The 8th Habit

From Effectiveness to Greatness

By: Stephen R. Covey

Narrated by: Stephen R. Covey

Length: 14 hrs and 23 mins

Publisher's summary

In the more than 15 years since its publication, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has become an international phenomenon. Tens of millions of people in business, government, schools, and families have dramatically improved their lives and organizations by applying the principles of Stephen R. Covey's classic book.

The world, though, is a vastly changed place. The challenges we all face in our relationships, families, professional lives, and communities are of an entirely new order of magnitude.

Being effective as individuals and organizations is no longer merely an option. But in order to thrive, innovate, excel, and lead in what Covey calls the new Knowledge Worker Age, we must build on and move beyond effectiveness. The call of this new era in human history is for greatness; it's for fulfillment, passionate execution, and significant contribution.

Accessing the higher levels of human genius and motivation in today's new reality requires a sea change in thinking. The crucial challenge of our world today is this: to find our voice and inspire others to find theirs. It is what Covey calls the 8th Habit.

So many people feel frustrated, discouraged, unappreciated, and undervalued, with little or no sense of voice of unique contribution. The 8th Habit is the answer to the soul's yearning for greatness, the organization's imperative for significance and superior results, and humanity's search for its "voice". This groundbreaking audiobook of next level thinking gives a clear way to finally tap the limitless value-creation promise of the Knowledge Worker Age.

Covey's new audiobook will transform the way we think about ourselves and our purpose in life, about our organizations, and about humankind. Just as The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People helped us focus on effectiveness, The 8th Habit shows us the way to greatness.

NOTE: On the cover and in the introduction, the audio mentions that a free bonus DVD is included. It is NOT included with this audio; however, you're able to stream the content for free after signing up at the following FranklinCovey website: www.StephenCovey.com.

Listen to Stephen Covey's groundbreaking The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

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Critic reviews

"If organizations operated with Covey's ideas - and ideals - most people would undoubtedly find work much more satisfying." ( Publishers Weekly)

Decent but not as good as the first.

Not as good as the previous book " The 7 habits" but there are still some gems here but it was a struggle for me to get through

Much too long.

Although there were several "Ah ha" moments sprinkled in, this 14 hour epic is at least 7 hours too long.

Insightful

I enjoyed this audio and it gave me insight especially regarding micromanaging management- a style in the past. An absolute must Listen :)

Excellent book!!!

This book is empowering, inspiring, a masterpiece!!!
Like 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, it brings new awareness using principles that are very old and tried and true. Beautiful work.

Life Changing

What did you love best about The 8th Habit?

Follow this book with dedication and you can drastically improve you life and the lives of those around you:)

This book is a game changer

This book is a major game changer with life changing principles. I highly recommend this title to anyone who is about leadership and a life time of growth.

Great listen

After truly listening and understanding Coveys original book, The 7 Habits of Successful People, you will need to pick up this book. He does talk about similar ideas and thoughts from each book but there is more in depth discussions within the 8th Habit book.

Helps develope the courage needed for success

The unabridged version of the book is long, but it has to be taken chapter by chapter - which is manageable. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to analyse his/her own position in life and try and balance different goals. The practical steps outlined in this book makes it possible to do so. Good luck to anyone to steps out on this wonderful journey!

Great Book, yet not as good as 7 habits

I loved his previous work - 7 habits of highly effective people,
I had expected something different, I guess.
However, generally speaking, I find his book very intriguing, informative, inspiring, thought provoking extremely helpful, and life changing.

I thought this book would go over the 7 habits again and add on the 8th habit,
as I had wanted to be reminded again of those,
but as the title the book focuses on the 8 th habit, apart from a brief mention about 7 habits.

The 8th habit is about "finding your voice" and "helping others to find their voice".
You could say it is a bit religious but it still gives plenty of information for you to learn.
The book was also read by the author, and I quite like his narration, easy to understand and not slow at all.

I personally think everyone can learn something out of this book,
[but I only gave a four star as I believe it is not his best work, not as good as 7 habits]
it was worth the credit.

Add the videos!!!

I loved the book, and I learned so much, but I had to scour YouTube to find the videos he discussed. I know that he stated that they're not necessary, but if we are paying for this audiobook then I feel that we should get the same experience as the real book.