The morning routines of CEOs and founders, from Airbnb's Brian Chesky to Microsoft's Satya Nadella

Melinda French Gates said she kayaks during the warmer months. Mustafa Yalcin/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images CEOs are often known for their unique morning routines where they optimize productivity. These routines include activities like meditation and reading customer feedback. One boss said he does his morning exercise on an empty stomach. When your daily work schedule involves running a company, starting off your morning right can be crucial. Their days tend to start early and can end pr...