Quote by Stephen Covey
You have to decide what your highest priorities are and have the c

You have to decide what your highest priorities are and have the courage — pleasantly, smilingly, nonapologetically — to say “no” to other things. And the way to do that is by having a bigger “yes” burning inside. The enemy of the “best” is often the “good.” – Stephen Covey

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Despite all our gains in technology, product innovation and world markets, most people are not thriving in the organizations they work for. – Stephen Covey

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Trust is the glue of life. Its the most essential ingredient in effective communication. Its the foundational principle that holds all relationships. – Stephen Covey

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Historically, the family has played the primary role in educating children for life, with the school providing supplemental scaffolding to the family. – Stephen Covey

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