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Published Nov 25, 2020

"I DID THIS To Go From HOMELESS To BILLIONAIRE" - Success Habits | John Paul DeJoria & Lewis Howes

Billionaire John Paul DeJoria talks with Lewis Howes about his incredible journey from homelessness to success, sharing key investment strategies, resilience lessons, and the vital role of philanthropy and success habits.
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  • Mindset

    explains that the key difference between millionaires and billionaires lies in their mindset. For him, it's about how to use wealth to create the greatest good for the greatest number. He emphasizes the importance of giving back and investing in ways that help others reach the next stage in their lives 1.

    It's where can I go with it? And of course you can pay your bills on time or pay them off on time, right? But after you get into the millions, it's where can I secure my family for the future? But after I secure my family, when I do these other investments, how can I affect hundreds of thousands of people, hopefully millions in my life, so they have a good life long after I'm here and a good life while I'm here.

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    This giving mindset is shared by many of his billionaire friends, especially those part of the Giving Pledge, a commitment to donate the majority of their wealth to societal causes 2.

       

    Daily Practices

    Daily routines play a crucial role in 's success. He starts his day with a moment of gratitude and mindfulness, focusing on the present and setting a positive tone for the day 3.

    I am, I am here and it's me, it's my entity. And I focus in the words, I am, I am a being. I'm on this planet. It'll be a good day.

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    Despite his father's absence, John Paul credits his mother for providing the love and support that shaped his positive outlook on life. He stresses the importance of surrounding oneself with positive influences and avoiding negativity 4.

       

    Teamwork

    highlights the significance of teamwork and leadership in achieving success. His experience in the Navy taught him that ordinary people, when properly trained and working together, can achieve extraordinary results 5.

    I'm a common person. But let's get us ordinary people together, be taught properly, and as a team, we achieve extraordinary results.

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    He applied this lesson to his business, recognizing that he couldn't do everything alone and needed a team of capable individuals to succeed 6.

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