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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People is recognized as one of the most influential books ever written. In this seminal work, Stephen R. Covey presents a holistic, integrated, principle-centered approach for solving personal and professional problems. With penetrating insights and pointed anecdotes, Covey reveals a step-by-step framework for living and working based on
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Mass Market Paperback, 15th Anniversity Edition, 372 pages
Published
October 31st 2004
by Pocket Books
(first published August 15th 1989)
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May 04, 2009
K.D. Absolutely
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This was the book that made Stephen Covey at familiar name in the workplace in the 80’s and 90’s. We were asked to read this in relation to a company-wide training on the same in the mid 80’s and my friends from other companies were also required to undergo the same training. The 7 habits will always be applicable as they are all based on common sense. However, there are some that was new during the 80’s like the paradigm shifting and the visualization. Now we have the “secret” – law of
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This was recommended to me by a dear friend as I have been going through some stress/overwhelment and finding I need some time management and organizing my schedule tips. Covey also teaches/reminds me to avoid/better manage "time wasters" in favor of focusing on what matters most (well noted!). My only complaint--it reads like a boring textbook. Perhaps this should be given to students while they can still tolerate it? I enjoy nonfiction but I like the writing to be smooth. And sometimes he goes
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If only humans were robots...
If you were a paraplegic who had just fallen from an 11-story-building, and the by-standers shot you with automatic rifes and blew you with 100 grenades, leaving you behind as an amorphous mixture of blood and flesh. You would not have to worry. You are not your cirumstances.
The author, Stephen R. Covey, passed away in July this year. Rest in peace. He left a positive mark and this needs to be appreciated.
Now to the book...
I bought it about 2 years ago, but never ...more
If you were a paraplegic who had just fallen from an 11-story-building, and the by-standers shot you with automatic rifes and blew you with 100 grenades, leaving you behind as an amorphous mixture of blood and flesh. You would not have to worry. You are not your cirumstances.
The author, Stephen R. Covey, passed away in July this year. Rest in peace. He left a positive mark and this needs to be appreciated.
Now to the book...
I bought it about 2 years ago, but never ...more
I don't dislike books often and I don't read self help often. Last year I decided that I wanted to explore new genres and looked around for what was considered a must read in the self help section and found 7 Habits. I'm normally a decently fast reader but this book, at 358 pages, took me 13 months to finish. I couldn't bring myself to read more than a few pages at a time, I just disliked it that much.
It's not that the book itself is horrible. It's just that the information it attempts to teach ...more
It's not that the book itself is horrible. It's just that the information it attempts to teach ...more
Excellent system for getting more out of life and becoming more who we want to be. Like any such system, it can only work to the extent that you put it into practice, but consistent application of its principles does generate positive change. I find this book to be excellent on re-reading as well. It never fails to inspire me with hope and determination. We really do have enormous amounts of power to change our lives, far more than we usually realize. Showing us that power, and how to put it to
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Jan 06, 2008
David
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1. Join Mormon church
2. Read self help books
3. Create own self help book
4. Go on speaking tours
5. Get on television
6. Repeat crap from book
7. Sit back and enjoy the money rolling in
2. Read self help books
3. Create own self help book
4. Go on speaking tours
5. Get on television
6. Repeat crap from book
7. Sit back and enjoy the money rolling in
Stephen Covey and everybody who pressed this book into my hands with earnest expressions, telling me how it will change my life and make me a better person, can all go to hell.
this is my dads book but i was bored, so i read it. i uhh,, liked the images?? too philosophical for my ass right now
Jul 21, 2017
Melanie Mole
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it was amazing
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I have read this book several times now. It remains one of the best inspirational books around.
Not a book I would have gotten myself... But as a rule, I will read all books I receive as gifts. It is one of them.
I found myself agreeing with all key messages and intended takeaways. Some of them are so well ingrained into common sense and ‘business speak’ that all seven principles are well familiar without reading a book. I guess back in 1989 it was coming across much punchier.
While agreeing with the key messages, I doubt I will recommend this read to others. It comes across quite ‘preachy’, ...more
I found myself agreeing with all key messages and intended takeaways. Some of them are so well ingrained into common sense and ‘business speak’ that all seven principles are well familiar without reading a book. I guess back in 1989 it was coming across much punchier.
While agreeing with the key messages, I doubt I will recommend this read to others. It comes across quite ‘preachy’, ...more
Sorry, I can't review this book because I'm going to reread and apply it. I think I'll be busy changing my life and seeing if it actually works. T'll then: I hope the best for every single one of you in your life and I would highly recommend reading it.
I started this book a long time ago and never got to finish it. Because at some point I found out that there is no such thing as "perfection". There is no "highly effective people". There is "us"; and "us" cannot be perfect. Ever. All we have to do is to accept it and then just Try not hard but smart enough to be the best version of ourselves. If there are flaws, let it be & don't overreact for the mistakes you've made.
Have a plan. Stick to it. Try to be better each day a little bit more ...more
Have a plan. Stick to it. Try to be better each day a little bit more ...more
I know I was supposed to fall down and worship the ground that Mr. Covey walked on after I read this book. I am sure it is a fine book for some people. But not for me. I could not take the sheep mentality that this book creates. I am supposed to repeat the mantras in this book and practice the principles so I can be like everyone else that has read this book. Ummmmm...no? They are actually teaching these principles at the school where I work and my kids come home with these little platitudes
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Jul 29, 2016
Dana
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Wow... I knew everyone liked this book, but I didn't know why. Yeah, I was sceptical, as always. But now I truly understand the reason behind all this hype.
Honestly, I started to understand myself better after reading this book. And my family. Now I can see how blind I actually was. I'm glad I've read this book now. And I will definitely reread it after some time.
There are some things we have to constantly remind ourselves, unfortunately. Human's memory is very inconvenient thing.
Honestly, I started to understand myself better after reading this book. And my family. Now I can see how blind I actually was. I'm glad I've read this book now. And I will definitely reread it after some time.
There are some things we have to constantly remind ourselves, unfortunately. Human's memory is very inconvenient thing.
This book is like a bible personal development book. It has soooooo much content in it. Definitely a re-read! Second time reading it I will take notes. I also bought the book too.
There was surprisingly a lot about how to deal with your children, as well as how to deal with others. It had a How to Win Friends and Influence People feels to it.
There was surprisingly a lot about how to deal with your children, as well as how to deal with others. It had a How to Win Friends and Influence People feels to it.
An inspiring book!
Boring at first but gets your attention after all
I think I might read it again in the near future just to make sure I understood everything :D
4/5
Boring at first but gets your attention after all
I think I might read it again in the near future just to make sure I understood everything :D
4/5
The 2 habits that got me through this book: rolling my eyes and gritting my teeth
Still very relevant, thought provoking.
Why I Read this Book: There is nothing more valuable than personal development and improvement. This got me off to a wonderful start.
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Stephen Covey is an absolute master mind when it comes to personal change. I received this book from my family one Christmas while I was at university. At first I was skeptical; no I should say I was pessimistic. That is a bit more honest. Does it not seem that most people perceive books on personal change and self improvement in a negative way? Pretty ...more
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Stephen Covey is an absolute master mind when it comes to personal change. I received this book from my family one Christmas while I was at university. At first I was skeptical; no I should say I was pessimistic. That is a bit more honest. Does it not seem that most people perceive books on personal change and self improvement in a negative way? Pretty ...more
I know a number of people who rate this book seemingly more highly than any other, and maybe that is a good enough reason to leave well alone, given the constant sell that Facebook is giving me over Shades of Grey. I should have been warned, but there you go.
There is much wisdom here, let that not go unsaid. There are some very wise ideas and a number of insightful anecdotes to show how the effective habits secure financial wealth, generate business and mend relationships. Okay, there's nothing ...more
There is much wisdom here, let that not go unsaid. There are some very wise ideas and a number of insightful anecdotes to show how the effective habits secure financial wealth, generate business and mend relationships. Okay, there's nothing ...more
Jun 01, 2018
Iman Shabani
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it was amazing
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Already on my 2nd read, I can tell you with certainty, that this one is a keeper, a must-read for you, and anyone you care about.
With this book, Stephen Covey proved that you could write a non-fiction book that will be as relevant and as interesting after 30 years, as it was the year it was published and became a best-seller.
Do yourself a favour and put this at the top of your reading list, you might think this is yet another one of those books that look interesting, but lack enough relevancy, ...more
With this book, Stephen Covey proved that you could write a non-fiction book that will be as relevant and as interesting after 30 years, as it was the year it was published and became a best-seller.
Do yourself a favour and put this at the top of your reading list, you might think this is yet another one of those books that look interesting, but lack enough relevancy, ...more
I am a believer in fiction. Constantly pondering over the thousands of stories I have read and been told helps me realize I am not alone, helps me sympathize with those around me, helps motivate me to action when I know disastrous ramifications would follow my current course, helps me maintain a positive emotional homeostasis. With literature, I craft my own path to happiness given an infinite quantity of possible molds.
I am not a believer in salesmanship scams. Marketing seven ambiguous phrases ...more
I am not a believer in salesmanship scams. Marketing seven ambiguous phrases ...more
Jan 14, 2008
Tiffany
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Recommends it for:
Anyone who wants to improve their life and the lives of others.
A wonderful book! Stephen Covey is amazing! It's wonderful to think that such awesome things can come from the mind of one person.
It has been a great reminder to me that I need to progress as much as possible in this life, and live a life based on truth, values, and correct principles. ANd that multiple people working together can do a *lot* more than the equivalent of what they can all do working alone.
We have the choice to live a happy and productive life, or not. We don't need to blame other ...more
It has been a great reminder to me that I need to progress as much as possible in this life, and live a life based on truth, values, and correct principles. ANd that multiple people working together can do a *lot* more than the equivalent of what they can all do working alone.
We have the choice to live a happy and productive life, or not. We don't need to blame other ...more
Dec 05, 2015
Lisamarie Landreth
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it was ok
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Are you sensing a theme? This month I focused on inspiration for building habits for living better in 2016. 7 Habits of Highly Successful People is such an icon I couldn't complete my study of habit without it. This book is a great source of lesser known quotes which I enjoyed adding to my collection. Unfortunately, the rest felt pedestrian and verbose, with analogies on anecdotes on trite expressions for concepts that were self-explanatory. For example, habit #1 "Be Proactive" in my own words:
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**** This is a marvelous book that defines what every person who works should know.
What do people want most?
Once I found that out, I was a better co-worker, a better employee, and a better person !!!
Valuable information; a worthwhile book for everyone.
Highly recommended ! You will learn a lot !
What do people want most?
Once I found that out, I was a better co-worker, a better employee, and a better person !!!
Valuable information; a worthwhile book for everyone.
Highly recommended ! You will learn a lot !
OK, so I had a huge problem with the fact that the author doesn't actually really name the habits. He mostly references them as "first habit" or "fifth habit" and there's not much explanation about what that particular habit was about. To be honest, I realised that we are on to habits only when in the "third habit" the previous two habits were mentioned.
I mean that is a pretty big issue when you are revisiting or reading his answers to some questions.
Some of the things made a lot of sense, but ...more
I mean that is a pretty big issue when you are revisiting or reading his answers to some questions.
Some of the things made a lot of sense, but ...more
this book was ineffective in teaching me how to be effective.
Great book
Dec 01, 2016
Liza Fireman
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I had higher expectations from this book. It did not live up to my expectations, it was just ok. Maybe because I have read many management books, nothing revolutionary came out of it. (I was a lot more disappointed about the very outdated How to Win Friends and Influence People, but there I was also disappointed that he basically suggested to almost-deceive other people by being "interested").
I loved the description of coaching, which the author calls "stewardship delegation". Mostly it is what ...more
I loved the description of coaching, which the author calls "stewardship delegation". Mostly it is what ...more
Jul 03, 2008
Beth
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Recommends it for:
folks looking to increase their productivity
When I told someone that I had just finished "7 Habits", they remarked, "Covey sets a very high bar." I guess I hadn't thought about it that way, because I was too busy flogging myself for all of the time that I was wasting on what he referred to as Quadrant 1 & 3 activities.
Aside from reading the book, I also borrowed each habit on cd from the library. The audio recordings were released recently (within the last 3 years) and I felt that they really helped to distinguish the material. The ...more
Aside from reading the book, I also borrowed each habit on cd from the library. The audio recordings were released recently (within the last 3 years) and I felt that they really helped to distinguish the material. The ...more
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