Problem Solving

The best way to solve a problem is to get people involved in the problem.

"When people get involved in the problem, they become significantly and sincerely committed to coming up with solutions to the problem." (Covey, Stephen. Principle-Centered Leadership. P221)

Try to spend more times on relieving restraining forces as oppose to pusing driving forces.

Integrity

Of the most noblest of traits is that of Integrity.

How can we increase in Integrity?

We can become people of Integrity by making promises and keeping them. By doing this we will gain trust and by gaining trust we develop Integrity.

It is important to note the deeds we do should be based on accepted Praiseworthy principles.

If someone promises to do something bad and does it...he doesn't have integrity...at least not in my book. :0)

To start make promises to yourself and keep them. Start with small promises and then make bigger ones. By doing this you will gain self-confidence in your abilities. When you make promises to others you will make promises you can keep.

Make sure you stay true to your principles and values.

The result....INTEGRITY!

Focus!

Focus your full attention on who you are currently with. Whether it be a client, friend or spouse. Give them your full attention and see what you learn and observe. Forget about the other things you have going on or you are thinking about. Instead, really listen to what they are saying with their words, the emotion they express and pay attention to their body language. Listen with your heart! Do your best to really understand what they are saying.

Make the time you spend quality time. This way everyone gains the most benefit.

Think Globally, Act Locally

Think Globally, Act Locally was reportedly coined by David Brower for the Friends of Earth. You can see the wisdom of these words as they encourage you to have a broad perspective but to work within your sphere of influence to help accomplish your goals. This way you have achievable goals and are not overwhelmed by having overly lofty goals which are beyond your current situation.

Charity

Give charity! Giving charity helps remove the bonds of stinginess from your heart! It will make you fear more pure and happy! Giving to those who are in need is a praiseworthy trait!

"The example of those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah is like a seed [of corn] which grows seven spikes; in each spike is a hundred grains. And Allah multiplies [His reward] for whom He wills. And Allah is all-Encompassing and Knowing." (Quran 2:261)

The Secret of Success

Another tips from the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey

Tasks fit into the following scale

• Urgent & High Importance = Emergency


• Not Urgent & High Importance


• Urgent & Low Importance


• Urgent & Low Importance

The secret is to not give time to the Low Importance Tasks.

Emergency Tasks obviously have to be looked after right away.

The key is to focus your time on Not Urgent & High Importance tasks. This way you can do the tasks before they become Urgent. This allows you to do them better and on your terms.

6 Career Secrets No One Ever Told You!

Adventures of Johnny Bunko: The Last Career Guide You'll Ever Need
By Daniel H. Pink

Here are the 6 career lessons from the book.

www.johnnybunko.com

1. There is no plan.

• Don't be rigid about planning out each step well in advance . . . it's not possible to do.
• Don’t assume that by do x it will lead to y and then y will lead to z, which is your goal.
  
• Do things for Fundamental reasons, things you believe are inherently valuable.

2. Think strengths, not weaknesses.

• Build on what you're good at and avoid relying on what you aren't good at.
• These are the things that you get fully immersed in and you get a sense of energized focus.

3. It's not about you.

• Focus on what you can do for others (start with the boss) rather than what's in it for you (you can read more about this in How to Be a Star at Work).

4. Persistence trumps talent.

• Keep at it. Practice makes perfect.

5. Make excellent mistakes.

• Take on big challenges and learn from them.
• Don’t be afraid of failure to the extent you are unwilling to try anything
• Then benefits of what you learn from the mistake should exceed the mistake you made

6. Leave an imprint.

• Make a difference.
• LEGACY