From the Publisher
MAKING SMART CHOICES IN CHALLENGING TIMES
The challenges teens face today are tougher than at any time in
history: academic stress, parent communication, media bombardment,
dating drama, abuse, bullying, addictions, depression, and peer
pressure, just to name a few. And, like it or not, the choices
teens make while navigating these challenges can make or break
their futures.
In The 6 Most Important Decisions You''ll Ever Make,
Sean Covey, author of the international bestseller The 7 Habits
of Highly Effective Teens, gives teens the strong advice they
need to make informed and wise decisions.Using real stories from
teens around the world, Sean shows teens how to succeed in school,
make good friends, get along with parents, wisely handle dating and
sex issues, avoid or overcome addictions, build self-esteem, and
much more. Jam-packed with original cartoons, inspiring quotes, and
fun quizzes, this innovative book will help teens not only survive
but thrive during their teen years and beyond.
Building upon the legacy of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective
Teens, this is an indispensable resource for teens
everywhere.
About the Author
Stephen R. Covey was born on October 24, 1932, in Salt Lake City, Utah. He married Sandra Merrill and had nine children. Covey received a B.A. from University of Utah, an M.B.A. from Harvard, and a D.R.E. from Brigham Young University. He was a teacher and administrator at BYU. Covey founded Covey Leadership Center in 1983 and has published a periodical, Executive Excellence. Covey authors books and articles on leadership, personal and organizational effectiveness, and family and interpersonal relationships. He promotes individual awareness, self-control, discipline, and a sense of purpose in seeking a balanced life. He recommends that companies treat employees more holistically to raise productivity. His works have been widely translated. His best known book is Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, first published in 1989, which has sold several million copies. Other Covey books include: Principle Centered Leadership (1991), First Things First: to Live, to Love, to Learn, and to Leave a Legacy (1994), Daily Reflections for Highly Effective People, First Things First Every Day Because Where You're Headed Is More Important Than How Fast You're Going (1997), The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Families, and Seven Habits of Highly Effective Organizations. Covey received the Thomas More College Medallion and the Utah Symphony Fiftieth Anniversary Award in 1990, and the McFeely Award of the International Management Council for contributions and service in 1991.
About the Book
The phenomenal bestselling author of "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens" provides in-depth guidance and practical solutions to six major challenges every teenager faces.
