Episode 14: Habits Of Successful People

7 Habits Of Highly Effective People

Ever wonder if successful people have actions, hobbies, or behaviors in common? Most likely the answer is yes. So what are habits of successful people? In Stephen Covey's book, 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People, he reviews this in detail. In this episode, we are not only discussing the 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People summary, but we are also digging deep into some of these habits. The first half third of Covey's book deals with the self, and how changes start within. From there he discusses habits that are more interpersonal, and relational. 

Habit Of Successful People

What are some of your daily habits or rituals? If there is a behavior that you are looking to change or maybe develop, what steps are you taking to get there? We highly recommend this read and feel it has played a big role in our personal and professional development. Take a listen to this episode as we provide a review of what these 7 habits of highly effective people are according to Covey. 

Episode Breakdown –

00:45 Deep Changes Start Within Yourself

08:00 Good Leaders Stretch Their People

08:45 What Are The 7 Habits?

09:15 First 3 Habits Focus On You

12:23 Life Priorities First & Other Priorities Line Up

12:59 Focus On what You Can Control

13:40 The Time Quadrant

17:28 Reactive Vs. Proactive – Work Goals Backwards

19:27 Becoming A Better Version Of Yourself

21:00 Invest In Yourself & It Spills Over To Team

24:54 Next 3 Habits Focus On People/Relationships

28:08 How Do You Have A Win-Win?

31:42 Emotional Bank Account

35:37 Seek First To Understand

38:20 Four Levels Of Listening

39:40 Empathetic Listening; Be In Their Shoes

42:01 Synergize

46:28 If You Can Achieve Goals By Yourself, They Aren’t Big Enough

46:57 Sharpening The Saw

52:38 Difference Between A Manager & Leader

01:07:23 Biggest Takeaways