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The 5 Levels of Leadership Unleashing Your Potential
Speaker Notes In this presentation, we will explore the 5 Levels of Leadership, a framework developed by John C. Maxwell. This framework outlines the different stages leaders progress through, from entry-level to the pinnacle of leadership. By understanding these levels, you can identify your current leadership level and work towards reaching your full potential.
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Level 1: Position
- Leadership by Title
- People follow because they have to
Speaker Notes Level 1 is the most basic level of leadership. Leaders at this level gain their authority from their job title or position within an organization. People follow them because they are instructed to, not because they are inspired or motivated.
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Level 2: Permission
- Relationship-Based Leadership
- People follow because they want to
Speaker Notes Level 2 leaders build relationships with their followers. They earn trust and respect by being approachable, caring, and genuinely interested in their people. People at this level follow because they like and believe in the leader.
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The Laws of Leadership at Permission Level
- Law of Influence: True measure of leadership is influence
- Law of Addition: Leaders add value by serving others
- Law of Solid Ground: Trust is the foundation of leadership
- Law of Magnetism: Who you are attracts who you attract
- Law of Connection: Leaders touch a heart before they ask for a hand
Speaker Notes Several laws are important at the Permission Level. The Law of Influence emphasizes that leadership is about influencing others, not just having authority. The Law of Addition highlights that leaders add value to their team, not just take from it. Trust is essential at this level (Law of Solid Ground). The Law of Magnetism states that leaders attract people who are similar to themselves. Finally, the Law of Connection emphasizes the importance of building genuine relationships before making demands.
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The LIDM Process
- Listen: Understand the needs and desires of your followers
- Identify Needs: What are the goals and aspirations of your team members?
- Develop a Plan: Create a plan to help your followers achieve their goals
- Motivate: Inspire and encourage your team to take action
Speaker Notes The LIDM Process is a helpful tool for leaders at the Permission Level. It involves Listening to your followers, Identifying their Needs, Developing a Plan to help them achieve those needs, and Motivating them to take action.
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Level 3: Production
- Results-Oriented Leadership
- People follow because of what gets done
Speaker Notes Level 3 leaders focus on achieving results. They are effective at getting things done and are highly goal-oriented. People follow them because they produce results and create a winning team.
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How to Make the Most of Production in Leadership
- Set Clear Goals: Clearly define what success looks like for your team
- Delegate Effectively: Assign tasks to the right people and give them the autonomy to complete them
- Hold People Accountable: Ensure your team members are responsible for their work
- Celebrate Successes: Recognize and reward your team for their achievements
