The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (Stephen R. Covey) / quote 86 of 203

Taking initiative is not being pushy

Our basic nature is to act, and not be acted upon. As well as enabling us to choose our response to particular circumstances, this empowers us to create circumstances. Taking initiative does not mean being pushy, obnoxious, or aggressive. It does mean recognizing our responsibility to make things happen.

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