7 Principles for Exceptional Performance: Developing Purpose, Motivation & Leadership Skills

By David Sharpley

We live in a challenging and unpredictable world, with new standards and expectations. In business, Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance themes have become increasingly important. KPMG note: 'Businesses not taking ESG seriously are beginning to lose customers, employees and financing; eventually they will become unviable' (ESG - August 2020). Future success requires fresh insight.

This book explores 7 Principles that contribute to excellence. Organizations that create 'enabling conditions' enhance people's motivation and well-being and are more likely to achieve future success.

The 7 Principles highlight factors affecting performance within organizations. They include:

Directing the Compass ...maintaining consistent values and standards
Being Positive and Proactive ...taking the initiative and understanding the context
Finding Passion and Purpose ...understanding the elements that shape motivation
Taking Effective Action...applying competencies and personal strengths
Resolving Issues ... taking prompt action to address underlying problems
Developing Resilience...responding to work demands, setbacks and disappointments
Creating Enabling Conditions ...designing a workplace that ensures future success

The Seven Principles relate to how we work, develop well-being and achieve progress. The book draws on insights from applied psychology. It explains why problems develop, what requires action, and how we can best direct energy and attention. It also includes Coaching Insights that encourage reflection.

Einstein said: You have to learn the rules of the game. And then you have to play better than anyone else. Outstanding results are not simply the result of high IQ or personality traits. We need insight, imagination and collaboration to pursue new possibilities. The book explores the thinking and action linked to outstanding results. It also answers the question: How do we create the enabling conditions that support motivation and commitment at work?

The word Pario is Latin and means 'to bring forth, to create...' The Seven Principles confirm: It's not sufficient to know that something is wrong. You also have to appreciate why it is wrong, how things might be changed, and then persuade others of the new possibilities.

The Author: David Sharpley is a UK Business Psychologist focusing on developing leadership potential. He has worked with many organizations and now designs in-depth surveys to assess motivation and performance at work. David has run MasterClass Workshops in Europe, Africa and SE Asia and been closely involved in new business development in Ghana, West Africa. His wide experience, backed by research evidence, is reflected in the 7 Principles.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1916287204
• ISBN13: 9781916287204
• Release Date: May 2020
• Publisher: Pario Publishing
• Length: 302 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"