Many years ago, I read a fascinating book on Leadership. ¨21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership (Follow Them and People Will Follow You)” - John C. Maxwell
Throughout my life, I have personally found these laws to be true and I have sought to apply the principles of John’s teaching to my own leadership style.
Last year I invested a significant amount into my own personal development. From that I would like to give you a synopsis of John’s book. I thought it might be helpful to share something of my life journey as it relates to these laws. I know that you will find this useful and life changing if you take the time to reflect on each Law and then implement the principals in your life
| Module 1 | Leadership - the Lid |
| Unit 1 | The Lid - Leadership ability determines a person’s level of effectiveness. Video LinkThis Law talks about the leader placing a ceiling over his/her staff that will stop them from achieving beyond… |
| Module 2 | Leadership - Influence |
| Unit 1 | Influence - The true measure of leadership is influence—nothing more, nothing less. Video LinkJohn poses a series of Myths about Leadership. How do these sit with you? –Leaders may manage, but managers aren’t… |
| Module 3 | Leadership - Process |
| Unit 1 | Process - Leadership develops daily, not in a day. Video LinkThere are really two key thoughts under this Law. Leadership is complicated.Leadership has many facets: respect, experience, emotional strength, people skills,… |
| Module 4 | Leadership - Navigation |
| Unit 1 | Navigation - Anyone can steer the ship, but it takes a leader to chart the course. Video LinkAs a Naval Officer, I learned the art of navigation. I can tell you there is a significant difference… |
| Module 5 | Leadership - Addition |
| Unit 1 | Addition - Leaders Add Value by Serving Others. Video Link¨The bottom line in leadership isn’t how far we advance ourselves but how far we advance others. “ There is one… |
| Module 6 | Leadership - Solid Ground |
| Unit 1 | Solid Ground - Trust is the foundation of leadership. Video Link¨Trust is the foundation of leadership.” ¨Your people know when you make mistakes.” ¨How does a leader build trust?” ¨Character Communicates” consider… |
| Module 7 | Leadership - Respect |
| Unit 1 | Respect - People naturally follow leaders stronger than themselves. Video LinkAs I have pondered the issue of respect, or the lack of it in business circles, I am reminded… |
| Module 8 | Leadership - Intuition |
| Unit 1 | Intuition - Leaders evaluate everything with a leadership bias. Video LinkLeaders who practice this law have the ability to “read” what is going on around them: reader of SITUATIONS. reader of TRENDS. reader of RESOURCES. reader of… |
| Module 9 | Leadership - Magnetism |
| Unit 1 | Magnetism - Who you are is who you attract. Video LinkEvery leader has a measure of magnetism. A leader’s magnetism may impact others intellectually, emotionally or volitionally. Magnetism is neither good… |
| Module 10 | Leadership - Connection |
| Unit 1 | Connection - Leaders touch a heart before they ask for a hand. Video LinkWhy Do Leaders Fail To Practice The Law Of Connection? Because leaders can’t move people to action until they first… |
| Module 11 | Leadership - the Inner Circle |
| Unit 1 | The Inner Circle - A leader’s potential is determined by those closest to him. Video LinkOver my many years in leadership in both the Public and Private sectors, I have only ever seen this… |
| Module 12 | Leadership - Empowerment |
| Unit 1 | Empowerment - Only secure leaders give power to others. Video LinkAuthority can be delegated. Responsibility can only be shared. In other words, he would protect me from the attacks from above… |
| Module 13 | Leadership - Reproduction |
| Unit 1 | Reproduction - It takes a leader to raise up a leader. Video LinkWhat are the aspects of reproducing a great leader? Like raising children, you need to create an environment where… |
| Module 14 | Leadership - Buy In |
| Unit 1 | Buy In - People buy into the leader, then the vision. Video LinkOBSERVATIONS ON THIS LAW… If the people don’t buy into the leader and don’t buy into the vision—it’s time for… |
| Module 15 | Leadership - Victory |
| Unit 1 | Victory - Leaders find a way for the team to win. Video LinkLeadership breakthrough comes because…HE/SHE MODELED OPENNESS & TEACHABILITY HE/SHE CREATED HUNGER FOR CHANGE & RENEWALHE/SHE INITIATED REFORMS LEADING TO THE… |
| Module 16 | Leadership - Momentum |
| Unit 1 | Momentum - Momentum is a leader’s best friend. Video LinkThe Law of Momentum has to be one of if not my favourite Leadership Principle. I think perhaps it… |
| Module 17 | Leadership - Priorities |
| Unit 1 | Priorities - Leaders understand that activity is not necessarily accomplishment. Video LinkA good leader remains focused on their strengths and priorities. recognize the existence of a whole new leadership opportunity gather the team together… |
| Module 18 | Leadership - Sacrifice |
| Unit 1 | Sacrifice - A leader must give up to go up. Video LinkOBSERVATIONS ON THIS LAW… LEADERS SOMETIMES HAVE TO GIVE UP: Pride Control Comfort Impatience Self-sufficiency Identity Money Popularity Familiar surroundings Status Time Possessions Here in lies the true measure of a leader. Are… |
| Module 19 | Leadership - Timing |
| Unit 1 | Timing - When to lead is as important as what to do and where to go. Video LinkEvery time a leader makes a move, four outcomes can result: The wrong action at the wrong time leads to disaster. The… |
| Module 20 | Leadership - Explosive Growth |
| Unit 1 | Explosive Growth - To add growth, lead followers—to multiply, lead leaders. Video LinkA Leader gives time to the goals of: Finding and training leaders. Finding and training leaders who would train other leaders. Finding… |
| Module 21 | Leadership - Legacy |
| Unit 1 | Legacy - A leader’s lasting value is measured by succession. Video LinkThis is such a critical issue to address. I recently attended a seminar on the issue of succession planning. I went… |
| Module 22 | About David |
| Unit 1 | About David Campbell David is an experienced Leader and Manager. With over 35 years of working in the Australian Navy, Public, Private and… |