It's almost impossible to improve your situation if you're not prepared to improve yourself first…

This is the key message behind John C. Maxwell’s 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth: a foolproof (and bestselling) guide to finding fulfilment by an American pastor renowned for his leadership coaching. Here’s everything you need to know...

#1 The Rule of Intentionality: Growth is not something you stumble into. It’s driven by intention. Stop waiting and start doing.

#2 The Law of Awareness: The first step towards real change is awareness, followed by acceptance. You can’t grow without fully knowing yourself.

There are three kinds of people: 1) The directionless... who dabble and drift through life 2) The frustrated... who know what they'd like to do but don't do it 3) The purposeful... who know what they want and go get it. Which one are you?

#3 The Law of the Mirror: Do you see potential when you look in the mirror? Investing in yourself is an exponential process that starts with genuine self-belief.

Avoid negative self-talk and comparisons to others. This destructive behavior takes root so early in life that it starts to feel like part of who you are. It’s not. So why add to your problems unnecessarily?

#4 The Law of Reflection: Effective action must be followed by quiet reflection. This gives growth the opportunity to solidify.

#5 The Law of Consistency: Motivation kickstarts growth, but discipline sustains it. While good habits are crucial, a lot of success is down to just showing up consistently.

#6 The Law of Environment: Growth thrives in good company. If you’re the smartest person in the room, find another room.