It's true.
No matter who you are or what you do, there are three things you have
in common with a pilot or a surgeon.
1.
A checklist. That's right; a checklist. If you are going
to be successful in any endeavor you need a checklist.
We all know
that pilots go through a pre-flight routine before they take off.
They don't do it from memory though experienced pilots probably
could. They have a list and they check off each item as it is
completed. Personally, I would rather have the pilot find the error
before the plane takes off rather than after.
Checklists
for surgeons are mandated. Completing those lists makes a significant
difference in the number of complications or fatalities resulting
from surgery. Again, I would rather the surgical team check off each
item to make sure it is done rather than discover an “oops” and
have to undergo another operation to remove scissors or sponges. How
about you?
If pilots
and surgeons use checklists, don't you think it make sense for you to
use them to keep your life on track? This article
tells the story of The Checklist Manifesto for surgeons as
well as gives suggested lists from Harvard Business Review's Justin
Bell.
2.
It's Life or Death. That may sound strong, however, it is
not in the least. No doubt we will all agree that pilots and surgeons
are in control of life and death situations on a consistent basis
because of their chosen careers.
You know
what? You are no different. The quality of your life is determined
each day by the choices you make regarding your health, your personal
life and your business life. You can choose to overeat, not exercise,
overindulge and suffer the long term consequences. Likewise, you can
choose to sit in front of the television and avoid any personal
development that will benefit your relationships. You can even choose
to stay in a dead end job that you hate rather than looking for
something else or starting your own business.
Your
choices are life or death. You can live the life of your design or
dye a long, slow death.
Which do
you choose?
3.
Corrective Action. Here's the good news. In most
instances, a pilot or surgeon can take corrective action if something
goes wrong. For sure, you can.
Look at all
aspects of your life. If it is not proceeding as you would like, take
corrective action. Put together a checklist of what you need to do to
achieve your goals—physical, financial and personal. Don't be
“tough” and do it alone. Ask for help. There are plenty of people
both online and offline who would be happy to help you.
It's your
life. Will you take corrective action?
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