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​ Seven Habits of Highly Effective People

Seven Habits of Highly Effective People is a book that provides advice for people on how to become self-reliant and independent. It is written by Stephen R Covey, who quotes that the book covers the "True North" theorems.

This is an image of the author of the inspirational book

The Seven Habits are: The seventh habit is what is considered to be the one that signifies continual knowledge and experience cultivation. This is what is important to many people due to it assisting them in everyday improvement. So:
 * 1) Be proactive
 * 2) Begin with the End in mind
 * 3) Prioritize your matters
 * 4) Think Win/win, when both sides benefit from one solution
 * 5) First to understand, then be understood
 * 6) Synergize - Coordinate and cooperate to produce an optimum and most desired outcome

7. Steady enhancement. (Sharpen the saw)

Stephen R. Covey's self-help book was rewarded with critical acclaim and universal praise due to its classical and perennial contents on how to become an effective winner. It guides and directs its readers from the beginning to the end. It first exposes the mind to new experiences, then teaches it to expand its vision into uncharted grounds, and finally educates the readers to be efficient and squeeze the most out of something. These steps instruct people to make the most out of experiences and plan for succession, and execute the plan.



The first habit teaches people to act rather than to react. Act so that something happens rather than wait for something to occur and react to it. People need to be aware of their environments and be able to adapt to changes as soon, or even before it happens. This habit helps people to confidently handle any situation that arises.

The second habit teaches people to visualize the achievement. Visualize the moment when the goal is achieved. This gives the person incentive and encouragement to work harder for their goals to be achieved.

The third habit teaches people to prioritize what needs to be done in steps. People shall learn to organize their lives and be more efficient in productivity.

The fourth habit teaches people to think of the best possible solution which both sides can gain from. If this kind of solution cannot be found, then don't get involved in the matter.

The fifth habit teaches understanding of the other person, or "putting oneself into another's shoes". This habit is believed to be the most effective way on improving mutual relationships. Then you shall be rewarded when the other person sees the world from your point of view.

The sixth habit teaches people to coodinate with others in order to produce the optimum result. Synergizing with others is a great way to create the best profit for both sides. Sometimes when you coodinate, you generate a result that is far beyond your own capabilities.

The seventh and final habit encourages people to continually cultivate the already acquired abilities and willpower. This habit is to ensure that people maintain their momentum in advancement. This habit bolsters the readers so that they resume to be effective and hopefully discover success and reward.

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Seven Habits of Highly Effective people had been written and published in the 1990's, almost two decades ago, but it remains a top bestseller worldwide owing to its truly motivational guidance and realistic resolutions. Stephen R. Covey had quoted about his philosiphies:

"Effective leadership is putting first things first. Effective management is discipline, carrying it out."

"How different our lives are when we really know what is deeply important to us, and, keeping that picture in mind, we manage ourselves each day to be and do what really matters most."

"Free your heart from hatred - forgive. Free your mind from worries - most never happen. Live simply and appreciate what you have. Give more. Expect less. "

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Quotes about WIN/WIN "Conflicts are a normal part of life; how we deal with them can make a big difference. Often when people resolve conflicts, one person ends up a winner, and one loses out. This may solve the problem for the moment, but resentment and bad feelings can cause more problems later. Another way to look at conflicts is to try to find a WIN-WIN solution, in which both sides can benefit. In this way, conflicts are turned into opportunities to grow and make things better. This approach is the cornerstone of "conflict resolution" - an important tool for bringing peace into our personal lives, our communities and to our world." -- Robert Alan "Change means movement. Movement means friction. Only in the frictionless vacuum of a nonexistent abstract world can movement or change occur without that abrasive friction of conflict." -- Saul Alinsky “The Law of Win/Win says, ”Let’s not do it your way or my way; let’s do it the best way” -- Greg Anderson “Unless both sides win, no agreement can be permanent.” ~ Jimmy Carter []

Student (Self) Evaluation** - At the end of the project, students must assess their own work and post results in the DISCUSSION section. 25% = Part 1 = Information and bibliography = 22 25% = Part 2 = Contributions and Comments = 23 25% = Part 3 = Planning =23 25% = Layout, appearance and design =21 OVERALL MARK = 89
 * EVALUATION

25% = Part 1 = Information and bibliography = 25% = Part 2 = Contributions and Comments = 25% = Part 3 = Planning = 25% = Layout, appearance and design = OVERALL MARK =
 * Teacher Evaluation** - At the end of the project, Mr Watson will assess the student's work and results will be posted in the DISCUSSION section.

A* = Outstanding/ Excellent A = Very Good B = Good C = Satisfactory D = Needs attention E = Poor F = Very Poor
 * Grade Scale**