Not for EveryoneApril 30, 1997 I'm biased--I've known Stephen Covey's family since they were neighbors in the late 1950s. Even so, Stephen Covey's book has affected me more than any other non-scriptural work I've read. But be forewarned--Covey's work demands a certain humility. There are multiple layers there, and to be effective in drawing value from his work, one must be prepared to do a thorough self-examination. I've seen many people react to this book--and those who say it changed their lives are almost always those who didn't believe they already knew everything
Vastly overrated pablumApril 23, 1997 11 out of 14 found this review helpful
Mormon bromides, old saws. Why all the hype? Work hard. Follow the Golden Rule. You mustoughtshould plan ahead. Duh. It's also a very individualistic, self-centered book. The only worthwhile part is the calendar, but even that lost its appeal when it was marketed in office supply stores as a Big Deal That Will Revolutionize Your Life.
Buy a Bible instead. Cultivate a hobby. Volunteer. Any of these will do you infinitely more good than this mush.
Be proactive, buy it, read it, but more importantly, use it.April 10, 1997 It's a worthwhile book to read. Principles are evident in many places in literature but few books make it so perfectly clear. Habit 1 will take you far in completing the rest of the book, taking control over your life, and will allow you to truly begin with the end in mind. Avoid the quick fixes and start with Habit 1 today. Be proactivenot only in buying this book which you'll read over and over again for renewal but making an impact on other people's lives.
"7 Habits" is a "10"April 3, 1997 This book has been on "Best Seller" lists since its publication. Mr. Covey offers a useful and possible spirituality that you can take with you to every aspect of your life. While not actually a theology, his system is easily integrated into any religious system or philosophy. People find this book useful, because the ideas and the advice are practical and make good sense
For everyone, not just business peopleMarch 26, 1997 If you want to know how to improve your friendships and relationships, at work, at home, in life, then this book is for you. Learn where your priorities are and need to be. Gotta read it
