EPISODE · Sep 2, 2024 · 9 MIN
Do you ACT, right or wrong?
from Business Problems Solved Podcast · host Lee Houghton
Lee explores the crucial topic of behaviours and how they impact our daily actions. He introduces the concept of ACT - Attitude, Choices, and Technique - as the key components of behaviour. He emphasises the importance of having the right attitude, making conscious choices, and executing tasks with the correct technique to achieve success in business and personal endeavours. By framing behaviors in this way, Lee encourages listeners to reflect on their own actions and consider how they can improve their attitude, decision-making, and skills. KEY TAKEAWAYS Behaviour Definition: A behavior is defined as an observed act, emphasising the importance of actions being visible and tangible. ACT Framework: The ACT acronym breaks down behaviours into Attitude, Choices, and Technique, highlighting the key components that influence actions. Attitude: Having the right attitude, whether positive or negative, plays a significant role in shaping behaviours and outcomes. Choices: Making decisions, whether right or wrong, is crucial as it allows for learning and progress while making no choice hinders growth. Technique: The execution of actions with the right technique is essential for success, emphasising the importance of honing skills and capabilities. BEST MOMENTS "The best thing you can do is make the right choice. The second best thing you can do is make the wrong choice." "And if we're here to influence habits and behaviours in everybody, then we need to help everybody act in the right way every time." "So just by thinking about making the right or wrong choices, having the right or wrong attitude and the right or wrong technique, makes me think about and perform better." HOST BIO You can contact Lee Houghton on 07813342194 [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/lhoughton/ For the last 15 years, I have been a multi-sector internal or external business improvement consultant, building the improved capability of individuals, teams and businesses. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my two young children Jack & India. I also enjoy listening to and reading business & personal development material. Lee Houghton is “THE Business Problem Solver”, a Management Consultant, CX Specialist and Keynote Speaker.
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Lee explores the crucial topic of behaviours and how they impact our daily actions. He introduces the concept of ACT - Attitude, Choices, and Technique - as the key components of behaviour. He emphasises the importance of having the right attitude, making conscious choices, and executing tasks with the correct technique to achieve success in business and personal endeavours. By framing behaviors in this way, Lee encourages listeners to reflect on their own actions and consider how they can improve their attitude, decision-making, and skills. KEY TAKEAWAYS Behaviour Definition: A behavior is defined as an observed act, emphasising the importance of actions being visible and tangible. ACT Framework: The ACT acronym breaks down behaviours into Attitude, Choices, and Technique, highlighting the key components that influence actions. Attitude: Having the right attitude, whether positive or negative, plays a significant role in shaping behaviours and outcomes. Choices: Making decisions, whether right or wrong, is crucial as it allows for learning and progress while making no choice hinders growth. Technique: The execution of actions with the right technique is essential for success, emphasising the importance of honing skills and capabilities. BEST MOMENTS "The best thing you can do is make the right choice. The second best thing you can do is make the wrong choice." "And if we're here to influence habits and behaviours in everybody, then we need to help everybody act in the right way every time." "So just by thinking about making the right or wrong choices, having the right or wrong attitude and the right or wrong technique, makes me think about and perform better." HOST BIO You can contact Lee Houghton on 07813342194 [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/lhoughton/ For the last 15 years, I have been a multi-sector internal or external business improvement consultant, building the improved capability of individuals, teams and businesses. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my two young children Jack & India. I also enjoy listening to and reading business & personal development material. Lee Houghton is “THE Business Problem Solver”, a Management Consultant, CX Specialist and Keynote Speaker.
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