You’ve read all the articles and books that promise you success if you have a list of certain habits. You can do a quick Google search and you’ll find different lists with different habits. They all promise you that these are the habits of successful people and will make you succeed. And yet, those people succeed, and you don’t. Why are the habits of successful people working for them and not for you?
Why do some people succeed, and you don’t?
It’s got to do with the fact that human behaviour is complex, and we can’t use a “one-size-fits-all” approach. You need different habits to be successful in different environments. These lists don’t consider your unique situation. Not all habits are developed at the same intensities. Some of your habits might be stronger than others. Because you are unique, your habits make a difference to the success you will achieve.
Let’s take the habit of innovation for example. When you are working in an environment where you must follow certain processes and stick to them, your habit of innovation will land you in trouble sooner or later. Whereas, innovation will come in handy if you are working on a cure for Covid-19.
Another example. The propensity to hand-off will be a valuable habit in an environment where you are not in full control of a project from start to finish. But, if your habit is to own rather than hand-off, you’ll have a hard time working on this project.
Why is it important to know your habits?
Well-developed habits do not change. You can learn new habits but if you are faced with a situation that triggers specific behavioural patterns, you will fall back into your old habits. That is why knowing your habits are more important to your success than following a list of 10 or so habits that has made someone else successful.
How do you find out what your habits are?
With over 20 years of research, various case studies and some complicated algorithms, the researchers at Shadowmatch has come up with a set of questions to map your behavioural habits.
How will your habits ensure success?
Your habits play a big part in how you interact with your environment, and holds the key to your success. If you know what makes you tick, chances are you will better engage in environments that are conducive to your habits. Knowing your strong points will benefit you in both your relationships, and your workplace. Better relationships, happier workplace and success for you.
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