Maxwell Leadership Podcast Why Self-Awareness Sets Great Leaders Apart
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Dec 31, 2025 
In this enlightening discussion, leadership expert John C. Maxwell shares insights on the pivotal role of self-awareness in effective leadership. He emphasizes that knowing oneself authentically is crucial before interpreting complex situations. By inviting honest feedback and asking the right questions, leaders can uncover blind spots. Maxwell also recounts lessons learned from mentor Dan Cathy that illustrate how crises can reveal core values. Practical tips on seeking perspectives and turning self-awareness into accountability are highlighted, offering a roadmap for personal growth.
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Self-Awareness Precedes Situational Awareness
- You must know yourself before you can effectively lead others.
- Self-awareness is the prerequisite for situational awareness and real leadership growth.
Blind Spots Need Other People
- You can't fix what you're unaware of, so blind spots derail leaders.
- Others reveal blind spots by loving you enough to point them out, enabling growth.
Crisis Reveals, Doesn't Make
- Crisis doesn't make you stronger; it reveals who you already are.
- Values must be established before difficulty so they show up when tested.
