At the risk of sounding mercenary, I’d like to point out that paying attention pays!  In fact, paying attention to the right things can pay very well indeed.

Have you ever noticed that the other person in that interesting conversation you’re having isn’t actually listening to you?

Whether you’re leading a team, an organisation, a family or just your own life, there are more things demanding your attention than you have time for. But the ones you do give your attention to will determine both the results you achieve and your experience along the way. 

There's simply no arguing the point any more. Our world (particularly the well-to-do Western corner of it that most of you occupy) has become busier, more complex, highly competitive and very, very full of distractions.  

Most of us have a fairly strong desire to be in control, and probably spend too much energy trying to satisfy that desire.

Have you ever felt the need to pay more attention, or wished those around you would use that power more effectively? A great many times I’m guessing - and it’ll probably happen again.