The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell
Week 3: Law 2 — The Law of Influence
Read Chapter 2 of The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. Key concept: the true measure of leadership is influence — nothing more, nothing less.
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Maxwell's most foundational definition of leadership appears in this chapter — let it challenge whatever assumptions you've attached to titles, positions, or formal authority.
Discussion Questions
6 questions1.Maxwell's famous one-line definition: "Leadership is influence — nothing more, nothing less." What does this definition include that surprised you, and what does it exclude that you might have assumed was essential to leadership?
2.Maxwell uses the story of Princess Diana to illustrate the Law of Influence — she had no formal governmental power, yet her influence was enormous. What was the source of her influence, and why did it exceed that of many official leaders?
3.Maxwell lists several myths about leadership — the Management Myth, the Entrepreneur Myth, the Knowledge Myth, the Pioneer Myth, and the Position Myth. Which of these myths have you personally believed at some point? Which one is most prevalent in your organization's culture right now?