Quote by Stephen Covey

The Inside-Out approach to personal and interpersonal effectiveness means to start first with self; even more fundamentally, to start with the most inside part of self -- with your paradigms, your character, and your motives. The inside-out approach says that private victories precede public victories, that making and keeping promises to ourselves recedes making and keeping promises to others. It says it is futile to put personality ahead of character, to try to improve relationships with others before improving ourselves.

The Inside-Out approach to personal and interpersonal effect

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and personal growth as the foundation for achieving effectiveness in both personal and interpersonal aspects of life. It suggests that true success starts with introspection, examining our paradigms, character, and motives. Prioritizing our personal development and values allows us to take responsibility for our actions and make meaningful progress. The quote highlights the significance of internal victories before seeking external validation and highlights the futility of prioritizing external appearances or relationships without first focusing on our own self-improvement.

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By Stephen Covey

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