In this post, we’ll discuss the fifth of John Maxwell’s tenets, “A Person of Influence Understands People”.
Well, in his book, “Becoming a Person of Influence“, there is a passage which states, “if you can’t work with people and understand them, you cannot accomplish anything. And you certainly can’t become a person of influence.”
Let me examine this for a moment. Is this true?
When I recall working in a home care environment (working with and for residents who were physically challenged), what do I remember about that time?
Truthfully, I can recall that it was necessary (at times) to take a step back to reflect on what had just been said to me. If I didn’t do this, misperceptions would occur.
listening skills. Developing listening skills is a worthwhile goal – especially if you are intent on becoming an effective leader. I pose the question, “Can being a good listener help build loyalty?” Read the rest of this entry »
In this blog post, we’ll discuss the third of John Maxwell’s ten leadership keys, which is faith in people.
Did you know that:
Most people don’t have faith in themselves
Most people don’t have someone who has faith in them
Most people will do anything to live up to your faith in them
These are powerful, thought provoking statements. If you will lead by example, you can have an impact on others’ lives. How exciting is that?! It boils down to this: Read the rest of this entry »
In this PDF, John shows you how to define success and how to overcome past failures & mistakes and learn from them. Also, he shows you how you can overcome obstacles which may be in your path. Read the rest of this entry »
IMPORTANT> Factors in Mentoring Objectives & Goals:
In this blog post, we’ll discuss the second of John Maxwell’s ten leadership keys, which is nurturing others. This should be incorporated Read the rest of this entry »
In this blog post, I’ll list the 10 leadership keys to Becoming a Person of Influence (or as John C. Maxwell terms it,“How to Positively Impact the Lives of Others”). Today I shall speak to integrity, which is the first of ten leadership keys.
In future posts, there will be an ongoing discussion. All ten leadership traits to be covered. Read the rest of this entry »
In reality, effective business communication is one of the most crucial things in life. To make progress on any front – whether it be professional or personal, intimate or casual, you must master this challenge. Why is it so noteworthy? It is because Read the rest of this entry »
Your company communication skills should be complete and flawless. This is business and we are talking about investments. As one business entrepreneur, you should be able to develop ways and means in order to bridge the gap that exists between you and your staff.
Or, if you are simply administrative personnel who take charge of the incoming and outgoing communication based-elements, you should be at your best, so that you Read the rest of this entry »
It is important to set your goals for self development
Why is this? When you begin the process, you will start to realize some of what your dreams and aspirations are, and through this process of self analysis and goal setting, you’ll see that it is indeed possible to improve yourself and become a better you.
You will appreciate yourself more once you’ve begun to do the work. I can tell you, from experience, that Read the rest of this entry »
Board Coaching and Executive Coaching are both closely linked, but this article will focus on Executive Coaching specifically and how it can be useful effectively in the work place. Executive Coaching can be explained as growing leaders through the coach approach to Leadership. Personal goal setting (both career long term goals and short term career goals) and short term business goals are significant in this discussion. It will be helpful to use a goal setting template. Read more
Your eyes are the mirrors of your soul and when you are self confident you are a leader among men. Leadership is a skill you can or will acquire and it is a key quality of becoming a very confident individual. Have belief in you, your family, and in life and you will truly develop self wealth. You’ll be amazed by what you can achieve when you are really positive about yourself. You will be able to acquire leadership development skills. Read more
8 Free Online Tools and Resources for Effective Leadership
What do John Maxwell and other highly effective leaders have in common?
They inspire and motivate others
Maintain strong eye contact when listening
Upon listening, provide feedback and ask questions
Paraphrase to ensure no misunderstandings occur
Are not overly harsh with criticism (leaders empathize)
Are to the point and provide helpful suggestions
They have a laser focus and do not become distracted while listening. In fact, a good listener (like John C. Maxwell) is truly focused in and is actively looking for similarities between himself and the other person.
In this way, a bond is formed. Now, the listener is far less likely to misunderstand, and the speaker is placed at ease. This is key.
Good leaders (effective leaders) know the importance of effective communication. Learn more of John Maxwell and effective leadership:
Here are 8 Free Resources on John Maxwell and effective leadership -
A Blog devoted to John Maxwell and his teachings. A Resource Chock full of tips and helpful hints on Executing Effective Leadership
Article by John Maxwell - This article was quite interesting to me, as it’s about an actor whom I’ve admired a number of years: Samuel L. Jackson. It’s about his journey, his initial descent into cocaine addiction (due to feeling discouraged) and his recovery (via rehab & family support). Shows no one is immune - and John’s article touches on how we can influence others who are downtrodden and encourage them to great heights.
A Slideshow on Being an Effective Leader – Concise and to the point, this is a visual medium that I enjoyed. If you are visual, you might enjoy this
Another good lens on John Maxwell – This one is very VISUAL and is ranked #379 in the Books category of Squidoo. It is rendered by a member of the Giant Squid 100 Club, which means it is likely a high quality lens.
Lens on John Maxwell - True story of a 19 year old who was helped and inspired by John Maxwell. He runs a non-profit and (due to Mr. Maxwell’s message) he was able to feed a lot of families at Thanksgiving . Read the list of his favorite John Maxwell books.
Video starring John Maxwell: This video details “leading up” – i.e., influencing those above you (not just those below). Breathtaking motivational speaker who speaks from a historical perspective – so you can get a perspective on the topic of leadership (where we are now, compared to where we were in the 1980′s and 1990′s)
Second video with John Maxwell – Ennumerates on what is the best reason to want to become a leader. Great leaders are first listeners and learners, then leaders, he explains. Very good quality audio/video –> If you learn best visually, view this one!
Third excellent, in depth video on The Law of Respect : When I say “in depth”, I mean there is a breadth and a depth to his teachings. Herein, John Maxwell explains about the law of intuition . Developing your natural intuitiveness will give you a great advantage, as a leader.
“Enlightenment” Your 7 days program to Positive thinking
Ever had an idea that inspires you, from deep down? Something that churns up the dust – makes you want to try and do something positive for others? Maybe promote a certain cause, through marketing efforts such as twitter, facebook or other social sites? Let’s examine what motivates you to do inspiring things for others.
It’s best to sketch out a personal goal — figure out what cause you are interested in, and where you can do the most good. Read the rest of this entry »
“A Person of Influence Understands People”.
Why is this? When you begin the process, you will start to realize some of what your dreams and aspirations are, and through this process of self analysis and goal setting, you’ll see that it is indeed possible to improve yourself and become a better you.
