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John C. Maxwell is an American author and speaker known for one idea he returns to again and again: leadership is influence, not a title, and it is earned through character, consistency and the way you treat people. Start with Make Today Count, which brings his thinking down to daily habits like clear priorities, sound finances, family relationships and generosity, then move on to his books on the levels of leadership and its lasting laws once that personal groundwork feels solid. His work speaks most directly to new managers, founders of growing companies, those taking on responsibility in a family business, and anyone in the region asked to lead people older or more experienced than themselves.

Make Today Count

Make each day count through 12 practical habits that strengthen your mindset, clarify priorities, and turn small choices into lasting growth.

19 min

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What is Make Today Count about?

Make Today Count (2004) argues that success is built one day at a time through the decisions and habits we practise daily. John C. Maxwell presents twelve daily practices, including a positive attitude, clear priorities, healthy living, family relationships, good thinking, commitment, wise finances, generosity, strong values, and personal growth. The book helps readers turn good intentions into consistent action.

Who should read Make Today Count?

Anyone who struggles to turn good intentions into action
Professionals juggling work, family and personal priorities each day
Young adults building daily habits for long-term success

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5 Levels of Leadership

Rise through five levels of leadership by building trust, developing others, and turning authority into lasting influence.

17 min

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What is 5 Levels of Leadership about?

5 Levels of Leadership (2011) describes leadership as a journey through five stages: position, permission, production, people development, and pinnacle. John C. Maxwell explains what leaders gain and risk at each level, and how they can move from holding a title to earning trust, getting results, developing other leaders, and leaving a lasting legacy. The book offers a practical roadmap for growing as a leader.

Who should read 5 Levels of Leadership?

New managers relying on their title to lead
Team leaders wanting to earn trust and loyalty
Executives focused on developing future leaders

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The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership

Build lasting influence through timeless principles of character, consistency, and connection, and lead with greater clarity and impact.

20 min

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What is The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership about?

The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership (1998) presents leadership as a set of principles that anyone can learn and practise. John C. Maxwell explains laws such as the Law of Influence, the Law of the Lid, and the Law of Legacy, using stories from business, sports, politics, and history. The book shows how leaders grow their influence, develop other people, and build lasting results.

Who should read The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership?

New managers stepping into their first leadership role
Team leaders who want to grow their influence
Anyone who wants to develop others and leave a legacy

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About John C. Maxwell

John C. Maxwell is an American author, speaker, and pastor who has become one of the world’s best-known experts on leadership. He founded organisations that have trained millions of leaders around the world. He has written dozens of books, including Developing the Leader Within You, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, and The 5 Levels of Leadership.

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