The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Powerful Lessons in Personal Change
About the book
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by Stephen R. Covey | Free Press ©2004 |
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384Â pages |
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brian’s take
This classic has sold 15 million copies and was the first self-development book I read back in the day (1995 to be precise). In this Note, we'll take a quick look at all 7 Habits—from being proactive (huge!) to beginning with the end in mind, putting first things first, thinking win/win, seeking first to understand, synergizing and sharpening the saw. Lots of goodness here to help us develop our character to create our ideal lives as we most fully give ourselves to the world.
"What one thing could you do in your personal and professional life that, if you did on a regular basis, would make a tremendous positive difference in your life? Quadrant II activities have that kind of impact. Our effectiveness takes quantum leaps when we do them."
Stephen R. Covey
big ideas
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Habit #1: Be Proactive |
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Habit #2: Begin with the End in Mind |
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Habit #3: Put First Things First |
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Habit #4: Think Win/Win |
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Habit #5: Seek First to Understand |
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Habit #6: Synergy |
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Habit #7: Sharpen The Saw |
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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
introduction
from the book
“I believe that a life of integrity is the most fundamental source of personal worth.
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I do not agree with the popular success literature that says that self-esteem is primarily a matter of mind set, of attitude—that you can psych yourself into peace of mind. Peace of mind comes when your life is in harmony with true principles and values and in no other way.”
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There’s a reason The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People was named the #1 Most Influential Business Book of the Twentieth Century and over 15 million (!!!) copies have been sold: It’s a powerful book.
If you haven’t read this book yet, I think you’ll dig it. If it’s been a while since you read it, it may be time for a re-read! In this Note, we’re going to take a quick look at each of the 7 Habits and help you make a “paradigm” shift into living your greatest life.
Let’s start by recognizing the fact that, as Covey advises: “Private Victory precedes Public Victory. Algebra comes before calculus.” PRIVATE victory comes BEFORE public victory. Simply: If we want all the joys of outward success, first we must master ourselves. Let’s not start by chasing outward success. Let the public acclaim flow OUT OF our own self-mastery. And may this Note be a part of the next step in your self-mastery!
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