MERIT Operating System™ (Under Development)

Future Achievement International is in the process of developing multiple character and behavioral development 'blended learning modules' that will provide individuals and organizations access to a MERIT Operating System environment, so they can go deeper with their learning for each of the MAXIMIZERS™ Principles. Outlined below are several subcategory subjects for each of the MAXIMIZERS principles that will be supported by various learning tools (interactive video, study guides, CDs, cross training exercise and other technologies, etc.). Each principle will have tools to support the coach and the participant.

MERIT Culture CQ MERIT Performance Index MERIT Profile Character-Based Workshops Character-Based Programs Certification Tracks Coaching Forums MERIT Results Indicator
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Table of Contents (Subject to Change)

  • Introduction
    • Personal Success + Professional Success = Authentic Success
    • The Powerful Blending of Intellect, Emotion and Character
    • Becoming a Champion for Positive Impact
    • The Critical Importance of Self-Leadership

ATTITUDE PRINCIPLES

  • Make Things Happen
    • The Keys to Results-Based Leadership
    • The Art and Science of Getting Things Done
    • Mastering Communication
    • Cultivating a Culture of Accountability
    • Coaching versus Managing
  • Achieve Personal Significance
    • The 6 Fears of Every Leader
    • Leveraging Strengths while Managing and Recruiting To Your Weaknesses
    • Personal Leadership and the High Performance Team
    • How a Leader Handles Personal Failures
    • Fostering a Culture of Learning
  • X out the Negatives
    • How a True Leader Handles Adversity
    • Balancing a Positive Attitude with Critical Thinking Skills
    • The Incredible Power of Thankfulness
    • Guarding the Castle
    • Problems as Opportunities for Advancement
BELIEF PRINCIPLES
  • Internalize Right Principles
    • Getting Results the right way
    • Communicating and Sustaining Important Values
    • A Leader's Role as Ethical Change Agent
    • The Powerful Influence of Stewardship
  • March to a Mission
    • Putting First Things First
    • Forging a Personal Mission
    • Aligning Personal and Professional Mission
    • Putting Diversity to Work to Achieve Big Goals

COMMITMENT PRINCIPLES

  •  Integrate ALL of Life
    • Establishing and Maintaining Personal Operating Margins
    • Cross-Training in Life's Dimensions
    • When and how to say No
    • Scheduling Your Priorities - Not Prioritizing Your Schedule
  • Zero in on Caring for People
    • Relationship Capital versus Financial Capital
    • Earning Respect a 360° View
    • Productive and Profitable Servant Leadership
    • Managing Conflict for a Win-Win Outcome
    • The Power of Affirmation - Use Technology / Relate to People
  • Energize Internally
    • Developing a Personal Brand
    • Character as the Basis of Competitive Greatness
    • Mentoring Others for Character Development
  • Realign Rigorously
    • Leading Through Difficult Change
    • Beyond Keeping Up to Getting Ahead
    • Creative Problem-Solving
  • Stay the Course
    • The Critical Effect of Synergy on Group Success
    • Creating and Maintaining Momentum
    • Fostering Perseverance
  • Conclusion (Wrapping Up)
    • From Significance to Stewardship
    • Leaving a Lasting Legacy