Like you, they are passionate, shrewd and reasonably rational – they probably see you as the nemesis. Perspective-taking reminds you that competitors are simply parties with their own interests. For instance, ruthless negotiators who have a winner-takes-all mentality may view their competitor as a nemesis. Imagining the world from another’s point of view also helps in negotiations. Successful leaders also have a habit of enriching their view of customers and employees, managing diversity and resolving conflict through perspective-taking. Evidence also suggests that perspective-taking can make teams more creative, which can lead to better decision-making outcomes, which are greatly needed in a complex, fast-paced world. Perspective-taking has consistently been found to reduce prejudice and stereotyping. It means investing effort in understanding others’ world views, motivations, intentions and emotions. Yet seeing the world through a lens of diverse vantage points – particularly those different from your own – isn’t easy. Having the skills – and the desire – to walk a mile in another person’s shoes is a habit worth harnessing. Gillian Ku, Associate Professor of Organisational Behaviour, London Business School We are human beings, not human doings – whole persons who owe it to ourselves to experience the breadth, length, height, and depth of life. While we blame external circumstances and busyness, we ultimately are responsible for our own choices. Showing weakness is seen as a sign of weakness, and a major stigma remains around mental health. Social time with friends or family has become a chore distracting you from working. Music has now become background noise, listened to only when commuting or working out. The misguided belief that one needs to be constantly on email means that it is impossible to truly relax, even on vacation. Despite virtually everyone knowing what healthy eating involves, few put it into practice and the developed world is becoming increasingly obese. Merely having a workout scheduled later in the day makes you more productive as you know you have something to look forward to.Īnd wellness is far more than just exercise. Even solo exercise, such as running, is a refreshing break from perpetual email bombardment. Group exercise classes channel energy from those around you, and a trainer gives a crucial mental break compared to having to motivate yourself. Team sports involve being part of something greater than yourself – celebrating a goal that a team-mate scored, or passing to someone else – attributes sorely missing in the business world. But the benefits of exercise are far more than just physical. The physical benefits of exercise are well known. There are few more important issues than one’s health – but health is easily neglected as its consequences are felt mostly in the long run. They prioritise physical and mental wellnessĪlex Edmans, Professor of Finance, London Business SchoolĪrguably Covey’s most famous habit is to focus on the important, not the urgent. Here are the seven patterns of highly successful people, as observed by our experts.ġ. The list has nothing to do with trends, it is based on proven values of wellness, openness, fairness, integrity and human progress.
Covey's top-seller book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. These highly effective people have achieved success by transforming habits that shape every aspect of their lives. London Business School faculty engage with successful people every day.
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