* Acted in plays: Shakespeare was also an actor, and he is believed to have played a number of roles in his own plays, including the title roles in "Hamlet" and "King Lear."
* Managed a theater company: Shakespeare was a member of the Lord Chamberlain's Men, a theater company that performed in London. He is believed to have been a shareholder in the company and may have also served as its manager.
* Worked as a printer: Before he became a successful playwright, Shakespeare is believed to have worked as a printer. This experience may have helped him to develop his writing skills and his understanding of the publishing industry.
* Invested in property: Shakespeare invested in a number of properties in London, including a house in Stratford-upon-Avon, where he was born. These investments helped him to become a wealthy man.