Before coffee, before breakfast, I put on a suit. The moment I do that, I am mentally ready for the day. A perfectly pressed shirt is absolutely necessary. It's the key; especially in our business where appearance means so much. I'm always trying to tell my employees how important a pressed shirt and pants are. I really believe that the way someone presents themselves is a reflection of their personality and their work and lifestyle.

During the week, I eat oatmeal with some fresh berries. My wife is the healthy one in our relationship, so I let her make it. No workouts for me in the morning. I get to the gym after work to clear my mind from the day.

I take my coffee black or an Americano. Marlow and Sons is a shop near my home that I try to visit every morning. I walk over before I head off to work. The whole experience of saying hello, engaging in a little small talk is very enjoyable to me—the routine of seeing the same people every morning is therapeutic.

I'm in a fortunate position to be happy going to work everyday. I've always thought that you're the only person who can tell you what to do. I try my best to surround myself with positive, happy people that I can learn from. I don't particularly believe in stress; I just have a lot to do. Stress is self-inflicted. And periods of reflection—including the quiet moments of the morning—are an integral part of my success.