The skillset behind habbits that actually stick

Learn how to build lasting work habits using Charles Duhigg’s The Power of Habit framework. Understand what drives behaviour, and replace willpower with proven strategies that improve productivity, performance, and change adoption.

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There are no organisations or individuals without habits. There are only those who deliberately design them and those who do not.

Charles Duhigg
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Author of The Power of Habit

Habit skills that drive performance and continuous improvement

Replace willpower with proven habit strategies
Understand how habits really work and apply evidence-based techniques to build lasting personal and team habits that support performance and consistency.
Make change easier to adopt
Use habit science to reduce resistance to new processes, systems, and ways of working, supporting smoother transitions and stronger engagement during change.
Lift motivation and engagement through everyday habits
Build habits that strengthen motivation, focus, and follow-through, helping people stay engaged and invested in shared goals.
Improve ways of working through better habits
Embed productive habits that reduce inefficiencies, minimise wasted effort, and improve how work gets done across teams.

What you will learn

Participants build practical habit and behaviour change skills they can apply immediately to:
Recognise the moments where habits create friction, frustration, or limit results.
Learn the Habit Loop (cue, routine, reward) and identify the visible and hidden habits shaping behaviour.
Simplify routines so new habits require less effort and are more likely to last.
Use prompts and environmental cues to activate productive habits and reduce reliance on willpower.
Connect desired outcomes to meaningful drivers that reinforce commitment and follow-through.
Use reflection, feedback, and repetition to strengthen habits and support continuous improvement.

Learning formats

In-house Training

Best for: Teams or organisations wanting to build effective work habits, a shared approach to behaviour change, and the ability to embed habit-based performance improvements at scale.

How it works:

  • Delivered onsite in-person or live virtually
  • 1 day training
  • Tailored to your organisation’s context and real workplace scenarios
  • Suitable for intact teams or cohorts across the organisation
  • Facilitated by a Crucial Dimensions Trainer, or
  • Option to train your own internal trainer to deliver the program ongoing
Public Course

Best for: Individuals or small groups who want to build practical communication skills without organising an in-house program, or organisations looking to assess the training before a wider rollout.

How it works:

  • Live, facilitator-led virtual sessions
  • 1 day training
  • Delivered by a Crucial Dimensions Trainer
  • Open enrolment with participants from different organisations
  • Ideal for sending one or a small number of staff

Become a Certified Trainer for your organisation

Our train-the-trainer certification option provides a scalable, contextual and cost effective approach to embed The Power of Habit capability across your organisation.

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First Chapter of Book

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Tackling your organisational challenges head on

Create lasting habits that drive success and efficiency.

Establishing new personal habits can be challenging. The Power of Habit training offers insights into the science of habit formation and provides actionable techniques to develop and sustain effective habits that contribute to personal and team success.

  • Develop a clear understanding of how habits are formed and how to change them
  • Learn practical ways to build and maintain new habits
  • Enhance ability to implement and sustain productive practices

Overcome resistance and effectively embrace new methods.

Implementing new processes or digital tools can be met with resistance. TPOH training teaches you how to use habit change to ease transitions and foster acceptance, making the adaptation to new workflows smoother and more effective.

  • Reduce resistance to new processes and technologies
  • Smoother transitions during change initiatives
  • Increased acceptance and engagement with new practices

Boost team motivation and commitment through effective habits.

Teams often struggle with engagement and motivation. The Power of Habit training helps you cultivate habits that enhance team morale and drive, creating an environment where team members are more engaged and committed to their work.

  • Improve team motivation and morale
  • Enhance engagement with organisational goals
  • Increase overall productivity and satisfaction

Streamline workflows by embedding productive habits.

Inefficiencies in workflows can hinder productivity. By applying the principles of habit formation, you can create habits that streamline processes and improve efficiency, leading to more effective and organised work environments.

  • More streamlined and efficient workflows
  • Reduce time spent on redundant or inefficient tasks
  • Increase team and organisational effectiveness and efficiency

Build habits that align with and support your personal, team, or organisational goals.

Achieving long-term goals can be difficult without consistent effort and focus. The Power of Habit training provides strategies to develop habits that support goal attainment, ensuring that your efforts are consistently aligned with your objectives.

  • Greater alignment of daily activities with long-term goals
  • Enhance ability to stay focused and committed to objectives
  • Improve progress and success in achieving key targets

Learning that changes behaviour

Spot the lag

Identify where you’re not getting the results you need.

Spot the loop

Learn the Habit Loop – cue, routine, and reward.

Shrink the routine

Simplify the routine so it’s easier to do.

Cue the routine

Create a prompt or trigger.

Reduce the noise

Get rid of or avoid the cues that trigger bad routines.

Write a reward story

Identify the psychological drives behind your habits.

Turn bad days into good data

Become both the scientist and the subject.

Repeat. Repeat. Repeat.

Use visualisation to increase your reps.

The Power of Habit book

Behaviour Change Bestseller

This New York Times bestseller forms the foundation fortraining, providing essential insights into the science of habit formation. Based on Charles Duhigg’s groundbreaking work, the training equips provides strategies to reshape habits and drive sustainable success in both life and work.

  • Understand the cue-routine-reward cycle behind every habit, and learn how to adjust it to create positive and productive behaviours.
  • Discover strategies for replacing unproductive habits with ones that drive success, both individually and within organisations.

Start now—download the first chapter and start transforming your habits today!

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Let’s talk about what would work best for your organisation

A short conversation helps us understand your context and recommend the right delivery approach for your people.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Power of Habit training?

The Power of Habit training is based on Charles Duhigg’s bestselling book and focuses on providing practical strategies for developing effective personal and team habits. The training aims to enhance productivity, facilitate the adoption of new processes, and drive innovation through the deliberate mastery of habits rather than relying on willpower.

What will I learn?

The training will teach you how to:

  • Understand the science behind habit formation and how to change habits effectively
  • Develop practical techniques to build and sustain new, productive habits
  • Overcome resistance to change and embrace new methods and processes
  • Boost team engagement and morale by fostering positive habits
  • Streamline workflows to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
  • Align daily activities with long-term goals to ensure consistent progress

How long is the training and how much does it cost?

The Power of Habit training is a one-day course.

The investment for the course is $790 excl. GST per participant.

Do you offer face-to-face and online training options?

Yes, we offer both face-to-face and online training options. We are not currently running any virtual public programs for this course, but please get in touch if you are interested in running this training online within your organisation.

Do you offer customised training for my industry?

Yes, we provide customised training solutions designed to meet the unique challenges of various industries. Our expert team will work with you to create a training plan that is relevant and effective for your organisation.

Can we train our own staff to run the course?

Yes, organisations can train their own staff to facilitate The Power of Habit course. This allows you to implement the principles of habit formation effectively within your organisation, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and productivity.