10 Little Things Successful People Do Differently

10 Little Things Successful People Do Differently Article by Casey ImafidonSuccessful people think differently, act differently, and distinguish themselves from unsuccessful people by taking a distinctive path toward their goals.Successful people all have similar traits and similar behavior patterns. The truth is that you can be successful, too,if you learn what other successful people do. And no, that doesnt mean you have to engage inbig acts of philanthropy or innovation. Success is largely a matterofsmall things you can do every day to reach your goals.Here are 10 things successful people do daily1. They Strive for ConsistencySuccessful people are focused on meeting their objectives, and this is why they have consistent schedules. According to Rameet Chawla, founder of Fueled, having a consistent schedule aids prioritization and allows you to keep the important tasks at the top of your list.2. They Set Daily GoalsSuccessful people are clear about t heir goals. For example, Kenneth Chenault, CEO of American Express, createsa detailed plan for his day by writing down three things he wants to accomplish the next day.3. They Nurture the RightRelationshipsIn his book Tribes, Seth Godin explains there are tribes everywhere, each one made up of people hungry for connection, meaning, and change. Successful people look for support and find people they can connect with intellectually. Find your tribe and collaborate.Play off each others strengths and watch everyone grow. Jim Rohn says you are the average of your five closest friends. Who are yours?4. They Display High Emotional IntelligenceEmotionally intelligent people constantly look for ways to add value and contribute to their environments. They use their emotional awareness to think progressively and find answers to problems. This quality helps them to inspire others to be successful, too.5. They Take ActionSuccessful people take action. You cant achieve anything if you let yoursel f be paralyzed by overwhelming situations, but through action you can attain results and discover a path toward your goals.6. They Practice Positive Self-TalkWhen you use phrases like, Today is going to be a great day or I am successful, you boost your intellectual ability and improve your chances of attaining your goals for the day.7. They Stay HealthyPresident Barack Obama exercises 45 minutes per day, six days a week. A healthy mind and body is the first step to success. Your body is a vehicle to everything you achieve. Plus,physical activity doesnt only keep the body physically healthy it also improves yourmental state.8. They MeditateMeditation allows you to focus and be more productive. Oprah Winfreyhas spoken about the great benefits of meditation and how the results oftenincludebetter relationships and a morecreative mindset.9. TheyFocus on Small Steps Toward Their Major GoalsHenry Ford once said, Nothing is particularly hard if you divide it into small pieces. Successful pe ople operate according to the dominospiel effect by making small and continuous improvements every day.10. They Wake Up EarlyFrom Apple CEO Tim Cook to GE CEO Jeffrey Immelt, almost all successful people make a habit ofwaking up early.So much can be done duringthose wee hours of the day when one is free ofdistractions, meetings, and environmental noise.In the end, it takes consistent practice to be successful. Success doesnt happen by accident it happensbecause you have committed yourself to certain activities that help you reach your goals.A version of this article originally appeared on SUCCESS.com.Casey Imafidon is a full-time writer. He blogs about happiness, success, and relationships. He has been featured on Inc.com, Addicted2Success.com, ThoughtCatalog.com, and many more websites. Feel free to connect with him on Twitter and Facebook.