Set your standards high

Episode SIXTY ONE Set your standards high SUMMARY SECTION If we want to create and sustain high performance then we need to set our standards high. They act as our North Star and provide a framework from which we can hold ourselves accountable to actions we know we must take. James Rule positions thirteen standards that he believes are essential to optimising our performance and fulfilment. KEY TAKEAWAYS Physical appearance is a reflection of your standards Neglecting my physical health manifested itself in succumbing to Pneumonia You put yourself on the back foot by being late We need to put our oxygen masks on first and continually invest in our own growth and education Follow up meetings with class. Express your gratitude and utilise the handwritten note A lack of presence can destroy our professional and personal relationships I do not have time is not a valid excuse when we consider the time spent consuming TV, social media and news feeds. By limiting our exposure we create the time for the pursuit of our goals ABOUT THE HOST James is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors. His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level. As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives. EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT Episode 24 - What do you have to breakthrough to create your breakthrough? Episode 44 - Cultivating a growth mindset in you and your team Episode 47 - Mastering productivity - Key strategies to make very day count CONNECT & CONTACT www.thelonelyleader.co.uk The Lonely Leader's LinkedIn James' LinkedIn Instagram [email protected] THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA NEWSLETTER Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.