I listened to this book on tape a few years ago, but when my parents gave me the paper version I decided to read it again. I still think this is Maxwell's finest writing. He does a great job of using stories to illustrate the different leadership laws of leadership. Many of the stories are about sports figures which personally I don't relate to very well, but it is still a very good book. This is a book I plan to reread or at least review every few years.

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Amazon's Description
John C. Maxwell offers lively stories about the foibles and successes of Lee Iacocca, Abraham Lincoln, Princess Diana, and Elizabeth Dole in The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. Readers can expect a well-crafted discussion that emphasizes the core attitudes and visions of leadership. Maxwell uses the same tell-it-like-it-is approach that he honed in the bestselling Developing the Leader Within You. For instance, when explaining "The Law of Influence," Maxwell states that "job titles don't have much value when it comes to leading. True leadership cannot be awarded, appointed or assigned. It comes only from influence and that can't be mandated." Even after Princess Diana was stripped of her title, Maxwell says she was still able to lead a global effort toward banning land mines because of her sophisticated ability to influence others.

If readers are looking for a step-by-step formula, Maxwell's list of "laws" will probably seem too chatty and anecdote driven. There are no specific tips on what readers can do during the next workday to help them become stronger leaders. On the other hand, Maxwell's background as a pastor gives him an inspirational voice and a spiritual context to leadership that many business and church leaders appreciate. --Gail Hudson

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Customer Reviews

Sure steps to great success!
This is the most awesome book! A true inspiration! There were some points I felt I had down pat, and then some areas that I'm working to change in order to come up higher and reach my desired goals. I thought it was awesome how John Maxwell explained the why's and how's. I have recommended this book to anyone with the slightest bit of leadership ability, and told someone yesterday, "When you are a multi millionaire then don't forget some babbling woman told you about this book!"

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The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership
This book is "good stuff". Will help anyone in any situation whether at work or in your personal life.

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Irrefutable? Laws?
It is ridiculous to claim to present "Irrefutable Laws" of leadership.

Maxwell presents some leadership ideas, principles, and insights based on his experience and knowledge. It would be more appropriate and honest to present them as such.

Read at this level, perhaps this book can be beneficial in leadership development.

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