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What I’ve been reading, Winter & Spring 2011
ByHave you had a busy first quarter of 2011? I know I have. It seems that time has flown between January 1 and today. But regardless of how busy I am, I make time for personal growth. And one of the best ways to spark new growth in myself is reading.
Here are some of the books that I’ve read in the past few months. As usual, I found and filed quotes and stories according to my system. I hope that in one or more of them you will find fuel for your own personal growth this spring and summer.
(If you can’t see the bookshelf below, click here to view my list.)
- Short Trip to the Edge by Scott Cairns
- Eyewitness to Power by David Gergen
- The Truth about… by James M. Kouzes,…
Mr. Maxwell,
Thank you so much for this list of books. I am a reader and I am always looking for more inspiration.
thanks you mentor john c maxwell, ever since i discover how u are thru your leadership bible offer to me by a friend in 2008 my life have change for good. All your leadership lesson i’ve learn accross over 30 of your books have made me an infleuncer in my city here in nigeria. I have develop a passion to read and write because i drop out of school at a teenage age of 12. But today i have set a growth plan that include going back to school. The most exciting thing of all is that thru the knowledge i inquire in your books and other books i’ve read thru your recommandation book like zig ziglar, petet druker and many more have given me a voice to speak. It quiet unfortunate that most of your book are not in bookshop here in nigeria. Most of the time i have to go across 10 bookshop to get one of your book but i thank God for all because i consider it as part of sacrific for growth. Presently am reading everyone communicate and few connect. I am of one believe just as napoleon hill quote “whatever your mind concieve and believe that u can achieve” i believe one day i am going to become your best friend mentor john c maxwell. One of my best quote from you mentor is “everything rise and fall in leaders” may God keep blessing u,ur entire family and all your entire team. My prayer is that God will contiune to equip,inspire and grant u lot of great idea to achieve your ulitmate potencial
Dear Mr. Maxwell: Thank you for the reading list recommendations. First quarter went “whoosh” for me as well but now that my annual report and income tax projects are completed, it’s full speed ahead into the second quarter. I’ve been receiving Maxwell moments and feel as though I know you a little bit. Your books were recommended to me by Mr. Bob Goshen, who has been coaching me online and I plan to read them as soon as I can. Any plans to speak in Punta Gorda, Florida? (It’s Happening on the Harbor) If so, you might like to browse: http://www.puntagorda-chamber.com. As a member, Dreamrider has a weekly posting on this site under Friday Facts and the Chamber has many interesting and worthwhile events planned. Look forward to more personal development and success in the future. Sincerely, Louise Rabin, Dreamrider International LLC.
John, thanks for the reading list. I’ve been looking forward to your updated list. From last Fall’s list, I loved reading Aspire by Kevin Hall, the background of the words gave me an even greater appreciation for the power of communication in leadership. I still chew on the meaning of the word “Guru” — Gu = Darkness, Ru = Light, a guru is one who leads people out of darkness into the light. So is a leader. So is Jesus. Richard Stengel’s book on Mandela’s Way gave a great portrait of building one’s strength to endure, to lead, to see and pursue the big picture no matter the cost or the time involved.
From this list I greatly enjoyed David Gergen’s book. He did a great job of pulling out strengths and weaknesses about each president’s leadership style. He did with grace and civility, and practical application for our own leadership.
I also read Bill Hybels, The Power of a Whisper. He helped clean out my ears and make me more sensitive to hearing those promptings from God in leadership and living.
I am looking forward to reading The Truth about Leadership and the book on Bonhoeffer as well.
Thanks again for sharing your reading list and realizing how much that adds value to our leadership. So what are you going to read this summer?
Dear John
Thanks a lot Papa for the reading list. I will certainly get hold of some of these books;- if not all. I like want God has deposited in the inside of you Papa, and i know that you are committed to imparting. I am making a demand of that anointing as i continue to read your books and to listen to your teachings
I am looking forward to meeting with you in August. In the meantime, God bless you
Dear John,
Good Morning… Sorry! I am not able to see the book list you posted along with this article.
how do I get that?
Thank you,
Pramod
Pramod, this is John’s administrator, Stephanie. If you can’t see the bookshelf that is supposed to appear in the post, please try this URL:
http://www.shelfari.com/johncmaxwell
You should be able to view John’s list there.
Dear John
I look forward to reading many of the books on the list. My good friend suggested your leadership books to me. I admire her immensely. I knew if she reads your books then i better get on the train. Continue to imspire through biblical truths.