I attended Dr. Covey’ s 7 Habits in 2000. The program taught me about principle centered living, the power of paradigms and the freedom you get when you are being proactive. Dr. Covey’ s teachings has given me a foundation of calmness— especially in difficult times— knowing that principles govern and that the answer lies within me. I am indebted to him for teaching me this ability.
Being a representative of FranklinCovey in Thailand, I also count myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to meet Dr. Covey in person on several occasions. Dr. Covey was a mesmerizing presenter with an incredible aura. I could feel he was a very special person from the energy that he radiated. He was also very much a family man – and it was amazing for me to see him banter with his sons Sean and David.
Dr. Covey has taught and shared so many valuable lessons that helped make me a better leader and to be a person with character. I am not fully there yet but I am mindful about it. Finally, I would like to share an excerpt from Dr. Covey’ s book“ Principle Centered Leadership” which I feel is important for all leaders to be mindful of. In Chapter 7 of this book, Dr. Covey quoted Mahatma Gandhi – saying that as leaders, we should keep in mind and avoid the seven deadly sins that will destroy us.
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