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The School of Greatness

THESE are the CHARACTER Traits Of Irresistible People | John Maxwell

Sep 18, 2023
In a captivating discussion, John Maxwell, a New York Times bestselling author and founder of Maxwell Leadership, explores the traits that make individuals irresistible. He emphasizes the power of vulnerability in leadership, distinguishing magnetic leaders from toxic ones. Maxwell highlights the importance of building genuine connections, driven by curiosity and service. He shares personal anecdotes about overcoming assumptions in leadership and the critical role of effective communication. The conversation encourages listeners to focus on meaningful relationships and lifelong personal growth.
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  • Effective communication requires getting over oneself and focusing on the audience.
  • Living a life of significance and serving others leads to deep fulfillment.

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Casting a Vision and Connecting with People

One of the speaker's greatest leadership strengths is the ability to cast a vision that people want to be a part of. The speaker believes that success in leadership comes from being able to connect with people when speaking. A key aspect of effective communication is focusing on the audience and not being self-consumed. By getting over oneself and putting the audience first, the speaker finds that connection and engagement with the audience improves.

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