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One of the most inspiring and impactful books ever written, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has captivated readers for 25 years. It has transformed the lives of Presidents and CEOs, educators and parents— in short, millions of people of all ages and occupations.
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Dun's Business Month When Stephen Covey talks, executives listen.
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M. Scott Peck author of The Road Less Traveled The 7 Habits have the gift of being simple without being simplistic.
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This twenty-fifth anniversary edition of Stephen Covey's cherished classic commemorates the timeless wisdom of the 7 Habits.
One of the most inspiring and impactful books ever written, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has captivated readers for 25 years. It has transformed the lives of Presidents and CEOs, educators and parents-- in short, millions of people of all ages and occupations.
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Millions of copies sold. New York Times Bestseller.
Named the #1 Most Influential Business Book of the Twentieth Century.
"As the seminal work of Stephen R. Covey, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has influenced millions around the world to be their best selves at work and at home. It stands the test of time as one of the most important books of our time." --Indra Nooyi, CEO of PepsiCo
One of the most inspiring and impactful books ever written, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has captivated readers for 25 years. It has transformed the lives of presidents and CEOs, educators and parents--in short, millions of people of all ages and occupations across the world. This twenty-fifth anniversary edition of Stephen Covey's cherished classic commemorates his timeless wisdom, and encourages us to live a life of great and enduring purpose.
Synopsis
Millions of copies sold. New York Times Bestseller.
Named the #1 Most Influential Business Book of the Twentieth Century.
"Every so often a book comes along that not only alters the lives of readers but leaves an imprint on the culture itself. The 7 Habits is one of those books." --Daniel Pink, New York Times bestselling author of When and Drive
One of the most inspiring and impactful books ever written, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has captivated readers for 25 years. It has transformed the lives of presidents and CEOs, educators and parents--in short, millions of people of all ages and occupations across the world. This twenty-fifth anniversary edition of Stephen Covey's cherished classic commemorates his timeless wisdom, and encourages us to live a life of great and enduring purpose.
Synopsis
This twenty-fifth anniversary edition of Stephen Covey's cherished classic commemorates the timeless wisdom of the 7 Habits.Twenty-five
About the Author
Recognized as one of Time magazine’s twenty-five most influential Americans, Stephen R. Covey (1932–2012) was an internationally respected leadership authority, family expert, teacher, organizational consultant, and author. His books have sold more than twenty-five million copies in thirty-eight languages, and The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People was named the #1 Most Influential Business Book of the Twentieth Century. After receiving an MBA from Harvard and a doctorate degree from Brigham Young University, he became the cofounder and vice chairman of FranklinCovey, a leading global training firm.
Table of Contents
ContentsPart One: PARADIGMS AND PRINCIPLES
Inside-Out
The Seven Habits -- An Overview
Part Two: PRIVATE VICTORY
Habit 1 Be Proactive
Principles of Personal Vision
Habit 2 Begin with the End in Mind
Principles of Personal Leadership
Habit 3 Put First Things First
Principles of Personal Management
Part Three: PUBLIC VICTORY
Paradigms of Interdependence
Habit 4 Think Win/Win
Principles of Interpersonal Leadership
Habit 5 Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood
Principles of Empathic Communication
Habit 6 Synergize
Principles of Creative Cooperation
Part Four: RENEWAL
Habit 7 Sharpen the Saw
Principles of Balanced Self-Renewal
Inside-Out Again
Appendix A: Possible Perceptions Flowing out of Various Centers
Appendix B: A Quadrant II Day at the Office
Problem/Opportunity Index
Index