Quotes

Influencer, Page 121

…there is little evidence that people who achieve exceptional performance ever get there through any means other than carefully guided practice – perfect practice.

Stumbling on Happiness, Page 121

…when people are prevented from feeling an emotion in the present, they become temporarily unable to predict how they will feel in the future.

Atomic Habits, Page 121

Once we fit in, we start looking for ways to stand out.

The Effective Manager, Page 121

Giving immediate feedback is ideal.

The Speed of Trust, Page 122

…having a mind-set of expecting to win increases our odds of winning. It helps us get better results.

How Big Things Get Done, Page 122

Notice that risk mitigation does not require predicting the exact circumstances that lead to disaster.

Atomic Habits, Page 122

…if a behavior can get us approval, respect, and praise, we find it attractive.

The Effective Manager, Page 122

Whenever possible, it’s best for managers to give feedback immediately after they see, hear, or notice the behavior.

Leading from the Front, Page 122

Anticipating change, rather than being overwhelmed by it… helps to ensure that you always have several options for dealing with unexpected news and situations.

Pour Your Heart Into It, Page 122

Big opportunities lie in the creation of something new. But that innovation has to be relevant and inspiring, or it will burst into color and fade away as quickly as fireworks.