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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.

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Trust Leadership High Performance

Last updated: 2026-04-04 22:53

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

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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