7 Habits of Highly Effective People

In "Habit 1: Be Proactive," Stephen R. Covey explores the idea Habit 1 the habit of choice. No matter what the circumstances, we still have the power to choose what we will do about things that happen to us. Habit 1 begins our journey from dependence to independence and our mastery of the Private Victory. I am a product of my choices. If I see life this way, I believe that I am responsible for my own choices, not outside circumstances or other people.

World-renowned expert in leadership and organization, Dr. Stephen R. Covey, presents an in-depth look at Habit 2 of The 7 Habits, Begin with the End in Mind. Filled with never-before-released material from Dr. Covey, this audiobook includes new and insightful examples in the author's trademark engaging speaking and teaching style. Live By Design Rather Than Default: Habit 2 is about making sure that the activities of your day contribute in a rich, meaningful way to your life's vision. In this in-depth audio program Dr. Covey reveals the way to define both present location and future direction so you are always moving in the right direction. More Than an Audiobook: This is not a reading of the Habit 2 chapter from The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People. Instead, this content is drawn from a variety of recordings of Dr. Covey teaching this important principle. The result is an intimate and thorough exploration of what it means to "Begin with the End in Mind", including relevant, current examples to illustrate the points and instruction on how to create a Personal Mission Statement. From the #1 Best-Selling Business Book of All Time: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has sold over 15 million copies.

In "Habit 3: Put First Things First" Stephen R. Covey explores the idea of Habit 3 the habit of integrity and execution. It's where we put our plans into action and follow through on them with integrity. I put important things first. Highly effective people resist the urge to put urgent things first. They have a habit of prioritizing what is important and saying no to less important things.

In "Habit 4: Think Win-Win" The Habit of Mutual Benefit Stephen R. Covey explores foundational habit for the Public Victory. Win-win is not a technique. It comes from the belief that others should be respected-that you want them to win too.

Most people typically listen with the intent to reply. Habit 5 explores the essential communication skill of listening to truly understand, which helps us to avoid reading our own autobiographies into other people's lives. It opens us up to one another's perspectives, ideas, and emotions. Then real communication can happen, new and better ideas can be conceived, and everyone involved can learn from one another.

Synergy is the essence of principle-centered leadership. It catalyzes, unifies, and unleashes the greatest powers within people. All the other habits prepare you to create synergy. Simply defined, synergy means that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. When we truly value, respect, and engage our differences, we are prepared to reach for entirely new ideas and breakthrough results.

Based on the analogy of a man too busy cutting down trees to pause and sharpen his saw, this program will help you to see the importance of renewing your most valuable asset: you. By practicing Habit 7, you will preserve and enhance your productivity in all areas of life. Dr. Covey will help you understand the four dimensions of your nature: physical, spiritual, mental, and social/emotional.