Leverage Your Best Ditch The Rest

Scott Blanchard And Madeleine Homan

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leverage (leva r ij) The power to act or influence. ditch (dich) Slang, to get rid of; discard. Finally, here is a powerful tool that will show you how to take full advantage of your strengths and most positive qualities, while at the same time discarding or getting around whatever gets in your way. Scott Blanchard and Madeleine Homan, co--founders of Coaching.com, share their groundbreaking program, honed by fourteen years of high--level executive coaching and consulting.

They offer new perspectives on how to spend your precious and limited resources, time, emotions, passions, and energy to generate the best results. The three--part process begins with a twenty--five--question self--assessment, then moves on to the Three Perspectives ---- major life queries that focus on how you are perceived, your own self--image, and self--imposed limitations.

The final step, the Seven Leverage Points, offers fresh insight into the choices you make and how you conduct yourself in business and in life. You will find immediately applicable tools to appraise and manage your work environment and personal gifts. You will be guided to make tiny but crucial shifts in getting needs met and drawing boundaries. Leverage Your Best, Ditch The Rest eliminates the stupid stuff that distracts you and gets in your way.

It shows you how to capitalize on what youa ve got going for you and how to invest in yourself like a hot new stock.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Identify Your Strengths: The book emphasizes the importance of identifying your strengths and talents to leverage them for success. Knowing your strengths allows you to focus your energy on tasks that play to your abilities.

  2. Delegate Effectively: Delegating tasks that are not aligned with your strengths allows you to free up time and energy for activities where you excel. Effective delegation involves trusting others to handle tasks competently.

  3. Prioritize Tasks: Prioritizing tasks based on importance and urgency helps you focus on high-impact activities that align with your strengths. This ensures that you make the most of your time and resources.

  4. Set Clear Goals: Setting clear and achievable goals provides direction and motivation. The book may offer strategies for setting SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals that align with your strengths.

  5. Time Management: Effective time management is essential for leveraging your strengths. The book might provide techniques for managing your time efficiently, such as time blocking, prioritizing tasks, and minimizing distractions.

  6. Focus on What Matters Most: Focusing on tasks that align with your strengths and values allows you to make the greatest impact. The book may offer guidance on identifying your top priorities and saying no to tasks that do not serve your goals.

  7. Continuous Improvement: Embracing a growth mindset and seeking opportunities for learning and development helps you continually leverage and enhance your strengths. The book might encourage a commitment to lifelong learning and skill development.

  8. Build Supportive Relationships: Cultivating relationships with colleagues, mentors, and supporters can help you leverage your strengths and navigate challenges. The book may offer advice on building a strong support network.

  9. Self-Awareness: Developing self-awareness is key to understanding your strengths and areas for improvement. The book might include exercises or assessments to help you gain insight into your strengths and preferences.

  10. Celebrate Successes: Recognizing and celebrating your achievements reinforces positive behavior and motivates continued growth. The book may encourage a practice of acknowledging and celebrating your successes along the way.

Language English
ISBN-10 1841126438
ISBN-13 9781841126432
No of pages 238
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Capstone
Published Date 29 Jul 2004

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