrey, $ 2.9 billion

Find your true passion. This simple advice Oprah brought success and fame. She says, "You become what you believe. It is where you are right now in your life, based on the fact of what you believe. " Determining what you love to do, and following this can lead to the greatest remuneration in life.

6. Richard Branson, $ 5.1 billion

Set a goal and do everything in your power to achieve them. British billionaire and Virgin Group founder Richard Branson once started with a simple list of goals. They could be completely unrealistic, but he set goals and went behind them. He did not suspect that his plant might work in one day.

7. Carlos Slim, $ 78.5 billion

Start saving money as soon as possible. Carlos Slim, a Mexican businessman who was able to move the Bill Gates from the throne of the richest man in the world. Carlos gives useful advice on saving money. The sooner you start to save your income and will manage them properly, the better off you will be later in life. No matter whom you are working.

8. John Kodvell, $ 2.6 billion

Use alternative modes of transport. This English businessman made his fortune in the mobile phone industry. But it does not consider it necessary to ride in cars and ostentatious display all their wealth. In fact, it is still a lot to go on foot, riding a motorcycle, and even using public transport.

9. David Cheriton, $ 1.7 billion

Learn what you can do yourself. David Cheriton was one of Google's first investors, is now getting good dividends as return of its initial investment in 1998. Which, incidentally, was $ 100,000. Despite the wealth, he does not go to the hairdresser and strizhot himself. Even such a seemingly small savings can serve you well if you apply it in other areas of their lives. Just think of how much money you give for what could easily do themselves.

10. Mark Zuckerberg, the $ 30 billion

Use modest car. Even Facebook founder lives modestly. For example, he goes to a relatively modest car the Acura, which costs $ 30,000. Although the youngest billionaire the world could afford absolutely any car he wanted. Instead, he chooses a simple and practical car.

11. John Donald MacArthur, $ 3.7 billion

Make a budget and stick to it. MacArthur was the sole shareholder of Bankers Life and Casualty Company. Despite living in an era of Hollywood glitz and glamor, MacArthur refused to expensive purchases, and lived very modestly. He never owned luxury goods, he did not have a press agent, and an annual budget of $ 25,000.

12. Rose Kennedy, financial condition at the time of death unknown

Be creative and look for alternative in the costs. Rose Kennedy is best known as the matriarch of the infamous family. But its tactics to save money was simply amazing. Especially when you consider the wealth accumulation of the family. Instead of buying packs of recycled paper, she preferred to wait until the end of the year and bought an old desk calendars, which have lost their relevance. As a rule, it was worth less than the paper for recycling. This is a good example of savings, even in small ways.

13. Thomas Boone Pickens, $ 1 billion

Make a shopping list and do not take more cash than you need on this list. Oil tycoon and billionaire Pickens always practicing one sure way to save money. He never wears a wallet more money than he needed. He is a shopping list before heading to the store. And only buy what is on the list. And the amount of money in his wallet will not allow him to break this rule. You see, you can not spend money that you do not have, right?

14. Jim Walton, $ 34.7 billion

You do not need all the newest and best. Jim Walton, the youngest son of the founder of WalMart Sam Walton leads a modest life. So his father had always taught. Despite financial success, he still drives a pick-up truck, which is more than 15 years. He understands what it takes to get from your vehicle and all without a trace. Instead of driving around in the most luxurious and expensive car that you can afford to buy.

15. Donald Trump, $ 3.9 billion

Work hard. Donald Trump earned their success to their hard work. Many losers believe that Trump just lucky in the world of finance. But Trump said that success comes after hard work. "If your work brings you its fruits, then, most likely, people will say that you're just lucky. Maybe this is because you are lucky enough to have the brains to work! "- he says.

16. Robert Kuok, $ 11.5 billion

Use all the opportunities that you have. Robert Kuok, Malaysia's richest man, lives by rules which he learned from his mother. Do not be greedy, do not use others and always have high morals when it comes to attitudes toward money.

Robert says that in order to be successful financially, you need to be brave and always use all the opportunities that will be encountered on your way. Even when others doubt your abilities.

17. Li Ka-shing, $ 31 billion

Live modestly. Lee - the richest man in Asia and one of the ten richest people in the world. He believes that his incredible success is a simple and modest life. When you start your way, you have to train yourself to live modestly and adapt to this lifestyle.

18. Jack Ma, $ 10 billion

The customer always comes first. Jack Ma, founder of Alibaba Group
billionaire, believes that customers should always be the number one priority. They were followed by workers, and the last in this chain must be shareholders. Ma believes that man's relation to the way he lives his life is more important than his ability.

19. Howard Schultz, $ 2.2 billion

Understand that money - that's not all. Howard Schultz, Starbucks chairman of the board of directors, said that human values ​​are more important than its capital. "I never wanted to be one of the list of billionaires. I have never defined itself by its prosperity. I always try to define themselves and their values. "