24 successful people truly wake up (really) early

Founder David Davies / PA WIRE Virgin Group, Richard Branson wakes at 5:45 every morning - even if he is going to stay on your own private island.

Gus Lubin and Rachel sugar

They say that the early bird catches the worm, and research suggests that there may be some truth in the saying.

The awakening (or before) the sun allows executives as Mary Barra, GM and Indra Nooyi of Pepsi, in order to gain an advantage in the day, boring tasks before the world out of bed

These "extra" hours also give them the opportunity to do something creative thinking suitable for training and time to do with the family.

Ahead, 24 risers to convince no attack, repeatedly.

Max Nisen and Aaron Taube contributed to earlier versions of this article.