Last week I asked the readers of my newsletter what they want me to write about. I received many helpful responses, which is honestly the best input I can get as a writer.

After all, I write for you.

One common theme among readers was: What should you focus on when you’re starting new?

I received this question from people in their 20s, as well as from people in their 30s and 40s who want to reinvent themselves after facing challenges.

To me, the most important thing is to start at the foundation, which is yourself.

If you can build strong habits and develop the traits of high achievers, it’s only a matter of time before good things happen to you.

So let me give you 6 traits and habits that I’ve observed among the high achievers that I’ve spent time with over the years.