THE SEVEN HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE

THE SEVEN HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE  - BY STEPHEN R.COVEY

Habit 1    Be Proactive

• Take initiative to get things done.

• Accept responsibility for your actions.

• Focus on things you can do something about.

• Maintain self-control even when it’s difficult.

Habit 2    Begin With the End in Mind

• Create and live by a personal mission statement.

• Display a sense of direction in life.

• Begin projects with a clear understanding of desired outcomes.

• Work toward long-term solutions, not just “quick fixes.”

Habit 3   Put First Things First

• Prioritize.

• Respect people’s time.

• Say “no” to unimportant things.

• Handle multiple tasks in organized way.

Habit 4    Think Win-Win

• Work to find win-win solutions.

• Share credit.

• Have the courage to say “no” when appropriate.

• Do not undermine others for personal gain.

Habit 5    Seek First to Understand Then to Be Understood

• Seek to understand problems before attempting to solve them.

• Listen without interrupting.

• Demonstrate sensitivity to people’s feelings.

• Seek to understand people’s viewpoints.

• Do not dominate discussions.

• Communicate clearly and concisely.

• Express viewpoints with confidence.

Habit 6    Synergize

• Seek out the strengths of others to get things done.

• Value and draw on differences in people.

• Try new ideas.

Habit 7   Sharpen the Saw

• Balance all aspects of life.

• Care for physical well-being.

• Demonstrate competence in your field.

• Take time to find enjoyment and meaning in life.