Maxwell Leadership Podcast

How you see your world determines the actions you take and the results you create—what lens are you using to view your leadership? In this week's episode, John Maxwell unpacks how your perspective shapes your impact, and reveals four keys to developing a leadership lens that drives lasting effectiveness.

After John's lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Robinson dive deep into practical ways you can shift your perspective and model impactful leadership behaviors in your daily life.

Key takeaways: 

The most important voice you listen to is your own—guard your self-talk and ensure it builds you up rather than tears you down. 


Realistic perspective is essential at every stage of success; leaders must walk slowly through the crowd, listen, and learn to stay grounded. 


It's not enough to do what's best for yourself—great leadership means aligning actions with good values so everyone wins.


Our BONUS resource for this episode is the The Leadership Lens: How You View Things is How You Do Things Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Lens and clicking "Download the Bonus Resource."

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What You Focus on Expands (Parts 1 & 2) Podcast Episodes

Acknowledge Your Humanness Podcast Episode

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Failure can either hold you back or become fuel for your growth. In this week's episode — the Maxwell Leadership Podcast's 400th episode! — John Maxwell joins Mark Cole for a glimpse into John's upcoming book, How to Get a Return on Failure, and a perspective-shifting discussion on how you can invest failure to fuel resilience, sharpen your judgment, and accelerate your impact.

Key takeaways: 

Your response to failure determines whether it becomes an asset or a liability.

Success and failure must be kept together; embracing both builds resilience and humility for lasting leadership.

Progress isn't about avoiding mistakes—it's about learning, improving, and moving on with greater wisdom each time.


Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Episode 400: How to Use Failure for Success Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/400 and clicking "Download the Bonus Resource."

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Last week, John Maxwell shared three of his six insights for surrounding yourself with people who can accelerate your growth journey. In this week's episode, John Maxwell is revealing the last three, so you can get yourself around great people! 

After his lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow unpack John's lesson so you can apply these principles in your own leadership.

Key takeaways: 

Being unforgettable isn't about showing off—it's about finding innovative ways to serve others and do for them what they can't do for themselves. 


True vision matures when you move from "me" to "we," inviting participation and building energy that attracts great people to your cause. 


Leadership influence grows when your inner character and spirit outshine outward achievements.


Our BONUS resource for this episode is the How to Surround Yourself with Great People (Part 2) Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/GreatPeople and clicking "Download the Bonus Resource."

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5 Ways to Win With People Podcast Episode

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Who are you intentionally inviting into your growth journey? The company you keep could be your greatest accelerator—or your greatest limitation. In this week's episode, John Maxwell teaches how to surround yourself with great people by unveiling the disciplines and mindsets that attract high-potential leaders to your circle. 

After his lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow share real-life strategies you can use right now to elevate your relationships and leverage the power of your network for exponential growth.

Key takeaways: 

Your desire for greatness—and action toward it—opens doors to impactful relationships and opportunities. 


If you want to grow, you must proactively put yourself where great people are and immerse yourself in environments that challenge and affirm you. 


Success is sustained by consistently practicing the habits of great people, not just admiring their accomplishments.


Our BONUS resource for this episode is the How to Surround Yourself with Great People (Part 1) Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/GreatPeople and clicking "Download the Bonus Resource."

Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. Click here to speak with a Program Advisor today! 

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How to Embrace Intentional Living Podcast Episode

Your Motives Matter Podcast Episode

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What defines the world you create with your leadership? In this week's episode, John Maxwell reveals the ten guiding principles that have anchored his life and success for more than four decades! 

After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Robinson dive into real-life strategies that help you put John's principles to work in your own leadership journey. 

Key takeaways: 

Your attitude is a daily choice that sets the ceiling for your potential. 


Personal growth always precedes professional advancement; who you are determines how far you can go. 


Helping others succeed opens doors for your own success and builds lasting, meaningful relationships.


Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Principles that Guide Your Life Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Principles and clicking "Download the Bonus Resource."

Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. Click here to speak with a Program Advisor today!

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The Foundation of a Leader Podcast Episode 

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