James Clear: Atomic Habits

James Clear is an author and speaker focused on habits, decision-making, and continuous improvement. He is a regular speaker at Fortune 500 companies and his work is used by teams in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. He’s the author of the new book, Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones*.

Key Points

Goals are great for deciding what direction you want to head, but to actually get there it’s all about your systems.

Results aren’t what needs to change; the processes and habits are what need to change.

Start with the identity you want for yourself and build your habits to reinforce that identity.

Your habits are what prove your identity to yourself.

Habits are like compound interest for self-improvement.

Bonus Audio

How habits reinforce your identity

Resources Mentioned

Atomic Habits* by James Clear

James Clear on Annual Reviews

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