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Developing the Leader Within You
"Developing the Leader Within You" is Dr. Maxwell's first and most enduring leadership book, having sold more than one million copies. In this Christian Leaders Series edition of this Maxwell classic, you will discover the biblical foundation for leadership that John Maxwell has used as a pastor and business leader for more than forty years. These same principles and pract...more
Paperback, 207 pages
Published
October 1st 2005
by Nelson Business
(first published January 1st 1993)
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When I moved into my new office, the previous tenant had left a copy of _The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership_ on the bookshelf. I left it there for well over a year before I picked it up and started perusing through the pages. I had read other management books in the past but was quickly taken in by Maxwell's ability to state leadership concepts in simple terms. I immediately started a plan to read one "leadership law" a day for the next 21 days.
At the end of the book, however, I found that w...more
At the end of the book, however, I found that w...more
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a. The only influence you have comes with Title. People follow you because they have to.
i. The boss drives his workers; the leader coaches them
ii. The boss depends on authority; the leader on goodwill
iii. The boss says "I"; the leader "we"
iv. The boss fixes the blame for the breakdown; the leader fixes the breakdown
v. The boss knows how it is done: the leader shows how
vi. The boss says "Go"; the leader says "lets go"
2. Permission
a. This is the Relationship Level. Lead by interrel...more
a. The only influence you have comes with Title. People follow you because they have to.
i. The boss drives his workers; the leader coaches them
ii. The boss depends on authority; the leader on goodwill
iii. The boss says "I"; the leader "we"
iv. The boss fixes the blame for the breakdown; the leader fixes the breakdown
v. The boss knows how it is done: the leader shows how
vi. The boss says "Go"; the leader says "lets go"
2. Permission
a. This is the Relationship Level. Lead by interrel...more
• This is actually the third time that I’ve read this particular book, and I’m sure that I will read it again in the future. This book is a must read for anyone who is in a position to influence people in any way. In my current job, my focus is to get people to see the value of the product my company sells and to effectively sell it for us. This book has reminded me of some of the most basic principles of influence that I may have forgotten. Because of the new context I bring to this reading of...more
Lots of great information on leadership. This book was recommended to me in a job interview in a school district. The interviewer said they were planning on implementing some of the information in this book to the school setting to bring about personal growth in their teachers and in the student body as a whole. There are some excellent guidelines for teachers to follow and on of those is to remember that our students are human, with basic needs and desires. Educators need to focus on the whole...more
I was asked to read this book for work, so I trudged through it, otherwise I would have tossed it by about the halfway point.
I feel like this book could be condensed into one chapter of simple tips and advice. The rest of it reads like a compilation of quotes, excerpts, and illustrations (especially from the Peanuts comic strip, which seems to be John Maxwell’s favorite). There’s very little of the author’s own experiences in leading people, and when he does relate a story from his experiences w...more
I feel like this book could be condensed into one chapter of simple tips and advice. The rest of it reads like a compilation of quotes, excerpts, and illustrations (especially from the Peanuts comic strip, which seems to be John Maxwell’s favorite). There’s very little of the author’s own experiences in leading people, and when he does relate a story from his experiences w...more
John Maxwell is a super-genius. One of the great things about this book is that through reading it, Maxwell lends you his experienced perspective, which is no small thing.
My biggest critique is that like many leadership books, there are places where it feels a bit "fluffy" at times. These are places where the pure actionable points are surrounded by personal stories, quotes, and poems that lend a (necessary) narrative flow to the chapters, but also boggs down your reading progress.
That aside, t...more
My biggest critique is that like many leadership books, there are places where it feels a bit "fluffy" at times. These are places where the pure actionable points are surrounded by personal stories, quotes, and poems that lend a (necessary) narrative flow to the chapters, but also boggs down your reading progress.
That aside, t...more
Although there's some useful information here, this book is so riddled with filler, in the form of quotes from others, that it could easily have been 100 pages instead of 200. What's worse is that the quotes often don't support the heading they're under. If you must read this book, I suggest starting in the middle, which is where the more useful info begins to appear. At least it's a fast read. (This book was recommended to me by several people as a good beginner book on leadership. It gives me...more
Great book on personal leadership. I don't think there is a thing about Maxwell's stuff that I do not like as of yet. The only thing about his stuff is that it's so information-packed that it's difficult to get something good out of it. Here's what I mean: if feels like you're reading provocative quote after quote, and you need at least 5 minutes per quote to ponder how it relates and what it means. He's a very detailed, deep thinker.
I liked the book, though. Just so much information in it, I on...more
I liked the book, though. Just so much information in it, I on...more
Long time known as Leadership enthusiast, John Maxwell put some base rules of leadership on to this book. He said that learning to lead is somehow essential to reach your success in life. Leaders are not born, they learned from series of events on their life (and role models) to build the attitude and the habit of a leader. Maxwell shared his five stages of leadership and principles through this book, and for those who want to learn how to lead or develop themselves to be a good leader, this boo...more
This book of Maxwell is worth reading, i like his style in combination of christian series or wisdom words come from the Bible and collected poems, also the experiences from great leaders.
Traits is raw material of leadership linked up with desire, nothing can stop u. The meaning of leadership is influence, nothing more.
"This world needs leaders...
who use their influence at the right times for the right reasons;
who take a little greater share of the blame and a little smaller share
of the cred...more
Traits is raw material of leadership linked up with desire, nothing can stop u. The meaning of leadership is influence, nothing more.
"This world needs leaders...
who use their influence at the right times for the right reasons;
who take a little greater share of the blame and a little smaller share
of the cred...more
I thought I would follow my first addition to goodreads (Poisonwood Bible) with a review of the book that is currently making me roll my eyes and scribble snarky comments in the margins. Might as well hit both ends of the spectrum, for there is little to recommend this book. Maxwell has a great command of Reader's Digest-type anecdotes. Unfortunately, and no matter how witty, they rarely support his argument. In fact, *he* rarely supports his argument and, as one person I know put it, seems inca...more
John always thread religion into his books, so I was ready for that, and he often tightly winds it with morality messages – a join I also I dislike – and this book is no exception. There are some strong, relevant and “everyone should know this” assertions in this book, but there’s also a handful too much of unnecessary religious references to make it a credible piece of work.
Sad really, because without the bible stories this may have been the definitive volume on the subject for me.
Sad really, because without the bible stories this may have been the definitive volume on the subject for me.
I chose to read this book for a class while in graduate school in Philadelphia. I read the description and reviews and was instantly interested in the content. After reading this book, I was able to view everything differently. Though it is generally for professional reasons, I was able to apply many of the concepts to my personal and educational life. Excellent, Motivating and Inspiring!!
Management is the process of assuring that the program and objectives of the organization are implemented.
LEADERSHIP, On the other hand, has to do with casting a vision and motivating people.
If you want to manage somebody, manage yourself. Do that well and you'll be ready to stop managing and start leading (John C. Maxwell - Developing the Leader Within You.
If only my Management team would understand the principles of Leadership and not relying on telling people what to do while they sit at th...more
LEADERSHIP, On the other hand, has to do with casting a vision and motivating people.
If you want to manage somebody, manage yourself. Do that well and you'll be ready to stop managing and start leading (John C. Maxwell - Developing the Leader Within You.
If only my Management team would understand the principles of Leadership and not relying on telling people what to do while they sit at th...more
This book has good ideas, but it's kind of heavy on the anecdotes for my taste. I love when writers use stories to demonstrate a point (i.e. as in the book, How We Decide), but when you realize that for the last three pages there's been a new story every three sentences it gets to be a bit cluttered and you lose track of the main idea behind what you're reading.
I think it was a great book for personal and professional development. Self help book, not only to develop leaders within yourself but also teach us how to push people to do the same. Interesting, learning points at every paragraph. Worth to read and read again in the future.
One of my favorite books by Maxwell. It really gives a foundation for people in leadership. I found it especially helpful, some years ago, when I was put in a leadership position over a large organization. It made me feel a lot more "comfortable in my own skin."
MAXWELL, John. C. Developing the leader within you. Ljubljana: založba Amalietti. 1999. ISBN .
str. 2- predsednik hotelske verige HAYTT je rekel 'v 27 letih sem spoznal, da 99% vseh usluzbencev zeli opravljti svoje delo dobro, njihovo dejansko delo pa zrcali njihovega delodajalca'.
str. 62- ce spremenite voditelja, spremenite tudi organizacijo.
str. 95- vse pogosto hocemo ob pojavu problema poiskati krivca, sami pa se umakniti.
str. 2- predsednik hotelske verige HAYTT je rekel 'v 27 letih sem spoznal, da 99% vseh usluzbencev zeli opravljti svoje delo dobro, njihovo dejansko delo pa zrcali njihovega delodajalca'.
str. 62- ce spremenite voditelja, spremenite tudi organizacijo.
str. 95- vse pogosto hocemo ob pojavu problema poiskati krivca, sami pa se umakniti.
Great book for resetting your leadership foundation (or creating a new one depending on where you are in your career). I'm using the material in this book to re-focus my leadership development efforts in order to enhance my career opportunities.
It was my copy. Read it when I was supervising staff. Good. Wish it were presented with spiritual blended in, totally distinct, although he is a pastor. Lots about people. Can't lead unless leading self (self-discipline).
Required text for a Leadership class at DePaul. Very good stuff - encouraging and positive traits that we should all learn. We are all 'leaders' after all...someone is following your example, like it or not.
It was good ... a lot to take in. I had to keep replaying it (listened to audio book). A little bit too much listing of stuff and of use negative-positive restatement ... pick out the important stuff.
That was most excited leadership that I read in 2011 ! It contains a lot of useful tactics, plans and ideas how to develop the leader within you. Awesome book ! I will recommend it to most of my friends.
this book was one of the first leadership books I devoured early in my career. I remember listening to these principle over and over in my car as a District Manager for ADP (Automatic Data Processing).
A pastor of which church I affiliated to had have a good heart lending this book to me. I simply wanted to develop my leadership abilities and explore the limitless access of influence.
I continue to read and re-read the information. I also bought the CD set to listen in my car. This really breaks down leadership and tells you how to accomplish each level. Awesome!
This is a good book on leadership & has some wonderful & mind-fueling ideas and concepts. However, there are also "fillers" in this that the author uses from other sources.
This is one of those rare books that I should read at least every three years or less. Partly to refresh myself on the key teachings, and partly to remind myself to never stop growing as a leader.
Excellent book to learn how to be more strategic, organized and develop more confidence when it comes to leading yourself and others to achieve goals.
Great book! I need to read it again. Maxwell provides many practicals on leadership. This book is for anyone who wants to lead effectively.
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John C. Maxwell is an internationally recognized leadership expert, speaker, and author who has sold over 16 million books. His organizations have trained more than 2 million leaders worldwide. Dr. Maxwell is the founder of EQUIP and INJOY Stewardship Services. Every year he speaks to Fortune 500 companies, international government leaders, and audiences as diverse as the United States Military Ac...more
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“Poem by Howard A. Walter (Character)
I would be true, for there are those who trust me;
I would be pure, for there are those who care;
I would be strong, for there are those who suffer;
I would be brave, for there is much to dare.
I would be friend of all--- the foe, the friendless;
I would be giving, and forget the gift;
I would be humble, for I know my weakness;
I would look up, and laugh, and love, and lift.”
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I would be true, for there are those who trust me;
I would be pure, for there are those who care;
I would be strong, for there are those who suffer;
I would be brave, for there is much to dare.
I would be friend of all--- the foe, the friendless;
I would be giving, and forget the gift;
I would be humble, for I know my weakness;
I would look up, and laugh, and love, and lift.”
“There was a very cautious man
Who never laughed or played
He never risked, he never tried,
He never sang or prayed.
And when he on day passed away,
His insurance was denied,
For since he never really lived,
They claimed he never really died.
(Anonymous poem)”
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Who never laughed or played
He never risked, he never tried,
He never sang or prayed.
And when he on day passed away,
His insurance was denied,
For since he never really lived,
They claimed he never really died.
(Anonymous poem)”
Feb 14, 2008 06:33am