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Ten Keys to Consistent Growth (Part 2) Jan 16, 2019

Show notes

In this episode, John covers points six through ten in his lesson on consistent growth. Leaders who take responsibility for their own intentional growth don't find themselves constantly playing catch-up in a changing world. And, it all start with growth on the inside. John points out that, while many leaders invest in growing in their weaknesses, those who invest in their strengths make the biggest strides in their personal growth.

After John's lesson, Mark and Richard expand on the idea of perfectionism––one of a leader's greatest obstacles in getting started. How can a leader overcome perfectionist tendencies, and how should a leader look back on past mistakes?

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

References:

Intentional Living by John C. Maxwell

Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 by John C. Maxwell

15 Invaluable Laws of Growth by John C. Maxwell

JumpStart Your Growth by John C. Maxwell

Ten Keys to Consistent Growth (Part 1) Jan 09, 2019

Show notes

Leadership is a journey, not a destination. And according to John Maxwell, consistent growth is key to great leadership. Your family, your organization, and your team depend on it. Most people just look at growth as a season or a means to an end, but good leaders don't stop growing.

In this series, John Maxwell talks about 10 key principles for consistent growth and the difference between being goal conscious and growth conscious. Then Mark and Richard dive deep into how growth equals change, and they share some of the toughest challenges they've faced on their own journeys of consistent growth.

References:

Intentional Living by John C. Maxwell

Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 by John C. Maxwell

15 Invaluable Laws of Growth by John C. Maxwell

JumpStart Your Growth by John C. Maxwell

The John Maxwell Online Store

You Gotta Have a System Jan 02, 2019

Show notes

We hope you had a great holiday and that you enjoyed our last series, The Domino Effect. If you stepped up to Mark and Richard's challenge last week to perform a year-end review, you'll find this episode extremely helpful and practical. This lesson walks though the systems that John Maxwell has set in place in his own life to maximize his time, increase his capacity, and connect with others.

There's so much practical, helpful content in this episode that Mark and Richard are going to sit back and let John take the wheel.

If you listened to our previous series where we talked about The Domino Effect of personal changes, this lesson falls under the category of performance. If you didn't listen to that series, you'll want to check it out at MaxwellPodcast.com/domino.

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

References:

The Domino Effect Series

No Limits by John C. Maxwell

JumpStart Your Priorities by John C. Maxwell

Today Matters by John C. Maxwell

The John Maxwell Online Store

The Domino Effect (Part 2) Dec 26, 2018

Show notes

It's our last episode of the year, and you won't want to miss it! In part two of The Domino Effect Series, John Maxwell continues his lesson on the personal qualities that compound into a successful life. This week, we're talking about attitude, behavior, and performance.

After John's lesson, Mark and Richard share how these qualities have improved their own lives and leadership. You'll learn that practice doesn't make perfect. Instead, practice makes permanent. That's why the most significant practice you can exercise in your leadership at the end of this year is reflecting back and evaluating your successes, failures, and priorities.

Reflection turns experience into insight. So, don't miss this opportunity to make next year your best year yet!

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

References:

The Thought Boosters or Thought Busters Series

Thinking for a Change by John C. Maxwell

Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 by John C. Maxwell

The Seven Levels of Change by Rolf Smith

The John Maxwell Online Store

The Domino Effect (Part 1) Dec 19, 2018

Show notes

One of John Maxwell's favorite leadership exercises is his year-end review. This is the time John takes every year to reflect on what he's learned, what worked, and what needs to change. In the spirit of reflection, we put this series together to set you up for your own year-end review.

We're calling this series The Domino Effect because John is going to walk you through the areas of your life that affect everything else. And you know what? It all starts with thinking and reflection. We hope this series puts into perspective the value of reflection, because reflection turns experience into insight.

At the end of John's lesson, Mark and Richard pick up the discussion on the importance of change in light of The Domino Effect.

If you want to begin the next year more equipped to make the necessary changes in your life and your organization, don't miss this episode. And mark your calendar for part two, which releases next week.

References:

The Thought Boosters or Thought Busters Series

Thinking for a Change by John C. Maxwell

Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 by John C. Maxwell

The Seven Levels of Change by Rolf Smith

The John Maxwell Online Store

Growth and Gratitude (Part 2) Dec 12, 2018

Show notes

What you appreciate appreciates; what you depreciate depreciates. In this episode, we're talking about gratitude as John discusses the final three laws of achieving lifetime growth.

To help you apply these laws, Richard and Mark talk about the importance of knowing your purpose and practicing gratitude in your leadership. Their challenge to you this week is to reflect on your leadership and examine the impact you're making on your team and those closest to you.

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

References:

The Laws of Lifetime Growth by Dan Sullivan and Catherine Nomura

Falling Upward by Richard Rohr

Intentional Living by John C. Maxwell

25 Ways to Win with People by John C. Maxwell

The 17 Indisputable Laws of Teamwork by John C. Maxwell

The John Maxwell Online Store

Growth and Gratitude (Part 1) Dec 05, 2018

Show notes

Today, we're launching a new series called Growth and Gratitude! In this series, John adapts six laws from The Laws of Lifetime Growth by Dan Sullivan and Catherine Nomura to his own principles for growth. These laws are like mirrors––tools that allow you to reflect on your behavior and determine if you're supporting or undermining your personal growth.

If you're looking toward the future with apprehension, this lesson will help you begin to look forward with anticipation. Next week, we'll continue the series by discussing gratitude.

References:

The Laws of Lifetime Growth by Dan Sullivan and Catherine Nomura

25 Ways to Win with People by John C. Maxwell

The 17 Indisputable Laws of Teamwork by John C. Maxwell

The John Maxwell Online Store

Frustration to Fulfillment (Part 2) Nov 28, 2018

Show notes

In Episode 20, we're picking back up on last week's impactful discussion on fulfillment. John continues his teaching by talking about the final questions you need to ask yourself in order to move from frustration to fulfillment.

Mark and Richard begin their discussion by clarifying and expanding on the idea that now is the time to make your move and step into the vision you have for your life. They challenge you to find a close confidant to help you examine how well you've answered John's fulfillment questions for yourself so that you continue on your journey fully equipped for the climb.

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

References:

Put Your Dream to the Test by John C. Maxwell

No Limits by John C. Maxwell

Developing the Leader Within You by John C. Maxwell

The John Maxwell Online Store

Frustration to Fulfillment (Part 1) Nov 21, 2018

Show notes

As John says, "Everything worthwhile is uphill." That climb is what keeps so many individuals and leaders grounded––it's intimidating, and it's hard work. But the climb is necessary if you want to shift your life from a place of frustration to a place of fulfillment.

This week, we're starting a two-part series that will guide you on your journey of fulfillment. Whether you're aspiring to work your dream job or you're already doing what you love but are ready for the next level, you'll leave this series inspired and ready to take the first (or next) step in your journey to becoming fulfilled.

References:

Put Your Dream to the Test by John C. Maxwell

No Limits by John C. Maxwell

Developing the Leader Within You by John C. Maxwell

The John Maxwell Online Store

Thought Busters or Thought Boosters (Part 2) Nov 07, 2018

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Leadership begins between the ears, as Mark Cole points out in this second part of our Thought Boosters series. If you listened to Episode 17 last week, you know John Maxwell teaches that a healthy environment is vital for thoughts and ideas to reach their full potential.

In this episode, we're talking about how to boost your thinking. You may be asking, "What's at stake if I don't boost my thinking?" The answer is your leadership capability. If you don't take the time to boost your thinking, you're not giving yourself sufficient creative space to increase your capabilities.

This episode will walk you through nine thought boosters and leave you with a clear picture of how to boost your thinking so you can lead with more clarity, capacity, and room for creativity.

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

References:

How Successful People Think by John C. Maxwell (Formerly Thinking for a Change)

The 17 Indisputable Laws of Teamwork by John C. Maxwell

Leadershift by John C. Maxwell (Pre-Order)

5 Levels of Leadership by John C. Maxwell