How to climb the career ladder, if you are only 20 years old? 29 most successful people in the world shared their advice

If the hackneyed expressions like "Do it 100%" and "Be true to yourself" are not suitable for you, then we have fresh ideas on how to start a career. From "Do not work too much" to "Relax" - these are unconventional tips for reaching a career from some really successful people.

The article lists other tips of famous personalities who have achieved success.

1. President Donald Trump: "Be an outsider"

During his first appearance as President of the United States, Donald Trump advised graduates of the University of Liberty "to follow their convictions and be ready to criticize."

2. Mark Zuckerberg: "Finding your life goal is not enough"

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg says it's not enough to justify your goal in life: "The goal is to feel that you are part of something more than yourself, and that something ahead awaits you."

3. Richard Branson: "Looking back is not the best idea"

"The amount of time people spend on failure, instead of investing this energy in another project, is surprising," said the founder and chairman of Virgin Group The Good Entrepreneur. To live by the present and the future he was advised by his mother.

4. Cheryl Sandberg: "There is no direct way to the goal"

Cheryl Sandberg recommends having a long-term abstract dream. A long-term plan allows you to dream more, while a short-term plan makes you think about what you want to improve over the next year and a half.

5. Warren Buffett: "Be always humble and self-restrained"

Chairman and CEO Berkshire Hathaway Warren Buffett said that the best advice that he ever received in life, came from a member of the board of directors of Berkshire Hathaway Thomas Murphy. He said: "Keep your mouth shut today - and you will be sure that tomorrow you will feel good."

6. Bill Gates: "A simple view of things is the key to great success"

In an interview with CNBC in 2009, co-founder and chairman of Microsoft Bill Gates was simply delighted with the ability of Warren Buffett to look at problems simply and pragmatically. Gates considers him a genius man.

7. Ivanka Trump: "Reflect less, do more"

Ivanka Trump believes that you need to work hard at the beginning of your life to love your job and find yourself. Also, in her opinion, one should acquire experience in their profession.

8. Tony Robbins: "Make yourself invaluable"

Mentor Tony Robbins, successful motivational speaker Jim Ron, once gave useful advice that helped him in life. He said: "Our value in the market is based on our ability to add more value than anyone else, but this requires skills."

9. Maya Angelou: "Make your own way to success"

Maya Angela gives as an example the advice of her grandmother: "If the world puts you on a path that you do not like, get off the road and choose a new direction."

10. Lloyd Blankfein: "Give yourself a break"

If there is no activity in your life, if you have a really hard grip, you really are not the best. The more you are free, the easier for you in life.

11. JK Rowling: "Thank the failure"

JK Rowling, the author of the popular children's book series "Harry Potter", knows a lot about achieving success and life failures. She was once a needy single mother. The writer believes that failure in her life became a true gift, as she was able to achieve success and comprehend her own essence after going through adversity.

12. Melanie Whelan: "Try Any Work"

The CEO of SoulCycle believes that new college graduates should immediately start working. "Get a job and work hard," she told the New York Times.

13. Eric Schmidt: "Say yes to other ideas"

"Find a way to say yes to new twists and turns in your life, whether it's moving to another country or meeting new friends. So you will build a career and even find a family happiness. "

14. Chelsea Handler: "When you make a commitment, then keep it"

The millionaire and actress says she learned about the importance of this rule when she was a waitress at the age of 20. Hendler states that since then the habit of being reliable can be traced in all aspects of her life.

15. Steve Jobs: "Do not follow your passion, but follow something more"

Jobs said, "Yes, we always talk about our passion, but we are all part of the flow of history ... we need to add something to it that will help society and other people."

16. Suze Orman: "Ignore criticism"

CNBC hostess Suze Orman wrote that success often made her the object of harsh criticism, which was "completely devoid of facts." At first these attacks provoked her indignation, but in the end she learned to ignore them.

17. Arianna Huffington: "Do not fade from work"

Arianna wrote: "Many believe that burnout is a necessary price for success. But your career will be successful if you can not only work hard, but also disconnect, charge and update yourself. "

18. Stuart Butterfield: "Experiment"

"Some people know exactly what they want to do at a very young age, but they have little chance of success. I feel that young people in 20 years are very presumptuous. They do not try to understand what is their vocation. I advise them to constantly experiment. "

19. Dr. Phil McGraw: "Positive feedback from others is extremely important"

The TV personality, the author, the psychologist and the host of the show "Doctor Phil" says that, before you submit any work, you should ask yourself who will like you.

20. George Stefanopoulos: "Relax"

"Almost nothing you worry about today will determine your tomorrow," writes George Stephanopoulos at NerdWallet's personal financial website.

21. Marla Malcolm Beck: "Look for your own way in life"

Marla Malcolm Beck, co-founder and CEO of Bluemercury, says that it always reminds students that "no one comes first to the desired job after college, and so you should find something that you like, since it gives you a precious experience."

22. TJ Miller: "Work more than anyone around you"

TJ Miller, comedian and star of the film "Silicon Valley" told the NerdWallet website that the formula for his success is not only in talent, but also in working for wear and tear.

23. Alex von Tobel: "Awake, accept and be ready"

Alex von Tobel, founder and CEO of LearnVest, argues that it is important to awaken in anticipation of what should happen, accept some of this and always be ready to work.

24. John Chen: "Star can harm your career"

Most employees believe that the best way to demonstrate value to your boss and get a raise is to aggressively demand credit and gain control over what they do. "Although it's important to be recognized for what you are doing, capturing glory will lead to dissociation from employees," Chen said.

25. Sally Setta: "Business lunches are very important"

President of Red Lobster Sally Setta said: "Lunch is a great opportunity for communication. You can get information that will help you look at your work through another prism, and also you will get the opportunity to feel the mood of your companion. "

26. Deepak Chopra: "Recognize the wisdom of uncertainty"

"At the beginning of my medical career, I had confidence in what I was going to," Chopra writes. - Later, I realized that in my career there is a lot of uncertainty, which is the wisdom that opens the door to the unknown. Thanks to this, life is renewed. "

27. Brian Cesky: "Do not listen to your parents"

Bryan Cheski, co-founder and CEO of Airbnb, said in an interview with The New York Times to Adam Bryant that recent graduates should never ask for advice about a career with their parents.

28. Diane von Furstenberg: "Listen to yourself"

In an interview with journalist Adam Bryant from The New York Times, fashion designer Diana von Furstenberg said that she learned that trust in herself is the key to great success.

29. Rick Goins: "Be with all respectful"

Rick Goins, CEO of the home sales company Tupperware Brands, shared a wise advice for young people. "I like to consult with the driver, the secretary and assistants. The way you treat others has a direct impact on your career, "he said.