What’s the difference between a leader and a manager? Well, there are quite a few. But one attribute that makes leaders stand out from managers is a leader's ability to motivate their team without using position. In this new series, John shares ten maxims for motivating the people you lead to accomplish the vision and goals of your organization. John has gathered these maxims from what he has experienced motivates others and motivates himself. Our BONUS resource for this series is the Maxims for Motivation Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Motivate and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” References:  The 5 Levels of Leadership by John C. Maxwell  The Mentor’s Guide to Building a Championship Team Audio Series by John C. Maxwell  Leadershift by John C. Maxwell The John Maxwell Online Store

Ten Maxims for Motivation (Part 1)

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In this BONUS episode, Maxwell Leadership Facilitator and Coach, Greg Cagle, chats with Mark Cole about The 4 Dimensions of Culture and how they impact the overall performance of an organization. They also highlight the significance of culture in navigating adversity and capturing opportunities. Greg shares that culture is about how we think, act, and interact, and that leaders have the responsibility to build the proper culture within their teams. The conversation concludes with a call to action for listeners to understand and define culture and to take steps to shape a better culture in their organizations.  You’re invited to learn more about this tool by joining Greg Cagle and Chris Goede on a virtual call about how The 4 Dimensions of Culture can take your team to the next level. Click here to sign up. References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store

The 4 Dimensions of Culture with Greg Cagle

This week is part 2 of our series on John Maxwell’s new book,  High Road Leadership! Last week, John talked about this journey in leadership and his passion for adding value to others through values-based, people-centric, servant leadership. This week, he discusses the need for leaders who bring people together instead of dividing them. He emphasizes the importance of valuing all people and treating them with kindness and respect.  Key takeaways:  Shared thinking and collaboration lead to better ideas and solutions. Leaders should be accountable for their actions and willing to admit mistakes. Equipping political leaders with the principles of high road leadership can bring about positive change.  Our BONUS resource for this series is the High Road Leadership Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/HighRoad and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your leadership journey by coaching others to be great leaders. Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team and join a community of difference-makers. References: Watch this episode on YouTube!  Pre-order High Road Leadership today! Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store

High Road Leadership (Part 2)

John Maxwell’s new book, High Road Leadership, releases this May! So, this week, we begin a new four-part series in which John and Mark shares some insight from the book as well as additional content not in the book! We’re releasing these episodes leading up to the book release, so be sure to pre-order your copy here, and get ready to learn what it means and how to be a High Road Leader! Key Insights: -       Why John has dedicated his life to leadership -       Highlights from John’s leadership journey -       John’s top 5 leadership books Our BONUS resource for this episode is the High Road Leadership Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/HighRoad and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Take the next step in your leadership 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  Pre-order your copy of High Road Leadership by John C. Maxwell today! Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store

High Road Leadership (Part 1)

  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 

Ten Maxims for Motivation (Part 1)

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