Commitment to Character

By Jean Watterson

Commitment to Character: Achieving Success from the Inside Out, shares the power of Principled Intelligence (PQ) and its impact on both professional and organizational success. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1599301806
• ISBN13: 9781599301808
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Lifesuccess Publishing
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.0" x 0.7" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

"Stands Apart from the Others"

Wow, what a wonderful book. I can honestly say that I don't think any stone was left unturned. New twists for me were the grouping of character traits. Boiling them down into two primary groups of "Integrity" and "Self Discipline" helped me to understand the individual traits better. With the self analysis, and then the re-analysis after the character trait exam, it helps the reader to be honest about themselves. Then Jean goes on to explain how those things that have influenced us in the past help to shape our core character, the things we can do to develop our character, and how not to obsess about any one particular character trait. Balance, I like that! Her commitment to the corporate setting is clear through the entire book and that is her main purpose. Although I would argue the book would stand without the corporate connection. It would change the theme to more of a "moral value"/"self help" style topic, but it would definately work. Of course I know her main audience and purpose is the corporate setting, I was just trying to compliment her on how well she put the theme across, no matter who the intended audience. Anyway, I enjoyed the book, learned more about a topic I thought I was a self taught expert in, and I am even more convinced that I will never master any of the traits talked about in the book. But I will always practice them all. Especially that self control thing. I never seem to be able to keep my mouth shut! Congratulations and good job Jean!

Wonderful

As a small business owner I understand the importance of Character and Integrity. The principles offered in these pages are vital to any type of success that begins on the inside and then manifests as an outward triumph. Wouldn't you rather do business with people that reflect this type of foundation? Bravo to the author for addressing this very critical component to enduring prosperity.

Essential Reading!

This book and it's critical ideas are a wake-up call for professionals at any level!

The Biggest Obstacle to Your Success Could Be You

If success is not all about character, it ought to be. That's what Jean Watterson declares in her new book. "It's our character - the personal qualities and traits that we choose to develop and express in the world- that will determine how successful we become," she says. "Character is, simply put, our internal thoughts and beliefs that manifest themselves in our daily actions." Her message should resonate with CEOs and administrative assistants alike, because Watterson demonstrates the importance of character all the way down the corporate food chain. She offers definitions of character from many different sources, such as: Benjamin Franklin, Samuel Smiles, The United States Marine Corps, martial artists and a program called Character Counts!, which is used in many school systems. Some of the character traits identified are: * Sincerity * Humility * Courage * Loyalty * Perseverance * Trustworthiness * Respect * Responsibility Our impressions of a person's character are formed, not by what they say, but by what they do, she added. Watterson identifies two major categories of the character of success in business: * Self-discipline * Integrity All other characteristics needed for success fall under the scope of these two umbrella categories. The Self-Discipline Group includes: * Responsibility * Perseverance * Attitude * Patience The Integrity Group includes: * Honesty * Courage * Loyalty * Respect "In a business setting, integrity (or a lack of it) can make or break not only a career but an entire company," she says. Watterson points out that self-discipline and integrity must work together, with self-discipline controlling actions and integrity being the guiding force. All of the attributes, she point out, are "different sides of the same coin". Combining these eight attributes in the right balance creates an "overall character of success". "Applying combinations of the character strengths in a principled way to create outcomes that will serve not just you, but whoever is touched by a given situation," is what Watterson calls a person's PQ or Principled Intelligence Quotient. She says. So many people have forgotten this fundamental ingredient for success. Developing your PQ is the key to taking your career to the next level." Watterson's book includes a Character Check chapter to help the reader become more aware of any unintentional traits they may exhibit. She suggests the reader take a deep and honest look within and check for arrogance or egocentric tendencies. Then, with a solid understanding of their own character blueprint, they can begin to develop their character in ways that support success. . There are several primary influences that shape character: * Family and background * Time and era * Place/geography * Educators and mentors * Relationships * Cultural influences Each of these elements influence the internal belief system which is "the very foundation of our character...You cannot change your character with