By: John C Maxwell (2002)

ISBN 0-7852-6419-1

Book Price: $9.99

International leadership expert

John C. Maxwell is an international expert on leadership! He travels extensively as a conference keynote speaker and mentor to Fortune 500 company executives, CEOs, ministry leaders, etc. He is the author of many books and has founded several successful businesses, including INJOY, a leadership institute.

Leadership explanation.

Dr. Maxwell shares ten chapters in his three-part explanation of leadership. He addresses topics such as: Why should I grow as a leader? (Ch. 1), How can I grow as a leader? (Ch. 2), How do I develop trust? (Ch. 5), Why is influence important? (Ch. 7), How does influence work? (Ch. 8), How can I make my leadership last? (Ch. 10), and more!

Practical leadership lessons.

John Maxwell explains leadership in a relational and educational style. He expresses details and applies them to practical situations, helping readers assimilate the information. He conveys, “Leadership ability is always the cover for personal and organizational effectiveness…That’s why in times of trouble, organizations naturally look for new leaders.” Why not “refresh” your leadership potential through reading and studying leadership dynamics?

Maxwell promotes a proactive approach to leadership development, explaining, “Successful leaders are learners. And the learning process is ongoing, the result of self-discipline and perseverance.” Continue to develop leadership.

Compelling statements are intended to convince readers to practice leadership principles. John elaborates, “No matter how gifted a leader is, his talents will never reach their full potential without the application of self-discipline.”

Practical steps help readers apply the lessons. John shares, “Look at last week’s schedule. How much of your time did you spend on regular, disciplined activities? Did you do anything to grow and improve professionally?”

Leaders are persuaded to review their practices. Mr. Maxwell discusses a leader’s calendar: “The question is not “Will my calendar be full?” but “Who will fill my calendar?” If we are leading others, the question is not “Will I see people?” “Who am I going to see?” John also asks, “…what do I have to do that no one else can do?” Prioritize!

change and growth

John C. Maxwell transmits powerful leadership keys to produce change and growth to become great leaders.