Maxwell Leadership Podcast
The Maxwell Leadership Podcast is a regular examination of what it means to be a transformational leader—someone who daily influences people to think, speak, and act to make a positive difference in their lives and in the lives of others. This podcast will teach you the principles, practices, and process of becoming a transformational leader because leadership isn’t an event—it’s an uphill journey. Every week we will offer a free tool to help you on this journey, so let leadership authority Dr. John C. Maxwell show you the way.
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Mindset Matters
10/09/2024
Mindset Matters
Your mindset shapes your success in life and leadership! In this episode, world-renowned leadership expert John Maxwell delves into why mindset matters and reveals practical steps to help you become a leader who thinks with clarity, effectiveness, and purpose. Learn how shifting your thoughts can transform your leadership approach and impact. After John's insightful lesson, leadership coaches Mark Cole and Chris Goede break it down, offering actionable strategies for applying these principles to your leadership journey and empowering your team to thrive. Key Takeaways: Discover how your mindset drives your leadership success. Learn why thinking correctly can change everything in your life. Explore how intentional thinking is the foundation for purposeful leadership. Tune in to enhance your leadership effectiveness by harnessing the power of your mindset! Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Mindset Matters Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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How to Develop an Abundance Mindset
10/02/2024
How to Develop an Abundance Mindset
What you focus on expands, so learning how to develop an abundance mindset is vital to leading effectively and successfully! In today’s episode, John Maxwell is going to show you what thinking abundantly looks like so you can master this critical skill. After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Robinson sit down to discuss John’s teaching and help you to apply it to your life and leadership. Key takeaways: We don’t see what is; we see what we are prepared to see. What you appreciate, appreciates, and who you appreciate, appreciates. Mindsets are contagious. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the How to Develop an Abundance Mindset Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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The Best Thing You Can Do for Yourself and Others
09/25/2024
The Best Thing You Can Do for Yourself and Others
Some of the best advice that John Maxwell has received throughout his leadership journey has been from his father, and today, he’s sharing that advice with you! In this episode, John is passing on some of the most transformative insights from his own mentor on success and adding value. After his lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow discuss what stood out to them and give you practical ways to apply it to your life and leadership. Key takeaways: - Value people. Believe in people. Unconditionally love people. - Be the first to help. Be the first to add value. - Once you’ve tasted significance, success will never satisfy you. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Best Thing You Can Do for Yourself and for Others Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource." Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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The Power of 5
09/18/2024
The Power of 5
The secret of your success is determined by your daily agenda! In this episode, John Maxwell shares 5 things that help you make your goals a reality when you do them daily. After his lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow talk about the power of these 5 to-do list items and help you to apply them to your life and leadership Key takeaways: - The dream is free, but the journey isn’t. - To be successful, you have to take action every day. - No one has ever quit their way to the top. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Power of 5 Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Powerof5 and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” This episode is sponsored by : Leaders, stop trying to do it all yourself. The best leaders know their limits, operate out of their strengths, and set others up for success. Find freedom with BELAY — pairing you with vetted U.S. virtual assistants so you can focus on what matters. To help you get started, BELAY is offering Maxwell Leadership listeners a free download of their resource, The Ultimate Guide to Working with a Virtual Assistant. This guide has everything you need to get started, grow, and succeed with your new VA. Just text MAXWELL to 55123 for FREE access. References:
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Effective Ways to Grow Your People
09/11/2024
Effective Ways to Grow Your People
As John Maxwell shares in this episode, “The most effective way to grow an organization is to grow the people in it.” But how can you do that in your organization and with your people? John answers that question in today’s lesson by giving 7 different practices of growing people so that you can begin developing those around you. After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede discuss those practices and provide you with practical ways that you can integrate them into your life and leadership. Key takeaways: There are no limits to an organization if we put no limits on our people. It’s impossible to grow people in the organization if the growth is always for someone else. It always starts with me. Great leaders listen, learn, then lead. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Effective Ways to Grow Your People Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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6 Pictures of Transformation
09/04/2024
6 Pictures of Transformation
In order for transformation to take place, you must first know what it looks like. In today’s episode, John Maxwell shows you the 6 pictures of transformation so that you can visualize it and bring it about among those you influence. After his lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow talk about these 6 pictures and help you to apply them to your own life and leadership. Key takeaways: The first step of doing anything is to have a clear grasp and understanding of what it is that you’re doing. When people learn good values and live good values, they just become more valuable. The values that people are exposed to need to be expressed. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the 6 Pictures of Transformation Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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Become a Leader-Communicator
08/28/2024
Become a Leader-Communicator
As John Maxwell says, “A leader that can communicate maximizes his or her leadership potential.” Communication is a multiplier of potential. That means today’s lesson from John on becoming an effective leader-communicator will help you exponentially increase your impact! After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede sit down to talk about what they’ve learned and give you practical ways to apply these insights to your life and leadership. Key takeaways: - The way to maximize your leadership position and your potential is by effectively learning how to communicate what you know and what you feel, and what you want your people to know and feel. - Credibility is a leader’s currency. - As a leader-communicator, you must always go first and give more. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Become a Leader-Communicator Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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If John Maxwell Could Spend a Day With You
08/21/2024
If John Maxwell Could Spend a Day With You
Have you ever thought about what spending a day with John Maxwell would be like? Well, in this week’s episode, John gives you insight into questions and thoughts he would share with you! After his lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow sit down to discuss John’s thoughts and equip you with practical ways to apply what you’ve learned to your life and leadership. Key takeaways: One thing to know about success is that everybody wants it, but very few can define it. The people you bring around you are going to determine your level of greatness. The greatest gap between successful and unsuccessful people is the thinking gap. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the If You Could Spend a Day with John Maxwell Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” This episode is sponsored by : Leaders, stop trying to do it all yourself. The best leaders know their limits, operate out of their strengths, and set others up for success. Find freedom with BELAY — pairing you with vetted U.S. virtual assistants so you can focus on what matters. To help you get started, BELAY is offering Maxwell Leadership listeners a free download of their resource, The Ultimate Guide to Working with a Virtual Assistant. This guide has everything you need to get started, grow, and succeed with your new VA. Just text MAXWELL to 55123 for FREE access. References:
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10 Traits Successful Leaders Possess
08/14/2024
10 Traits Successful Leaders Possess
Have you ever wondered how you can find potential leaders? Do you want to know if you have potential leaders on your team? Then this episode is for you! This week, John C. Maxwell shares 10 traits that successful leaders have in common so that you have a picture of what a leader looks like and can identify them on your team. After John’s lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede sit down to talk about these traits and give you practical ways to apply what you’ve learned to your life and leadership. Key takeaways: To be successful, you have to love what you do. “It’s what you learn after you know it all that counts.” — John Wooden It’s wonderful when the people believe in their leader. It’s more wonderful when the leader believes in the people. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the 10 Traits Successful Leaders Possess Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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A Leader's Greatest Enemy
08/07/2024
A Leader's Greatest Enemy
What happens when a leader has too much pride? In today’s episode, John C. Maxwell talks about the problems that pride causes so that you can reflect on and assess yourself and your leadership. After John’s lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow discuss these problems and give you practical ways to apply what you’ve learned to your life and to how you lead those around you! Key takeaways: Envy is the deadly sin of inferiority. Pride is the deadly sin of superiority. When we fail or make a mistake, we either learn from that failure or we leave that failure. When we live and when we die, we will only be known for the value we added to others, not the value we added for ourselves. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Leader’s Greatest Enemy Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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Momentum Breakers vs. Momentum Makers (Part 2)
07/31/2024
Momentum Breakers vs. Momentum Makers (Part 2)
Momentum can either make or break you, so how can you become someone who utilizes momentum in their leadership? This week, we're continuing our two-part series where John C. Maxwell shares 10 differences between Momentum Breakers and Momentum Makers! After John’s lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede talk about these differences and how you can become a Momentum Maker in your life and leadership. Key takeaways: One person with passion is greater than 99 that have no interest. “Conformity is the jailer of freedom and the enemy of growth.” - John F. Kennedy Some people dream of worthy accomplishments, while others stay awake and do them. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Momentum Breakers vs. Momentum Makers Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” This episode is sponsored by : Leaders, stop trying to do it all yourself. The best leaders know their limits, operate out of their strengths, and set others up for success. Find freedom with BELAY - pairing you with vetted U.S. virtual assistants, so you can focus on what matters. To help you get started, BELAY is offering Maxwell Leadership listeners a free download of their resource, The Ultimate Guide to Working with a Virtual Assistant. This resource has everything you need to get started, grow, and succeed with your new VA. Just text MAXWELL to 55123 for FREE access. References:
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Momentum Breakers vs. Momentum Makers (Part 1)
07/24/2024
Momentum Breakers vs. Momentum Makers (Part 1)
Momentum has the power to be your greatest asset, but not having momentum has the power to be your biggest enemy. So, what makes and breaks momentum in leadership? This week, we're beginning a brand-new two-part series where John C. Maxwell shares the differences between Momentum Breakers and Momentum Makers! After John’s lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede sit down to discuss these differences and give you practical advice on how to become a Momentum Maker in your life and leadership. Key takeaways: Momentum is a leader’s best friend. Are you living in yesterday or are you living in tomorrow? If you want to break momentum, do it on your own. But if you want to make momentum, do it with others. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Momentum Breakers vs. Momentum Makers Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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4 Qualities of a Team Player
07/17/2024
4 Qualities of a Team Player
If you’ve ever asked the question, “What does a team player look like?” this episode is for you! This week on the Maxwell Leadership Podcast, John C. Maxwell shares the four qualities of a team player that you can look for in your leadership, or that you can apply to your life as well. After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Robinson discuss these qualities and how you can implement what you’ve learned into your own personal or professional development. Key takeaways: You never know the commitment of a team player until things go bad. Working together means winning together. What we do every day makes us what we become someday, and discipline is the key. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the 4 Qualities of a Team Player Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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The Leadership Shift from Managing People to Developing People
07/12/2024
The Leadership Shift from Managing People to Developing People
Mark Cole invites Matt Tresidder, CEO and co-founder of Leadr, to share his journey and the importance of feedback and people development in leadership. Matt shares all about the Leadr platform and how it helps leaders develop their teams and create a culture of growth and productivity. Key takeaways: Developing people and teams should be a priority in leadership. Using technology as a tool for feedback and accountability. “Leadership is a burden, and that burden is a privilege.” –Matt Tresidder In lieu of our usual Bonus Resource, Leadr is offering free access to the Manager’s Toolkit, which includes six unique resources to help you lead and develop your team to drive results. Download the free tool at ! References: !
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Significance and Selfishness
07/10/2024
Significance and Selfishness
Are you taking the road of significance, or are you taking the road of selfishness? In today’s episode of the Maxwell Leadership Podcast, John C. Maxwell shares a lesson about how you can determine which road you are going to take in your leadership! After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Robinson help you to apply what John has shared to your life and leadership. Key takeaways: You do not find a person of significance that has a high degree of selfishness in his or her life. People of significance have a total different mindset than people that are selfish. Selfishness causes us to think we’re going to get everything we ever want in life, when in reality, it keeps us from the things we really need in life. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Significance and Selfishness Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” = Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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Overcoming Instead of Being Overcome (Part 2)
07/03/2024
Overcoming Instead of Being Overcome (Part 2)
This week, we’re finishing our two-part series on overcoming instead of being overcome! Last week, John C. Maxwell shared the first two R’s that people who give up are usually beat up by (Regret and Resentment) so that you can recognize those things in your leadership and work towards overcoming them. This week, John shares the last two R’s (Resistance and Rejection) and continues to help you know how to keep an eye out for them in your leadership. After John’s lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow talk about what he taught and how you can apply it to your life and leadership! Key takeaways: You reduce resistance by coming up with answers that others have not figured out. Hurting people hurt people. Successful people do what unsuccessful people won’t do. Our BONUS resource for this series is the Overcoming Instead of Being Overcome Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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Overcoming Instead of Being Overcome (Part 1)
06/26/2024
Overcoming Instead of Being Overcome (Part 1)
When difficult times happen in life or in leadership, it can be tempting to want to give up instead of keep going. That’s why on today’s episode of the Maxwell Leadership Podcast, we’re starting a brand new two-part series on overcoming instead of being overcome. In today’s lesson, John C. Maxwell shares four R’s that people who give up are usually beat up by so that you can recognize those things in your leadership and work towards overcoming them! After John’s lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow sit down to discuss what they have learned and give you helpful advice on how you can apply it to your own life and leadership. Key takeaways: The most important lessons I’ve ever learned are out of my mistakes in life. You have to take control of what you can control. If you add value to those above you, that’ll take care of the resentment problem. If you add value to those below you, that’ll take care of the pride problem. Our BONUS resource for this series is the Overcoming Instead of Being Overcome Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References: Watch this episode on YouTube!
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Success - Keep It Simple
06/19/2024
Success - Keep It Simple
Simplicity is the key to communicating direction clearly and effectively to those you lead. So, the question is, what does “simple” look like in leadership and how can you achieve it? John C. Maxwell is going to teach you all about this in today’s episode! After John’s lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow talk about how you can apply what you’ve learned to your life and leadership. Key takeaways: Genius: the ability to reduce the complicated to the simple. Simple doesn’t work if simple doesn’t relate. You don’t have to start off well, you just have to begin. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Success: Keep It Simple Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/KeepItSimple and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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Leadership Blind Spots
06/12/2024
Leadership Blind Spots
Even though having blind spots is a normal part of life, there’s a choice that everyone has to make: are you going to acknowledge the areas that you need to grow in and take action, or are you going to continue to be unaware and stay where you are? In today’s episode, John C. Maxwell gives practical ways to determine what blind spots you may have in your leadership so that you can lead your people well! After John’s lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede discuss how this teaching can be applied to your life and leadership. Key takeaways: - In leadership, everything compounds. - Pride is concerned about who’s right. Humility is concerned about what’s right. - Character doesn’t make you a leader, but it protects you as a leader. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Leadership Blind Spots Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/BlindSpots and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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Leaving a Legitimate Leadership Legacy
06/05/2024
Leaving a Legitimate Leadership Legacy
Have you ever wondered what legacy you’ll be leaving behind to those around you? In this episode, John C. Maxwell shares four standards that you can embrace in order to leave a legitimate leadership legacy to the people you lead! After John’s lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede come together to talk about what they learned and how you can apply it to your life and leadership. Key takeaways: No matter what your strengths are, if character is not present in your life, it’s only a matter of time until it will hurt you and the legacy you’re passing on. We over value decision-making and we under value decision managing. At the end of a legacy done well or not done well, there will be a harvest. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Leaving a Legitimate Leadership Legacy Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/LeadershipLegacy and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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Platitudes and Attitudes
05/29/2024
Platitudes and Attitudes
As John C. Maxwell says, “One of the greatest values of mentors is the ability to see ahead what others cannot see and to help them navigate a course to their destination.” Today, John is sharing 10 different Platitudes and Attitudes that he has learned throughout his leadership that you can apply to your own life, family, business, and leadership as well! After his lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow discuss what John taught and give you practical ways to implement it into your leadership. Key takeaways: - Preparation is the backbone of quick decisions. - Leaders always view, make decisions, and lead based upon not only what is, but what has been and what will be. - The more you complain, the less you’ll obtain. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Platitudes and Attitudes Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Attitudes and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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How to Lead in Difficult Times
05/22/2024
How to Lead in Difficult Times
How would you handle yourself and others in times of crisis? Today’s episode will not only help you answer that but will also help you navigate leading well when difficult times come. A crisis will either put leaders on top or topple them to the bottom, so John C. Maxwell shares a lesson that will pave the way for leadership that leaves a positive impact, even when it’s hard. After John’s lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede discuss various ways that these practices can be applied to your life and leadership. Key takeaways: - A bad situation needs good leadership. - Your decisions in life make you. A crisis reveals you. - People will follow what you do, not what you say. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the How to Lead in Difficult Times Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Lead and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” References:
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Questions to Ask the Leader in the Mirror
05/15/2024
Questions to Ask the Leader in the Mirror
In leadership, it’s important to take a step back and ask a few key questions that will help you reflect on where you’ve been and then look forward to what’s next. That’s exactly what we’re talking about in this week’s episode! John C. Maxwell shares key questions that every leader must ask themselves when it comes to their life and leadership in order to assess performance, acknowledge gaps, and stay on track with where they want to go. After John’s lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede discuss valuable takeaways that you can apply to your leadership as well. Key takeaways: - “There comes a point in your career when the best way to figure out how you’re doing is to step back and ask yourself a few questions. Having all the answers is less important than knowing what to ask.” — Robert S. Kaplan - It’s impossible to have your priorities correct or your passion intact if you don’t clearly see your dream. - The better you know yourself and the truer you are to yourself, the greater your success. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Questions to Ask the Leader in the Mirror Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Mirror and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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High Road Leadership (Part 4)
05/08/2024
High Road Leadership (Part 4)
This week, we conclude our four-part series on John Maxwell’s new book, High Road Leadership! John Maxwell discusses the concept of emotional capacity and the importance of developing the ability to respond to adversity, failure, criticism, and pressure in positive ways. He emphasizes the need to do hard things for the sake of getting them over with, but to prepare for even harder challenges. John also highlights the significance of being one's own best friend and encouraging oneself in difficult times. Be sure to grab your copy of today! Our BONUS resource for this episode is the High Road Leadership Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/HighRoad and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Do you want to take your leadership to the next level by coming a coach that helps others succeed? Learn more at MaxwellLeadership.com/JoinTheTeam. References:
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High Road Leadership (Part 3)
05/01/2024
High Road Leadership (Part 3)
We are just one week away from John Maxwell’s newest book launch, . This week, John Maxwell and Mark Cole share just how transformational this book will be to your leadership. But, only if you put it into action. Be sure to pre-order your copy now at and get $299 worth of free bonus content including registration to a live virtual event that you certainly don’t want to miss. Our BONUS resource for this series is the “High Road Leadership Worksheet,” which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/HighRoad and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Want to take your leadership to the next level by becoming a coach that helps other businesses succeed? Learn more at ! References:
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The 4 Dimensions of Culture with Greg Cagle
04/26/2024
The 4 Dimensions of Culture with Greg Cagle
In this BONUS episode, Maxwell Leadership Facilitator and Coach, Greg Cagle, chats with Mark Cole about The 4 Dimensions of Culture and how they impact the overall performance of an organization. They also highlight the significance of culture in navigating adversity and capturing opportunities. Greg shares that culture is about how we think, act, and interact, and that leaders have the responsibility to build the proper culture within their teams. The conversation concludes with a call to action for listeners to understand and define culture and to take steps to shape a better culture in their organizations. You’re invited to learn more about this tool by joining Greg Cagle and Chris Goede on a virtual call about how The 4 Dimensions of Culture can take your team to the next level. References:
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High Road Leadership (Part 2)
04/24/2024
High Road Leadership (Part 2)
This week is part 2 of our series on John Maxwell’s new book, ! Last week, John talked about this journey in leadership and his passion for adding value to others through values-based, people-centric, servant leadership. This week, he discusses the need for leaders who bring people together instead of dividing them. He emphasizes the importance of valuing all people and treating them with kindness and respect. Key takeaways: Shared thinking and collaboration lead to better ideas and solutions. Leaders should be accountable for their actions and willing to admit mistakes. Equipping political leaders with the principles of high road leadership can bring about positive change. Our BONUS resource for this series is the High Road Leadership Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/HighRoad and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your leadership journey by coaching others to be great leaders. and join a community of difference-makers. References:
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High Road Leadership (Part 1)
04/17/2024
High Road Leadership (Part 1)
John Maxwell’s new book, High Road Leadership, releases this May! So, this week, we begin a new four-part series in which John and Mark shares some insight from the book as well as additional content not in the book! We’re releasing these episodes leading up to the book release, so be sure to pre-order your copy here, and get ready to learn what it means and how to be a High Road Leader! Key Insights: - Why John has dedicated his life to leadership - Highlights from John’s leadership journey - John’s top 5 leadership books Our BONUS resource for this episode is the High Road Leadership Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/HighRoad and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your leadership journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. to speak with a Program Advisor today! References:
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Do You Have What It Takes (Part 2)
04/10/2024
Do You Have What It Takes (Part 2)
If you’ve ever asked the question, “Do I have what it takes?”, this episode is for you! This week, John C. Maxwell, Mark Cole, and Traci Morrow continue a new two-part series on questions leaders can ask themselves to know if they have what it takes to begin a new venture in their organization or leadership. After John’s lesson, Mark and Traci discuss how you can apply it to your life and leadership. Key takeaways: - The difference between average people and those that achieve is their perception of and response to failure. - Most people are five times more likely to be optimistic about another person’s goals if that person is optimistic themselves. - Be open-minded and always take the high road. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Do You Have What It Takes Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/WhatItTakes and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” References:
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Do You Have What It Takes (Part 1)
04/03/2024
Do You Have What It Takes (Part 1)
So, you’re starting something new? I bet one big question rolling around in your mind is, “Do I have what it takes?” This week, John C. Maxwell, Mark Cole, and Traci Morrow start a new two-part series on questions leaders can ask themselves to know if they have what it takes to begin a new venture. Following John’s lesson, Mark and Traci discuss how to apply what you’ve learned to your life and leadership. Key takeaways: - Passion gives the vision energy. Vision gives passion direction. - Stress is the gap between the demands placed on us and our ability to meet those demands. - Many times, action is not the riskiest path. The riskiest path is inaction. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Do You Have What It Takes Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/WhatItTakes and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” References:
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