Yesterday after hearing about the death of Stephen Covey, Josefina, a 21-year old journalist co-worker that sits beside me, asked with curiosity: "Who was he?" I smiled, because it was one of those questions that marked our difference in generations. For those of us who are a little older, Covey was a foundational figure. His books influenced an entire group of leaders. With over 26 million copies sold, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People was and continues to be a classic for all those interested in management. So, for those who want to remember him as well as those that would like to get to know him, like Josefina, here are three key ideas from Covey: