...A summary of the bestselling book by Stephen R. Covey. From The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey. Published by Simon & Schuster. INTRODUCTION Our character, basically, is a composite of our habits. Because they are consistent, often unconscious patterns, habits constantly express our character and produce our effectiveness or our in effectiveness. In the words of Aristotle, “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” I identify here seven habits shared by all truly effective people. Fortunately, for those of us not born effective (no one is), these habits can be learned. Furthermore, the collective experience of the ages shows us that acquiring them will give you the character to succeed. Some years ago, I decided to read all the success literature published in the United States since its beginning in 1776 - hundreds of books, articles, and essays on self-improvement and popular psychology. I noticed a startling thing: Almost all the writings that helped build our country in its first 150 years or so identified character as the foundation of success. The literature of what we might call “The Character Ethic” helped Americans cultivate integrity, humility, fidelity, temperance, courage, justice, patience, industry, and the Golden Rule. Benjamin Franklin’s autobiography is a prime example. Compared with the early success literature, the writings of the last 50 years seem superficial to me - filled with social image...
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...7 Habits of Highly Effective People Book Summary Before going into the actual 7 habits, the author Steve Covey goes into few important concepts. Character Ethic (good) There are basic principles of effective living and people can only experience true success and enduring happines as they learn and integrate these principles into their basic character. Personality Ethic (not so good) It is manipulative, deceptive, encouraging people to use techniques to get other people to like them. Personality ethic is illusory and deceptive and trying to get high quality results with its techniques and quick fixes – not effective at all. Paradigm The book talks a lot about paradigm shifts and I remember having to look it up in the dictionary to find the true meaning of it; paradigm meaning: model, theory, perception, assumption, the way we see world. Conditioning affects our perceptions/paradigms (old/young lady drawing example in the book worth checking out). We see the world not as it is but as ‘we are’ through our paradigms. Different people can have different views and still both be correct. The more aware we are of our basic paradigms the more we can examine/test them against reality, listen to others and be open to their perceptions getting a larger picture and far more objective view. Paradigm shifts move us from one way of seeing the world to another. They influence our relationship with others. Not all are good. If we want to make relatively minor changes in our lives we...
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...The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People is a popular book, published by Simon & Schuster, and written by Stephen R Covey. It provides a useful, sequential framework for understanding much about the process of Personal Development. Many highly successful people seem to have naturally developed these principles of effectiveness. Stephen Covey's principled approach is not a quick-fix prescription for personal growth. But, says Covey, if you work hard at acquiring these principles, if you learn them well, think about them deeply and teach them to others, they will eventually become internalized. They will lead to fundamental change because they will affect who you are - your character - for the better. Your personality was formed as the result of specific behaviors you internalized as you grew up. These behaviors are not things we need to think about, they represent little success strategies or ways of coping with life that we have found to be helpful. If you take a look at what Seneca said about human character, you will see how acquiring new habits leads to a fundamental change of character. Sow a thought, reap an action Sow action, reap a habit Sow a habit, reap a character Sow a character, reap a destiny. - Seneca [pic] Stephen Covey Stephen Covey was born in 1932. He lives with his wife, Sandra, and their family in Utah; in the Rocky Mountains. Covey achieved international acclaim, and is perhaps best known, for his self-help...
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...provides basic nutrients for optimal health and wellness. (PO #1, PO #2) CO #2 Describe nutritional needs for optimal health and wellness throughout the life span. (PO #1, PO #2) CO #3 Discuss the psychological, sociological, economical, and cultural implications of food on nutritional status. (PO #1, PO #2) CO #4 Describe evidence-based interventions and modifications in nutrition therapy that can positively influence the outcome of disease and illness. (PO #1, PO #8) Due Date Refer to Course Calendar for campus requirements. Online will submit by Sunday, Unit 7 11:59 pm MT. Total Points Possible: 100 Requirements 1. Create a concept map document based on the food and activity journal throughout the course using www.chooseMyPlate.gov. The discussion questions in units 1, 3, 5, & 7 will provide you with questions on what aspect of diet to focus on. You are not being graded on your personal habits; you are being graded on your understanding how good personal choices lead to optimal health benefits. 2. In the “Assignment” page of Unit 1, locate the document that is listed as “Concept map.” Use this document to develop a complete concept map and discussion based on your overall diet from your personal diet journal. 3. You will need to...
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...Executive Book Summaries www.summary.com Management ® The Power of Habit Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business THE SUMMARY IN BRIEF In The Power of Habit, Charles Duhigg, award-winning business reporter for The New York Times, takes us to the thrilling edge of scientific discoveries that explain why habits exist and how they can be changed. By distilling vast amounts of information into engrossing narratives, Duhigg brings to light a whole new understanding of human nature and its potential for transformation. Along the way, we learn why some people and companies struggle to change, despite years of trying, while others seem to remake themselves overnight. We visit laboratories where neuroscientists explore how habits work and where they reside in our brains. We discover how the right habits were crucial to the successful promotion of Pepsodent; to Tony Dungy who led his team to a Super Bowl win by changing one step in his players’ habit loop; and to Alcoa when it turned itself around by changing just one routine within the organization. At its core, The Power of Habit contains an exhilarating argument: The key to exercising regularly, losing weight, raising exceptional children, becoming more productive, building revolutionary companies and social movements, and achieving success is understanding how habits work. By harnessing this new science, we can transform our businesses, our communities and our lives. by Charles Duhigg CONTENTS Part 1: The Habits of Individuals ...
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...Seven habits of highly effective people Dr Stephen Covey is a hugely influential management guru, whose book The Seven Habits Of Highly Effective People, became a blueprint for personal development when it was published in 1990. The Seven Habits are said by some to be easy to understand but not as easy to apply. The 'Seven Habits' are a remarkable set of inspirational and aspiration standards for anyone who seeks to live a full, purposeful and good life, and are applicable today more than ever, as the business world becomes more attuned to humanist concepts. Covey's values are full of integrity and humanity, and contrast strongly with the process-based ideologies that characterized management thinking in earlier times. Covey says that we all have our own paradigm, which is our own map of how we perceive the world and how we think the world should be in our ideal view. Covey writes, "The way we see things is the source of the way we think and the way we act." HABIT 1 - BE PROACTIVE This is the ability to control one's environment, rather than have it control you, as is so often the case. Self determination, choice, and the power to decide response to stimulus, conditions and circumstances. Habit 2 - begin with the end in mind Covey calls this the habit of personal leadership - leading oneself that is, towards what you consider your aims. By developing the habit of concentrating on relevant activities you will build a platform to avoid...
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...CHAPTER 5 Summary of Findings, Conclusions and Recommendations This chapter included the summary of findings presented, analyzed and interpreted. Based on these findings, conclusions were derived and based on the conclusions, recommendations were presented. Summary of Findings Based on the results of findings, the following were enumerated: 1. Characteristics of the Respondents 2.1 Age Most of the respondents were of legal age and only few were minors. 2.2 Gender Most of the respondents were female and only few were male. 2. The Study Habits of the Respondents 3.3 Study Schedule Majority of the respondents study every other day and the minority of them study during the weekend or before the examination; only one of them study every day. 3.4 Preferred Time Majority of the respondents study during the night until midnight; minority of them study at dawn or at early morning and at daytime. The others study during the day. 3.5 Study Time Most of the respondents study for more than two hours but not less than four hours; the remaining study from one to two hours. 3.6 Learning Techniques Most of the respondents focused more on what they were studying alone than having a study buddy. The others prefer to study in a group of three to five or in a group of six and above. 3.7 Distractions Majority of the respondents eat and listen to MP3 while studying; the minority of them were used to texting. The others usually watch...
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...Overview……………………………………………………………………….3 The 7 Habits……………………………………………………………………4 The 7 Habits Profile……………………………………………………………4 Leadership Strengths…………………………………………………………...6 Leadership Weaknesses and Changes………………………………………….8 My S.M.A.R.T. Goals……………………………………………………….....9 Conclusion……………………………………………………………………..10 References……………………………………………………………………..11 Overview While the most successful leaders will utilize practices from several different leadership theories, my leadership style is most in tandem with the Transformational Theory of Leadership. Transformational leaders are positive thinkers, motivators and foster moral awareness in their followers. According to Stephen Covey (Covey,1989) in “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” people, especially leaders should look from the inside out and manage themselves before managing others. Since transformational leaders inspire, motivate and stimulate their followers, it is important for the leader to have self-awareness and insight into who he or she is and why they are the way they are. The 7 Habits of highly Effective People According to Stephen Covey, The 7 habits of highly effective people are (Daft, 2014): 1. Be proactive 2. Begin with the end in mind 3. Put first things first 4. Think win-win 5. Seek first to understand, then to be understood 6. Synergize & 7. Sharpen the Saw The first three habits make up what Covey calls the...
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...A COMPARATIVE STUDY ON STUDY HABIT TOWARDS EXAMINATION TEST RESULTS AMONG THE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS OF ST. MICHAEL’S COLLEGE BASIC EDUCATION DEPARTMENT: BASIS FOR STUDY SKILLS INTERVENTION A Thesis Presented to the Faculty St. Michael’s College Basic Education Department Iligan City In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirement for Secondary Education S.Y. 2013-2014 Presented By Usman, Shameka D. Viejo, Keith Reneir L. Villadores, Joseph Bryan D. Yano, Ina Chriza A. Ybanez, Melca Sham M. March 2014 APPROVAL SHEET In partial fulfillment of the requirements in Secondary Education and English IV of St. Michael’s College Basic Education Department, Iligan City. This research paper entitled “A comparative study on study habit towards examination test results among the high school students of St. Michael’s College Basic Education Department: Basis for study skills intervention” Has been prepared and submitted by Group 22, are hereby recommended for Oral Examination. Approved by the committee for Oral Examination with a grade of _____________. MS. RACTI HONEY JANE A. ESTORQUE MRS. ESTRELLA V. LAYNO Panel Panel S. Mary Irene M. Cajandig,RVM Panel Accepted and approved in Partial Fulfillment of the requirements for the course English IV. MS. RACTI HONEY JANE A. ESTORQUE MRS. ESTRELLA V. LAYNO Thesis Adviser Academic Coordinator S. Mary Irene M. Cajandig,RVM School Principal Date:_______________________________ ...
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...Abstract The quantitative study of the researchers looked into the environment-centered and time-centered study habits of graduating CIHM students of the UPHSD-Las Pinas. Data were collected using validated self-made questionnaire and were analysed statistically. With overall average of 3.19 means that the CIHM students ‘Sometimes’ prefer environment-centered study habits. The indicator ‘I want to have a good light’ has the highest average of 3.35 which means that the CIHM students ‘Sometimes’ prefer to have a good light. Similarly, with overall average of 3.18 the CIHM students ‘Sometimes’ prefer time management-centered study habits. There is very low relationship between the general weighted average of CIHM students and their study habits, and this relationship is found to be not significant. When CIHM students are grouped according to their general weighted average, results show there are no significant differences in the environment-centered study habits of CIHM students; there are also no significant differences in time management-centered study habits of CIHM students; and, in general, there are no significant differences in the study habits of CIHM students. The researchers conclude that what the CIHM students preferred in their environment when they study, namely, a comfortable chair, a good light and a right room temperature, are exactly the same things that learners would prefer to have when they study. Temperature is as important as the light. No one can study...
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...Table of Contents Relevant Theory................................................................................................... 3 Summary of Findings........................................................................................... 4 Analysis of Interview........................................................................................... 5 Recommendations................................................................................................. 7 New Business Realities & Thinking Habits....................................................... 7 Reflections and Evaluations................................................................................ 8 References............................................................................................................. 9 Relevant Theory I have chosen chaos and complexity theory to discuss and evaluate for this project. Under chaos and complexity theory, organizational structures served to create boundaries between everything and prescribed who did what. The organization treated people like machines, assigning them specific roles, duties, and responsibilities while ignoring their other abilities, emotions, or beliefs. The interview summary will display the company as chaotic but a self-organization entity. Beneath all structures and behaviors resides the real creator – dynamic processes. Confusion is part of a much deeper process of organization. It is in...
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...AN ASSESSMENT OF THE BANKING HABITS OF NIGERIAN RURAL POPULACE: A CASE STUDY OF KUDAN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KADUNA STATE. By MALACHY, GIMBA SOLOMON (U08BA1132) A Project Submitted to the Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Administration, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, in Partial Fulfilment of the Requirement for the Award of Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Degree in Business Administration (Banking and Finance). September, 2012. DECLARATION I earnestly declare that this study has been carried out by me, that it is a record of my own research and other review of related literature. It has not been presented in any previous application for any degree. The various sources of information are duly acknowledged in the references. __________________________ _______________ MALACHY, GIMBA SOLOMON DATE CERTIFICATION This project entitled “An Assessment of the Banking Habits of Nigerian rural Populace: a case study of Kudan Local Government Area of Kaduna State”, written by Malachy, Gimba Solomon, has been read and approved by the relevant authorities as meeting the regulations governing the award of Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria and for its contribution to knowledge and literary presentation. ___________________________ _______________ Mallam Dalhatu Bashir Iman Date (Project Supervisor) ___________________________ _______________ Mallam Aminu Gumi Date (Project...
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...The 8th Habit: From effectiveness to greatness Author(s): Publishers: Edition: ISBN: Reviewed by: Stephen Covey Simon & Schuster 2004 0743206827 Gill McKay, Director, Extensor Limited It is 18 years since Stephen Covey published his seminal work “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”, which was a hugely impactful book, selling millions of copies across the globe. In that book, Dr Covey showed us how to become as effective as we possibly could be. In the 8th Habit, he opens up more potential for us all – by moving from “effectiveness to greatness”. The world today is different, with more challenge, ambiguity and complexity and while the 7 Habits form a strong basis upon which to start, it is this next step – the 8th Habit –that will take us to true fulfilment in what Covey describes as the age of the knowledge worker. I learned a lot from his previous books, particularly the 7 Habits, and approached the 8th Habit with real enthusiasm. Unfortunately I found it a much more difficult read which, although it contained some good tips and new and metaphors, did not deliver on its initial perceived promise. The book’s synopsis promises that The 8th Habit is the answer to the yearning for greatness, the organisation's imperative for significance and superior results, and the human’s search for its "voice". I believe there are some handy tips to be found in the book, but it is a much less intuitive read than his previous works. The book is divided into two sections...
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...Summary Studying in College is an entirely different situation than high school. Some classes have only a midterm and final. Being successful in school requires a high level of study skills. Students must first learn these skills, practice them and develop effective study habits in order to be successful. Good study habits include many different skills: time management, study environment, test and preparation skills and note taking skills. You’ll find that once you develop effective study habits, the job of studying and learning will become easier. Instead of working harder, you'll be working smarter. Study Habits Survey This report examines study habits concerning 5 men and 5 women who are presently studying at college. SURVEY ENGLISH 604-SAR -103 STUDY HABITS Female: _____ Male: ______ Program taken at college: ___________________________ Time management 1. On average, how many hours per week do you study? A. More than 6 hours B. Between 4-6 hours C. Between 2-4 hours D. Between 0-2 hours 2. Do you make a Study Schedule for each Class? A. AWLAYS B. GENERALLY C. SOMETIMES D. RARELY 3. Do you stick to it? A. AWLAYS B. GENERALLY C. SOMETIMES D. RARELY 4. Do you allow time for exercise and socializing with friends? A. AWLAYS B. GENERALLY C. SOMETIMES D. RARELY Your Study Environment 5. Do you regularly study at the same time? A. AWLAYS B. GENERALLY...
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...STUDY HABITS OF GRADE 10 STUDENTS AT TINAJEROS NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL: A BASIS FOR INTERVENTION PROGRAM ________________________ A Thesis Presented to The Faculty of Graduate Studies and Applied Research City of Malabon University City of Malabon ________________________ In Partial Fulfilment Of the Requirements for the Degree Master of Arts in Educational Management ________________________ By CHERYL B. CISTER 2016 RECOMMENDATION FOR ORAL EXAMINATION This thesis entitled “STUDY HABITS OF GRADE 10 STUDENTS AT TINAJEROS NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL: A BASIS FOR INTERVENTION PROGRAM” prepared and submitted by CHERYL B. CISTER in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree Master of Arts in Educational Management, has been examined and is hereby recommended for Oral Examination. LUCILA B. BONDOC, Ed. D. Adviser APPROVAL SHEET Approved in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree Master in Educational Management by the Oral Examination Committee. MARCELINA A. STO. TOMAS, Ed. D. Chairman GLORIA O. GOMEZ, Ed. D. LOURDES B. CABAÑERO, Ed. D. Member Member _________________________________________________________________ Accepted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree Master of Arts in Educational Management. December 22, 2015 Date ATTY. RAMON M. MARONILLA Acting Dean Graduate Studies...
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