The 8th Habit

From Effectiveness to Greatness

By: Stephen R. Covey

Narrated by: Stephen R. Covey

Over half a million copies sold.

From the author that brought you the New York Times bestseller The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People comes a guide to accessing and encouraging the human potential for greatness.

In the more than twenty-five years since its publication, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has become an international phenomenon with more than twenty-five million copies sold. Tens of millions of people in business, government, and schools have dramatically improved their lives and organizations by applying the principles of Stephen R. Covey’s classic book.

The world, however, is a vastly changed place. Being effective as individuals and organizations is no longer merely an option—it’s a requirement for survival. But in order to thrive, innovate, excel, and lead in what Covey calls the “New Knowledge Worker Age,” we must build on and move beyond effectiveness. In this era of human history, our call is for greatness—holistic fulfillment, passionate execution, and significant contribution.

Accessing the higher levels of human genius in today’s new reality requires a change in thinking: a new mindset and a new skill-set—in short, a new habit. The crucial challenge of our world today is this: to find our voice and inspire others to find theirs. It is what Covey calls the 8th Habit. The 8th Habit is the answer to the soul’s yearning for greatness, the organization’s imperative for significance and superior results, and humanity’s search for its “voice.”

Covey’s books have transformed the way we think about ourselves, our purpose in life, our organizations, and about humankind. Just as The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People helped us focus on effectiveness, The 8th Habit shows us the way to greatness.© and (P)2004 FranklinCovey

Pure Magic

Inspirational stuff as usual from Stephen Covey. No short cuts, no quick fixes but some great advice on how to achieve great things. Not just thought-provoking, also action-provoking, a guidebook for living. Covey also has a good voice for delivering his work which makes the book very enjoyable listening.

The Key to Effective Leadership

Please read this book as it will great in sight to become a great leader husband/ wife and co worker. You take away the basic truths of life's most complex questions; who am I, who are you and how can we work together.

Inspiring from the first chapter

If you study these concepts you will have great insight into what motivates people to move, take action. These are tried and true principles that will work in your favor if you apppy them

Great addition to the 7 habits

Would you listen to The 8th Habit again? Why?

Most definitely. This book continues the teaching from teh 7 habits book in a clear and seamless way that makes it seem to be the missing chapter.

What other book might you compare The 8th Habit to and why?

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

Great and practical insights!

As always Covey delivers with precision and clarity giving practical guidance on how to transition from effevtiveness to greatness. Highly recommended.