The 360 Degree Leader: Developing Your Influence from Anywhere in the Organization

Develop influence up, down, and across your organization to drive success beyond your job title

John C. Maxwell

2005

7 Key Insights

About This Book

You don’t have to sit at the top to be a leader. This guide shows you how to grow influence with your boss, your peers, and your team—wherever you are on the org chart. You’ll discover why 99% of leadership happens in the middle, how to bust seven common myths that hold you back, and the nine principles that help you lead upward. You’ll learn the secrets of leading laterally across departments, and the seven skills that make you a trusted mentor to those who report to you. Transform your role, build real relationships, and spark change from any level.

About the Author

John C. Maxwell has spent over four decades teaching leadership to Fortune 500 CEOs, heads of state, military generals, and students around the globe. He’s written over 40 books translated into more than 50 languages and founded EQUIP, a nonprofit that has trained millions of leaders worldwide. A former pastor, Maxwell is twice inducted into the International Speaking Hall of Fame and ranked alongside renowned thinkers like Peter Drucker and Ken Blanchard.

Biggest Takeaway

• Master self-leadership skills to get decisions done and manage your own growth without waiting for a promotion. • Win the trust of your boss by adding real value, anticipating needs, and leading up with initiative and patience. • Create a network of allies by completing your peers, avoiding politics, and letting the best ideas surface. • Build a loyal team by walking through the halls, seeing everyone’s potential, and helping them win—no matter their starting point.