The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People®
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.
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
Focus and act on what you can control and influence instead of what you can’t.
Define clear measures of success and a plan to achieve them.
Prioritize and achieve your most important goals instead of constantly reacting to urgencies.
Collaborate more effectively by building high-trust relationships.
Influence others by developing a deep understanding of their needs and perspectives.
Develop innovative solutions that leverage differences and satisfy all key stakeholders.
Increase motivation, energy, and work/life balance by making time for renewing activities.
