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First Things First

Written by: Stephen R. Covey, A. Roger Merrill, Rebecca R. Merrill
Narrated by: Stephen R. Covey
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Stephen R. Covey is an internationally respected leadership authority and founder of Covey Leadership Center. He received his M.B.A. from Harvard and a doctorate from Brigham Young University, where he was a professor of business management and organizational behavior for 20 years. His book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has sold more than 10 million copies and has been translated into 30 languages.

A. Roger Merrill, a well-known leader in time management and leadership development, is a vice president and founding meember of Covey Leadership Center. He holds a degree in business management and has done extensive graduate work in organizational behavior and adult learning.

Rebecca R. Merrill, a mother, grandmother, homemaker, and accomplished author, has also served in numerous leadership positions in a variety of community, eduational, and women's organizations.
©1994 Stephen R. Covey (P)2010 Simon and Schuster Audio
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"Covey is the hottest self-improvement consultant to hit U.S. business since Dale Carnegie." ( USA Today)
"Covey has reached the apex with First Things First. This is an important work. I can't think of anyone who wouldn't be helped by reading it." (Larry King, CNN)

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Clear, easy guide to focusing on core elements

The audio book is great. It's easy to listen to, adapted for audio and gives all the info required to the listener. The book adds some elements to complete. Great way to focus on one of the 7 habits.

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Very good but wanted more

I wish there had been more to this book. It was very good in its content but I wanted more.

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