The Habit of Personal Responsibility

Take the initiative to focus on things they can influence, instead of focusing on things they cannot.

Respond proactively.

Be responsible and accountable.

Identify things that can be controlled and influenced.

Have a positive influence on results, their environment, and others.

The Freedom to Choose

Instead of reacting to or worrying about conditions over which they have little or no control, proactive people focus their time and energy on things they can control. The problems, challenges, and opportunities we face fall into two areas—Circle of Concern and Circle of Influence

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I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions.

---- Dr. Stephen R. Covey

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People^®

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Habit 1: Be Proactive^®

Focus and act on what you can control and influence instead of what you can’t.

02

Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind^®

Define clear measures of success and a plan to achieve them.

03

Habit 3: Put First Things First^®

Prioritize and achieve your most important goals instead of constantly reacting to urgencies.

04

Habit 4: Think Win-Win^®

Collaborate more effectively by building high-trust relationships.

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Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood^®

Influence others by developing a deep understanding of their needs and perspectives.

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Habit 6: Synergize^®

Develop innovative solutions that leverage differences and satisfy all key stakeholders.

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Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw^®

Increase motivation, energy, and work/life balance by making time for renewing activities.