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There is one thing that is common to every individual, relationship, team, family, organization, nation, economy, and civilization throughout the world - one thing which, if removed will destroy the most powerful government, the most successful business, the most thriving economy, the most influential leadership, the greatest friendship, the strongest character, the deepest love.

Synergy is the essence of principle-centered leadership. It catalyzes, unifies, and unleashes the greatest powers within people. All the other habits prepare you to create synergy. Simply defined, synergy means that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. When we truly value, respect, and engage our differences, we are prepared to reach for entirely new ideas and breakthrough results.

The world has entered an era of the most profound and challenging change in human history. Most of our children are not prepared, and we know it.Parents around the world see the change and know that the traditional three R's - reading, writing, and arithmetic - are necessary, but not enough. Their children need to become far more responsible, creative, and tolerant of differences. They need to increase their ability to think for themselves, take initiative, get along with others, and solve problems.

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.

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.

The currencies for an emotional bank account include kindness, promises, and expectations. As Stephen R. Covey teaches, deposits and withdraws in your emotional bank account are based on how you manage these currencies. Module 18 of 20.

The best way to truly learn something is to teach it. In the three-person teaching model, passive learning gives way to active teaching and authentic communication, increasing the likelihood of applying lessons in the future. Module 8 of 20.

Effectiveness cannot be defined purely by success. A more in-depth explanation is offered, which spotlights a sustained balance for both achievement and production. Module 15 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.

Principles are natural laws, independent of our current belief systems. In this talk, learn the important distinction between living a principle-centered life and a value-centered life. Module 9 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.

This program will help you and your family to prioritize your family in today's turbulent world; build a happier and more effective family; create more meaningful family relationships; unite around a common purpose, vision, and mission; enjoy more quality and quantity family time together; and build renewing and lasting family traditions.

Being loyal to the absent requires speaking to someone instead of about them. Keep listening to learn the dangers of forging relationships based on shared criticism, and the duplicity that often follows. Module 19 of 20.

Following the 7 Foundational Habits requires effort and time. In the conclusion of this program, hear Stephen R. Covey deliver actionable advice on how to share your growth with others and continue your learning through a lifetime of exploration. Module 20 of 20.

Perceptions can be limited by social mirrors and projections, resulting in a self-fulfilling prophecy. Hear a personal story from Stephen R. Covey about dealing with his son, and how his perspective changed by evaluating his own motivations. Module 14 of 20.

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.

Principles are universal and constant, while social or popular values may shift. Stephen R. Covey offers specific examples of natural systems, such as the human body, that are governed by principles out of our control. Module 10 of 20.

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.

Paradigms are more powerful than behavior or attitude. Stephen R. Covey expands on examples of paradigms to illustrate the dangers of making assumptions your reality. Module 12 of 20.