Stephen Covey "Seven Habits of Highly Effective People"
is a highly successful book filled with timeless ideas about the kind of
attitude is common among individuals who demonstrate the best and most
efficient performance in work and life. It has been regarded as being highly
relevant to the job and millions of people have put the principles to action,
reaping the rewards as a result. Here are 7 habits and what you should do to
implement each.
Be proactive.
Being proactive means recognizing and accepting responsibility.
Only by doing this that you can begin to take action on your goals and make
them come true. By being proactive, the individual is no longer the only part
of mainstream life and work. He became an active participant, eager to make
changes and not be constrained by the situation.
Begin with the end in mind.
Start by formulating your own 'personal mission statement. This
will be your life's purpose and will be the guide that you will act, think,
speak and make decisions. For organizations, this practice began with the
creation of the company's mission statement, which becomes more effective and
meaningful if formulated and followed by everyone in the organization.
Placing priority.
Learned to prioritize things in a certain period and establish
criteria for long-term goals you set. Learn to delegate and practice the art of
time management.
Think Win / Win.
Go for a solution where the end result will be mutually beneficial
for all parties, regardless of what view they choose to take. This will meet
the expectations and needs of each member, also help prevent or resolve
conflicts.
Seek first to understand then be understood.
Before you tell someone what to do, learn about the person and
situation. If you have to give advice, do so only after you have established a
relationship with that individual. If not, whatever you offer will be rejected.
Synergy.
Working with a team and learn the art of solving problems.
Implement the decision-making as a collaborative effort, the product of many
individual differences, strengths and contributions. Learn to see the
innovation and use it to your advantage. This team is the lifeblood of the
organization, so learn how to harness it.
Sharpen the saw.
You can not thrive in life if you do not grow. Keep yourself sharp
by making sure that you will be updated and that you have a good sense of
self-renewal. Select events for what they can contribute to your growth as a
person.
