8 Billionaires Who Maintain Frugal Lifestyle



7. Chuck Feeney

‘I set out to work hard, not get rich’, this is the humble motto of the co-founder of Duty Free Shoppers.

Chuck Feeney has donated more than $4 billion to disabled children and public health initiatives. It is noted that he has donated most of his charity anonymously.

Though his business cherished into billions, Feeney likes to keep a few million shares only for himself. He rarely seen to give interviews in public and has sought no recognition for his efforts.

 

8. Tim Cook

Timothy Donald “Tim” Cook is an American business executive and CEO of Apple is known to live for his modest lifestyle. He lives in a 2,400-sqaure-foot condo in Pal Alto worth $1.9 million in 2010.

His day begins at 4:30 AM by sending necessary emails; he enjoys cycling and hiking, besides that he is enthusiastic towards his work. He keeps Sunday night reserved for the staff meetings on telephone for next week planning and preparation.

He’s quoted as saying in the book Inside Apple: “I like to be reminded of where I came from, and putting myself in modest surroundings helps me do that. Money is not a motivator for me.”