First Things First
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| Rating | : | 4.93 (684 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0671315560 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 144 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-05-08 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Rather than focusing on time and things, First Things First emphasizes relationships and results. Traditional time management suggests that working harder, smarter, and faster will help you gain control over your life, and that increased control will bring peace and fulfillment. First Things First is a revolutionary guide to managing your time by learning how to balance your life. And instead of efficiency, this new approach emphasizes effectiveness. It tells us: * Why we feel a gap between how we spend our time and what's deeply important to us * How focusing on efficiency and control increases the gap instead of closing it * How to determine if what you're doing is really important -- or only urgent * How to overcome the tremendous gravity of habit * How to put people ahead of schedules * How to lead your life, not just manage your time Offering a principle-centered approach and the wisdom and insight that made The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People a #1 bestseller, First Things First empowers listeners to define what is truly important; to accomplish worthwhile goals; and to lead rich,
Using this book will help you create balance between your personal and professional responsibilities by putting first things first and acting on them. First you divide tasks into these quadrants: Important and Urgent (crises, deadline-driven projects) Important, Not Urgent (preparation, prevention, planning, relationships) Urgent, Not Important (interruptions, many pressing matters) Not Urgent, Not Important (trivia, time wasters) Most people spend most of their time in quadrants 1 and 3, while quadrant 2 is where quality happens. Covey teaches an organizing process that helps you categorize tasks so you focus on what is important, not merely what is urgent. "Doing more things faster is no substitute for doing the right things," says Covey. He points you toward the real human needs--"to live, to love, to learn, to leave a legacy"--and
The kindle version is missing sections of the book. Amazon Customer The kindle version is missing sections of the book. As I was reading there were references to Appendix A for example, and the kindle version has no appendix a. There are also sections that suggested looking at particular pages to look back on, and when I do, the page is not what was indicated it would be. My rating is based in what I paid for but did not receive. I can't use th book to the fullest potential and I don't want to purchase the hardcopy and pay again. It is disappointing that th des. Arquimides Sanchez said 'First Things First' is not only a great reading material. A very realistic and objective approach on how to solve the dilemma of many of us, how to focus on what is really important. Approaching the important, long lasting, and satisfying things with a principle based and integrity driven desire will allow us to live a successful and fruitful life. 'First Things First' is not only a great reading material, but a challenging and practical guide for those of us that want real change and have a desire to live a life of impact and purpose.. "Focs Focus Focus" according to Fred Brachman. Great book for Graduate students stressed by their lack of focus. Tis book is great for that. Every business owner would be more successful if they followed this book's model and advice.