The Quote of the Day Show | Daily Motivational Talks 2237 | John C. Maxwell: "Winners Act Before They Feel It, Whiners Wait to Feel it Before They Act.”
Aug 4, 2025
John C. Maxwell, a renowned leadership expert and author of over 70 books, shares his profound insights on personal growth. He emphasizes the Law of Consistency, revealing that motivation is just the starting block—discipline is what fuels true progress. Through personal stories, John contrasts the attitudes of winners who act decisively and whiners who hesitate. He encourages listeners to show up persistently, regardless of challenges, underscoring that commitment and perseverance lead to real success.
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Show Up and Improve Consistently
- Keep showing up consistently even if you start poorly or face negative feedback.
- Use early stages to practice, as few are watching and improvement comes with persistence.
Motivation vs Discipline
- Motivation starts action but does not sustain growth; discipline maintains progress.
- Winners act before they feel motivated; whiners wait to feel it before acting.
Act First, Feel Later
- Most important actions in life aren't preceded by feelings; waiting to feel ready causes delay.
- Winners do things first and then feelings follow, unlike whiners who wait for feelings first.
