Forbes regularly compiles lists of affluent figures in each country. If you are wondering who they are, the most rich people Russia, how they managed to earn such a fortune, you should read this article.
First place - Vladimir Potanin
So who is the leader? The list of the richest people in Russia reveals the name of Vladimir Potanin. In 2015, his fortune was more than fourteen and a half billion dollars. His name can be regularly seen in financial news - he is associated with the commodity market. The capital is based on the shares of Norilsk Nickel. This is one of the largest metallurgical plants, whose revenue is constantly growing, which provides Potanin with a stable income. He used to be a consultant on foreign economic relations. The rating of rich people most often includes people associated with such a field, so this fact is not surprising. In addition, Potanin was Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian government for several years. However, Vladimir stands out not only for this. He is the first and only major entrepreneur of the Russian Federation participating in the Bill Gates charity program, according to which most of the state goes to charity.
Second place - Mikhail Fridman
We continue the list of the richest people in Russia. In second place is the youngest member of the Forbes list. Mikhail Fridman went a difficult path to success, starting to engage in commercial trade as a student. Then he created a cooperative that provides cleaning services, and then a grocery delivery company. All this could be on the Forbes list. Rich people of Russia often strengthen their financial situation by investing in equity packages. Mikhail Fridman, who owns Alfa-Bank and a significant portion of Vimpelcom’s assets, is no exception.
Third place - Alisher Usmanov
We continue to study the TOP of rich people. In third place is Alisher Usmanov, the entrepreneur who founded the Metalloinvest enterprise, as well as an investor in Internet companies and telecoms. The path to success was not easy - Alisher began with the production of plastic packaging. Over time, his business gained national proportions. Usmanov has a business abroad. The basis of the fortune is a mining company, but equity stakes in telecommunications companies also play a role - Alisher owns some sites, channels, and even an electronics sales network. Like some other rich people in Russia, Usmanov is interested in sports. His share in the London football club Arsenal is not related to business, it is a billionaire’s hobby. In addition to hobbies, he does not forget about charity. Alisher runs charitable foundations to help sick children, to support theater and art, as well as children's sports.
Fourth place - Victor Vekselberg
Another of the leading places was taken by an entrepreneur who is more interested than others in innovation and intellectual development. Many wealthy people in Russia build their business on raw materials. Viktor Vekselberg has a completely different approach. It is he who is related to the Skolkovo innovation center, where they are engaged in the search for unusual technological solutions. The entrepreneur believes in a better future and invests in the development of science. Already in the nineties, he worked in this field. Victor founded a company that developed software. The billionaire’s love for art is also known. He collects Russian painting. In the possession of Vekselberg there are paintings worth a billion dollars.His charitable foundation is engaged in the return of cultural heritage from other countries of the world.
Fifth place - Vagit Alekperov
The next place is occupied by an entrepreneur whose name is associated with one of the largest companies in the country. Vagit Alekperov owns Lukoil, which predetermines a priori the presence of his name in various lists of the most successful people. In addition, until 2013, Vagit also owned the Petrocommerce Bank. Then he was sold. Now he is engaged exclusively in Lukoil. The will of the businessman has already been drawn up - he transfers his entire package to his son, accompanying this with the condition of indivisibility of the shares. Businessman Alekperov is known for his active participation in the life of the country. Like many other rich people of Russia, he invests in the technical development of the state. For example, before the Olympics in Sochi, it was he who was engaged in the reconstruction of the Krasnopolyanskaya hydroelectric station.
The secret to their success
It is impossible to find the exact pattern that led all these people to success. However, there are a few rules that you can use if you want to increase your capital. Almost all the heroes of the Forbes list live on them.
So, the first rule is that you have to work hard. All the businessmen presented above started from scratch, they were assertive and extremely purposeful. Only the willingness to work, even after failure, helps to achieve maximum. Of course, luck also helps, but this is an insignificant share of success. Hard work is what matters. Only he will help to accumulate the experience necessary for making crucial decisions and become a true master of his craft.
The second rule is confidence. You should not doubt your abilities and skills. If you do not believe in yourself, starting a business is not worth it. Each successful entrepreneur differs from others in his mood. Self-confidence helps him overcome barriers that stand in his way. Only if you are confident in your goal will you achieve it.
Finally, the final rule. This is the ability to plan and save. All well-known entrepreneurs are very good at saving money. They do not spend them thoughtlessly. Frivolity in money matters is a serious mistake that should be avoided. Using these three rules, you can change your financial situation and succeed. Perhaps not everyone is destined to be on the Forbes list. But to become a wealthy and prosperous person is completely within the power of anyone who really wants to.
