Perhaps the most important discovery in the fields of psychology and success is that fully 95% of everything that you think, feel, do and achieve is the result of habit. Beginning in childhood, you have developed a series of conditioned responses that lead you to react automatically and unthinkingly in almost every situation. ...

Often people ask me to define the word “success.” My favorite definition is this: “Success is the ability to live your life the way you want to live it, doing what you most enjoy, surrounded by people who you admire and respect.”...

LEADERS Forgetfulness. It doesn’t occur to leaders to delegate. Selfishness. The leader does not want to share my glory. Insecurity. Leader fears showing signs of weakness or being disliked. Pride. Belief that it’s the lazy way out. Perfectionism. The leader want to do the job him/herself. Lack of trust. The leader doesn’t want to lose control. No time. Belief that “I’m too busy to delegate.” ...

Create a clear and up-front understanding with a individual or within a group regarding areas of expectations in five critical areas: 1. Desired results. Communicate the scope and nature of the delegation. Explain the product you expect, but do not prescribe the methods they must use. Communicate positive trust to members regarding their ability....

1. Accept volunteers. Volunteers will be enthusiastic and responsible, but may lack some experience and competence. 2. Select skilled members. Highly competent members will complete the task, but may be over-used and unenthusiastic....