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Stephen Covey - Motivational Quotes & Biography

 

"The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing."

"Seek first to understand, then to be understood."

"The key is not to prioritize what's on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities."

"The way we see the problem is the problem."

"Habit is the intersection of knowledge (what to do), skill (how to do), and desire (want to do)."

"Most of us spend too much time on what is urgent and not enough time on what is important."

"Live out of your imagination, not your history."

"I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions."

"To achieve goals you’ve never achieved before, you need to start doing things you’ve never done before."

 

"The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing."

"Treat a man as he is and he will remain as he is. Treat a man as he can and should be and he will become as he can and should be."

"We are not human beings on a spiritual journey. We are spiritual beings on a human journey."

"The key to success is dedication to life-long learning."

"Motivation is a fire from within. If someone else tries to light that fire under you, chances are it will burn very briefly."

"I teach people how to treat me by what I will allow."

"Trust is the glue of life. It’s the most essential ingredient in effective communication. It’s the foundational principle that holds all relationships."

"Two people can see the same thing, disagree, and yet both be right. It's not logical; it's psychological."

"The only way to change someone’s mind is to connect with them from the heart."

"The more we give to others, the more we have for ourselves."

"I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions."

"The key is not to prioritize what’s on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities."

"The more people we serve in effective ways, the more we become needed, appreciated, and valued."

 

"Start with the end in mind."

"Most people do not listen with the intent to understand; they listen with the intent to reply."

"The way we see the problem is the problem."

"I teach people how to treat me by what I will allow."

"I am not a human being having a spiritual experience. I am a spiritual being having a human experience."

"There are three constants in life...change, choice and principles."

"We see the world, not as it is, but as we are - or, as we are conditioned to see it."

 

"Seek first to understand, then to be understood."

"We are not animals. We are not a product of what has happened to us in our past. We have the power of choice."

"Strength lies in differences, not in similarities."

"If you want to make minor, incremental changes and improvements, work on practices, behavior or attitude. But if you want to make significant, quantum improvement, work on paradigms."

"We may be very busy, we may be very efficient, but we will also be truly effective only when we begin with the end in mind."

"You have to decide what your highest priorities are and have the courage - pleasantly, smilingly, non-apologetically - to say no to other things. And the way you do that is by having a bigger yes burning inside."

"What you do has far greater impact than what you say."

"Treat a man as he is and he will remain as he is. Treat a man as he can and should be and he will become as he can and should be."

"We are not our feelings. We are not our moods. We are not even our thoughts."

"Every human has four endowments - self awareness, conscience, independent will and creative imagination. These give us the ultimate human freedom... The power to choose, to respond, to change."

 

 

 

 

Stephen Covey - Biography

Stephen Covey was an American educator, author, businessman, and keynote speaker. Born on October 24, 1932, in Salt Lake City, Utah, he was one of the most influential figures in personal development and leadership. He was the author of several books, including the bestselling "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People."

Major Works

He is best known for his book "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People," which has sold over 25 million copies in 40 languages. This book is a self-help guide that provides a framework for personal and professional development based on seven habits that he believes are essential for success.

Some of his other notable works include "The 8th Habit: From Effectiveness to Greatness," "Principle-Centered Leadership," and "First Things First."

Awards and Accolades

He was recognized with numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including the Thomas More College Medallion for continuing service to humanity, the National Fatherhood Award, and the Sikh's International Man of Peace Award.

Legacy and Impact

His teachings on leadership and personal development have had a profound impact on millions of people worldwide. His work has influenced many leaders in business, politics, and education.

He founded the Covey Leadership Center in 1983, which later became Franklin Covey Co. The company offers leadership training and consulting services to organizations worldwide.

He passed away on July 16, 2012, at the age of 79. His legacy continues to inspire people to lead more effective and fulfilling lives.

Bibliography

Some of his notable works include:

- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change (1989)

- Principle-Centered Leadership (1990)

- First Things First (1994)

- The 8th Habit: From Effectiveness to Greatness (2004)

- Principle-Centered Leadership

- The Leader in Me: How Schools and Parents Around the World Are Inspiring Greatness, One Child at a Time

- The Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything

- The 3rd Alternative: Solving Life's Most Difficult Problems

- The Wisdom and Teachings of Stephen R. Covey

His books have been translated into over 40 languages and have sold over 40 million copies worldwide. His works have had a significant impact on the self-help and personal development industry and continue to be influential today.

 

 

 

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