Leader

A leader is always Born and as far as the belief goes 'Leos are Born Leaders' - However, the concept of this Book by John Maxwell is Developing a Leader within. This requires a motivation, a vision and an influence as the writer shares the principles of management through real life anecdotes, charts and graphs. A truly inspiring book that reveals wiz ways to excel and be a Leader. Interesting strips portray Leadership qualities with real life examples and sure, this becomes a quick 'glance read' chirping the zeal in to strife for successive climb. I've always recommended Management Quotes book of Pramod Batra and so is this Book on top of my Charts. Influence always make a big difference and this book implies the influential tricks to scale high to be a leader. Maxwell's techniques prove to be genuine stuff and anyways, the picked topics speak wide :

1. Influence - Defining Leadership qualities
2. Attitude - It really makes a big difference
3. Positive Change - foster integrity and self-discipline
4. Priorities - Defining goals
5. Integrity & People - Developing ties

Becoming a person of Influence is another Book of Maxwell that is thought-provoking and a Leadership technique of 'Influence' pays big dividends in longer run. A worthwhile life lesson to boost up self confidence and keep on high spirits with 'Developing the Leadership qualities' by John Maxwell. A sure fire way to adopt the techniques and surface the best in you.

Maxwell provides the tools any aspiring leader can use to develop themselves. By emulating the skills of those who have achieved success, we can develop these skills. This book delivers the message in a clear, succinct way. Read it.

"Developing the Leader within You" by John C. Maxwell was a very enlightening book to read. It is designed to advise you how to be a leader and where to begin. I also found the book to be a good reminder of things that I should be doing in everyday life when interacting with people. I think sometimes we need to be reminded how important it is to have a positive attitude, integrity, and get to know those with whom you interact; people skills can go a long way. Mr. Maxwell made the book enjoyable by relating the topics to situations and people that he knew.
I enjoyed the research facts of how many people with terminal illnesses were still living due to a positive attitude compared to those who have a negative attitude. It wasn't like some books that try to dictate to you. He also used a mix of Charlie Brown from the Peanuts comic strip and other well-known individuals like Abraham Lincoln to help illustrate his points.
I'm not currently a leader within my company but this gives me a place to start and to practice some of the topics mentioned before I have to. Throughout the book you notice a few topics mentioned over and over showing their importance such as influence, people, and how the leader develops before his followers. I think something else John C. Maxwell does that is great is he has exercises for you to participate in while going through the book. So you're doing more than reading you're interacting. The one thing that is going to stick in my mind is "We are responsible for our attitudes". I sometimes forget its something I do have control over. I was reading this for a class but I would recommend this book to anyone to read, not just for those in the leadership world.

I am only half-way through this book, and I would recommend it whole-heartedly. I had never read anything by this author before, but the title intrigued me. Well, this book is right on target. With wit and wisdom, Pastor Ortberg walks you through each area, and helps to address why we don't get out of our boats and trust the Lord more. His writing style is as easy to read as if he was sitting across the kitchen table from you. Each chapter has questions after it to further help you address what was discussed to your particular situation. There is even a "Bob-Prayer Challenge" issued by the author! (If you want to know what that is, you will have to read the book!) You will not regret getting this one - if you are serious about your walk with the Lord. It brings to light things that have held us all back from our destiny, our callings and generally fulfilling all that God has planned for us. But..... we will have to get out of the boat!

With over 365 "fear not" verses in the Bible - one for everyday of the year - it is evident that God has something to say to us on the subject of fear.
In a passionate and engaging discussion of the biblical story of Matthew 14, Ortberg in his book If You Want to Walk on Water You Have to Get Out of the Boat, uses the example of Peter walking on the water to speak to the issues of how to face our fears and experience the power of God, as we trust Him to do things beyond what we could imagine.
Utilizing his skill as a storyteller, Ortberg weaves the truth of God's word into the fabric of our daily lives with humorous stories and clever insight. In fact don't be surprised if you often find yourself relating to quite a few of the stories and illustrations Ortberg uses to challenge his reader to get out of the boat and do what Jesus calls you to do even though you are very afraid.
Whatever your boat is, you will find this book delivers practical application and encouragement for the water-walker who chooses to step outside their comfort zone and trust God for great and mighty things. While this may sound grandiose, I believe Ortberg's approach is based in reality, noting that we should expect a few waves to slap us in the face, as he mentions, "failure comes with the territory - but so does the strong hand of Jesus pulling you up when the bottom drops out."
Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, this book is a must read. Not only will you meet Christ anew in the high sea where the footing is impossible, but you will be refreshed by truth of knowing that you are not alone in your journey.

A very inspiring and good plan for making a sucessful life. I really enjoyed this book. If you want to use sound biblical teachings to encourage your everyday personal growth this is a must read.

I had a hard time in school. I also had a hard time in an unhappy home life. So there was no haven for me. I had few places to be "safe". So I retreated within myself, into a fantasy world--and thank God I did not reach a breaking point like those Columbine students who killed others so tragically. I was shy, not popular--so I was easy target practice for the typical school bully that was looking for someone to prey upon.

Going back to my 20th reunion was something I really never thought of doing. I never went to the 5th or the 10th. There were still people there who invoked bad feelings inside. Yes, twenty years later, and I still dislike them. Just because I am in my late thirties does not mean that I don't get affected in some way. And I am tired of those old tapes in my head. I never fully addressed my pain until now. I went to therapy for some time now, but my anger is finally fully coming out of me. And that is a good thing. I used to be afraid of my anger, so I pushed it back down. Well, it will keep trying to come back up unless it is dealt with. So here I am, twenty years later.

If it was a small thing. I would be OK about being picked on if it was minor "kid stuff". I am sure most kids are bothered at some point--like a survival of the fittest--pick on or be picked on. Yet it was "no small thing". All the way from the 5th grade to the 12th(to graduation)I had some bad situation happen to me constantly. Needless to say, school was hell. One bully continually pinched me in the rear end to make his friends laugh (at my expense, of course). Two friends of mine reported this guy to the principal in junior high school. My head held low, I admited, feeling like a fool, that some boys never let up on me. The principal's response: "If these boys are teasing you, doesn't that mean that they really like you?" After that ignorant comment, what was I to do? Case closed.

I knew it would do no good to go to authorities. Many of them were out of touch, out of tune. I knew that to tell was to be a "squealer" and would cause the bullies to retaliate even worse. Isn't this amazing though? The victim has to keep a code of silence so as to protect the perpetrator?!

I am not surprised at all about Columbine. As sickening as that is, as twisted and as evil as the tragedy is--I do understand that people do have a breaking point. As people asked: "How did this happen?"...I was not surpised at all by it-only very saddened.

I used to try to act tough when hurt by others. I often had a big chip on my shoulder. I became very ashamed of myself, and I really did not like who I was. Somewhere, deep inside, I felt that I probably deserved it...like I was seriously flawed. That is the most punishing of all abuses--I soon became my own worse enemy. When the abuse stopped, I picked up where it was left off.

I agree with the author that everyone is guilty of doing wrong-even the ones picked on. I have to remember that I was cruel when I wanted to be--although I am sure that I was acting out of a shameful spirit much of the time. And I truly would love the opportunity to ask someone to forgive me, if need be. To do that is the most courageous thing of all, to say "please forgive me".

With time, healing is possible. But it is messy and sticky. It is not something that you just forget. The worst response anyone could ever say to a "wounded spirit" is "just get over it!"

You must face it, embrace it, come to terms with it. Go to a counselor. Go to support groups, if needed. For me it was not school that really was the issue; it was my chaotic childhood. So school was the icing on the cake of my wounded spirit. I
stuffed all my bad feelings for years--food, other addictive behaviors.

Now, going back to the 20th reunion, I wanted to face some things. It was a time of anxiety and anticipation-good and bad. I did confront a few people there--I was passive aggressive about it--and really those kind of "get them back" feeings give one a small moment of satisfaction. After I acted the way that I did, the hurt did not go away (like one thinks it will).

After all, the former bullies are going about with their lives. They are not affected by my hurt feelings. So why must I still be miserable over it? I have to ask myself this. Therefore, the road to forgiveness is not for them--it is for me, a gift I can give myself.

If you have an issue of not forgiving someone, remember this: For those you have not yet forgiven, they still own you. I don't even have to see those people again to forgive them. Learn what true forgiveness is, and then work through it--that is my best advice. Forgiveness is not, "oh, that is ok. It didn't really bother me" or "they didn't really mean that" or "that's ok, no big deal anymore". Forgiveness is not for them as much as it is for you. And you are worth it.

This book is a MUST for anyone who is involved in any kind of parenting or leadership of children and teen-agers. Mr. Peretti has bared his soul in order to help prevent another incident such as the Columbine High School massacre. It is also literary balm for victims of bullying or abuse, young and old. There is already a strong following as can be seen by going to the Wounded Spirit web site. I encourage everyone to read this book and pass it on; it is time for a change in how we view and treat other people.

Frank Peretti is well-known for novels about spiritual warfare. This is the first non-fiction book he has written and it will impact your life dramatically!!

Peretti tells his own story (which he hasn't told openly until only recently) of growing up with a medical condition that left him disfigured and also small and underdeveloped for his age.

The first chapter "A Boy's Hell" describes the scene in the boys' locker room when Peretti was in junior high. His story is powerful - you will never forget it! It is brutally honest and it is also hard to read. Your heart goes out to this young boy who has had to endure so much torment at the hands of his peers.

The horrific treatment followed him into high school, until finally someone showed an interest in him and in so doing, helped stop the chain of abuse in Peretti's life.

The Wounded Spirit is not about only kids being mean and abusive to other kids. This is about our society and how we treat each other. He points out how these problems are also present in adult relationships. He calls the strong people (who might perhaps be the ones being mean) to be the protector of the less strong.

Instead of merely telling a moving story and outlining the problem, Peretti has good constructive things that can be done about it. He has advice for the wounded and for the wounders! He has advice for teachers and other adults in charge in those situations where kids are being wounded by other kids.

Ultimately, healing can only come through Jesus Christ - through Him, we can break this cycle of victimization and abuse.

For all of you out there who have complained that this book is not theological enough or that Yancey assumes in his book that scripture is accurate, this book was written to teach Christians. It was not written to be some kind of theological proof for non-believers. There are other books that were written for that purpose. "Letters from a Sceptic" is a good one. In the teachings in his book Yancey speaks from a background belief that scripture is inerrantly true. All that he learned about Jesus he took from the gospels and from Jewish history. If you're looking for a book that prooves that Jesus existed, try searching the topic on google. This book was written for believers to teach them something they had never thought about before. For too long have we entertained the sunday school version of Jesus. Phillip Yancy is attempting to dispell this myth and show us the real Jesus. I recommend this book to Christians seeking to know more about Jesus. It is a real eye opener.

Yancey has a fine reputation as a Christian author, and this work adds to his credentials. The theme of this book is not simply Jesus Christ, but how the true Jesus of the Scriptures contrasts the traditional Jesus of history. Yancey weaves his own thoughts and experiences throughout this volume, a feature that makes his presentation even more appealing.

The author begins by describing the traditional Jesus, the Jesus he thought he knew. He then turns to the Bible and begins to unfold the authentic account of this historical God-Man. He describes in detail who Jesus was, why He came, and what He left behind Him. Yancey's words strike home to Christians, speaking prophetically to them and challenging them to follow anew the radical call of their Lord.

I have read several of Yancey's books, and have yet to be disappointed. This volume is well worth the money and the time required for reading. For a refreshing, Biblical presentation of the life of Jesus Christ and its centrality to the Christian faith, buy this book!

Jesus walked the earth nearly two thousand years ago, and we all see Him through different eyes. Phillip Yancey has allowed me to see Jesus as someone you could have walked up to and shook His hand and talked to Him as simply another human being. With humor, but more realistic views than usually offered through Sunday school ideals, Yancey somehow broke those childhood views and matured insight of a Jesus who might be considered a radical of today. The Romans wanted to rid Him and did, yet in doing so they helped His coming to be God, Christianity today as we know it. If you're looking for an answer that will seal all curiosities, good luck after reading millions of books. But if you are out to readjust your thinking, or better clear up a few misunderstandings as I am, this is a very highly recommened reading. After reading this book, I went to bed praying to a God whom I can talk to on a very human level. The title speaks very true to itself. Once you read it, you'll understand the "Saturday" portion between death and resurection and find it a nice day to be in, exciting.

Excellent book. Once you adjust to the author's meandering way of describing his work you will find a very insightful account of the inner workings of the Panzer arm of the German Army.

Guderian is rightfully known as the force behind the armoured forces of the Third Riech and this work clearly is an important account of the behind the scenes action. The personal accounts of his arguments with Hitler and of the Eastern Front are excellent, once you take into account his slightly biased viewpoint.

I highly recommend this book as the in depth look at the Panzer arm, but be prepared for a somewhat circuitous path and somewhat hard to read maps. Some excellent photos , but a book written for the military historian and not the everyday reader.

Daniel Arsenault, BA History and Foreign Diplomacy Worcester State COllege 1996, Phi Alpha Theta 1993

General Guderian's book is certainly not for the WWII reader who wants a style like that of Ambrose or Ryan, but it does deliver on sheer content and insight from one of the greatest military minds of the second world war. Guderian is quite humble in his writing considering he was the primary driving force behind development of Germany's Blitzkreig warfare. Had this been written by a personality such as Montgomery I'm sure the feel would have been much different. His descriptions of campaigns in the west and east are often quite moving, but equally as often dry and matter of fact. His writings are not as "moving" or personal as those of Rommel (see The Rommel Papers), but they are full of important information and insights. In particular his closing chapter touches nicely on his feelings of the German High Command, it's members, and leaders of the Nazi party. If you want history as told by a leading member of the German High Command this book will not disappoint. If you want edge of your seat story telling this might not be your cup of tea.

Heinz Guderian's account of the development of the German armor forces between the wars and the accompanying strategy is one of the major readings in anyone's understanding of armored warfare.

Guderian helped to develop the concept of blitzkrieg, a concept similar to Liddel Hart's of the massing armored forces in conjuction with air power and artillery. Guderian was the prime architect of the invasion of France and after being relieved by Hitler was then called back to service as Inspector of Panzer Forces in 1943.

Guderian's theories are still in effect today in slightly different manifestations and are mainly used by the US Army's Armored Warfare doctrine. As a witness to modern armor tactics in Desert Storm, I'd go so far as to say the the Army's Armored operational doctrine is a direct descendent of both Guderian and Von Manstein.

Guderian's Panzer Leader is without a doubt, a required read for anyone interested in the military history of WWII.

This is one of few leadership books that shows you what you need to know without the fluff, theory, and war stories. It's well-written and easily read. It lays out the skills nice and neatly, and anyone can learn from this book, from novice manager to experienced leader. Highly recommend it.

We have enjoyed this excellent book and my company is using it for our new leadership development program for several reasons.

It addresses the subjects our managers need to hear: communication, conflict resolution, problem solving, strategy, etc.. We need practical advice; this book delivers well.

It also is easy to understand and implement. The step-by-step approach to each of the skills is one that is made to last and works well with our diverse supervisors, who are at many levels of expertise. They like it, so they will use it.

Finally, the price is superb and doesn't involve a huge investment on our part when compared to the benefits we receive. Highly recommend this superb guide to management and leadership.

I thought I knew all I needed to know about leadership and management, but this book has added to my skills. It is easily read and covers all the areas needed in my role as a mid-level manager. I especially liked the categorization of leadership skills into 3 broad-but realistic-areas.

All of my team members will have this book on their desk.

First off, the excerpts (table of contents, page and backcover) above are from the workbook, not the book.

The book was a very easy and quick read. I have suggested it to a number of friends as I feel it brings up some valid points and can be used as a spring board to further discussion. Too many people marry without talking about what they are getting into and expecting. The book talks about the myths of marriage, the ebb and flow of relationships, expectations, and ends with a discussion on faith and religion in marriage. That is in the last chapter and can be skipped if you are not religeous and/or shy away from "Christian" stuff. The rest of the book only touches on faith as it relates to the authors description of an event.

The book was written in '95 and mentions much of the relationship self help stuff from that era. The authors are married, and they give examples from thier own marriage, as well as from other couples they have counseled. There are out-quotes, places to pause for discussion, and a few diagrams.

As someone else mentioned, the book does make you feel as if you have to get the workbooks to get a complete picture. You don't. I thought they were overpriced for what they are, although they too can help in discussion, especially if you aren't doing any other than what color flowers to get and what kind of limo you want. The excercises range from really simple ratings (on a scale of 1 to 5, how improtant is the following to you, do alone and compare and discuss) to more time consuming stuff (what unwritten rules do you have?). I found out in one excercie that my honey expects me to do 80% of the childrearing, while I expected we'd be closer to 60/40.

Part of it is intuitive stuff, part of it is stuff that you might think, "I hadn't thought of it that way". If you're reading about this book, congrats and Good luck!

I really enjoyed the book. It helped me realize that the problems I was facing in my marriage were similar to the problems other couples face.

I think this book will be very helpful for men. My fiance had tried to explain many of the topics in the book, but for some reason I failed to grasp her explanation until the book.

As a pastor of 25 years, I have used several books as part of a pre-marital counseling regiment. This is the best, by far! Not only do the Man's and Woman's Workbooks (I suggest ordering them with the book) make premaritial counseling simpler, I have found that this book hits the nail on the head. Couples who went through the material in preparation for marriage thanked me after they were married, and they shared how valuable this material was in the daily grind of life.

I first heard the authors at a Moody Pastor's Conference in the late 1990's. It did not take me long to determine that I would check out their books. I have since concluded that Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott are exceptional in the realm of understanding human relationships.

Althogh the book is written by a godly Christian couple, this is more of a relational book than a spiritual one, so I would not consider it a complete pre-marital regiment, but a good anchor book.

Whether used in counseling or simply read by a couple in their own quest to prepare for marriage, this book is a gem. The Drs. Parrott seem to have a realistic (and well documented) grasp on the nature of marriage. This is practical, hands on material.

The book is arranged around 7 questions: Have you faced the myths of marriage with honesty? Can you identify your love style? Have you developed the habit of happiness? Can you say what you mean and understand what you hear? Have you bridged the gender gap? Do you know how to fight a good fight? and Are you and your partner soul mates?

Of course no couple entering marriage could honestly answer all those questions with a "yes." But the book provides a good start and helps couples begin to face reality and potential areas of growth.

If a couple follows the exercises by purchasing the workbooks, (like identifying some of your own personal "commandments"--rules you live by that you picked up who knows where and expect your spouse to know and agree with), it could preclude many potential tensions later.

This book could also be used as a marriage enrichment manual. Indeed, many couples (perhaps most) have probably failed to incorporate these solid principles. Indeed, several couples I counseled have identified this exercise as having made a significant difference in their marriages.

To those of you considering marriage, go through this book together, and cosider at least some of the exercises in the workbooks. To pastors and Christian counselors, I urge you to read this volume and consider using it!

As an White House insider during the Reagan Administration, D'Souza observed first-hand the management style of one of the most respected and unrespected presidents of the last half of the 20th century. Initially, he agreed with some of the criticisms, but later came to understand that Reagan simply had a different style than other presidents.

Criticized for being intellectually lazy or simple-minded, President Reagan was never a favorite of the intellectual crowd. His Hollywood past and appeals to higher morals didn't help. Accused of napping during cabinet meetings and using his acting skills to sway public opinion, some dismiss him and his accomplishments, giving the credit to others or dumb luck. In reality, D'Souza says he was very intelligent and could grasp a situation easily, but disliked dealing in the minutia, preferring to delegate to others. He was steered by a strong moral compass, and believed strongly in the people and their ability to make correct decisions when given the facts. His accomplishments were many, including turning around the high-inflation economy of the 1970s (although he had to weather a couple tough years of recession) and bringing the Soviet Union to it's knees by refusing to appease them.

Having grown up in the 1980s, I remember the Reagan years as a time when pride was restored to Americans, when the threat of the Soviet Union seemed very real and iminent. The suggestion that the USSR would fall by the end of the decade would have been ridiculous. But Reagan recognized that it was a system that offered no incentives to its people to perform better, and once he pushed it by forcing them into an arms race, it's weaknesses were revealed. He was often criticized as too old and incompetent for his job, but he proved smarter than all his critics. Too bad a president like that doesn't come along more often.

I found the book to be an easy book to read. D'Souza writes in a clear and logical way, that is easy to follow. His logic is persuasive, and his language without a lot of flowery nonsense. I highly recommend this book to those wishing to understand better the principles and thinking of one of the greatest leaders of the 20th century.

Without reservation, I believe Ronald Reagan was the best President of the 20th century. Despite his critics and detractors that insulted his person and mocked his simple-mindedness (that continue to this day), Reagan still shines as the epitome of leadership and integrity. In this book, Dinesh D'Souza seeks to ensure that Reagan continues to shine brightly amidst the liberal history revisionists that would attempt to obscure the greatness of the man. I highly recommend this book to both supporters and opponents of Ronald Reagan. If nothing else, it will renew the optimism and hope that Reagan inspired. And it will remind readers that the world would be a very different place were it not for the leadership of Ronald Reagan.

D'Souza has a knack for getting straight to the point without boring the reader with meaningless detail and pointless observations. His book is brief yet profound in the way he analyzes Reagan's life and presidency.

The author gives several examples of how Reagan was able to continually outmanuever and win the respect of those who vilified him as a simpleton. For example, D'Souza mentions how reporter Sam Donaldson stated he would actually miss Reagan when he left the office.

Other interesting points D'Souza includes: Reagan's viewpoint of human nature, how he stayed true to his convictions despite severe opposition, eventual conversion from Democrat to Republican, interaction with foreign leaders (Soviet Union, Japan, etc.), fulfilling relationship with Nancy and difficult relationships with his children, involvement with SDI, and US military buildup resulting in the Soviet Union's demise.

All in all, D'Souza's book is an interesting mix of Reagan's politics, relationships, vision, and early life. While some may comment on the book's brevity, who says you have to read a book the size of "War and Peace" to learn something substantive? Sometimes, better things come in smaller packages!

Heartily recommended reading for Reagan supporters and opposers who want to understand and learn more about the man.

I personally resisted reading this because it was so well received by mainstream christians during its heyday , but finally after coming to Israel I read it when I had nothing else left . I should have went without. The book is geared to first or second year adult believers, beyond that one should already be beyond this. However the book is really into pushing building churches and the many testimonies about it from the author, personally I have little use for such things.

The best part of the book is the glossary in the back which lists all the names and actions describing the L-RD , which is fun to look up each one, beyond that I would recommend not reading this book.

This book is a must read for anyone who wants to draw closer to God. If you actually DO the work as instructed and not just read the book, your relationship with God will be forever transformed. You cannot possibly walk away from doing the steps in this workbook and have the same relationship with our LORD as you began.

It really gets to the heart of the relationship that we are to have with GOD. If you really have a heart for God and seek after him, this book will bless you over and over again. By using examples from the Bible the authors show us how God wants to have a close personal relationship with ALL of his children. We see how God works with HIS children from the Old and the New Testament. God does not change, and this book shows that to us again and again. This book has changed my life and improved my marriage.

From a practical standpoint doing the "work" in this workbook is a challenge (as is our Christian walk). There is no magic formula and you get out of it exactly what you put into it, no more and no less. If you just read the book there really is little point in purchasing it, but if you DO the work, the blessings will flow like water. Mine do.

Are you at a crossroads in your faith journey? Do you feel like there has to be more to the relationship with God than you are experiencing but just don't know how to get there? Then this book can help you pick up from where you are and take your life on a journey with God that will not end until THIS life is over! I took this course with a group that had mixed results. Those of us that were "ripe" for the growth that come about as a result of an in-depth study used this bible study to teach us how to have a continuously growing relationship with God. Yes, there were a couple of things in the book that I didn't agree with, but I have never found a book that I agree with totally except the Bible. Because of this study, I have learned about God's healing love, and now are hungry every day to read and study my Bible, devotionals and other books. I pray and praise God constantly throughout my day. It is so sweet to go to sleep with a prayer on my lips and to wake with a praise song in my heart! I was truly a Type-A personality before this study, and have found such joy and peace in turning my life over to my Lord and Master. This book will not facilitate that, though, you have to be ready in your heart for it. I am allowing God to take my life and do with it as He will instead of wasting it on the ways of this world anymore. My husband and I are beginning a journey in prison ministries that we would have never gone on without this study or something similar to it. We don't know where the journey will take us, but look forward to the day that our God looks at us with love in His eyes, and calls us His "good and faithful servants". If you are ready for this kind of change in your life, this study is an excellent place to start. Have a wonderful journey. Grace and peace to you. Barbara

Written to complement The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, this book will help you identify and develop the personal qualities you need to become a more effective leader.

Maxwell does an excellent job of getting to the heart of each quality in a few short pages. He starts with two relevant quotations to start you thinking. He then gives you a short real-life example of that particular quality in action.

He breaks each principle down into specific applications, gives you a brief period where you can assess your own effectiveness, offers you concrete ways to improve yourself, and wraps each chapter up with a profound thought that will stay with you long after you have closed the cover.

What you get out of this book depends on how you read it. This is a very simple read, and you may be tempted to race through it and miss some key points. Maxwell rightly suggests that you walk through each quality methodically, giving it the attention that it warrants based on your current level of competence.

While the material warrants five stars, some spelling mistakes and the author's use of his own quotes dropped it down a notch for me. Otherwise, an excellent handbook for improving your personal leadership qualities.

Larry Hehn, Author of Get the Prize: Nine Keys for a Life of Victory

I genuinely like this book because it causes the reader to BE the qualities of a leader. It addressed character, charisma, commitment, communication, competence, courage, discernment, focus, generosity, initiative, listening, passion, positive attitude, problem solving, relationships, responsibility, security, self discipline, servanthood - to get ahead put others first, teachability - keep leading - keep learning, and vision.

This book will show you that every leader is a leader first to themselves, by integrating the above qualities into our consciousness, and walking our talk with others, and especially within our own selves.

I recommend that the reader seeks to BE these qualities, and to integrate them into a positively focused life - from the inside out.

This book is a wonderful contribution to embrace the highest qualities of genuine leadership, sans the ego's need to try to get others to follow you, but simply to be joyously immersed in BEING you.

Highly recommended to bring out the leader in you.
Barbara Rose, author of 'If God Was Like Man: A Message from God to All of Humanity' and "Individual Power: Reclaiming Your Core, Your Truth, and Your Life'

Dr. John Maxwell offers clearly defined and timely advice for leaders. This resource is based on ethical leadership and other foundational truths. You may refer to this motivational and inspiring resource numerous times in your career.

Kenneth McGhee - Author
Eleven Leadership Tips For Supervisors