In order to be successful, you may have to sacrifice time with your friends. Photo Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThis can be very emotionally draining to give up your social life in exchange for financial success. But at the end of the year or two, they will have a valuable asset, and potentially make a six-figure profit when it sells. And they could keep going until they have over a million dollars in real estate. But none of this is possible without that sacrifice. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\nSuccessful people know how to let their voice be heard. Photo Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n15. They’re Not Afraid To Promote Themselves<\/span><\/h2>\nMost people want to be well-liked by their friends. They might be afraid to brag about their skills and accomplishments. No one likes to hang around with someone that is always trying to promote or sell something to them. However, in most industries, it is completely necessary for someone to put themselves out there if they want to succeed. <\/span><\/p>\nIf you want to be noticed, you have to stand up and demand attention. Photo Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nYou’ll never get a promotion at work if your boss doesn’t remember who you are. People will not want to date you if they do not notice you in a crowd. And clients often do not want to work with someone who has not established some sort of reputation for themselves. One of the major keys to success is mastering the art of promoting yourself. You may have heard some people call it “creating a brand” for yourself. Step back and ask yourself how the world sees you. Is this how you see yourself? It is important to feel confident in your own skin and show the world that you can do whatever you dream of. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\nConfident, successful people know how to take responsibility for their actions. Photo Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n14. They Take Responsibility For Their Actions<\/span><\/h2>\nThere are two kinds of people in this world. The first are people who take responsibility for their own actions. They listen to criticism when it’s due and learn from their mistakes. Even if something is not their fault, they’ll do their best to make sure problems get resolved without trying to blame someone else. And if there is a misunderstanding, they will clear up a problem without getting defensive. This sends a message to others that they are confident in their abilities and are willing to do what it takes to succeed. <\/span><\/p>\nSuccessful people know how to work together with a team without blaming one another. Photo Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe second type of person points the finger at others. They are terrified to be “caught” making a mistake at work. So as soon as someone asks them to fix something, they are quick to blame someone or something else for the issue. They are terrified that if they take responsibility for a problem, it might get them fired. These people might mock their co-workers, or try to throw someone under the bus because they believe that by making others look bad, it makes them look more competent. The truth is that it becomes blatantly obvious to everyone around them that<\/span> they<\/span><\/i> are insecure in their own abilities. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\nSuccessful people encourage their kids to volunteer. Photo Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n13. They Make Their Kids Do Volunteer Work<\/span><\/h2>\nRich people understand the value of humility. They want their children to be grateful for what they have and give back to their community. This is why many rich parents encourage their children to do volunteer work. You might notice that some of the higher-ranking schools in your area will make their kids do a certain number of volunteer hours before they graduate as well.<\/span><\/p>\nCommunity service can help keep a rich kid feeling humble. Photo Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nOrganizations like Habitat for Humanity, The Red Cross, and the YMCA are all across the United States. Local thrift stores may need people to help them sort through clothing, or a homeless shelter might need someone to feed people in their soup kitchen. No matter where you live, there should be an opportunity to volunteer. And if you can do this together with your children, you will find that it can be an amazing bonding experience. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\nRich people are confident in themselves. Photo Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n12. They’re Confident In Their Abilities <\/span><\/h2>\nRich people usually radiate confidence. This might seem like a “chicken or the egg” sort of scenario. Are they confident because they are rich, or did they become rich because they are confident? The truth is somewhere in between. Everyone is human and we all experience self-doubt sometimes. A successful person is aware of their strengths, as well as their weaknesses. They understand that they cannot be an expert at <\/span>everything.<\/span><\/i>