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The Law of Influence: The True Measure of a Leader

What is the Law of Influence? How does influence relate to leadership? What do you think is more important in leadership—influence or rank? The Law of Influence is the second law of leadership from John C. Maxwell. This law states that the true measure of leadership is the level of influence the leader has over their subordinates as opposed to their rank, position, or income. Read about the Law of Influence and some real-world examples of its application.

The Law of Priorities: Focus on What’s Important

What is the Law of Priorities? What do priorities mean in the context of leadership? The Law of Priorities is one of John C. Maxwell’s laws of leadership. As the name suggests, the Law of Priorities is all about having what it takes to put priorities first on the to-do agenda. Keep reading to learn about John C. Maxwell’s Law of Priorities.

Independence at Work Promotes Competency

How can you encourage your employees to work independently and with accountability? What are the top three behaviors that diminish independence? Allowing your employees to have independence at work has so many benefits. Your employees will learn accountability, self-reliance, responsibility, and gain confidence. You will be able to take time off and trust that your company is doing well. Continue on to learn why giving your employees independence is so crucial.

The Law of Navigation: The Leader Charts the Course

What is the Law of Navigation? What do you think distinguishes a leader from a regular person? The Law of Navigation is John C. Maxwell’s fourth law of leadership. At its core, the Law of Navigation is all about having a vision for your business and navigating towards it, correcting the course along the way. Keep reading for Maxwell’s guidelines on how to implement the Law of Navigation.

The Law of Sacrifice: No Success Without Sacrifice

What is the Law of Sacrifice? What does sacrifice mean in the context of leadership? The Law of Sacrifice is one of John C. Maxwell’s 21 laws of leadership. At its core, this law is a reminder that leadership entails sacrifice. If you are not willing to sacrifice, you won’t be able to travel far in your leadership journey. Keep reading to learn about the Law of Sacrifice plus some real-world examples of its application.

Accidental Diminishers: 3 Steps to Avoid Being One

Do you fear that you may inadvertently be having a diminishing effect on your staff? Do you want to know how to avoid being an Accidental Diminisher? Accidental Diminishers often have the best intentions and don’t realize the diminishing effect they’re causing. There are three steps you need to follow to ensure you are a Multiplier and not an Accidental Diminisher. Continue reading to learn how to avoid being an Accidental Diminisher.

The Law of Timing: The Right Thing at the Right Time

What is the Law of Timing? Why is timing so crucial in leadership? The Law of Timing is the nineteenth of John C. Maxwell’s 21 laws of leadership. This law is about doing the right thing at the right time. However, it’s not so easy in practice. To effectively implement the Law of Timing, you need understanding, maturity, confidence, decisiveness, experience, intuition, and preparation. Keep reading for more about John Maxwell’s Law of Timing.

Collective Decision-Making: Be a Multiplier

Why is it more beneficial to make important decisions collectively rather than independently? How do you structure a good workplace debate? What decision-making mistakes should you avoid? Decision-making Multipliers know how important the collective decision-making process is. They consult as many people as possible and ask debatable questions before carrying out a decision. Diminishers, however, don’t encourage debate and prioritize their own opinions. Keep reading to learn about the importance of collective decision-making.

Taoism: Leadership Is About Trust and Balance

What does it mean to be a Taoist leader? How can Taoist leaders guide other leaders? Why must Taoist leaders never introduce the concept of “goodness”? In Taoism, leadership is used to promote harmony and balance. A Taoist leader needs to learn to be trustworthy, use action over words, be unbiased, and guide others to the Tao. Keep reading for more about Taoist leaders.

The Law of Legacy: How to Make Your Mark

What is the Law of Legacy? What kind of legacy would you want to leave behind once you’ve resigned from your leadership position? The Law of Legacy is the final law of The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell. In the words of Maxwell, the Law of Legacy states that “a leader’s lasting value is measured by succession.” He believes that leaders should decide early on what kind of legacy they want to leave behind and then work towards building it while still in the leadership position. Keep reading to learn about Maxwell’s Law of Legacy and some