6 KEY HABITS TO SUCCESS

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1 6 KEY HABITS TO SUCCESS

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Honor Commitments & Workbook Add Value & Workbook Be Adaptable & Workbook Innovate & Workbook Think Relationships & Workbook Show Transparency & Workbook Conclusion arvensegroup.com

3 The Arvense Group believes six key HABITS exist that will help you develop a productive and engaged culture in your company. We hope that by utilizing this guide, you develop a clear understanding of these principles and how they affect your ability to build business relationships and succeed as a professional in your industry. HONOR COMMITMENTS ADD VALUE BE ADAPTABLE INNOVATE THINK RELATIONSHIPS SHOW TRANSPARENCY Each of the HABITS are followed with insightful questions that will help you integrate these concepts into your daily activities. INTRODUCTION 3

4 HABITS #1: Honor Commitments Developing and maintaining mutual trust is intrinsic to long-lasting relationships and successful end results. Personal accountability and honoring one s commitments are the keys to developing this kind of trust. There are three main considerations to make when accepting commitments and attempting to fulfill them: Acknowledge the full commitment: Know the level of dedication it will take and determine if you can follow through on expectations. Determine the consequences: Awareness of how fulfillment of this commitment will affect others is necessary as you accept it. Create professional value: You build your integrity and a positive reputation through honoring commitments. 4 HONOR COMMITMENTS arvensegroup.com

5 WORKBOOK 1. Name three business commitments I am currently attempting to fulfill: What are the three biggest challenges I incur as I accept commitments in life or business? Name ways that I can overcome the challenges listed in question What happens if I don t complete the commitments I ve accepted? HABITS #1 WORKBOOK 5

6 HABITS #2: Add Value Your daily goals should always include adding value to the world around you. Whether it s adding value as a professional in your industry or becoming a better person in life, being a positive influence should always be your intention. While there are multiple ways to add value to your world or organization, consider these as a foundation: Stay focused on the right tasks: Develop objectives and goals to maintain effort toward productive ends. Avoid distractions. Work autonomously: Work without close supervision and possess sound judgment to make decisions aligning with the organizational goals. Maintain a positive attitude: Make positive contributions to the organizational morale. Successful organizations have no room for persistent negativity. Be a solution provider: Identify opportunities and solutions instead of problems. 6 ADD VALUE arvensegroup.com

7 WORKBOOK 1. What ways do I add value as an employee or leader? 2. What are the top 3 areas of opportunity to add more value in my organization? Name three things I could have done differently this past week to add more value to my work HABITS #2 WORKBOOK 7

8 HABITS #3: Be Adaptable The world is constantly changing, making global markets smaller and the world of opportunity greater. As this change seems to occur at an accelerated rate, the race that used to be won by the biggest company is now mastered by the fastest. Successful professionals face this rapidly evolving world with an equation that guarantees they will overcome obstacles: Challenge + Response = Success. In the equation, every response should align with Be Adaptable. Professionals must develop new responses in the face of obstacles and challenges. Being adaptable is essential. Being adaptable leads to new developments, innovations and creative ideas. It guides leaders to new technologies, advancements and exploration. 8 BE ADAPTABLE arvensegroup.com

9 WORKBOOK 1. What areas of my business do I need to adapt to become more competetive? 2. What are my biggest obstacles to acting on be adaptable? 3. Name three ways I could become more adaptable professionally HABITS #3 WORKBOOK 9

10 HABITS #4: Innovate Innovation is a key to success. Dreaming, brainstorming and exploration of inspirations can lead to solutions and opportunities that spark economic growth, leverage new technologies or drive otherwise positive change. Innovation is often the response to necessity or the logical next step in a strategic plan. Dreaming big is encouraged: the real game changers are radical and develop ideas never conceived previously. Don t be afraid of a new idea, simply because it hasn t been done before. Innovation doesn t just mean new ways of manufacturing or development of a new product. It can be fresh perspectives in alliance creation or joint venturing. It can come about abruptly and bring significant change to an organization, or innovative methods can be implemented gradually to acclimate all involved. 10 INNOVATE arvensegroup.com

11 WORKBOOK 1. Innovation can be big or small. Name three ways I ve been innovative in my career How have I observed innovation work positively in my organization? 3. What are some innovations I d like to see implemented in my company? HABITS #4 WORKBOOK 11

12 HABITS #5: Think Relationships Every successful professional has strong relationships with others in her industry. Collaboration of efforts, resources and knowledge makes everyone involved stronger and more prosperous. However, establishing and sustaining these relationships take effort. Here are some tips to keep in mind: Develop Relationships Listen and observe to discover your colleague s values and interests. Share your own objectives after learning about your peer s. Nurture Relationships Demonstrate respect. Exhibit common courtesy and consideration. Avoid prioritizing success and results over relationships. Relationships that make you and your company stronger can take your company to unparalleled levels of success. However, if you consistently ignore this habit, you will find life far less enjoyable and success much more difficult. 12 THINK RELATIONSHIPS arvensegroup.com

13 WORKBOOK 1. Who, if anyone, should I work on improving relationships with? 2. Whats steps can I take to improve these relationships? HABITS #5 WORKBOOK 13

14 HABITS #6: Show Transparency Effective communication is, often, a differentiating factor between success and failure. But, many professionals assume that their communication is effective, when it s actually counterproductive. What is the key element to effective communication in business? The ability to show transparency. Three components allow professionals to adeptly show transparency: Identify who you need to communicate with and target your message accordingly. Communicate clearly and concisely with informative messages containing pertinent details. Align your expectations with your audience by defining what you desire from them. When individuals understand your intentions and the information you are presenting, there is less room for confusion and doubt. Show transparency with clear communication. 14 SHOW TRANSPARENCY arvensegroup.com

15 WORKBOOK 1. How have I been confused or misled in the past by unclear communication? 2. Name some ways trust becomes an issue when a company fails to be transparent. 3. What methods can I implement to demonstrate transparency in my everyday tasks at work? HABITS #6 WORKBOOK 15

16 Success results from exhibiting positive habits consistently to achieve goals and overcome obstacles. We hope this guide will influence your actions and enable you to implement these useful HABITS as your own. The Arvense Group leads with expertise and knowledge. Contact us today to learn more about how we can work with you and your organization to gain a competitive advantage and position you for success. Call us: arvensegroup.com