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Like Father - Like Sons! (and I like them ALL!)

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Managing Real Estate Broker with EXP Realty of Canada Inc., Brokerage

First it was Stephen. Then Shawn got into the act.  And finally, Stephen Jr. - The Covey family has written some of the best books for personal growth and development for all of our generations!

"The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey

A true classic for the past 15 years.  Stephen Covey guides us with the principles of fairness, integrity, honesty, and human dignity as he brings focus to the habits that breed true success.  More than one of these 7 habits are included in the Keller Williams "Wi4C2TS" belief system.  If you've read the book, you know which ones and if you haven't read it yet, well ....  Also by Stephen Covey that are well worth the read are, "First Things First" and The 8th Habit".  Note:  His son, Shawn Covey has written "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens" and his other son, Stephen M. R. Covey, recently wrote the next book on my Top 10 List!   

"The Speed of Trust" by Stephen M. R. Covey

This is a GREAT book that takes a completely new perspective to the most basic componet of all relationships - Trust.  Stephen Jr. looks at trust from many aspects including the real price of trust (or the lack thereof) in terms of dollars and time.  He gives great insight into defining trust and what makes or breaks it, how to build it and how to repair it when it's broken.  This is a fantastic book that I have reaad and then went out and bought the audiobook so that I can hear it again and again in my travels.  Frankly, I found Stephen Jr. to be more enjoyable to read than his Dad!

To check out my library site, drop by www.rickslibrary.com and when you're finished reading a great book - consider "Booking It Forward"!

Comments(3)

Janna Scharf
Keller Williams Realty Coeur d'Alene - Coeur d'Alene, ID
Coeur d'Alene Idaho Real Estate Expert

I had the opportunity to hear Steven Covey speak in person about 25 years ago and have been a huge fan ever since! 

Feb 16, 2009 11:08 PM
Cindy Crutcher
Lawrenceburg KY Foreclosures & Government Owned Properties - Lawrenceburg, KY
Real Estate Broker - Exit Realty Crutcher Lawrenceburg KY

Rick, I like them all too.  There is so much we can learn from these books.  We just have to practice what they preach...don't you think?

Mar 01, 2009 05:12 AM
Chris & Karen Highland
eXp Realty - Frederick, MD
Integrity, Experience, Enthusiasm!

I have learned so many practicle usable things from Stephen Covey.  I've not read anything by his sons but will definitely check them out.

Mar 05, 2009 02:18 PM