Brainware Flashcards
What does the addictive voice surface as in your brain?
The addictive voice says: “I” want to do X, or “I” want this thing that’s not good for me.
Once you recognize the addictive voice as “I”. How do you react?
Oh wow “it” wants to do X.
But I don’t.
I’m moving on.
You hear “I’m feeling” X (insecure, like a failure, not up for it).
It doesn’t feel like it. I don’t feel that way. This feeling isn’t in the room, this feeling isn’t in my environment. This feeling is only felt by “it”.
I’m going to obsess and visualize a better future.
What should you focus on instead of elaborating on your misery?
Finding the one seemingly impossible way out of your current mess
This emphasizes the importance of proactive problem-solving over dwelling on past mistakes.
What is advised to spend zero time on?
What you could have done
This suggests that reflecting on past actions is unproductive.
What should you devote all of your time to?
What you might do
The focus should be on future actions and possibilities.
What is the overall message regarding external perceptions?
Nobody cares; just run your company
This highlights the importance of focusing on your business rather than worrying about others’ opinions.
What is considered one of the highest-leverage activities a manager can perform?
Training
How many hours of preparation are counted for each hour of course time in the training example?
Three hours
How many total hours of work does the manager expend for the training of four lectures?
Twelve hours
If there are ten students in the class, how many total hours will they work for the organization the next year?
Twenty thousand hours
What is the equivalent gain in hours of work for the company with a 1 percent improvement in performance?
Two hundred hours
Fill in the blank: The training efforts result in a _______ improvement in subordinates’ performance.
1 percent
True or False: The training results in a 2 percent improvement in performance.
False
