Triggers: Sparking positive change and making it last

Marshall Goldsmith

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In business - as in life - the right behaviours matter. But getting it right is tricky. Even when we acknowledge the need to change what we do and how we do it, life has a habit of getting in the way, upsetting even the best-laid plans. And just how do we manage those situations that can provoke even the most rational among us into behaving in ways we would rather forget? Triggers confronts head-on the challenges of behaviour and change, looking at the external factors (or 'triggers') - both negative and positive - that affect our behaviours, our awareness of when we need to change, our willingness (or otherwise) to do so and our ability to see the change through. 

Drawing on his unparalleled experience as an international executive educator and coach, Marshall Goldsmith invites us to understand how our own beliefs and the environments in which we operate can trigger negative behaviours, or a resistance to the need to change. But he also offers up some simple, practical advice to help us navigate the negative and make the most of the triggers that will help us to sustain positive change.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Awareness of Triggers: The book emphasizes the importance of being aware of the triggers that influence our behavior. Understanding what prompts certain actions or reactions is a crucial step in initiating positive change.

  2. Environmental Influence: Goldsmith discusses the impact of the environment on behavior and how external factors can serve as triggers. Being mindful of one's surroundings and how they shape actions is key to personal development.

  3. Daily Questions for Accountability: The author introduces the concept of asking daily questions as a tool for personal accountability. These questions help individuals assess their progress and reinforce positive behaviors.

  4. Feedback and Feedforward: Goldsmith stresses the value of feedback for personal development. Additionally, the book introduces the concept of feedforward, a future-focused approach that emphasizes positive change.

  5. The Influence of Beliefs: Exploring how deeply ingrained beliefs can act as triggers for behavior. Goldsmith encourages challenging and adjusting limiting beliefs to foster personal and professional growth.

  6. Behavioral Architecture: The book discusses designing environments that support positive behaviors and limit triggers for negative actions. This includes creating structures that promote desired habits.

  7. The No-Choice Choice: Goldsmith introduces the concept of the "no-choice choice," emphasizing that even when it seems there's no choice, individuals can still choose how they respond to a situation. This perspective empowers individuals to take control.

  8. Apologizing and Moving Forward: Acknowledging the role of accountability and the importance of apologizing for negative behaviors. The book provides insights into making sincere apologies and moving forward positively.

  9. External Accountability Partners: The author suggests the value of having external accountability partners who can provide honest feedback and support individuals in their journey toward positive change.

  10. Building Lasting Habits: Triggers delve into the process of building lasting habits by understanding the cues that initiate behaviors. Goldsmith provides strategies for creating positive habits that endure.

Language English
ISBN-10 1781257582
ISBN-13 9781781257586
No of pages 288
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Profile Books
Published Date 15 Oct 2016

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