Habit 6: Synergize - The "High" Way

Synergy is...

• when the whole is greater than the sum of the parts.

• working independently.

• thinking you're always right.

• compromise.

Meaning of the prefix "syn"...

• not or the opposite of

• reverse or change

• very big or important

• together or with

Meaning of the suffix "ergy/energeo"...

• state or quality of

• work

• state of being

• position held

What is the best example of synergy in nature? Give a description on how the synergy operates.

To synergize is to practice the habit of what?

• highly effective teens

• creative cooperation

• #6

• daily meditation

_____ _____ is what really drives synergy.

• Valuing differences

• Promoting teamwork

• Winning attitude

• Brainstorming together

What should differences be seen as?

• strengths
• obstacles

• weaknesses

• prejudice

What do differences add to life?

• zest
• stress

• stereotypes

• ignorance

Approaches to Diversity

Level 1: (a)   diversity

(afraid of differences; their way is the 'only' way; ridicule those who are different)

Level 2: Tolerate diversity

Level 3: Celebrate diversity

Approaches to Diversity

Level 1: Shun diversity

Level 2: (a)   diversity (they don't shun diversity, but don't embrace it either; see differences as hurdles; they "put up" with your differences:

Level 3: Celebrate diversity