Book	Reading Part @July 19, 2017
Stephen R. Covey	Habit 4：Think Win/Win, P232-246

Summary:

今天这部分主要是谈论“双赢思维”的五个维度.

It begins with character and moves toward relationships, out of which flow agreements. It is nurtured in an environment where structure and systems are based on Win/Win. And it involves process; we cannot achieve Win/Win ends with Win/Lose or Lose/Win means.

这五个维度，相互作用，缺一不可。作者很全面的将五个维度分析总结下来，非常有助于我们对“双赢思维”的深度理解，并付诸于实际，而不仅仅是停留在口口声声喊着要“双赢”，实际行为却背道而驰。

* Words and Expressions: *

A relationship where bank accounts are high and both parties are deeply committed to Win/Win is the ideal springboard for tremendous synergy (Habit 6).

springboard, n [count], 1): a strong, flexible board that is used for jumping very high in gymnastics or diving; (跳水、体操等体育运动中的)跳板, 踏板；2): something that helps you start an activity or process；出发点
e.g. Many people would choose to study abroad as a springboard for their careers.

I saw that country brought twice to its knees because the train conductors were maliciously obedient in following all the rules and procedures written on paper.

bring twice to its knees, [Idiom], to destroy or defeat someone or something. 打败
e.g. The strikes had brought the economy to its knees.

There was a lot of hoopla—excitement, cheering, applause—around the presentation of these awards.

hoopla, n [uncountable], 1) [especially American English] excitement about something which attracts a lot of public attention; 喧闹；2) [British English] a game in which prizes can be won by throwing a ring over an object from a distance. 投环套物游戏.
e.g. The new casino opened amid much hoopla.