The Quote of the Day Show | Daily Motivational Talks 2246 | John C. Maxwell: "Too Many Leaders Want the Perks of Leadership without Paying the Price.”
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Aug 15, 2025 
John C. Maxwell, a renowned leadership expert and author of 'The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership,' shares profound insights on what it truly means to lead. He discusses The Law of Victory, emphasizing that great leaders must possess a relentless drive to win, drawing inspiration from legends like Michael Jordan and Winston Churchill. Maxwell illustrates the vital importance of accountability and how leaders must embrace responsibility for their team's success. He also reflects on the transformative power of a winning mindset, urging listeners to commit fully to their leadership journey.
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Victory Is A Nonnegotiable Mindset
- Victorious leaders refuse to accept alternatives to winning and pursue whatever it takes to achieve victory.
- John Maxwell frames victory as a mindset driving relentless pursuit and resourcefulness.
Michael Jordan Willed The Championship
- John Maxwell uses Michael Jordan's final-minute scoring to illustrate willpower overriding doubt.
- Jordan's intensity and focus are shown as the decisive factor that won the championship.
Larry Bird Demanded The Ball
- Maxwell recounts Larry Bird insisting, "Get me the ball and get out of my way," to highlight leader decisiveness.
- The coach relented and Bird's confidence illustrated leadership that demands victory.