Maxwell Leadership Podcast

Today we’re excited to invite Mark Cole and John Maxwell’s good friend, Ron Simmons, onto the podcast. Ron has many years of leadership experience, and he shares some of the most important lessons he’s learned in his new book, Life Lessons from the Little Red Wagon. You, our listeners, should also be excited about this book because our very own Maxwell Leadership Thought Leader, Don Yaeger, worked on this book with Ron! And, we all know how great of a story-teller Don is.  So, if you want to learn how to take charge and create a path to success in your life and your leadership, don’t miss this episode, and be sure to grab your own copy of Ron’s book! Our BONUS resource for this episode is “The Little Red Wagon Worksheet,” which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from Mark and Ron’s discussion. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Wagon and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Life Lessons from the Little Red Wagon by Ron Simmons Learn more about Don Yaeger Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store

This week, we continue our two-part series on How to Have Job Security! During economic uncertainty, employees and leaders alike are asking two big questions: “How can I make sure my job is secure?”, and “Do I have the right people on my team?” This series will help you answer both questions! After John’s lesson, Mark Cole will be joined by Chris Goede to wrap up this series by offering practical ways that you can apply John’s principles to your own life and leadership. This is not an episode you’ll want to miss!  Our BONUS resource for this series is the “How to Have Job Security Worksheet,” which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Security and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” References: Watch this episode on YouTube! The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader (15% off with code PODCAST) Relevant Episode: Leaders Make It Happen Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store

This week, we begin a brand-new, two-part series on How to Have Job Security! This lesson is for two kinds of people:  1) People who want to be invaluable to their company 2) Leaders who want to recruit invaluable people to their company If my math is correct, that’s everyone on this planet in the workforce. Especially during times of economic uncertainty, job security and having the right people on your team is at the top of many employees’ and leaders’ minds.  So, today, John Maxwell is going to teach exactly how to embrace these skills. Then, after John’s lesson, Chris Goede and Mark Cole will share how they apply these values at Maxwell Leadership and how you can do the same. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the “How to Have Job Security Worksheet,” which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/security and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” References: Watch this episode on YouTube! The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader (15% off with code PODCAST) Relevant Episode: The Difference Between Successful and Unsuccessful People Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store

We have a very exciting episode for you today! John Maxwell joins Mark Cole to discuss John’s new book, The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication! You’ll learn how Mark has been a case study in the principles in this book throughout the years John has coached him to be a more effective communicator.  You’ll learn the importance of taking action, identifying your own shortcomings, and being authentic as a communicator. Plus, you’ll get the opportunity to purchase the book and join an exclusive three-session book club with John as he reveals the lessons and stories that helped him become an exceptional communicator! Our BONUS resource for this episode is the “16 Undeniable Laws of Communication Worksheet,” which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John and Mark’s conversation. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Action and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.”  References: Watch this episode on YouTube! The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication by John C. Maxwell Join the book club now! Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store

Today, John Maxwell is shares a lesson on The Optimistic Leader. You see, aligning yourself with an optimistic mindset can help you be a better leader and lead to greater levels of success in your organization. But applying optimism to your daily mindset is easier said than done. So, let John Maxwell show you the way.  After John’s lesson, Mark Cole and Becky Bursell reflect on how optimism has helped them become better leaders, and they share some practical ways you can apply this lesson to your own leadership.  Our BONUS resource for this episode is the “Optimistic Leader Worksheet,” which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Optimistic and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Failing Forward by John C. Maxwell (use code PODCAST at checkout for 15% off this week only) Relevant Series: Ordinary to Extraordinary Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store

As John Maxwell says in today’s lesson, “The more we grow, the more we know we need to grow.” As we develop ourselves, our awareness of the areas in which we need to improve expands. So, in today’s episode, John teaches something that author Ken Blanchard calls “the four development levels that move people from dependence to independence.”   In other words, these are the stages through which we become less dependent on what got us here and more focused on what will take us there. After John’s lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede discuss their own journeys from dependence to independence and how they are applying these principles at Maxwell Leadership.  Our BONUS resource for this episode is the “Dependence to Independence Worksheet,” which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Independent and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Good Leaders Ask Great Questions by John C. Maxwell (use code PODCAST at checkout for 15% off this week only) Check out the rest of our Maxwell Leadership family of Podcasts Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store

Today you are in for quite a treat because one of our Maxwell Leadership Thought Leaders, Valorie Burton, is going to teach you about how to coach yourself by asking five questions. These questions are ones that every resilient leaders asks themselves. If you’re not familiar with Valorie, she is a life strategist and world-renowned speaker. She is CEO of the Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute, as well as a Maxwell Leadership Thought Leader! She has written 13 books translated into several languages including Let Go of the Guilt, It’s About Time, and Successful Women Think Differently.   After Valorie’s lesson, Mark Cole will join her to discuss how we’re applying these principles at Maxwell Leadership and coaching ourselves to be more resilient leaders.  If you would like to download our BONUS resource for this episode, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from Valorie’s teaching, you can visit MaxwellPodcast.com/Coaching and click “Download the Bonus Resource.” References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Let Go of the Guilt by Valorie Burton (Use code PODCAST at checkout for 15% off this week only) Successful Women Think Differently by Valorie Burton Book Valorie Burton as a speaker or to coach your business Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store

John Maxwell says, “Leadership is influence––nothing more, nothing less.” Carly Fiorina says, “Leadership is problem solving.” John Quincy Adams said a leader is someone whose actions “inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more.” In other words, one of the greatest skills leaders possess is the ability to get things done––the ability to mobilize people and resources to achieve a common goal.  So, in today’s episode, we’re sharing a lesson from John Maxwell in which John teaches on the three main things that leaders make happen in order to achieve results. After John’s teaching, Mark Cole will be joined by Chris Goede to discuss John’s three points and how they actively apply them at Maxwell Leadership.  Our BONUS resource for this episode is the “Leaders Make It Happen Worksheet,” which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/MakeItHappen and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” Speaking of our Bonus Resource, we have recently updated our Bonus Resource Library so that you can find all of our free downloadable worksheets, newest to oldest, in one place! Just go to any of our show pages and click the Bonus Resource button in order to gain access to this updated library! References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Buy John’s brand-new book The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication Relevant Episode: How Leaders Find Common Ground Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store

Podcast family! We have a very special episode for you today! On March 13th, 1,800 growth-minded leaders and coaches gathered together in Orlando, FL for Personal Growth Day. And, we recorded a live podcast that, if applied, has the potential to change your life. Not kidding!  In this episode, John Maxwell teaches on the Potential Question, which asks, “How far can I go?” Then, three of our Program Advisors join Mark to dive into John’s lesson and talk about how they help people discover their potential and embrace their passion. Plus, you’ll get invited to become one of our Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Members! Don’t miss this one! Our BONUS resource for this episode is “The Potential Question” Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellLeadership.com/Podcast. References: Watch this episode on YouTube! MaxwellLeadership.com/JoinTheTeam Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store

What’s the difference between successful and unsuccessful people? Success and failure are two of the most powerful motivators in a leader’s life. We all strive to become successful in our own ways, but sometimes it can seem like we're doomed to fail no matter what we do.  So, in this episode John Maxwell teaches the three major differences between successful and unsuccessful people. Then Becky Bursell and Mark Cole dig deeper into John’s lesson and why this lesson is valuable for anyone who is looking to improve their outlook and understanding of what it takes to be successful. You’ll also gain invaluable application to help you put yourself on the path to success.  Our BONUS resource for this episode is the “Difference Between Successful and Unsuccessful People Worksheet,” which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Successful and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.” References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Pre-order The 16 Undeniable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell Relevant Episode: The Self-Aware Leader Sign up for the Maxwell Leadership Growth Plan Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store