FIRST THINGS FIRST

                                                             INTRODUCTION 

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, first published in 1989, is a business and self-help book written by Stephen R. Covey. Covey defines effectiveness as the balance of obtaining desirable results with caring for that which produces those results.

Putting first things first is a really important component of good personal leadership. When this habit is practised, you are considering the impact of your actions on others, remaining disciplined and retaining personal integrity. When you put last things first, you can form negative habits.





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