The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey

Stephen Covey presents a principle-centred approach for solving personal and professional problems focusing on character. Habits 1, 2 and 3 deals with self-mastery – moving you from dependence to independence. Covey refers to these habits as ‘private’ victories.

Habits, 4, 5 and 6 follow on. When you are truly independent you have the foundation for effective interdependence. You have the character base to start working on ‘public’ victories of teamwork, cooperation and communications. Habit 7 is the habit of renewal – it circles all the other habits.

A profound read and something that doesn’t promise overnight relief but a deep understanding of life and the role you play.