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Sean Covey

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens

Nonfiction | Book | YA | Published in 1998

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Essay Topics

1.

Why does Covey emphasize that principles rather than people should be at the center of our lives? 

2.

As is clear from Covey’s “Thank Yous” at the end of the book, this book is a result of a team effort, including not just Covey’s staff but also teenagers who were interviewed for the book. In addition, Covey includes resources from other companies, which he credits throughout the book and at the end. He is also indebted to his father, Stephen Covey, who wrote the original The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. How does the creation of this book symbolize Habit 6: “Synergize”?

3.

Which habit do you find the most difficult to follow? Why? Which habit seems to be easiest for you? Why?