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True leadership isn't a matter of having a certain job or title. In fact, being chosen for a position is only the first of the five levels every effective leader achieves. To become more than "the boss" people follow only because they are required to, you have to master the ability to invest in people and inspire them. To grow further in your role, you must achieve results and build a team that produces. You need to help people to develop their skills to become leaders in their own right. And if you have the skill and dedication, you can reach the pinnacle of leadership-where experience will allow you to extend your influence beyond your immediate reach and time for the benefit of others. The 5 Levels of Leadership are:
1. Position - People follow because they have to.
2. Permission - People follow because they want to. 3. Production - People follow because of what you have done for the organization. 4. People Development - People follow because of what you have done for them personally. 5. Pinnacle - People follow because of who you are and what you represent. Through humor, in-depth insight, and examples, internationally recognized leadership expert John C. Maxwell describes each of these stages of leadership. He shows you how to master each level and rise up to the next to become a more influential, respected, and successful leader.
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"I have already read the first half of this book because the pages are filled with perspective changes that are needed in true leadership. This is the book that John Maxwell will be known by after sixty some good ones that he has already authored. Leaders simply must study this book."
— Wayne (5 out of 5 stars)
" Nice approach. Well laid out and interesting. Worth the purchase for those interested in furthering their approach to leadership "
— lil momma zen, 6/5/2018" John c. Maxwell is the best at writing books on leadership & this book is no exception. #GoodBook "
— Tiny Babe Jackson, 2/8/2016" Do you lead or want to lead? This will make you better. "
— Michael, 2/12/2014" I don't know what to say, but this book is good, Maxwell tells & guides us to be a good leader, to reach the 5th level of leadership. "
— Awal, 2/8/2014" One of the better books on leadership. I would read this before the 21 indisputable laws of leadership. "
— Thomas, 2/7/2014" I listened to this on CD. He speaks in kind of a boring monatone and he's big on lists, but there are some pithy worhtwhile concepts in here (if you can make it through the boring bits). "
— Felicia, 2/6/2014" I listened to this book. Maxwell has some great pointers. I did find it hard to follow at times as I listened because he uses a lot of lists and steps. "
— Mark, 1/18/2014" A good one stop read for anyone interested in growing their leadership skills. "
— Robert, 1/15/2014" There were some very practical advice for each level in this book. Easy to read and very informative. "
— Jocelyn, 12/26/2013" Makes a ton of sense! Enjoyed the way Maxwell moves beyond theory into practical examples and challenges. It's a great book for people who want to improve their performance at any level. "
— Andrea, 12/10/2013" This book is packed with steps, ideas and at times affirmations of leadership styles and techniques. I thoroughly enjoyed it and feel like it is one of those that each time you revisit or read it, there is still more there. A very motivational writer and leader. "
— Lee, 12/10/2013" This is now my favorite book on leadership and I highly recommend it. John Maxwell has hit the mark again! "
— Charles, 11/20/2013" So far, this is the single best book on leadership I've ever read. There are many great books out there, and if I could only recommend one this would it! "
— Rick, 11/3/2013" Read this for work...very good book "
— Diane, 11/1/2013" John Maxwell is one of my favorite authors. He is respected by leaders in every field. Very helpful. Everything rises and falls on leadership. If you want to make a positive impact on the world, learning to lead better will help you do it. "
— Paul, 3/9/2013" A ton of information to think about. It definetly encouraged me to want to grow as a better leader. "
— Maya, 3/5/2013" Great book and especially appreciated the section about John Wooden. Great leadership example! "
— Franc, 12/16/2012" The 5 levels of leadership. John wooden coach of the Ucla basketball team was a 5 level leader "
— Linda, 12/5/2012" One of the best books of this type that I have read. "
— Joan, 11/4/2012" Overall a good book and quick read on how to be a good leader in the business world. About embracing your team and caring instead of leading selfishly. "
— Michelle, 10/13/2012" well written and easy to follow...Maxwell does a good job of breaking down leadership so that even the inexperienced could understand it...having experience in management, but being new to the idea of leadership, I found it very helpful. "
— Noelle, 9/26/2012" A great John Maxwell book. Easy to read easy to put in practice. If you are looking for management you may want other books. If you are looking to be a leader you can not do much better than this "
— Bill, 9/26/2012" The best for anyone in business. This book can even impact your life. Must read! "
— Farshad, 9/12/2012" 5 levels of leadership. Great read and practical. Gives a description of each level so you can understand where you are in the process. Gives the positives and pitfalls of each. "
— Andy, 9/6/2012" Maxwell's best on leadership. A must read. "
— Bill, 8/8/2012" I highly recommend this for anyone in a leadership position or anyone who works with people for a living. This is simple to understand but insightful and true to life. The book offers a great opportunity to be introspective about one's leadership characteristics. "
— Art, 6/3/2012" Truly a Maxwell classic. I especially enjoyed the homage to John Wooden. "
— E., 4/18/2012" Great concentrated wisdom. A must read book for everyone, manager, leader or whatever else. "
— Ivo, 3/21/2012" Said everything in the opening chapter after that was just the same over and over. Not his best. "
— Johnny, 11/24/2011" Maxwell's best on leadership. A must read. "
— Bill, 11/3/2011" A great John Maxwell book. Easy to read easy to put in practice. If you are looking for management you may want other books. If you are looking to be a leader you can not do much better than this "
— Bill, 10/16/2011John C. Maxwell, known as America’s expert on leadership, speaks to hundreds of thousands of people each year. He has communicated his leadership principles to Fortune 500 companies, the United States Military Academy at West Point, and sports organizations such as the NCAA, the NBA, and the NFL. A New York Times bestselling author, he has written more than thirty books, including Winning with People and Today Matters. Two of his books, Developing the Leader within You and The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, have sold more than one million copies apiece.