Maxwell Leadership Podcast

How to Close the Thinking Gap

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Jun 11, 2025
Discover how to close the 'thinking gap' that separates success from struggle. Emphasizing the power of mindset, leaders learn to focus on possibilities rather than problems. The discussion highlights the shift from reactive problem-solving to implementing lasting solutions. Personal stories underscore the value of creativity and adaptability in leadership. You'll gain insights into maintaining focus amidst distractions and the importance of core values in making impactful changes. Equip yourself with practical strategies for growth!
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ANECDOTE

Working for Free to Succeed

  • John Maxwell shares his father's story of working for free during the Depression to eventually get paid jobs.
  • This example illustrates how thinking differently in crisis creates success while others wait for help.
ADVICE

Focus on Outcomes Not Details

  • Focus your thinking on the desired outcome, not on minute details or the process.
  • This shift enables bigger picture leadership and empowers teams to handle execution.
ADVICE

Practice Possibility Thinking

  • Practice giving yourself permission to think about possibilities instead of probabilities.
  • Surround yourself with bigger thinkers and hold yourself accountable by measuring your ideas.
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