# Stephen M. R. Covey

> Co-founder of FranklinCovey Global Speed of Trust Practice and author of the international best-seller The Speed of Trust. He is a keynote speaker and advisor on trust, leadership, ethics, and high performance.

- **URL:** https://www.stephencovey.com
- **Category:** Time Management Thought Leader
- **Tags:** Leadership, Trust, High Performance
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- **Updated:** 2026-04-04 22:53
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## Details

## Overview

Stephen M. R. Covey is a keynote speaker and advisor on trust, leadership, ethics, and high performance. He co-founded CoveyLink and the FranklinCovey Global Speed of Trust Practice.

## Notable Works

- **The Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything** - International best-seller about how trust impacts organizational speed and performance

## Speed of Trust Framework

Covey developed the concept that trust has a direct economic impact on organizations. When trust goes down, speed goes down, and cost goes up. Conversely, when trust increases, speed and cost efficiency improve in tandem.

## Four Cores of Credibility

1. **Integrity** - Living in alignment with values
2. **Intent** - Operating with mutual benefit
3. **Capabilities** - Staying relevant and delivering results
4. **Results** - A track record of performance

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