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Neglecting relationships, whether personal or professional, can have devastating consequences. Hear the story of a once-heralded clam chowder recipe that violated customers’ trust and never truly recovered. Module 16 of 20.

Character ethic is rooted in fidelity, courage, compassion, contribution, responsibility and justice. Learn the difference between adopting these traits and appearing to adopt these traits as part of a personality ethic. Module 4 of 20.

Habits possess the power to shape our character. Stephen R. Covey offers perspective on how to approach the hard work necessary to change your habits. Module 3 of 20.

An introduction to the lessons and principles that you’ll hear in this series. Module 1 of 20.

A brief overview of the essential habits for effectiveness in your personal and professional relationships. Keep listening to hear these life-changing habits that you can start practicing today. Module 2 of 20.

Interdependence is the key to reaching goals on a large and small scale. Stephen R. Covey explains how we can accomplish everything we want, together. Module 6 of 20.

Character alone cannot build trustworthiness. This lesson explains that to affect real change in yourself and others, you must also be competent. Module 5 of 20.

The 7 Habits Foundational Principles by Stephen R. Covey is a program based off of his book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. With this program you will learn the basics of each principle and how to integrate them into your everyday life to solve personal and professional problems. Portions of this audiobook were recorded in front of a live audience.

In the Shenandoah Valley campaign of 1864, US Major General Philip H. Sheridan led his army to a series of decisive victories for the Union over Lieutenant General Jubal A. Early and the Confederate Army of the Valley. In From Winchester to Cedar Creek, author Jeffry D. Wert highlights Sheridan's victories in the critical area of the Virginia valley as defining moments of the Civil War. Sheridan's campaign ensured Confederate defeat in Virginia and ultimately contributed to Lincoln's reelection and the Union's victory in the Civil War.

Despite the fact that the Civil War was fought nearly 150 years ago, it remains a polarizing topic for the country to this day. And nowhere is this more evident than in the life and legacy of Confederate Lieutenant General Nathan Bedford Forrest, the war's most controversial soldier.

Despite the fact that the Civil War was fought nearly 150 years ago, it remains a polarizing topic for the country to this day. And nowhere is this more evident than in the life and legacy of Confederate lieutenant general Nathan Bedford Forrest, the war's most controversial soldier.

In seinem Weltbestseller "Die 7 Wege zur Effektivität" vermittelt uns Stephen R. Covey seine zentrale Botschaft: Nicht angelernte Erfolgstechniken, sondern Charakter, Kompetenz und Vertrauen führen zu einem erfüllten und erfolgreichen Leben. Privat und im Business. In dieser zweisprachigen Hörbuchausgabe (Deutsch/Englisch) erläutert Stephen R. Covey, wie die 7 Wege nicht nur Ihnen selbst zu mehr privatem und beruflichem Erfolg verhelfen, sondern auch Ihrer Organisation den Weg zum Gipfel des Erfolgs ebnen werden.

In the summer of 1916, a big twister brings destruction to the land around Boynton, Oklahoma. Alafair Tucker's family and neighbors are not spared the ruin and grief spread by the storm. But no one is going to mourn for Jubal Beldon, who made it his business to know the ugly secrets of everyonei n town. It doesn't matter if Jubal's insinuations are true or not. In a small town like Boynton, rumor is as damaging as fact.

A train bound for a mysterious destination stops in the middle of a meadow. As the hours pass and the cause of the delay remains unknown, we meet the various passengers. There is a priest, a former president, a lonely waitress, an elderly couple, and a young orphan boy, each pondering the significance of the journey thrust upon them and what awaits them at their destination. Will they find order? Loneliness? Love?

Michael Robb, a young journalist and aspiring author, has just landed a dream assignment: interviewing the renowned but reclusive author Edward Granville. The famous writer and his devoted wife, Virginia, have for many years lived in isolation on the Pacific Coast at their hilltop retreat, Stonecliff. Not long after Michael's arrival, strange things begin to happen.Granville's wife disappears, and Michael meets Nina, an unforgettably beautiful, unearthly young woman who by all appearances is Granville's mistress.

Minerva Parkinson has just received distressing news: she's dying. Though she and her husband Henry have been married for many years, their marriage has grown listless, and she therefore chooses to keep her dire prognosis to herself. With the hopes of leaving Henry with fond memories of her, she buys a houseboat to fulfill his dream of a riverboat trip, and they set off down the Missouri River. Things are looking good until they meet two strangers, a young woman named Nora and a mysterious man named Mr. Mortimer, who possesses knowledge beyond the worldly realm.

Crip and Henrietta aren't your typical California private eyes. For one thing, Crip's real name is Tom Bateman. His sometime sidekick with body piercings and spiked green hair, Henrietta, calls him "Crip" because he's in a wheelchair. When she isn't mocking him, Henrietta grows marijuana, hangs with jailbirds, and brings in cases that reek of trouble - and weed - at first sniff. In these episodes, we watch Crip and Henrietta's relationship grow as both characters struggle to bridge chasms of bitterness and mistrust.

In the race to become multitasking superhumans, we've lost touch with the actual root of where all these valuable skills are found. This audio gives you the training you need to set yourself apart from others and to advance to the next stage in your employment, whether you are just starting out or need to reinvigorate your career. Some of the best business minds at work today identify the principles of productivity and elevating your career.

Managing Change in Crisis is designed to strengthen businesses, organizations, and indivduals affected by the September 11 crisis. This address by Dr. Stephen R. Covey offers uplifting and encouraging words to help us all focus on what matters most, regain and rebuild trust with each other in a time of tragedy, how to coach co-workers and loved ones through crisis, and reminds us all of the nobility of the public servant.

If there's one thing that's certain in business, it's uncertainty; still, some companies perform reliably and with excellence in spite of changing circumstances. Predictable Results in Unpredictable Times is about four essentials for getting great performance in good times and bad.