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7 Habits of Highly Effective Leaders -Group Summary of Learned Concepts

Tiffany Elam's contribution

The first concept was that “we see things not as they are, but as we are conditioned to see them” (Covey, S. R., 2010, pg. 2). This concept means that because something has happened previously in the past, it is expected to happen in the present and the future.

In the article “Imagery in Human Classical Conditioning,” the authors reviewed several case studies and found that images repeatedly presented to the participants influenced responses (1997). Covey, explains that when individuals are aware of their conditioning, they can create or retrain themselves to generate new responses. By generating new responses this is welcoming change which will allow for a new view on world.

The second concept is that change starts from within oneself.

Covey explicates that when change is made, there is a shift from the focus of skill, positive attitude, and personality traits. The focus is then placed on integrity, justice and patience (2010).

The third concept learned was that “our character is a collection of our habits and habits have a powerful role in our lives,” (pg. 2). Habits, according to Covey are knowledge, skill and desire.

 Renea Johnson's Contribution

According to Covey, the seven habits of a highly effective person are as followed; Be proactive, begin with the end in mind, put first things first, think win/win, seek to understand, then to be understood, synergism, sharpen the saw.

Number one says to be proactive because according to Covey change starts within. Highly effective organizations decide to improve their companies through things they can influence rather than reacting to external forces.

Two states to begin with the end in mind, but what Covey means is to develop a principal centered personal mission statement that applies to your work method in the beginning as well as in the end.

Three states to put first things first, saying...