Recently ESPN released a 10-part documentary on Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls entitled “The Last Dance.” John Maxwell watched this series and gleaned several important leadership lessons that he shares with you here on the podcast. Mark Cole and Chris Goede join in for the application portion of the episode to talk about championing the people around you to accomplish great things together. Chris Goede shares what he’s learned about leadership from his years of playing football in both the college and professional arenas.   Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Last Dance Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/LastDance and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” References:  Watch the full video of John’s lesson here  Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 by John C. Maxwell  Episode 1: Winning Is an Inside Job JohnMaxwellSpeaker.com The John Maxwell Online Store

Leadership Lessons from Michael Jordan's "The Last Dance"

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  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:   Watch this episode on YouTube!     Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team    No Limits: Blow the Cap Off Your Capacity by John C. Maxwell (use code PODCAST at checkout for 15% off this week only)   Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan    Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store     

Do You Have What It Takes (Part 2)

  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:    Watch this episode on YouTube!     No Limits: Blow the Cap Off Your Capacity by John C. Maxwell (use code PODCAST at checkout for 15% off this week only)    Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team   Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan    Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store 

Do You Have What It Takes (Part 1)

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.” 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! CLICK HERE for this episode’s special gift for our first 300 listeners! (Use code STARTTODAY for 30 days free of Growth Plan Pro!) Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store

Episode 300! Looking Back At Your Favorite Episodes

 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.”  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 Leader’s Greatest Return Online Course for only $99! (reg. $499) Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store

Give Your Best to Your Best

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.” 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! Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team  The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell (use code podcast for 15% off this week only) Become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member! Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store

Leadership Lessons from Michael Jordan's "The Last Dance"

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