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Everyday Greatness Inspiration for a Meaningful Life
By Stephen R. Covey and David K. Hatch
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On 1/20 Barbara Rosmus wrote: This book had a lot of inspirational stories about common, everyday people doing extraordinary things in extraordinary circumstances. I loved the stories, but was put off by the editorials at the end of each story. I prefer to form my own opinion of stories like that. It was a good and easy read and ... Every Day Greatness by Stephan Covey
On 12/14 Scott Burns wrote: I just finished reading this surprisingly enjoyable book. I say surprisingly enjoyable because it is not the kind of book I would usually read, and when it arrived in the mail I wasn’t too thrilled to start it. But once I dove in, I had a hard time putting it down. Everyday Greatness is a compilation ... Everyday Greatness
On 12/8 Holly B wrote: I love story collections and compilations. I enjoy picking up a book, reading a short story or two and coming away inspired to do better or be better.Stephen R. Covey, along with Reader's Digest, has compiled a wonderful book full of moving stories. Everyday Greatness is a way of living, not something ... Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey...Review
On 12/7 Elmer Laydon wrote: Everyday Greatness is a compilation of short stories and quotes that had been originally published by Readers Digest. Every Greatness not only includes the Readers Digest stories and quotes but also commentaries by Stephen R. Covey. The stories are broken down into various chapters and subchapters ... Book Review – Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey
On 12/7 Jim Kilson wrote: I must admit that that title of this book, “Everyday Greatness” immediately caught my attention. This because I am the type of person that believes that greatness in life doesn’t come from our occasional mountaintop experiences but from living our lives on a day-to-day basis in the valleys and ... Book Review: "Everyday Greatness" by Stephen R. Covey
On 12/1 Lindsay Bridges wrote: "Everyday Greatness" is a superb collection of the most inspirational stories and quotes ever printed in the "Reader’s Digest" magazine. What makes this volume unique is the commentary by Stephen R. Covey that follows after each story. Here he briefly summarizes each essay, offers personal insights, ... A Timeless Collection for Everyone
On 11/30 Kylan Robinson wrote: Everyday Greatness is a collection of stories that prove a point. The editor, Stephen R. Covey, wants to show that every individual has the potential to live a full and admirable life. The stories come from a variety of sources – writers, cultural icons, athletes, common folk, and more – but they ... Everyday Greatness
On 11/29 Jennifer Miller wrote: Thomas Nelson publishers provided me with a copy of Insights for a Meaningful Life/ Everyday Greatness with Insights and Commentary by Stephen R. Covey. In return for this book, I get to blog about it and share my opinion. ... Review of Everyday Greatness
On 11/21 Joseph Garibay wrote: I received this book through the Thomas Nelson Book Review Blogger program. It attracted my attention as I usually like reading books about being a person of greatness. I assumed that I would find his writing uplifting and informative. Everyday Greatness is living each day with character and contribution. ... Not too shabby...
On 11/20 Amy Sorrells wrote: Everyday Greatness is a collection of best-loved short stories, reflections, and quotes from Reader’s Digest. Stephen Covey adds insights and challenges throughout the various chapters, which focus on 21 characteristics of a purposeful, principle-filled life. Uncommon, inspiring stories and quotes are ... Everyday Greatness: Insights and Commentary by Stephen R. Covey & Compiled by David K. Hatch. A Thomas Nelson Book review.
On 11/17 Stan Fetting wrote: Everyday Greatness by Stephen Covey is like Chicken Soup for the Soul on steriods. It’s not a book to be read in one sitting, bu rather a resource book of stories and quotes that would suit someone who speaks regularly. The book is built around three principles: 1. The Choice to Act – your energy 2. The Choice ... Everyday Greatness
On 10/30 Nader Alfie wrote: Everyday GreatnessStephen R. Covey464 pagesThomas NelsonThis bulk of this book's text is a compilation of inspiring short stories culled from back issues of Reader's Digest. The readings, however, are not simply lumped together. Rather, they are organized in a nice way according according to topic and ... Book Review: Everyday Greatness
On 10/28 Kris Dekker wrote: I don’t know if its the mid-life crisis thing or not, but I’ve been dwelling a lot on what real impact my life is having in this world. Am I all that I should be or could be? Is “greatness” achievable for me? What is greatness, after all? In lieu of being able to afford a new sports car, I guess ... Everyday Greatness for Everyone
On 10/27 Elmer Boutin wrote: It's an inspirational volume with stories by personalities including Alex Haley, Betty Ford, and Ed McMahon; but, also from people you may have never heard of. Some stories tell of triumph over adversity and long odds, some of gathering inspiration, and all have a life lesson. Each story is followed ... Book Review: "Everyday Greatness" by Stephen R. Covey & Reader's Digest
On 10/27 Malise Terrell wrote: "Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do!""Everyday Greatness" by Stephen R. Covey "Inspiration for a meaningful life." Thomas Nelson published. Covey works at facilitating you getting more out of life with his insights and commentary! This is a Reader's Digest recommended reading ... "Everyday Greatness" by Stephen R. Covey Review
On 10/21 Butch Syyap wrote: Everyday Greatness – inspiration for a meaningful lifeStephen R. Covey and David K. Hatch - AuthorsRutledge Hill Press (a division of Thomas Nelson) - PublisherMy first impression? ‘A new book by Stephen Covey!' Having owned three of his previous works, I was eager to see what additional wisdom he ... Everyday Greatness – a book review
On 10/16 David Stadel wrote: A few months ago I received my copy of Everyday Greatness. I began reading it right away, immediately drawn to its format which allowed me to pick a subject to learn about. The book is not a continuous read; it’s a Readers Digest format which is to say it’s a collection of short (sometimes very short) ... Book Review: Everyday Greatness by Stephen Covey & Readers Digest
On 10/3 Carol Layton wrote: This is a very strong compilation of essays and quotations from a variety of people such as Maya Angelou, Thoreau, da Vinci, and Chuck Norris. The material is organized under categories such as respect, responsibility, perseverance, and gratitude. Amidst these mostly character development sections, I ... Everyday Greatness by Stephen Covey
On 9/29 Tara Shields wrote: It's been a while since I posted a book review for the Thomas Nelson Book Review Bloggers, but I need to earn my free books! So here's my review of Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey and David K. Hatch.Summary - A compilation of some of the best human interest and inspirational stories from Reader’s ... Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey
On 9/25 Rachel Frank wrote: This book is awesome. What I love most about the book is that it itself is timeless. It is one of those books you will need to hold on to forever because the wisdom and principals shared throughout the book seems unending. The other thing that I love most about this book is that you ... “Everyday Greatness” by Stephen R. Covey
On 9/25 Jean Wise wrote: I received this book through the Thomas Nelson Book Review Blogger program. It attracted my attention as I usually like Stephen Covey’s material, finding it uplifting and informative. Everyday Greatness is living each day with character and contribution. It is a way of life not a one time five minutes ... Everyday Greatness by Stephen Covey
On 9/24 Benjamin Anderson wrote: Everyday Greatness is a compilation of inspirational short stories, quotes and proverbs that will challenge and spur the reader on to achieving their potential, regardless of where they are in life. The book is full of illustrations and short stories that any speaker, secular teacher or biblical preacher, ... Good compilation
On 9/22 Stephenie Hovland wrote: Everyday Greatness is a treasure of life application insights and inspirations. David K. Hatch has compiled the collection of personal stories from Reader’s Digest, while Stephen Covey provides commentary. Each trait (such as responsibility, unity, and perseverance) is followed up with anectdotes, ... A Keeper
On 9/21 Michelle Unwin wrote: Everyday Greatness is a compilation of stories and insights from those who would be considered "well-known" and many who I would call "should-be-known". Targeting about 19 different character traits or schools of thought that clearly transform lives - you read 2-3 real-life stories that pinpoint the ... "Everyday Greatness" - a great book...
On 9/18 Karen Dobson wrote: 5.0 out of 5 stars EveryDay Greatness by Stephen R. Covey is a Great Read., September 18, 2009 Everyday Greatness, Inspiration for a Meaningful Life, by Stephen R. Covey and Reader's Digest. Compiled by David K. Hatch. This book is one of the most inspirational books I have ever read. It is a compilation ... Every Day Greatness is a Great Read
On 9/17 Cindy Slay wrote: Everyday Greatness: Inspiration for a Meaningful Life by Stephen R. Covey is a compilation of works originally printed in Readers Digest. The articles have been organized based on various character traits essential to live a life full of everyday greatness. In the introduction the reader is challenged ... Everyday Inspiration
On 9/16 Michael Combs wrote: So I want to really like this book. The stories in it are great. Some make you laugh and some make you cry. There were many moments in this book in which I was reduced to a blathering mess. However, that is what you expect from reader’s digest. Short easy to digest stories that really hit the spot. ... Everyday Greatness
On 9/15 Cheryl Kosec wrote: Most can recall the collection of anecdotal stories that have made Reader’s Digest famous over the years. The food-for-thought magazine had provided decades of just the right story for just the right moment. Now, noted author and speaker Stephen R. Covey has taken those anecdotal remembrances and ... Everyday Greatness: Insights & Commentary
On 9/12 Harwinder Bhatia wrote: Everyday Greatness is a collection of some of the best and most inspiring stories from Reader's Digest over the past eighty years. The main idea of the book is that the world celebrates heroic achievements and rare talents, but there's greatness in small and simple deeds in everyday life that deserves ... Everyday Greatness: Inspirational, Insightful and Touching
On 9/10 Kristen Merritt wrote: "Everyday Greatness" by Stephen Covey is a good reference, quick review read. This is a wonderful book for reference. This book has Stephen Covey’s name on it but it is only compiled by him. The book is comprised primarily of quotes of inspiration. I found it to be great if you needed a quick pick ... "Everyday Greatness" by Stephen Covey
On 9/10 Violet Nesdoly wrote: Sixty-three of the best stories from the Reader’s Digest archives, organized into chapters which address twenty-one essential components of character – that’s what you have in Everyday Greatness. What was the point of resurrecting and reprinting these stories? For David K. Hatch, who pulled the ... Everyday Greatness by Steven R. Covey
On 9/9 Patricia Janes wrote: As a member of Thomas Nelson’s Book Review Blogger program http://brb.thomasnelson.com/ I had the opportunity to review Stephen R. Covey’s compendium of moral inspirational stories, Everyday Greatness. Covey’s book is like a textbook in morals. Moral values are categorized and explicitly described ... Everyday Greatness
On 9/8 brenten gilbert wrote: this morning, i walked my boys, my little boys down the street, to the corner and i watched them climb up into a big yellow bus and off they went to school… kindergarten and second grade and still i see them curled up into a tiny ball kicking against my arms fighting to stay awake ... on fearless greatness…
On 9/8 Marty Sloan wrote: LATEST FROM MY BLOG... BOOKS, LIFE Everyday Greatness book review! Posted on 08 September 2009 by Marty Sloan (0) I have been reading the book Everyday Greatness by Stephen R Covey, compiled by David Hatch. For me this book is a masterpiece! If you are a person who can use quick and easily discovered ... Everyday Greatness
On 9/5 Brandon Smith wrote: The guru of principle centered living, Stephen Covey, has designed a great resource! Its called Everyday Greatness, and it is a wonderful description of all of the principles that Covey has shared with us over the years through a lot of short stories. Stories from great writers like: Maya Angelou, Jack ... Everyday Greatness
On 8/31 Jason Rigby wrote: Have you ever read a great story and thought, “wow”? Where you were transported into that story and everything around you faded away as if you lived the story? Well imagine a book that has hundreds of great stories in it, a book that not only has hundreds of stories but are all categorized and after ... Covey did it again!
On 8/31 Michelle Yoder wrote: I just finished the book "Everyday Greatness" by Stephen R. Covey. It was a very encouraging, thought provoking and challenging read. The book is broken up into seven categories, and within those there are three principles that pertain to the category. Within these principles are stories. These stories ... "Everyday Greatness" by Stephen R. Covey
On 8/28 Steven Ibbotson wrote: Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey is an interesting read. The book is really a compilation of 63 Reader's Digest stories by David K. Hatch that is supplemented by Covey's introduction, topical arrangement and brief commentary. With the premise that most truly heroic deeds are those small actions ... Review of "Everyday Greatness" by Stephen R. Covey
On 8/28 Kendra Grubinski wrote: “Everyday Greatness” by Stephen Covey is an intense, yet light read. It is chock full of life principles however portrayed through stories of ‘everyday’ people. Stephen’s goals for this book were 1) for the reader to relax and enjoy 2) be an inspiration to “get more out of life” and 3) ... "Everyday Greatness" by Stephen Covey
On 8/27 Becky Campbell wrote: Here is a review of the book Everyday Greatness, a Reader's Digest compilation with insights and commentary by Stephen R. Covey.This is the kind of book you might not want to read from start to finish. It's great for picking up when you have a little time here or there since you can jump in at any point ... Everyday Greatness
On 8/26 Shana Putnam wrote: I recently had the opportunity to become a book reviewer for Thomas Nelson. I mean free books to read, come on, I was all for it. Anyone who knows me knows that I read like a bajillion books a year. So for my first book I chose Everyday Greatness which is a collection of inspirational stories by some ... Review of Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey
On 8/26 David Ketter wrote: Stephen Covey is a well-known motivator and encourager. His books, speeches, and presentations have dominated the world of self-help resources. So what about Everyday Greatness? Covey remains in his traditional stream of thought, but presenting stories and pithy proverbs to demonstrate attributes that ... Review: Everyday Greatness by Stephen Covey
On 8/26 Dan Black wrote: In order to have everyday greatness there are things that you need to have and adapt into your life. Stephen Covey writes about: “Searching for meaning, taking charge, starting within, creating the dream, teaming with others, overcoming adversity, and blending the pieces”. In each section there are ... Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey
On 8/25 Beverly Moore wrote: In our world today, we are lacking heros. We are lacking men and women of upstanding courage, strength of character, conviction and selflessness. We need to show our children that greatness is not a one time act but a life lived daily in greatness. Stephen R. Covey and David K. Hatch have given us ... Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey and David K. Hatch
On 8/24 Matt Thisse wrote: I recently became part of the ultra-cool Thomas Nelson blogger book review team. The first book I requested to review was “Everyday Greatness” by Stephen Covey. At least, I thought it was by Stephen Covey. That’s really the negative part of this review. The book isn’t really by ... “Everyday Greatness” Book Review
On 8/24 Adrienne Wadel wrote: I enjoyed the book, Everyday Greatness by Steven Covey. It was actually a compilation of short, encouraging stories about some famous people, and some people who were not famous but made a difference in the lives of others. I especially liked the quotes at the end of each chapter. This is a rather large ... Nice Bit of Encouragement
On 8/21 Shanna Barnhisel wrote: Everyday Greatness: Inspiration for a Meaningful Life by Stephen R. Covey (compiled by David K. Hatch) is a compilation of short stories from Readers Digest along with Coveys thoughts. This book is separated out into 7 sections with 3 principles in each. This is one of those books that you could just ... Thomas Nelson Book Review - Everyday Greatness
On 8/20 Doug petch wrote: Everyday Greatness, a Reader’s Digest branded anthology published by Thomas Nelson and compiled by David K. Hatch with commentary by Stephen R. Covey, is not a book to be read cover to cover. Rather, it’s a source of inspiration, motivation and ideas on how to lead a meaningful life. The short stories ... An Excellent Addition to Your Daily Reading List
On 8/20 Kent Ong wrote: When I first pick up the book, my mind told me that this must be another motivational book on how to become successful. But, I was wrong. The book is actually not about how to live successfully, how to get what you want but rather it is about how to live your life great everyday. Stephen R. Covey tells ... Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey
On 8/19 Angela Sauber wrote: Everyday Greatness is a book that provides insight, inspiration and information on many topics that we deal with on a daily basis. Organized by character traits that you want to see in your own life, you can sit down and read from cover to cover or look up insight on the specific attribute you are trying ... Everyday Greatness with commentary by Steven R. Covey
On 8/18 Mike Safford wrote: This is a wonderfully compiled book of stories with inspiration and everyday development, which borders on, if not compels us, to think about our paths in life. “Everyday Greatness” is that collection of awe-inspiring stories, some from some famous people, but for the most part, they are the stories ... A Wonderful Inspiration
On 8/18 Ellen Vanderwerf wrote: Everyday Greatness, published by Readers Digest, edited by Stephen R Covey.This was a very good book. From beginning to end it was inspiring and liberating. It is a book of many authors and many sections. Each section teaches a different theme of admirable human character. Each section includes two ... Book Review
On 8/18 Carmen Lester wrote: BOOK REVIEW August, 2009 Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey EVERYDAY GREATNESS is a compilation of articles from READERS DIGEST. The compilation was done by David K. Hatch. Insights and commentaries were contributed by Stephen R. Covey. The insights were very inspirational ... What is Everyday Greatness
On 8/17 Lauren Sears wrote: I chose this book immediately from the title. Everyone can use some more ways to have a little more Greatness in their lives right? It actually made me flash back to a book I got in middle school, 7 Habits Highly of Highly Efficient Teens By Sean Covey. Only moments later after getting the book of my ... Everyday Greatness
On 8/17 Sharon Jahr wrote: This is a beautiful collection of encouraging, challenging and inspiring content. It is a wonderful reference for parents and supervisors to use for "thoughts of the day" in raising children or uplifting employees and/or co-workers. It's a mix of short stories and quotes covering many different subjects ... Great Collection for Inspiration
On 8/17 Geni White wrote: Who can be Great and change the world? Everyday Greatness Inspiration for a Meaningful Life Readers Digest Reprints Compiled by David K. Hatch Insights and Commentary by Stephen R. Covey ISBN 978-0-7852-8959-3 434 pp., Hdbk. Rutledge Hill Press, division of Thomas Nelson Pub, 2006 Easy to read, this ... Who Can Be Great and Change the World?
On 8/17 Charmaine Huey wrote: Many of us grew up with Reader’s Digest. I remember growing up as a book loving child and one of my favorite things to do was to look at the books in my Mother’s bookcase. There was Pearl Buck, Frank Yerby, and then there were those hardback thick Reader’s Digest compilations that she got I ... Everyday Greatness-Inspiration for A Meaningful Life by Stephen R. Covey(A Book Review)
On 8/16 Andy Morgan wrote: We can all be inspired by stories, true or fiction. There is something about reading or hearing how someone over came adversity, struggles and massive odds to prevail, survive or even to die well. Everyday Greatness is such a book. It’s 400 plus pages are filled with inspirational and moving stories which will draw from all your ... Everyday Greatness Inspiration for a Meaningful Life By Stephen R. Covey and David K. Hatch
On 8/15 Susan Lawrence wrote: Everyday Greatness: Inspiration for a Meaningful Life, compiled by David K. Hatch (Insights and Commentary by Stephen R. Covey) - When I first glanced at this book, I thought "Chicken Soup for the Soul." I was apprehensive about the quality of a book compiled from Reader's Digest stories. I'm not much ... Great for Every Day
On 8/15 David Snyder wrote: Everyday Greatness by Stephen Covey is not just an everyday, average book. This is a treasure trove of inspirational and heartwarming stories. As I read through this book I found story after story of "everyday" people who have overcome odds, and shown incredible fortitude throughout all of life's difficulties. ... Everyday Greatness - Stephen Covey
On 8/12 nancy kvamme wrote: The book, Everyday Greatness is a collection of inspirational stories which were originally published in Readers Digest. Each story is followed by insights and ocmmentary from Stephen Covey. Each of the seven chapters is finished by a series of quotes relating to that area. The seven sections include ... Review of Everyday Greatness
On 8/12 Kristina Rhodes wrote: The book Everyday Greatness by Stephen R Covey, was a book compiled of short stories that are supposed to inspire and motivate you to do great things with your life. Each chapter has three stories and a wrap up and reflections by Stephen Covey that gives you things to think about from the stories you've ... Everyday Greatness by Stephen R Covey...a Reader's Digest Book
On 8/11 Brad McKinney wrote: This is a very good inspirational book. It is filled with stories of greatness. My favorite sections were that of Courage, Attention, Responsibility, and Innovation. The stories really make you feel like you can achieve anything with a great mindset, attitude, and the ability to take action. This book does have a downside. As it ... Everyday Greatness by Stephen Covey
On 8/11 Becky Albertson wrote: Everyday Greatness is an inspiring volume of short stories from both recognizable celebrities and leaders and ordinary, everyday people. Honestly, I was expecting something different with Stephen Covey’s name on it, but if understood as it is, a compilation, it is indeed an enjoyable read. I ... Everyday Greatness by Stephen Covey
On 8/11 Bob Garbett wrote: “Everyday Greatness” is a collection of stories originally published in Reader’s Digest. There are seven life goals, each supported by three values for a total of 21 chapters. In each chapter there are stories from people who have demonstrated the application of these values and principles in overcoming ... Everyday Greatness
On 8/10 Nancy Mitchell wrote: This is a good addition to any library. Great collection of inspiring stories from ordinary people who found the "extra" deep within. This book is full of awesome quotes from many sources.I am glad I read the book otherwise I would most likely have never heard of many of these people or their motivational ... Everyday Greatness
On 8/10 Lisa Ahlstedt wrote: The book Everyday Greatness: Inspiration for a Meaningful Life wasn’t written by Stephen R. Covey, but he does provide the introduction and some commentary throughout. The book is a wonderful collection of inspirational stories and quotes which were originally published in Reader’s Digest magazine. ... Motivation for a better life
On 8/9 Daniel Smith wrote: Stephen R. Covey presents a great treatise of what it means to be a person of Everyday Greatness in his book by that title. In this book he, along with Readers Digest, collected a plethora of stories from people throughout recent history regarding the three choices Covey states are essential to be people ... Everyday Greatness
On 8/9 Ron Ash wrote: Stephen R. Covey’s "Everyday Greatness" is a fantastic collection of wonderful stories with pertinent commentary. This is truly an inspirational work. David Hatch has really compiled some emotion provoking stories of people who have gone above and beyond the call of duty. This book really puts what ... Everyday Greatness
On 8/9 Tarrus Crew wrote: Such a power-packed book filled with treasured principles that will challenge the reader to live up to their potential. When I first received the book, I was a little intimidated by the size of the book. However, when I began to delve into the topics discussed, it was if I could not put it down. Some ... Excellent Resource
On 8/9 Nate Payne wrote: I have always liked short stories that make you feel good after you read them and this is what Stephen Covey and David Hatch have done with this book with the help of one of the best magazine to date the Readers Digest. I got this book for the Thomas Nelson Book Review program. (brb.thomasnelson.com). There ... Everday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey
On 8/8 Roberta Karchner wrote: As a long-time subscriber to Readers Digest, it has always been a pleasure to read through stories of ordinary people who have achieved more than anyone expected. This collection, compiled by David K. Hatch is a well-organized compilation of these stories. While I enjoyed Stephen Covey's commentary ... Good Resource Book ... Short Stories
On 8/8 Robin Wright wrote: Everyday Greatness is a compilation of inspiring stories of extraordinary people. The stories, which were originally published by Readers Digest, demonstrate how anyone at anytime can make the conscious decision to experience greatness each day. Stephen Covey did an excellent job of narrating and expounding ... Everyday Greatness is Great
On 8/7 Tony Acord wrote: “I must strip my vines of all useless foliage and concentrate on what is truth, justice, and charity.” –Pope John XXIIIReader’s Digest Everyday Greatness is full of timeless truths that can relate and apply to all areas and aspects of life of life. The stories and quotes found within the pages ... Book Review: Everyday Greatness
On 8/7 Laura Navarro wrote: Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey and David K. Hatch is my latest Thomas Nelson Book Review Bloggers pick. I have a book on my shelf called 70 Most Unforgettable Characters from Reader’s Digest. I have kept it since I was in high school and read it again every few years. They are short little stories ... Everyday Greatness – review
On 8/6 Sally Shupe wrote: Are you looking for a book to inspire and challenge you to go above and beyond what you are doing now? Then this book is for you!! The book, Everyday Greatness by Stephen R Covey, sets out to apply “character-driven living” principles to our own lives using adversity and challenge. The inside cover ... Everyday Greatness
On 8/6 P.I. Barrington wrote: When I first received the book, "Everyday Greatness" Insights and Commentary by Dr. Steven R. Covey (compiled by David K. Hatch, Thomas Nelson publisher, ISBN978-1--4016-0241-3) I skimmed through it and my first thought was "Oh great. Another book full of platitudes!" I didn't need any more of that. But ... Everyday Greatness-Not just a book of platitudes
On 8/6 Alicia White wrote: I just got done reading Everday Greatness by Stephen Covey, and overall I enjoyed it! This is a book that demands to be read over multiple sittings. Compiled of stories from Reader's Digest, you will discover the inspirational lessons from celebrities, writers, politicians, actors and more. Each chapter ... Everyday Greatness by Stephen Covey
On 8/4 Sherry Legan wrote: Everyday Greatness was an interesting book for me to read. Personally I had difficulty reading this book. Although it was personally difficult for me I can recommend it. I think it would be a great book for someone that needs encouragement. I am sure one of my issues with it is that it was not spiritual. ... Book Review
On 8/4 Jonathan Coombs wrote: Everyday Greatness: Inspiration for a Meaningful Life by Stephen R Covey is based around 63 true life stories that are to uplift, inspire, and bring forth passion within the reader. Using stories and quotes from various Reader’s Digest articles over the years Covey adds his own commentary to them in order to shape the readers ... Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey
On 8/4 Hattie Norman wrote: "Everyday Greatness" is packed with wonderful stories and quotes about ways to lead a full life by giving of ourselves to others with honesty, courage, humility and empathy and other Fruits of the Spirit. Each story is easy to read. There is no need for a dictionary or other Bible helps. I flowed with ... Everyday Greatness Will Give Your Life A Purpose
On 8/4 Lana Vaughan wrote: Inspiring stories and practical insights challenge readers to live a life of everyday greatness. Best-selling author Stephen Covey and Reader’s Digest have joined forces to produce an extraordinary volume of inspiration, insight, and motivation to live a life of character and contribution. The timeless ... Nice but not a "must read"
On 8/4 Tracey Brewer wrote: Everyday Greatness: Inspiration for a Meaningful Lifewith Insights and Commentary by Stephen R. Covey is an encouraging and thought-provoking read. It presents stories, anecdotes and quotes that are divided into seven categories, each containing three principles. These include such topics as responsibility, ... Book Review: Everyday Greatness: Inspiration for a Meaningful Life
On 8/3 Katie from Katie's Nesting Spot wrote: Everyday Greatness: Inspiration for a Meaningful LifeBy Stephen R. Covey and David K. Hatch I was drawn to this title immediately, because I like to think that we and our life's meaningfulness is defined not by the occasional great moments but rather the sum of what we do for selves, family, and community ... Book Review: Everyday Greatness
On 8/2 Charlotte Greene wrote: I recently was given the chance to review a book called "Everyday Greatness" by Stephen Covey. The book has Reader Digest stories in them and I have loved everyone of them. I have to say that getting books to read is what I love to do because I love to read. This book has different stories from so many ... Awesome, Inspirational Book
On 8/2 Justin Howard wrote: I recently had a chance to read "Everyday Greatness" by Stephen Covey. Many may recognize that name from "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People" fame. In "Everyday Greatness", Stephen has teamed up with Reader's Digest to compile intriguing, uplifting, and encouraging short stories, quotes, reflections, ... Everyday Greatness
On 8/2 Brandee Holland wrote: Everyday Greatness, with commentary by Stephen R. Covey and compiled by David K. Hatch, is a wonderful and inspiring book. This is a collection of inspiring stories and quotations, some humorous, some serious. It contains stories by many of the great authors, celebrities, athletes, and leaders of our ... Great inspiration and encouragement
On 7/31 Christina Puntigam wrote: It was wonderful to be bathed in uplifting stories. The scope of the collection is bound to reach you at some point. Stephen Covey does an excellent job of combining the stories into different disciplines that are essential to what he deems “everyday greatness.” The quotes at the end of each chapter are full of memorable ... Everyday Greatness by. Stephen R. Covey
On 7/31 Nancy Famolari wrote: Inspirational, compelling, a great read for our times: these are some of the ways people describe “Everyday Greatness.” I think it's more than that. It offers a glimpse, through a series of stories and quotes of people who live by their principles. Today, I think we need these insights as much, or ... Principles Count
On 7/31 James Coles wrote: Everyday Greatness: Inspiration for a Meaningful Life by Stephen R. Covey compiled by David K. Hatch promises (from Covey’s introduction) to be personal and to help inspire and teach “timeless principals promising more joy, more peace of mind and an enhanced feeling of worth.” I think Covey’s ... Everyday Greatness: Inspiration for a Meaningful Life by Stephen R. Covey
On 7/30 Jennifer Belanger wrote: Everyday Greatness: Inspiration for a Meaningful Life by Stephen R. Covey is a thought provoking book filled with inspirational true life stories that challenges the reader to stop and think of their lives, how they treat others, how they treat themselves, and what they would do in some unthinkable situations. ... Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey
On 7/30 Andi Coventry wrote: Stephen R. Covey is known for being one of the most influential people in America. His most famous title is The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. In his collection entitled Everyday Greatness, Covey continues to inspire the masses. The book consists of a collection of essays that were all originally ... Review of Everyday Greatness
On 7/30 Cherie Hill wrote: “Everyday Greatness” is one of the best gift/ coffee table books of our time. The introduction and commentary by Stephen Covey is nothing less that brilliant and incredibly inspiring. The book is so well organized and written in such a way that the stories of perseverance against impossibilities ... Incredibly Inspiring!
On 7/30 Craig Owens wrote: I have read almost everything that Stephen Covey has written, so when I saw this newest title — Everyday Greatness — with his name on it, I was really looking forward to it. I know the classic rule is “Never judge a book by its cover,” but I admit I broke this rule! When I saw ... Everyday Greatness (book review)
On 7/30 Gina Flynn wrote: Everyday Greatness by Stephen Covey is really a compilation of short stories, essays and book excerpts by various authors, organized by what Covey calls principles of Everyday Greatness. Each story and quote has at one time appeared in Reader's Digest magazine. Covey ties the stories together and offers ... Book Review - Everyday Greatness
On 7/30 Allie Marmion wrote: I recently read the book, Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey. This book is a compilation effort with Covey and David K. Hatch. The book is best read in portions, meaning you read some, then think about what you read. It is broken up into sections which is helpful to the reader. You can just ... Everyday Greatness
On 7/29 Rick McQueen wrote: Everyday Greatness, a compilation of inspirational stories pulled from the archives of Reader’s Digest, is a moving and often educating read presenting real life stories of character driven choices in life. Whether you choose to read this book in installments or whether you choose to read through, ... Everyday Greatness
On 7/28 Misty Dowdy wrote: I recently got to review the book, Everyday Greatness Inspiration for a Meaningful LifeBy Stephen R. Covey and David K. HatchThis is a book full of inspiration and motivational stories. This is a book that you can read straight through or over multiple readings. It is a book that you will want ... Everyday Greatness Book Review...
On 7/28 Jill Dudley wrote: The tales shared come from a wide range of people throughout history and with various racial, religious, and ethnic backgrounds. These personal tales of triumph were quite enjoyable for me to read since I enjoy biographies. However, I did not necessarily enjoy how Covey and Hatch categorized the stories ... Everyday Greatness: Great For The Night Stand
On 7/24 Valerie Murray wrote: Everyone has said, "there has to be something more I can do in my life". Everyday Greatness-Inspiration for a Meaningful Life contains many inspirational and motivational stories Readers Digest has published over several years. This book inspires readers to live a life of greatness everyday. 1. The Choice ... Everyday Greatness By Stephen R. Covey and David Hatch
On 7/22 Karyn Hall wrote: In his introduction, Stephen Covey states the outcomes he hoped to achieve with this book. First, he wanted the reader to relax and enjoy reading the book, that the information would be reassuring, comforting and uplifting. Second, he hoped the book would be inspiring to those who read it. Third, he ... Inspirational Collection, Thought Provoking
On 7/20 Richard Jones wrote: Everyday Greatness is a book that demands to be read over multiple sittings. Compiled of stories from Reader's Digest, you will discover the inspirational lessons from celebrities, writers, politicians, actors and more.Each chapter gives you three stories from three different people followed by quotes ... Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey
On 7/20 Tracy Keck wrote: I am so thrilled to be reviewing this awesome new book! "Everyday Greatness" by Stephen R. Covey and David K. Hatch, is a wonderful and inspiring read. It is a compilation of stories that have appeared in Readers Digest over several decades, along with commentary and great quotes. It highlights people ... Everyday Greatness