The Right to Lead: Learning Leadership Through Character and Courage
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I'm sure many leaders have read leadership books. I know I have. In fact, we read, notate, study - we work at understanding the concepts, figuring them out, determining how they apply, and what we can do.This book will give you something of a break - not from learning and improving, but from the amount of work involved.I his book The Right to Lead, John Maxwell has created a very practical guide to leadership. He provides 7 core principles, and delivers them in a way that will be immediately understandable and actionable. He relies on stories quotes from people we've heard about, and illustrates these principles. No heavy theory, no deep philosophy, just clarity.I'd also add that this is not just your typical business leadership book - it can apply to parents leading their children as well as a CEO driving a multi-billion dollar enterprise.I would heartily recommend this book to anyone that recognizes their need to develop as a leader.Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 : Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
August 30, 2010
At first glance it seems like a good book for a graduation gift, or great coffee table decor, but when you open The Right to Lead you find that it is much more. In this short book John Maxwell retells great stories of sacrifice and risk, shares poignant quotes regarding vision and integrity, and speaks to the necessity of action, determination, and service on the part of every leader.A few of my favorite quotes from the bookYou will never do anything in this world without courage. - James AllenWe set young leaders up for a fall if we encourage them to envision what they can do before they consider the kind of person they should be. - R. Ruth BartonBeing the first to cross the finish line makes you a winner in only phase of life. Its what you do after you cross the line that really counts. - Ralph Boston, Olympic Gold MedalistThe ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stand at times of challenge. - Martin Luther King Jr.The harder you work, the harder it is to surrender. - Vince LombardiTrue heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever the cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost. - Arthur AsheThere are dozens of other great quotes in this short book. If your looking for a short, easy read on leadership this is a great book to pick up.Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 : Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising
July 28, 2010
I just finished reading The Right to Lead by John C. Maxwell. Wow. I thought this book looked a little "light" at first. It appeared to be a loose collection of tidbits from other books that had been repackaged for resale. I was half right. Much of the content is not new, but from other Maxwell books et al. However, it is not loose. The content is a soul searching look at what a leader is, and is not.The main premise is that leadership is a right, not a title. People will follow you based on title because of the structure of authority setup in certain places. However, that does not make a person a leader. John tackles 7 key qualities of leadership: Action, Vision, Sacrifice, Risk, Determination, Service, and Integrity. Each section has key insights in small and concise summaries. Additionally, many biographies show real life examples of these qualities in action and the resulting leadership of the individual.This is a fantastic book. It made me look at myself as a leader. Am I living up to the potential God has given me? Am I honoring the place God has put me in? Am I trying to be better? I have read this book several times already and will probably do so several more.Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 : Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
July 27, 2010
The Right to Lead: Learning Leadership Through Character and Courage, by John C. Maxwell, is the kind of book any potential leader would be thrilled to read. It is a gift bookso its good for a coffee table book or a quick read - but the content is very inspiring.The book is broken down into 7 different sections. Each section then consists of stories of leadersthroughout time, inspirational quotes, and tips on how to be a great leader. It seems that some of the pages were pulled from other Maxwell book's, but didn't affect my interest in the bookat all. I especially liked the story of Harriet Tubman and how she was an unlikely hero. No matterhow much I already know about her, I love learning more. I would recommend this gift book for either someone who is going to lead, orfor someone being called into a leadershipand is lacking the self-esteem or courage and might just need a spiritual boost.I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255
May 28, 2010
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