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Stephen R. Covey.

“Self growth is tender; it’s holy ground. There’s no higher investment.”

Stephen R. Covey (1932–2012) was an American educator, author, businessman and speaker, best known for The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

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Salt Lake City, Utah
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1932 – 2012
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“A moment of choice is a moment of truth. It’s the testing point of our character and competence.”

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Self-improvement

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

Stephen R. Covey

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Self-improvement · 1989

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

Stephen R. Covey sets out seven habits for living and working well, based on character, principles and good relationships.

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  1. Be proactiveTake responsibility for your choices instead of blaming circumstances.
  2. Begin with the end in mindKnow what you want your life to stand for, and let that guide you.
  3. Put first things firstSpend time on what's important, not just what's urgent.
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