International Bestselling Author Visits Dubai

Published March 12th, 2006 - 12:32 GMT
Al Bawaba
Al Bawaba

In his only planned appearance in the Middle East in 2006, the internationally renowned, best-selling author Dr Stephen R. Covey will be introducing The 8th Habit: From Effectiveness to Greatness, the new reality and dimension of his bestseller “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”, The event is brought to you by Franklin Covey Middle East in association with IIR Middle East and will take place in Dubai on March 19th, 2006, followed by a three day seminar on The 4 Roles of Leadership facilitated by Franklin Covey’s Senior Consultant & Facilitator Craig Hiles.

As co-founder and Vice Chairman of FranklinCovey, Stephen R. Covey has written many bestsellers such as “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”, “First Things First”, and “Principle - Centered Leadership”, addressing the challenges and complexities of today’s personal and professional life. He was recognized as one of Time magazine’s 25 most influential Americans in 1996. FranklinCovey, the leading global professional services firm supports and enhances Stephen Covey’s vision, discipline and passion to inspire and provide tools for change and growth of individuals and organizations.

During his only public appearance in Dubai and the Middle East in 2006, Stephen R. Covey will be revealing timeless principles on how to practice The 8th Habit of “find your voice and inspire others to find theirs” and go beyond effectiveness to greatness. Various concepts, aiming to bring fulfillment, relevance, significance and contribution to one’s personal and professional life, will ensure a very interesting and informative session. Business executives at all levels of the corporate ladder would benefit tremendously from Stephen Covey’s extensive international experience, insight and ability to motivate individuals to take control of their professional and personal lives. In addition,  The 8th Habit Arabic version book will be launched at the event.

Stephen Covey says that “Perhaps the most important vision of all is to develop a sense of self, a sense of your own destiny, a sense of your unique mission and role in life, a sense of purpose and meaning”, and he continues that “If you want to make minor incremental changes and improvements, work on practices, behavior or attitude. But if you want to make significant, quantum improvement, work on PARADIGMS”.

This exclusive seminar will be held on the 19th of March at the JW Marriott Hotel in Dubai and will be complemented by a three day workshop on The 4 Roles of Leadership and on how highly effective leaders navigate change, deliver results and create the future. The concepts presented aim to improve strategic thinking, long-term vision and positive influence on others. The workshop will be held from March 20-23 2006 at the JW Marriott Hotel. More information can be obtained through FranklinCovey Middle East or IIR Middle East.


Franklin Covey provides effective measurable solutions to performance effectiveness, leadership effectiveness, aligning goals, and organizational effectiveness. In alignment with Franklin Covey’s approach, Franklin Covey Middle East partners with organizations across the region. Customization is provided in client in-house program deliverables including specific training, customized curriculum design and assessment, achieving desired results, and aligning performance with internationally recognized standards. Additionally, ongoing public workshops are scheduled in all core solution areas, focusing on both personal and organizational performance at every level.

FranklinCovey helps companies succeed by unleashing the power of their workforce to focus and execute on top business priorities. Clients include 90 percent of the Fortune 100, more than 75 percent of the Fortune 500, thousands of small and mid-sized businesses, as well as numerous government entities and educational institutions. FranklinCovey has 2,000 associates providing professional services and products in 33 offices across 95 countries.

 

 

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