[100 Challenge] DanJi’s reading note_26

The One Thing
The surprisingly simple truth behind extraordinary results: Achieve your goals
Gary Keller
Publisher: John Murray Learning
Published: 08 JUL, 2014

It takes an average of 66 days to develop a new habit.
1. Understand and believe. The first step is to understand the concept of "only one" and then think it can make a big difference in our lives. Failure to comprehend and believe cannot lead to action.
2. Use concepts. Start the day with the question, "What is the only thing that would make everything else easier or unnecessary today?" That way, the direction of what to do becomes clear.
3. Make it a habit. If you ask a focus search question like a habit, you can use the full power of the question to achieve the outstanding results you want. This makes a difference.
4. Make sure you don't forget to take notes. Remind yourself not to overlook the focus search question. The best way is to put "I don't need everything else" in front of your desk. Let it be the bridge between successful habits and the outcome you want.
5. Get help. Research shows that people around you can have a profound influence on you. Creating a success group with a few colleagues can also go a long way toward practicing your daily habits. Get help from your family, too. Share what your 'only' is and be together.

For mental well-being,
•What is the only thing you can do to help others?
•What is the only thing that can make your faith more fulfilling?

For physical health,
•What is the only thing you can do for a diet?
•What is the only thing you can do to exercise consistently?
•What is the only thing you can do to relieve stress?

For personal life,
•What is the only thing you can do to improve your ability?
•What is the only thing you can do to make time for me?

For vital human relationships,
•What is the only thing you can do to improve your relationship with your spouse/lover?
•What is the only thing you can do to improve your child's school grades?
•What is the only thing you can do to express your gratitude to your parents?
•What is the only thing you can do to make your family more harmonious?

For work,
•What is the only thing you can do to achieve your goals?
•What is the only thing you can do to improve your professional skills?
•What is the only thing you can do for our team's success?
•What is the only thing you can do to further your career?

For the company,
•What is the only thing you can do to make our company more competitive?
•What is the only thing you can do to make our products the best?
•What is the only thing you can do to make your profits even higher?
•What is the only thing you can do to improve the customer experience?

For financial matters,
•What is the only thing I can do to increase the value of my assets?
•What is the only thing I can do to improve my cash flow?