The 7 Habits for Managers: Managing Yourself, Leading Others, Unleashing Potential

Habit 1: Be proactive
Use your resourcefulness and initiative to break the barriers to results.

Habit 2: Begin with the end in mind
Make the great contribution you are capable of making.

Habit 3: Put first things first
Focus on a few "wildly important goals" and track your progress.

Habit 4: Think win-win
Make Win-Win Performance Agreements to motivate superb performance.

Habit 5: Seek first to understand, then to be understood
Practice Empathic Listening and give honest, accurate feedback.

Habit 6: Synergize
Always seek the Third Alternative—the truly creative solution or decision.

Habit 7: Sharpen the saw
Unleash the potential of your team members by tapping the "whole person."