Thoughts on Purpose: Focusing on What Matters Most

By Stephen R. Covey

Quotes and writings from the New York Times–bestselling author to help reinforce one of his 7 Habits: Put First Things First.

This concise, standalone book is part of a seven-book series called the Portable 7 Habits. These easy-to-read books are designed to quickly and effectively reinforce The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey, each focusing on a different habit.

In Thoughts on Purpose: Focusing On What Matters Most, you’ll discover a collection of writings and quotes that support Covey’s Habit 3: Put First Things First. Purpose will teach you how to rise to new levels of self-vision, identify which tasks truly merit your attention right now—and define what needs to happen today in order to realize your vision of the future.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Open Road Integrated Media
• Release date: Apr 4, 2000
• ISBN: 9781633539150

Stephen R. Covey

Recognized as one of Time magazine’s twenty-five most influential Americans, Stephen R. Covey (1932–2012) was an internationally respected leadership authority, family expert, teacher, organizational consultant, business leader, and author. His books have sold more than 40 million copies (print, digital, and audio) in more than fifty languages throughout the world and The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People was named the #1 Most Influential Business Book of the 20th Century. After receiving an MBA from Harvard University and a doctorate from Brigham Young University, he became the cofounder and vice chairman of FranklinCovey, the most trusted leadership company in the world.

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