Stephen R. Covey first wrote the self-help book titled The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, since then this book has opened the eyes and hearts to millions of people around the world. After discovering the success that so many people have experienced and continue to experience, Dr. Covey decided to write the sequel titled The Eighth Habit: From Effectiveness to Greatness. This habit is explained as: “Find your voice, your calling, your soul code, and inspire others to do the same.” What exactly does it mean and how to implement that particular habit in business? It's really simple, if you know what you're working on, with an end in mind. With some direction, a foundation, and a purpose, it is amazing what a single person can achieve in their life. However, that single person had to start somewhere. The beginning is our foundation or character, as described by Stephen R. Covey in 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, “although image, techniques and skills can influence your success, the true source Lasting effectiveness lies in a strong character: the roots”. A solid and incorrigible foundation is essential in one's growth process. As Dr. Covey said: “First we create our habits, then our habits create us”; meaning, the derived benefits come from the amount of effort you choose to put in, along with how you approach various scenarios, both on a personal and professional level. How you interact with colleagues or anyone else will have some sort of repercussion. Leaving that interaction on a positive note will prove to be beneficial for everyone, on the contrary, leaving the same scenario in a negative way will leave a bad impression in the reci... middle of paper... of evolution in the eighth. habit encouraging us to live life with an open mind and heart. Challenging us readers to look beyond what's in front of our faces. Show and explain to readers that it is possible to be successful in both your personal and professional life. Dr. Covey teaches people what it takes to be a leader and the roles that an effective leader will display and encourage in their daily interactions. An effective leader will understand the need to establish a common purpose, giving others a sense of direction to build upon in their own ways. Dr. Covey also illustrates how foundations are essential for continued growth. Reiterating how the 7 habits help develop the eighth habit. Stephen Covey believes that we, as a human race, are capable of so much more than we ever anticipated if we would only open our minds and hearts to each other.