Dr Stephen Covey - 7 habits of highly effective people Flashcards
7 habits of highly effective people - what are the key points of this theory?
- Leaders need to understand themselves to be able to relate to others.
- Focus on how effective we are at managing ourselves & our relationships with others.
- 2 key beliefs:
1. Behaviour - can be learned. Power to change.
2. Habits - reflection of our principles and values.
To be effective we need to be true to our ‘character ethic’.
In contrast to our ‘personality ethic’ which is our public image, which has taken over but is superficial.
What are the 7 things of highly effective people
- Be proactive
- Start with the end in mind
- Put first things first
- Think win/win
- Seek first to understand, then be understood
- Synergies
- Sharpen the saw
- Be proactive
“I’m in control”
Focus on things you can influence and control.
Proactive & take initiative
- Start with the end in mind
Clear vision of what should be done and how.
Engage others to take responsibility & self manage by keeping vision in mind when interacting with them.
- Put first things first
Effective people know where they should spend their time.
Urgent vs important matrix.
Focus on important not urgent tasks.
Proactive not reactive.
- Think win/win
Frame of mind.
One person’s success does not need to be achieved at the expense or exclusion of others.
- Seek first to understand, then be understood
Don’t rush into things before understanding the position.
Develop effective solutions & relationships as people feel valued and understood.
- Synergise
The value of the whole is greater than the sum.
Teamwork.
Leadership - valuing differences & encouraging people to cooperate and share.
- Sharpen the saw
Persevere, review & enhance own abilities.
Balance between physical, mental, social & emotional states.
Effective people have a sense of purpose & work/life balance.
