One simply cannot pay tribute to Stephen Covey without saying at the outset that he was a lovely human being. Stephen and I have both been figures in the world of "business thinking," or some such.

Stephen Covey's family said he died from the effects of a bicycle accident in April. Business. Self-Help Guru Covey Dies At 79 After Bike Accident. July 17, 2012 4:00 AM ET.