The Right To Lead

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Summary: Are you ready for a challenge?
Review: Hot, searing words that will burn away your fears to be all that God wants you to be in this life. This is how the book is written. There are the usual short quotes that cut right to the heart of the matter and also short stories on various leaders of our time. They are guaranteed to inspire you and challenge you. A book that is not for the faint-hearted...or, maybe it is!

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Summary: It's a must-read book for leaders
Review: I enjoyed John's publications. Many of his insights are biblically true. This book had been made mandatory for all leaders in my organization. Although the book only presents snap-shots of characters and events, but we all will learn much from the past. This book was not written to give us a blueprint to earn leadership. I believe that this book was written for self-reflection and meditation. Maxwell did excellent job as a writer, speaker, and servant of God.

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Summary: Take a pass on this one and buy any other Maxwell book.
Review: John C. Maxwell is the most prolific and insightful author on the subject of leadership in our day. I own all of his books and regard them as how-to manuals for a consistent, Christian walk as a leader and senior executive. Some books, like "Becoming a Person of Influence" and "Developing Leaders Around You" have greatly influenced my leadership style and helped form a (hopefully) Godly character in my leadership responsibilities and in my character.

I was hoping for more good work in "A Right to Lead". Instead, I found merely a collection of vignettes and quotes from historical and business leaders; short passages and quotes from busy executives. I had to choke a little before I ignored the passage from Jack Welch on personal integrity.

I hope Maxwell has not abandoned his Christ-centered, character building, convicting, challenging message in favor of merely selling "business books" and pandering to the public.

"The Right to Lead" is a disappointment in every respect. I won't put it on the same shelf as his other excellent works.

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Summary: Maxwell has produced alot better!
Review: This book is a bunch of short stories and some good quotes. As always, it is inspirational but, being a big fan of John Maxwell, He has produced a lot better. I believe John Maxwell's book, The Power of Leadership, is an even better read for those looking to better themselves and get a peak at how the world's greatest businessmen and politicians think. Additionally, the book entitled The Power of Influence - Life Stores on Relationships, is another excellent short book. If you are seeking full blown books then the 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader is a great book!

They key to getting any long-term value out of Maxwell's books is to highlight the quotes you love and integrate them into your daily life. Practice what you read essentially. Hope this helps everyone.