Paradigm Shifting Books

In this episode, Stephen and Britain Covey dive into Getting Things Done (GTD) by David Allen, a groundbreaking book that redefines productivity. They explore how GTD isn’t just about checking off tasks but about creating a trusted system to free your mind, reduce stress, and focus on what truly matters.   Stephen shares his personal connection with David Allen, having worked closely with him earl...

In this episode, Stephen and Britain Covey spotlight one of the most transformational ideas from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Habit 1: Be Proactive. Featuring rare, archival audio from Stephen R. Covey himself, this episode explores the foundational mindset behind personal growth, empowerment, and leadership. Stephen R. Covey’s voice rings through decades to offer one of the most impor...

In this episode, Stephen and Britain Covey revisit a modern classic: Essentialism by Greg McKeown. They dive into the core message of doing “less but better,” exploring how prioritizing what truly matters can lead to a more meaningful, purpose-driven life. Stephen reflects on his friendship with Greg McKeown, sharing stories that highlight the man behind the message. Together, the hosts explore ho...

In this special episode, Stephen and Britain Covey sit down with their father, Stephen M. R. Covey, to explore the real origin story behind The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey. From childhood family councils to a 20-year publishing journey, they uncover the behind-the-scenes moments that shaped one of the most influential personal development books of all time. The episode...

In this relaunch episode of Paradigm Shifting Books , hosts Stephen and Britain Covey share exciting updates about the podcast's new direction while blending personal stories with profound insights. Britain, a Super Bowl champion, reveals what winning the Super Bowl really feels like (including a hilarious kindergarten project involving "Flat Stanley"), while both hosts explore thei...

Unlocking Confidence and Presence with Amy Cuddy In this powerful episode of Paradigm Shifting Books , Stephen and Britain Covey sit down with Amy Cuddy, renowned social psychologist and author of Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges . Together, they explore the transformative concept of presence and how it enables us to show up authentically and confidently in life’s mo...

Previewing ‘Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges’ by Amy Cuddy In this preview episode of Paradigm Shifting Books , Stephen and Britain Covey set the stage for their upcoming interview with Amy Cuddy, the renowned social psychologist behind Presence . The brothers share their excitement about discussing a book that has transformed the way we think about confidence and pe...

In this episode of 'Paradigm Shifting Books,' hosts Stephen and Britain discuss their father Stephen M. R. Covey's book 'Trust and Inspire' and reflect on the previous episode with him. Highlights include real-world examples of trust and inspire leaders like NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang and Golden State Warriors' coach Steve Kerr. They also dive into practical appli...

Exploring the book ‘Trust and Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others’ by Stephen M.R. Covey. We have a leadership crisis today, where even though our world has changed drastically, our leadership style has not. Most organizations, teams, schools, and families today still operate from a model of “command and control,” focusing on hierarchies and compliance from people. But bec...

Previewing 'Trust and Inspire' by Stephen M.R. Covey - A Paradigm Shift in Leadership Stephen & Britain preview 'Trust and Inspire' by Stephen M.R. Covey, a groundbreaking book on leadership. The hosts discuss the book's relevance in modern leadership, emphasizing its importance not just in corporate settings but also in family, sports, and educational environments. Th...

Applying the Seven Habits: Integrity and Inside-Out Change In this episode of Paradigm Shifting Books, Britain & Stephen discuss the practical application of 'The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People' by Stephen R. Covey. Britain shares his experience balancing fall camp with personal growth and highlights the crucial concept of private victory preceding public victory. They delve...

Exploring the Origins and Impact of 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People' In this episode of Paradigm Shifting Books, the hosts welcome their father, Stephen M.R. Covey, to discuss the renowned book 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People' by their grandfather, Stephen R. Covey. They delve into the book's origins, the unique perspectives Stephen M.R. Covey brings from...

Previewing and exploring the legacy of the book ‘The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People’. Discussion around why the book remains influential today. Personal stories from Britain & Stephen growing up with Stephen R. Covey as their grandfather. The hosts also discuss questions they plan to ask their father, Stephen M.R. Covey, in an upcoming interview, which will delve deeper into the origins a...

Applying Book Insights: The Fearless Mind Recap and Real-Life Applications. Britain and Stephen recap the insights from Dr. Manning and discuss how to practically apply these ideas in real life. The hosts share personal and external applications of self-awareness and reflection techniques from the book. They discuss the importance of daily journaling to boost self-awareness and how focusing on the...

Unlocking Human Performance: An Interview with Dr. Craig Manning - https://thefearlessmind.com/   In this episode, Dr. Manning, author of 'The Fearless Mind,' joins the podcast to discuss the transformative principles of mental performance. Dr. Manning shares his journey of writing the book, the importance of knowing one's strengths, and the significance of building skills upon thos...

Exploring 'The Fearless Mind' by Dr. Craig Manning: https://thefearlessmind.com/dr-manning/ Stephen and Britain discuss the book's core concepts about high performance, overcoming fear, and the mental state required to achieve success, whether in sports, business, or personal life. We talk through some personal insights and experiences with the book, emphasizing task-oriented versus...

Introducing New Co-Host Britain Covey - A Fresh Perspective on Paradigm Shifting Books. In this episode, Stephen H Covey introduces his younger brother and new co-host, Britain Covey, who is currently an NFL player for the Philadelphia Eagles. Britain shares his unique perspective as a professional athlete, while Stephen highlights the legacy and influence of their grandfather, Stephen R. Covey. T...

A quick update at the start of 2023. Upcoming episodes outlook and my personal resolution for 2023! 

The next book review episode won't be until later in 2022. Stephen explains the reasons behind this and the ultimate end in mind for this podcast ;) 

Daniel H. Pink is the author of seven books, including the forthcoming The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward (Riverhead, 2022). His other books include the New York Times bestsellers When and A Whole New Mind — as well as the #1 New York Times bestsellers Drive and To Sell is Human. Dan’s books have won multiple awards, have been translated into 42 languages, and have sold mil...

Whitney Johnson is considered one of the top ten business thinkers in the world as named by Thinkers50, Whitney is an expert at smart growth leadership. Whitney has worked at FORTUNE 100 companies, and as an award-winning equity analyst on Wall Street. She co-founded the Disruptive Innovation Fund with Harvard Business School’s late Clayton Christensen. She has coached alongside the renowned Marsh...

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Michael Bungay Stanier is at the forefront of shaping how organizations see coaching as an essential leadership competency. His book The Coaching Habit is the best-selling coaching book of this century, with over a million copies sold. In 2019, he was named the #1 thought leader in coaching. The Advice Trap is his follow-up book that incorporates everything great about The Coaching Habit and expan...

To learn more about Michael Bungay Stanier and the advice trap you can visit: https://www.mbs.works/best-books-training-for-coaches-leaders-and-mentors/the-advice-trap/ The full episode with Michael will release in November 2021. *** If you like this podcast and the books we discuss it would mean a lot if you left both a positive rating and review ;) Follow on: YouTube Instagram Facebook