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I really enjoy reading John Maxwell’s book “Developing the Leader Within you 2.0” (J. Maxwell, 2018). I think he’s very positive in his leadership skills and management. Everything he writes about seems to have a thought process behind it. A few years ago, I ran into his ad’s for speakers on the internet. I signed up for his newsletter and e-mails. He trains individuals to become motivational speakers. I couldn’t afford to take the class at the time, but I still receive the newsletter.
The book definitely gives you a step by step understanding of his leadership style. I enjoy all of the quotes that are in there as well. I like to compare the book to my leadership positions that I held throughout my career. I like to think that I do the right thing but that’s impossible all the time. For the most part, I’ve followed some of his methodology. For example, I once held a position as an Athletic Director at a high school. As I look at “The 5 Levels of Leadership” (J. Maxwell, 2018) I would think that I reached the pinnacle because I had respect from the other faculty and staff members. I went there and completely rebuilt the Physical Education program and Athletic program. I prioritized in an organized fashion and built the foundation. I tried to get people to buy into it. It worked and we had two great programs running well. I taught my partner as much as I could, and he became a much better teacher himself.
I also like some of the laws in the book “Power” (R. Greene, 1998). While it’s a little darker, It does have some helpful strategies. Law #1 is a good one. You never want to look better than your superior. They will take it hard and think you’re coming after their position.
References
John Maxwell. Developing the Leader Within You 2.0. Nashville, Tennessee: Harper Collins, 2018
Robert Greene. Power. New York, New York: Penguin Books, 1998
Robert Molina's Mastery Journal 