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Maxwell Leadership Podcast
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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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Characteristics of a Builder
Jan 22, 202500:36:26Summary readyAll great companies and organizations have great builders! In this episode, John Maxwell is sharing characteristics of a builder so that you know what they look like and so that you can become a builder yourself. After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede talk about these characteristics and offer you practical ways to apply them to your life and leadership. Key takeaways: Never be satisfied with yesterday; it ended last night. When people believe in the leader, they believe in the vision. When you build up builders, everything begins to compound. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Characteristics of a Builder Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Builder and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. Click here to speak with a Program Advisor today! References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Enroll in the High Road Leadership Online Course for $199 (Regular $299) Become a Leader-Communicator Podcast Episode Are you a young leader? Take our Next Generation Leader survey and receive The Mentor’s Guide to Everyday Challenges for FREE! Learn more about the 5 Levels of Leadership Workshop for your teams! Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store
Summary3 Questions to Become a Better Leader
Jan 15, 202500:35:54Summary readyWhen John Maxwell was a freshman in college, he learned 3 questions from a professor that have shaped the way he leads today. And he’s sharing them with you in this episode! After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Robinson discuss these questions and help you apply them to your own life and leadership. Key takeaways: - What do you cry about? - What do you sing about? - What do you dream about? Our BONUS resource for this episode is the 3 Questions to Become a Better Leader Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/MorePassion and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource." This episode is sponsored by BELAY: 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: Watch this episode on YouTube! Use code PODCAST for 15% off of Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 How to Create a Growth Environment Podcast Episode Are you a young leader? Take our Next Generation Leader survey and receive The Mentor’s Guide to Everyday Challenges for FREE! Learn more about the 5 Levels of Leadership Workshop for your teams! Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store
SummaryDeveloping the Character of a Winner
Jan 8, 202500:40:01Summary readyAs John Maxwell says, “Talent is a gift, but character is a choice.” Today’s lesson from John is all about how you can help your people cultivate the character of a winner in their own lives and leadership! After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede sit down to talk about what John has talked about and offer you practical ways to apply it to your life and leadership. Key takeaways: If you become better on the inside, you’ll become better on the outside. If you become bigger on the inside, you’ll become bigger on the outside. You can’t travel without until you’ve traveled within. Values are what give you stability. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Developing the Character of a Winner Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Winner and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. Click here to speak with a Program Advisor today! References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Enroll in the Change Your World Online Course for $99 (Regular $299) How to Be a REAL Success (Part 2) Podcast Episode Are you a young leader? Take our Next Generation Leader survey and receive The Mentor’s Guide to Everyday Challenges for FREE! Learn more about the 5 Levels of Leadership Workshop for your teams! Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store
SummaryHow to Reach Your Dreams
Jan 1, 202500:33:42Summary readyHappy New Year, podcast family! For a lot of us, the beginning a new year means setting new goals and chasing more dreams — and this episode will help you do just that! John Maxwell is sharing a lesson from his book, Put Your Dream to the Test, that will help you reach the dreams and goals that you’ve set. After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Robinson sit down to talk about the questions John has shared and give you practical ways to apply themit to your life and leadership. Key takeaways: The more reasons that you have to achieve a dream, the higher the odds are that you will actually achieve it. Nobody ever committed to something they didn’t understand. The dream is free, but the journey isn’t. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the How to Reach Your Dreams Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/ReachYourDreams and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. Click here to speak with a Program Advisor today! References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Redefine the Problem Podcast Episode Enroll in the Every Day with Purpose Online Course for $49 (Regular $199) Are you a young leader? Take our Next Generation Leader survey and receive The Mentor’s Guide to Everyday Challenges for FREE! Learn more about the 5 Levels of Leadership Workshop for your teams! Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store
SummaryBest of the Maxwell Leadership Podcast 2024
Dec 25, 202400:33:54Tap to summarizeMerry Christmas and happy holidays, podcast family! As the year is coming to a close, we wanted to do something extra special for you and take some time to look back on a few of your favorite lessons from John Maxwell in 2024. Let’s reflect on what we’ve learned and look forward to what’s to come! Key takeaways: The heart of leadership is serving others. Motivation gets you started; habits keep you going. Leaders develop daily, not in a day. Goals are nothing without action. Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. Click here to speak with a Program Advisor today! References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Are you a young leader? Take our Next Generation Leader survey and receive The Mentor’s Guide to Everyday Challenges for FREE! Learn more about the 5 Levels of Leadership Workshop for your teams! Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store
Transcribe →4 Qualities of a Team Player
Jul 17, 2024Tap to summarizeIf 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 MaxwellPodcast.com/TeamPlayer and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. Click here to speak with a Program Advisor today! References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Enroll in the High Road Leadership Online Course for just $199 (reg $299)! Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store
Transcribe →Think Ahead with Craig Groeschel
Feb 7, 2024Tap to summarizeWe have a special episode for you today! That’s because Mark Cole is joined by John Maxwell’s good friend, Craig Groeschel. Craig hosts an amazing podcast called the Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast, he’s a pastor, an author, and this month he’s releasing his newest book, Think Ahead: 7 Decisions You Can Make Today for the God-Honoring Life You Want Tomorrow. Whether you’re a person of faith or not, this book has the potential to change your life and your leadership. Today Mark and Craig discuss Craig’s new book and the inspiring insights within it. Pre-order your copy now at CraigGroeschel.com! Our BONUS resource for this episode is the “Think Ahead Worksheet,” which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from Mark and Craig’s conversation. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/ThinkAhead and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource." Breakthrough is the bridge between who you are and who you want to become. Experience your breakthrough at Day to Grow on March 9th in fun-filled Orlando, Florida. Secure your tickets here! References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Pre-order Craig’s book, Think Ahead Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store
Transcribe →Leadership Expectations
Oct 25, 2023Tap to summarizeMany leaders inadvertently let external factors influence their lives. But, when we align our personal expectations for ourselves and others, we chart a course toward realizing the life we've envisioned. In this episode, John Maxwell shares insights on the crucial topic of expectations. Following John's lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow provide practical strategies for you to implement these principles in your life and leadership. Key Takeaways: - Your life must be influenced by your expectations, not your experience. - Great leaders set high expectations for themselves and others. - Great leaders communicate clearly how those expectations look. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the "Leadership Expectations Worksheet," which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Expectations and clicking "Download the Bonus Resource." References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Intentional Living by John C. Maxwell Relevant Episode: A Leadership Attitude Adjustment Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store
Transcribe →Love + Work with Marcus Buckingham
Oct 4, 2023Tap to summarizeMarcus Buckingham is back on the Maxwell Leadership Podcast! Join Marcus and Chris Goede as they discuss Marcus’ new book, Love + Work, and get a sneak peak into what you’ll get to experience at Live2Lead! By the way, Live2Lead is just two days away. Trust us, you don’t want to miss this epic event! Get your tickets here. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the “Love + Work Worksheet,” which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from Mark and Marcus’ conversation. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/LoveAndWork and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Love + Work by Marcus Buckingham Get your Live2Lead tickets here! Relevant Episode: Live in Atlanta with Marcus Buckingham (2019) Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store
Transcribe →Born to Shine with Kendra Scott
Sep 27, 2023Tap to summarizeWe are thrilled to introduce you to our guest this week, Kendra Scott. Kendra is a celebrated fashion designer and businesswoman known for founding the Kendra Scott jewelry and lifestyle brand. She started her company which is now a global fashion brand with just $500. That does not happen without incredible leadership skills, tenacity, and resilience. In this episode, Kendra shares the idea behind her book, Born to Shine, and the lessons she's learned along her journey that you can apply to your own life and leadership. We are also ecstatic that Kendra will join us as a featured speaker on Oct 6th for Live2Lead! Time is closing in, so be sure to get your tickets at Live2Lead.com* and see Kendra live! Our BONUS resource for this episode is the "Born to Shine Worksheet," which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from Mark and Kendra's discussion. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Shine and clicking "Download the Bonus Resource." References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Get your Live2Lead tickets here!* Purchase Born to Shine by Kendra Scott Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store *Use code MLPODCAST for 10% off ANY ticket tier (General Admission, VIP, or Platinum)! Groups of 10+ who purchase General Admission tickets will receive 10% OFF their ticket price in addition to the 10% they receive using the code MLPODCAST! (This excludes VIP and Platinum tickets for groups of 10+).
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