The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell
Week 1: Introduction — Why Laws?
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Before engaging the laws themselves, Maxwell wants you to understand why he believes leadership is governed by principles rather than personality — take a moment to consider what assumptions about leadership you are bringing into this study.
Discussion Questions
6 questions1.Maxwell opens by arguing that leadership is not simply a gift some people have and others don't — it operates according to irrefutable laws. What does the word "irrefutable" imply, and why do you think Maxwell chose it for the title? Do you find that claim convincing before you've read the laws themselves?
2.Think about the best leader you have personally known. What made that person effective? As you begin this study, how much of their effectiveness would you attribute to (a) natural talent, (b) learned skills, or (c) adherence to principles you couldn't yet name?
3.Maxwell draws on examples from business, politics, sports, religion, and military conflict throughout the book. Why is that breadth of illustration important to his argument that the laws are universal? What field are you most familiar with, and how might it serve as your primary testing ground for these laws?
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