With his pioneering work in Principle-Centered Leadership, Stephen R. Covey is widely acknowledged as one of the world's leading authorities on empowerment. Thousands of organizations worldwide, including more than 150 of the Fortune 500, have adopted his innovative techniques on quality, leadership, innovation, trust, teamwork, customer-focused service and organizational alignment. His audiocassette program, "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People," is a best-seller. Dr. Covey received an MBA from Harvard and a doctorate from Brigham Young University, where he was professor of organizational behavior and business management. His many awards include the Thomas More College Medallion for continued service to humanity and the McFeely Award from the International Management Council for significant contributions to management and education.