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In his book, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, John C. Maxwell describes the vital components of an effective leader. He explains that leadership requires one to do many of these things well. If one of these laws is not your strong point--hire people to surround you who fulfill those needs. The following are other important ideas:

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Laws must be practiced and applied to benefit you as a leader.

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Uphold a law: gain followers. Violate a law: lose followers.

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Each of these laws can be acquired, but each may take more or less effort.

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Leadership Ability Determines a Person's Level of Effectiveness

Your success depends on your leadership ability. If you have a great leadership ability, you have far more potential that if you were a poor leader.

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The True Measure of Leadership is Influence--Nothing More, Nothing Less

Leadership comes from influence. Influence does not come from a position or a title, knowledge, or being groundbreaking; it must be earned. The difference between management and leadership is influence.

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Leadership Develops Daily, Not in a Day

Leadership takes work every day. It's an investment you must make; you must show up consistently to build it.

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Anyone Can Steer the Ship, but It Takes a Leader to Chart the Course

Leaders must take time to create an effective plan. Without a well thought out plan, a team can spiral into crisis even with the best decisions made.

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Leaders Add Value by Serving Others

Great leaders value and invest in their teams.

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Trust is the Foundation of Leadership

Trust is the most important part of leadership. When trust is broken, it can shake the whole establishment.

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Leaders Evaluate Everything with  a Leadership Bias

Leaders possess an intuition when it comes to leadership. Some people are born with it, others develop it.

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Leaders Touch a Heart Before They Ask For a Hand

Leaders take time to connect with their followers before asking something of them.

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People Naturally Follow Leaders Stronger than Themselves

Strong leaders don't follow weaker leaders, the strongest leader will always rise to the top. Strong leaders earn the respect of their followers.

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Who You Are is Who You Attract

You attract employees and others who reflect your own characteristics.

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A Leader's Potential is Determined by Those Closest to Him

A leader doesn't get to where they are on their own, it requires the support and work from their inner circle.

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People Do What People See

Leaders serve as role models. By demonstrating hard work, ethical behavior, and dedication, leaders inspire followers to do the same.

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People Buy into a Leader, Then the Vision

For people to follow your ideas, you must first convince them to follow you.

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Leaders Find a Way for the Team to Win

Leaders to do not accept defeat--they find a way to achieve victory and fight their hardest.

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Only Secure Leaders Give Power to Others

Leader should take the time and effort to develop and encourage new leaders. As an effective leader, must help others reach their potential as leaders.

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Momentum is a Leader's Best Friend

Leaders take advantage of good momentum and make the most of it. Strong leadership keeps the momentum rolling.

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When to Lead is as Important as What to Do and Where to Go

Leaders must step up at the right time.

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To Add Growth, Lead Followers--To Multiply, Lead Leaders

By developing and leading leaders, they can grow and positively influence and lead others. This grows your mission exponentially.

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Leaders Understand that Activity is Not Necessarily Accomplishment

Leaders must prioritize between busywork and productive. They must focus on the overall vision.

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A Leader's Lasting Value is Measured by Succession

Imagine what you want to carry on after you're gone, then live those value, inspire those people, and make your legacy a reality.

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A Leader Must Give Up to Go Up

Leaders must sacrifice their personal priorities. They must devote extra time and make decisions that are best for the team, not just themselves.