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First Things First: To Live, to Love, to Learn, to Leave a Legacy (平装)
by Stephen R. Covey
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Time management, Self help |
| Market price: ¥ 168.00
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¥ 158.00
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MSL rating:
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| MSL Pointer Review:
Profound and powerful! Stephen Covey and his colleagues show us the path and illuminate it with wisdom and insight - new ways of working demand new ways of managing our lives. |
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A reader (MSL quote), USA
<2007-05-11 00:00>
This is the best book on time management I have ever read. "First Things First" puts "Seven Habits" into action. It takes the "Habits" principles - sometimes a bit too abstract (and obtuse) and shows you how to put them to work. If you find you don't have time for the people and things that are really important in your life, read this book. If you take the suggestions seriously, you will never again short-change what you love. And, if you do, you will be at least be aware of your choices. A word of warning, though: Covey has an entire catalogue of products to sell you to support "First Things First," but the company does seem to be committed to "principle centered" business |
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Kent Holland (MSL quote), USA
<2007-05-11 00:00>
Having read more than a dozen books on the subject of mission statements, goal setting and time management, and also having taught workshops on the subject myself, this is the one book that I find most useful. As some other reviewers point out, it may seem a little heavy in parts, but the details are well worth studying.
As the authors emphasize, time management doesn't begin with managing time, it begins with finding our own individual purpose, establishing our mission, and setting our goals to achieve that mission. This is more than a "how to" book. It is a "why to" book. It has the ability to persuade people that they need to set written goals. In teaching young adults, I have found some that insist they don't need written goals and that they certainly don't need a mission statement. My response is to encourage them to read this book.
I appreciate how persausive the authors are in encouraging the reader to find the "main thing" without getting trapped into becoming a success in just one small area rather than fulfilling four areas of the "quadrant," including physical, social, mental and spiritual. Moreover, they bring home the necessity of finding balance and staying balanced in the different roles we have in our lives. After you read this book, I recommend that you consider reading "The Power of Full Engagement" by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz, and "Finding Flow" by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. You won't be disappointed. |
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Tejani Hitesh (MSL quote), India
<2007-05-11 00:00>
A valuable book. This is a must read for any one who wants to be effective in life. The 7 habits author - Stephen Covey - effectively describes this 4th generation time management tool to help us lead a fulfilling life. This book is a practical book, gives tables and charts to be useful on a daily basis. Briefly it talks about our (Life's) Mission statement, the roles which we need to play and the goals in each of our roles. It uses a weekly format instead of a daily or monthly format. A gem of a book, not to be missed. |
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David R. Bess (MSL quote), USA
<2007-05-11 00:00>
As someone who juggles many different responsibilities and a crowded calendar, I approached this title with high expectations. I was not disappointed! Covey here offers a revolutionary resource for time management. Rather than following the standard theme of how to do more in a given period of time, the author emphasizes the importance of setting priorities and planning ahead. His analogy of the clock and the compass is priceless in describing the two elements that should both be balanced in our prioritizing and scheduling.
I've been exposed to many varied techniques of time management, but have not experienced anything as revolutionary and life-transforming as this title. For anyone who can't find enough time to "get everything done that needs to be done," I highly recommend this book. It's been a huge help to me! |
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Alicia Fruin (MSL quote), USA
<2007-05-11 00:00>
As a business coach ,I am always looking for good time management books to recommend. I have read at least a dozen since I read this the first time eight years ago. The focus on quality of life and distinguishing the difference between what is important and what is not has made a dramatic shift in how I prioritize my day.Even though the "stuff" often gets left undone,I am satisfied because I did the things that give my life value and meaning for me.In addition, I can now catch myself running on adrenaline or attempting to do it all and change my behavior. It just doesn't get any better than that!
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A reader (MSL quote), USA
<2007-05-11 00:00>
This book provides useful, profound, and much-needed advice to people who are over-worked, stressed, fatigued, have poor relationships, and feel helpless and hopeless in general. Most people think that to be more effective they have to give up sleep, exercise, friends, and work more and faster. This book provides a revolutionary solution to problems that so many people suffer from. By putting First Things First, you can be more effective while working less and feeling better. First Things First has its roots from The Seven Habits, which I would recommend reading first. The 7 Habits is more general and fundamental, while First Things is more dynamic, practical, detailed, and specific. Read them both! |
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Hal Palmer (MSL quote), USA
<2007-05-11 00:00>
This book provides the reader with the most thought provoking approach to managing lifes affairs of all the current 'self help' books. The practical questions that the book asks keep the reader challenged and focused. This is not a book for the 'skimmer.' It's a book for the person who seriously wants to answer the question, 'What's next for my life.' It's a must read and do. |
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A reader (MSL quote), USA
<2007-05-11 00:00>
What's important in your life? What do you really want to accomplish? What do you want to see completed at the end of the day, at the end of the week, at the end of the month, at the end of the year, and, ultimately, what do you want to have accomplished by the end of your life?
Getting things in line in your life, learning to set priorities, not just for money, purchases, and trivial things, but for more important things. How about family, relationships, and career? |
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