Maxwell Leadership Podcast Leadership Rhythm: When to Push, Pull, or be Patient
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Aug 13, 2025 
John Maxwell, a renowned leadership expert, shares insights on the rhythm of effective leadership. He explains when to push for immediate results, when to pull for long-term growth, and the importance of patience in guiding teams. Listeners will learn how to balance these strategies and the significance of personal connections in leadership. Maxwell emphasizes the need to understand individual team dynamics and adapt your approach for better collaboration. The conversation is packed with practical advice to enhance personal leadership styles.
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Leadership Is A Rhythm
- Leadership rhythm blends push, pull, and patience into a repeating pattern of change and movement.
- Effective leaders shift between motivating, encouraging, and waiting depending on the person and moment.
Steve Babby’s Dance Lesson
- John tells a story about a friend, Steve Babby, who had no rhythm during dance lessons.
- The teacher told Steve that just walking on the floor was an accomplishment, illustrating different natural rhythms.
Push To Create Pioneers
- Push people to what's before them to make pioneers and move them out of comfort zones.
- Use motivating pushes when tasks require stepping into new territory or higher performance.
