Preparation

 To get the most out of yourself and your life, and to increase your return on the investment of your time, you should develop the habit of preparing thoroughly for every meeting and interview, both inside your company and with people on the outside. Thorough preparation takes a little time at the beginning, but can lead to tremendous savings of time later on. 

Customers always know when a salesperson is thoroughly prepared. Juries always know when the lawyer is thoroughly prepared. Prospective employers always know when the applicant is thoroughly prepared. Make it a habit to do your homework and get all of your ducks in a row prior to any meeting of importance or significance. Sometimes, the element of preparation is the critical factor that enables you to impress everyone present, and achieve great success. 

Another important habit for you to develop is the habit of punctuality. Less than five percent of people are punctual very single time. And everybody knows who they are. They stand out. They are admired and respected by others. 

Culled from Million Dollar Habits by Brian Tracy

Abdulkareem,Taoheedah Kehinde