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3 Things Every Leader Needs to Thrive

Maxwell Leadership Podcast

Release Date: 09/12/2025

3 Things Every Leader Needs to Thrive show art 3 Things Every Leader Needs to Thrive

Maxwell Leadership Podcast

3 things every leader needs, 2 longtime leadership experts, 1 can’t-miss bonus episode of the Maxwell Leadership Podcast. In this episode, John Maxwell joins Mark Cole (live!) for a powerful discussion with author and speaker Jon Gordon. You’ll discover the three key elements that every leader needs to thrive and succeed in their journey.  Key takeaways:  We were born to do something that's beneficial on purpose.  When leaders come together to learn from each other, everyone grows.  Track your success, but be driven by significance.  This...

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3 things every leader needs, 2 longtime leadership experts, 1 can’t-miss bonus episode of the Maxwell Leadership Podcast. In this episode, John Maxwell joins Mark Cole (live!) for a powerful discussion with author and speaker Jon Gordon. Youll discover the three key elements that every leader needs to thrive and succeed in their journey. 

Key takeaways: 

  • We were born to do something that's beneficial on purpose. 

  • When leaders come together to learn from each other, everyone grows. 

  • Track your success, but be driven by significance. 

This November, John Maxwell and Jon Gordon are coming together to invest in high-performing leaders and their teams. Learn how you can join them for a day of leadership training and networking at ADayWithJonAnd.com (that’s right – ADayWithJonAnd.com!) 

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