Stephen Covey has written a remarkable book about the human condition, so elegantly written, so
understanding of our embedded concerns, so useful for our organization and personal lives, that it's
going to be my gift to everyone I know.
-- Warren Bennis, author of On Becoming a Leader
I've never known any teacher or mentor on improving personal effectiveness to generate such an
overwhelmingly positive reaction.... This book captures beautifully Stephen's philosophy of principles.
I think anyone reading it will quickly understand the enormous reaction I and others have had to Dr.
Covey's teachings.
-- John Pepper, President, Procter and Gamble
Stephen Covey is an American Socrates, opening your mind to the 'permanent things' -- values,
family, relationships, communicating.
-- Brian Tracy, author of Psychology of Achievement
Stephen R. Covey's book teaches with power, conviction, and feeling. Both the content and the
methodology of these principles form a solid foundation for effective communication. As an educator,
I think this book to be a significant addition to my library.
-- William Rolfe Kerr, Utah Commissioner of Higher Education
Few students of management and organization -- and people -- have thought as long and hard about
first principles as Stephen Covey. In The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, he offers us an
opportunity, not a how-to guide. The opportunity is to explore ourselves and our impact on others,
and to do so by taking advantage of his profound insights. It is a wonderful book that could change
your life.
-- Tom Peters, author of In Search of Excellence
The ethical basis for human relations in this book defines a way of life, not just a methodology for
succeeding at business. That it works is apparent.
-- Bruce L. Christensen, President, Public Broadcasting Service
At a time when American organizations desperately need to energize people and produce leaders at
all levels, Covey provides an empowering philosophy for life that is also the best guarantee of success
in business...a perfect blend of wisdom, compassion, and practical experience.
-- Rosabeth Moss Kanter, editor of the Harvard Business Review and author of When Giants Learn to Dance
I have learned so much from Stephen Covey over the years that every time I sit down to write, I'm
worried about subconscious plagiarism! Seven Habits is not pop psychology or trendy self-help. It is
solid wisdom and sound principles.
-- Richard M. Eyre, author of Life Balance and Teaching Children Values
We could do well to make the reading and use of this book a requirement for anyone at any level of
public service. It would be far more effective than any legislation regarding ethical conduct.
-- Senator Jake Garn, first senator in space
When Stephen Covey talks, executives listen.
-- Dun's Business Month