Sam AVI 332
Leaders sometimes have the feeling of inadequacy or lack of accomplishment. In respect to this, John C. Maxwell offers several suggestions or solutions that make a leader more relevant. In his book, John outlines five leadership values which include position, permission, production, person development, and pinnacle. In my view, these five values work well in ensuring that a leader interacts adequately with his followers hence promoting effective leadership. The ‘leaders’ daily dozen’ on the other hand is highly recommended for every kind of leader in the present age. I think this is a must have leadership tool for all leaders regardless of their position in an organization or institution. Both the values and the daily dozen are of value to me. I have learnt to appreciate the fact that leadership is highly relational, and that effective leadership is essential for the growth of any organization.
One of the steps I will take to ensure that I adhere to these values is by having a well typed document that contains these leadership values and the dozen close to my desk. This will give me the opportunity to have a look at them on a daily basis hence offering a constant dose of motivation in maintaining leadership values. I will also establish a routine of mentoring and training potential leaders in my organization. This will help me to grow more and ensure that leadership skills are passed on to other budding leaders.
The author has done a thorough job in offering the requirements for effective leadership. Today, I can confidently say that my leadership skills have been enhanced. I have learnt to identify leadership abilities in other people as well as people who have higher potential than me.
1. Position – People follow because they have to.
2. Permission – People follow because they want to.
3. Production – People follow because of what you have done for the organization.
4. Person Development – People follow because of what you have done for them personally.
5. Pinnacle – People follow because of who you are and what you represent.
Read and reflect on the five leadership values AND the “leaders daily dozen.” Briefly outline these and discuss them from your perspective. Do these make sense to you and how do you plan on utilizing these items. Do they apply, are they of value to you. Are there pragmatic steps you can take to adhere to these values? Are there others the author may have failed to mention? Combined with the employee management lectures we have had in class and the book readings, have they helped open your eyes and enhanced your leadership skills?
Address all of these in an essay of more than 250 words. [50-points]
1. Position – People follow because they have to.
2. Permission – People follow because they want to.
3. Production – People follow because of what you have done for the organization.
4. Person Development – People follow because of what you have done for them personally.
5. Pinnacle – People follow because of who you are and what you represent.