11 Pax for Toby Talks this morning at Summit Birkdale with no shortage of things to talk about. Something that was a common thread and heavily relatable was personal drive and motivation — that is to say, what may have motivated us in the past may not be what motivates us today, and when that shift takes place, how do we rekindle that same level of energy to accomplish things in our livesl both personally and professionally?
The conversation led YHC to dust off my copy of one of those very cliche business books that is usually toward the top of a Google search or handed out after a leadership seminar. There's a reason Stephen Covey's "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" still resonates, however.
Habit 1: Be Proactive®
Focus and act on what you can control and influence instead of what you can’t.
Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind®
Define clear measures of success and a plan to achieve them.
Habit 3: Put First Things First®
Prioritize and achieve your most important goals instead of constantly reacting to urgencies.
Habit 4: Think Win-Win®
Collaborate more effectively by building high-trust relationships.
Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood®
Influence others by developing a deep understanding of their needs and perspectives.
Habit 6: Synergize®
Develop innovative solutions that leverage differences and satisfy all key stakeholders.
Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw®
Increase motivation, energy, and work/life balance by making time for renewing activities.