Maxwell Leadership Podcast

No Limits: Blow the Cap Off Your Capacity by John C. Maxwell (use code PODCAST at checkout for 15% off this week only)

Episode 300! Looking Back At Your Favorite Episodes Mar 26, 2024

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Thank you for 300 episodes of the Maxwell Leadership Podcast! We have a special episode today to celebrate this milestone! We will be highlighting key moments in the top 3 most popular episodes and sharing insights we've learned over the past six years since we launched the podcast.

We wouldn't be here if it wasn't for you, so we also have a very special gift for the first 300 people who listen to this episode! Be sure to stay through the end of this episode and take advantage of this offer!

Our BONUS resource for this episode is the 300th Episode Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/300 and clicking "Download the Bonus Resource."

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Give Your Best to Your Best Mar 20, 2024

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In order to raise up leaders, you have to give the best of yourself to your best people! This week, John Maxwell teaches about how to raise up good leaders by giving your best to the people you lead. After John's lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede discuss the lesson and give you practical ways to apply it to your life and leadership.

Key Takeaways:

- Good people are hard to find; they are harder to keep.

- When leaders fail to appreciate the difference between mediocre and excellence, performance decreases.

- The top 20% of your people account for 80% of the production

Our BONUS resource for this episode is the "Give Your Best to Your Best Worksheet", which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/GiveYourBest and clicking "Download the Bonus Resource."

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Making Great Decisions (Part 2) Mar 13, 2024

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Leadership hinges on the quality of decisions we make, and in today's discussion, John Maxwell brings to light the traps that threaten our decision-making processes, such as procrastination and a tendency to say yes to every demand. It's crucial to recognize that options exist in every scenario, and by maintaining this awareness, leaders can navigate choices with greater confidence and clarity.

Mark Cole and Traci Morrow underline the importance of seeking feedback, breaking down overwhelming decisions into manageable parts, and the necessity of staying focused on the ultimate goal to avert common pitfalls. In this episode, listeners will also learn strategies for managing the information overload and the requisite need for setting clear personal boundaries to guide their 'yes' and 'no' responses.

By engaging with these insights, you'll be equipped not only to refine your decision-making skills but also to understand the relevance of tracking results and defining issues precisely.

Our BONUS resource for this series is the Making Great Decisions Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Decisions and clicking "Download the Bonus Resource."

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The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell (use code podcast for 15% off this week only)

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Making Great Decisions (Part 1) Mar 06, 2024

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The better the decisions you make, the more impact you will have in your life and in the lives of those you lead. This week, John Maxwell, Mark Cole, and Traci Morrow begin a new two-part series on Making Great Decisions. They discuss how to make great decisions and how to prioritize your decisions; then, next week, they dive into common traps of decision-making.

Key Takeaways:

- "Once a decision is made, stop worrying and start working." -William James

- "Successful people make right decisions early and manage those decisions daily." –John Maxwell

- "Whenever you see a successful business, someone made a courageous decision." -Peter Drucker

Our BONUS resource for this series is the "Making Great Decisions Worksheet," which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Decisions 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:

The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell

Developing the Leader within You by John C. Maxwell

Experience Breakthrough (Part 2) Feb 28, 2024

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Breakthroughs are transformative moments that shape and empower our lives. These breakthroughs often come when we challenge our limits, confront our fears, and find the strength to overcome challenges. This week, we continue to explore the journey of breakthroughs in leadership growth and the pursuit of dreams.

During John's lesson, he shares the remaining 4 breakthroughs everyone needs to experience to reach success. He recounts a personal episode of overcoming a life-threatening challenge, about living his dream, striving for continuous improvement, and the transformative power of our dreams in shaping who we are.

Mark Cole and Traci Morrow cover why self-care is paramount for leaders to effectively take care of others. Mark shares the importance of working from a place of rest instead of resting from a place of work—a crucial mindset for any leader's mental health. Traci highlights one challenge faced by many leaders — the temptation to serve from an empty cup — and how self-care helps us serve others better.

You'll also hear how one 76-year-old proved there's no finish line in dreaming. As Terrell Owens once wisely put it, it's about focusing on "breakthroughs, not breakdowns."

Stick around as we also preview our Day to Grow event and dive into the significance of personal and team growth. This is an episode brimming with wisdom on the four types of breakthroughs that all leaders must navigate to achieve success.

Get ready to be inspired to experience your own breakthroughs. Let's grow together on this episode of the Maxwell Leadership Podcast.

Our BONUS resource for this series is the "Experience Breakthrough Worksheet," which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Breakthrough 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:

Enroll in the Put Your Dream to the Test Online Course for just $79 (reg. $399)

Put Your Dream to the Test book by John C. Maxwell

Experience Breakthrough (Part 1) Feb 21, 2024

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This week, we kick off a two-part series on Experiencing Breakthrough! Breakthrough is the thing that separates who you are from who you want to be. And speaking of breakthrough, if you want to experience it for yourself, get your tickets to Day2Grow on March 9th in Orlando, Florida! Join John Maxwell and other inspiring speakers, and breakthrough into the person you're meant to be! You can find out more about this opportunity at Day2Grow.com.

Our BONUS resource for this episode is the "Experience Breakthrough Worksheet," which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Breakthrough and clicking "Download the Bonus Resource."

References:

Enroll in the Put Your Dream to the Test Online Course for just $79 (reg. $399)

Put Your Dream to the Test book by John C. Maxwell

How to Hire the Right People Feb 14, 2024

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Jim Collins said, "People are not your most important asset; the right people are." So, this week, John Maxwell teaches how to hire the right people. You'll learn the 4 C's of building a team that will take you to the next level. After John's lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede join to discuss John's lesson and offer practical ways you can apply it to your life and leadership.

Key Takeaways:

- The 4 C's of Building a Team

- If you get to the top alone, you didn't climb a very high hill.

- Without a good hiring process, your emotional challenges will show up in your hiring realities.

Our BONUS resource for this episode is the "How to Hire the Right Team Worksheet," which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/RightPeople 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:

Purchase the Mentor's Guide to Building a Championship Team for just $39 (reg. $97)

Relevant Episode: The Grounded Leader

Think Ahead with Craig Groeschel Feb 07, 2024

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We 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:

Pre-order Craig's book, Think Ahead

10 Secrets to Success (Part 2) Jan 31, 2024

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Today, John Maxwell, Chris Goede and Mark Cole continue a two-part series on 10 secrets to success. After John's lesson, Mark and Chris join to discuss how you can apply these secrets to success in your own life and leadership.

Key takeaways:

- A minute of thought is worth more than an hour of talk.

- Don't be afraid to innovate. Be different!

- Think long-term and be persistent when others decide to quit.

Our BONUS resource for this series is the "10 Secrets to Success Worksheet," which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Secrets 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:

Enroll in the Put Your Dream to the Test Online course for just $79 (regularly $399) for a limited time!

Put Your Dream to the Test book by John C. Maxwell