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

Drawing on thirty years of experience teaching leadership, John C. Maxwell addresses how professionals at any organizational level can develop influence and lead effectively. He challenges common misconceptions that prevent people from building their leadership capacity. Maxwell focuses on middle managers, showing how they can leverage their positions to exercise influence in all directions: upward toward leadership, laterally among peers, and downward to direct reports. The book addresses the specific challenges and pressures of working in the middle of an organization. The 360 Degree Leader teaches readers how to overcome common professional obstacles, understand the pressures of middle positions, and build the confidence and competence to become significant influencers. The book includes a workbook for personalizing your leadership development, along with stories, studies, and practical models and strategies. It provides tools for making a difference in your organization, career, and life regardless of whether you receive a promotion.