Put first things first- Integrity and execution

Habit 3 – Put First Things First - the habit of Integrity and Execution

“Things that matter most must never be at the mercy of things which matter most” – Johann Goethe

Paradigm
Ineffective: I put urgent things first
Effective: I put important things first

Principle: Effectiveness requires the integrity to act on your priorities
Behavior: Focus on top priorities, eliminate the unimportant, Plan weekly, Plan Daily
Result: Increased organization and productivity, Fewer crises, A reputation for follow- through, More life balance and peace of mind.

Focus on top priorities
Although they are both important, the compass must come before the clock, because where you’re headed is more important than how fast you’re getting there.

The clock represents your appointments, schedules, and activities- how you manage your time
The compass represents your mission, direction, and values – what you feel matters most

Compass Clock
- Effectiveness - Efficiency
- Relationship - Schedules
- Important things - Urgent things


· Important : Activities that represent your values, mission, and high- priority goals
· Urgent : Activities that require immediate attention



Urgent Not Urgent
Q1 Q2
Crises Preparation
Pressing problems Prevention
Important Deadline Planning


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Q3 Q4
Needless interruptions Trivia, busywork
Not Important Unnecessary report Irrelevant phone calls
Unimportant meetings, phone calls Time- wasters
Other people’s issues Excessive internet, etc


1. What are the chronic Q3 activities in your work place?
2. How can you help reduce or eliminate these Q3 activities?