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Center on Principles by Stephen R. Covey
Real character development begins with the humble recognition that we are not in charge, that principles ultimately govern. The key to quality of life is to be centered on principles. We're not in control; principles are in control.
Currents in the Stream by Stephen R. Covey
Genuine excitement over change can only come when you have a deep sense of who you are, what you want to accomplish, what your agenda is, and how you feel about things. We need to have the attitude that the future is here, and that things are going to change.
Taproot of Trust by Stephen R. Covey
Real character and skill development are irrevocably related to natural laws and governing principles; when we observe these, we gain the strength to change our paradigms and to achieve primary greatness and interpersonal effectiveness.
New Wine, Old Bottles by Stephen R. Covey
The adage about "you can't put new wine in old bottles" still holds true, as evidenced by attempts to profit senior executives with new leadership styles. Most training programs try to put new wine in old bottles, but such mixing only compounds the original problem, because it gives the boss an aura of respectability when in fact he's fundamentally unchanged in his basic style.
Moral Compassing by Stephen R. Covey
A compass has a true north that is objective and external, that reflects natural laws or principles, as opposed to values which are subjective and internal. Because the compass represents the eternal verities of life, we must develop our value system with deep respect for "true north" principles.
