In this episode of the Maxwell Leadership Podcast, John C. Maxwell shares timeless principles for turning your personal development into a lifelong journey of growth. You'll learn how to use your past as a teacher—not a trap—and apply positive thinking techniques and goal-setting habits to create a brighter tomorrow. After John's lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Robinson unpack how to apply these lessons to your leadership, helping you strengthen your success mindset, overcome setbacks, and keep moving toward your dreams. You'll learn how to: Turn lessons from failure into lasting success Build momentum through daily self-improvement habits Use reflection to set meaningful goals Cultivate a growth-oriented, positive mindset Keep your leadership development journey alive 🎯 Our BONUS resource for this episode is the How to Make Your Future Bigger Than Your Past Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/BiggerFuture 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, 5 Blind Spots That Sink Your Leadership. Just text MAXWELL to 55123 for FREE access. References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Accelerate your growth with the Maxwell Leadership App (start your 7-day free trial today with code PODCAST7!) How to Improve Every Day Podcast Episode Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team
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Quiet Confidence: Leading Without the Applause
If your confidence is determined by validation, your performance will be, too. In this episode of the Maxwell Leadership Podcast, John is sharing 4 keys to shifting from reliance on recognition to resilient self-assurance! After John's lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Robinson discuss his insights to help you apply them directly for your life and leadership. Key takeaways: Value the process over the event. Don't take yourself too seriously. Never wait for someone else to raise the bar for you. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Quiet Confidence: Leading Without the Applause Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/QuietConfidence 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! Accelerate your growth with the Maxwell Leadership app (start your 7-day free trial today with code PODCAST7!) Leaving a Legitimate Leadership Legacy Podcast Episode Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team
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The Future Begins with Z with Tim Elmore and John Maxwell
75% of managers report that Gen Z is the toughest generation to lead, and 30% have fired a Gen Z employee within a month of hiring them. Can you relate? Gen Z is in the workforce and they're here to stay – so tune in to today's bonus episode of the Maxwell Leadership Podcast to learn how to lead them most effectively! Join John Maxwell, Mark Cole, and Tim Elmore for a deep dive into Tim's newest book, The Future Begins with Z, and a powerful discussion poised to help you get the most out of your youngest team members and turn one of today's greatest leadership challenges into your organization's competitive advantage. Key takeaways: Meet them in the middle. While Gen Z brings fresh perspectives and intuition about the future, they also want guidance from experienced leaders. Focus on meaning over money. While fair compensation is important, leaders can inspire greater loyalty by giving them meaningful objectives and the flexibility to tackle them creatively. Open lines of communication. Gen Z wants to have their voice heard. 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! Get your copy of The Future Begins with Z by Tim Elmore Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team
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6 Steps to Successful Personal Change (Part 2)
"You're responsible for the changes that you make in your life. But the good news is you can make the changes you need to make in your life." In this part 2 episode of our series on successful change, John is equipping you with the insight you need to pivot your performance for good! After John's lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow discuss his points to help you apply them directly for your life and leadership. Key takeaways: If change isn't awkward, it's not change. Celebrate small wins and learn from missteps. Count the cost of change, but don't lose sight of the immense rewards. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the 6 Steps to Successful Personal Change (Part 2) Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/SuccessfulChange 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! Accelerate your growth with the Maxwell Leadership app (start your 7-day free trial today with code PODCAST7!) Success: Keep it Simple Podcast Episode Live Life Rich Podcast Episode Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team
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6 Steps to Successful Personal Change (Part 1)
Where does change begin, and how can you make it last? This is the question at the heart of intentional growth – and in today's episode, John Maxwell has the answer for you! Tune in to learn 3 of the 6 steps to successful personal change. Stick around after John's lesson for Mark Cole's and Traci Morrow's insights designed to help you apply the lesson to your life and leadership! Key takeaways: One person cannot change another person. To change your outcomes, start by changing your thinking. Positive expectations are key to successful change. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the 6 Steps to Successful Personal Change (Part 1) Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/SuccessfulChange 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! Accelerate your growth with the Maxwell Leadership app (start your 7-day free trial today with code PODCAST7!) How to Increase Your Focus Podcast Episode Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team
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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