Category Archives: Individual Productivity

Who’s Responsible Here?

Nugget: “The people who get on in this world are the people who get up and look for the circumstances they want, and, if they can’t find them, make them.”~ George Bernard Shaw Reflection drill: Once you accept that you’re the cause of all … Continue reading

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Can Anything Stop A Shared Vision?

Nugget: “Skill in the art of communication is crucial to a leader’s success. He can accomplish nothing unless he can communicate effectively.”~ Norman Allen Reflection Drill: The strongest force in nature is a shared vision. Nothing can stand in its way. Why … Continue reading

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Don’t Worry — Be Happy?

Nugget: “Whenever you’re in conflict with someone, there is one factor that can make the difference between damaging your relationship and deepening it. That factor is attitude.”~ Timothy Bentley Reflection drill: Maintain a positive expectation for every action you take. Negative emotions such … Continue reading

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Are You There Yet?

Nugget: “If you’re climbing the ladder of life, you go rung by rung, one step at a time. Don’t look too far up, set your goals high but take one step at a time. Sometimes you don’t think you’re progressing until you … Continue reading

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Why Do You Want This Done?

Nugget: “Leadership is the wise use of power. Power is the capacity to translate intention into reality and sustain it.”~ Warren Bennis Reflection drill: Get Agreement — Provide Support. The next time you delegate a task, make sure the person assigned sees how … Continue reading

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Don’t Just Learn, Do.

Nugget: “Motivation is like food for the brain. You cannot get enough in one sitting. It needs continual and regular top up’s.”~ Peter Davies Reflection drill: Immediately apply new ideas and practice until mastered. Master success skills by repeating them often. Why it matters: Knowing is … Continue reading

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Is Your Obsession Your Motivation?

Nugget: “People wait for opportunity to come along … yet it is there every morning.”~ Dennis the Menace Reflection drill: Live each of your top 10 core personal values — ALL DAY LONG. Go for what you really want in life. It will put … Continue reading

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Do You Mean What You Say And Say What You Mean?

Nugget: “Executive ability is deciding quickly and getting somebody else to do the work.”~ John G. Pollard Reflection drill:  Speak Clearly — Listen Carefully — Confirm Messages. If you’re not satisfied with what you’re getting, be more specific with what you’re asking. … Continue reading

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How Automatic Are Your High-Payoff Processes?

Nugget: “Don’t tell me how hard you work. Tell me how much you get done.”~ James Ling Reflection drill: Create highly productive systems to DO the work FOR you. Here’s a big idea. Identify the critical steps required to complete your most important … Continue reading

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Are You Willing To Risk The Chance?

Nugget: “The beginning is the most important part of the work.”~ Plato Reflection drill: Stop and think things through — BEFORE taking action. If you want a project with a happy ending, first visualize a happy beginning, middle and end. Why it … Continue reading

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