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The 360 Degree Leader by John C. Maxwell
The 360 Degree Leader by John C. Maxwell
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The 360 Degree Leader: Developing Your Influence from Anywhere in the Organization
by John C. Maxwell
🌐 MULTIDIRECTIONAL INFLUENCE & ORGANIZATIONAL DYNAMICS
A comprehensive leadership framework designed to empower professionals to exercise significant influence regardless of their formal title or hierarchical position.
Extended Synopsis
In The 360 Degree Leader, world-renowned leadership expert John C. Maxwell addresses the common misconception that leadership is reserved for those at the top of an organization. Drawing on over thirty years of experience, Maxwell argues that true leadership is a function of influence, not position. The text identifies the unique challenges faced by middle managers and professionals "caught in the middle," providing actionable strategies to lead effectively in three distinct directions: leading up (to superiors), leading across (among peers), and leading down (to subordinates).
Maxwell systematically debunks the myths of leadership, such as the "Destination Myth" (the idea that one will learn to lead only after receiving a promotion) and the "Influence Myth" (the belief that if one were at the top, people would naturally follow). By mastering the principles of 360-degree leadership, professionals can increase their value to the organization, foster greater collaboration, and drive significant results from any seat. This work serves as an essential manual for developing the competence and confidence necessary to become a significant influencer in a complex corporate environment.
Author Biography
John C. Maxwell is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, coach, and speaker who has sold more than 30 million books in fifty languages. He has been identified as the #1 leader in business by the American Management Association and the most influential leadership expert in the world by Business Insider and Inc. magazine. He is the founder of The John Maxwell Company, The John Maxwell Team, EQUIP, and the John Maxwell Leadership Foundation, organizations that have trained millions of leaders from every country of the world.
Reader Targeting
- Middle Managers: Professionals looking to navigate the pressures of being between upper management and staff while increasing their impact.
- Aspiring Leaders: Individuals at any stage of their career who want to develop leadership skills before they reach a formal position of authority.
- Corporate Trainers: Human resource professionals and mentors seeking a proven model for leadership development across all levels of an organization.
Accolades & Awards
- Considered a seminal work in the Maxwell leadership library for its focus on non-positional influence.
- Praised by CEOs and organizational consultants for its practical, "no-promotion-needed" approach to career advancement.
- A cornerstone text for leadership development programs in Fortune 500 companies.
Product Specifications
| ISBN-13: | 9781400203598 |
| ISBN-10: | 1400203597 |
| Publisher: | Thomas Nelson / HarperCollins |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Category: | Business & Leadership |
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