Maxwell Leadership Podcast

Momentum Breakers vs. Momentum Makers (Part 2)

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Momentum can either make or break you, so how can you become someone who utilizes momentum in their leadership? This week, we're continuing our two...

Momentum Breakers vs. Momentum Makers (Part 1)

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Momentum has the power to be your greatest asset, but not having momentum has the power to be your biggest enemy. So, what makes and breaks momentu...

4 Qualities of a Team Player

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever asked the question, "What does a team player look like?" this episode is for you! This week on the Maxwell Leadership Podcast, John ...

The Leadership Shift from Managing People to Developing People

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Cole invites Matt Tresidder, CEO and co-founder of Leadr, to share his journey and the importance of feedback and people development in leaders...

Significance and Selfishness

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you taking the road of significance, or are you taking the road of selfishness? In today's episode of the Maxwell Leadership Podcast, John C. M...

Overcoming Instead of Being Overcome (Part 2)

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we're finishing our two-part series on overcoming instead of being overcome! Last week, John C. Maxwell shared the first two R's that pe...

Overcoming Instead of Being Overcome (Part 1)

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When difficult times happen in life or in leadership, it can be tempting to want to give up instead of keep going. That's why on today's episode of...

Success - Keep It Simple

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Simplicity is the key to communicating direction clearly and effectively to those you lead. So, the question is, what does "simple" look like in l...

Leadership Blind Spots

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Even though having blind spots is a normal part of life, there's a choice that everyone has to make: are you going to acknowledge the areas that you ...

Leaving a Legitimate Leadership Legacy

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what legacy you'll be leaving behind to those around you? In this episode, John C. Maxwell shares four standards that you ca...

Platitudes and Attitudes

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As John C. Maxwell says, "One of the greatest values of mentors is the ability to see ahead what others cannot see and to help them navigate a course ...

How to Lead in Difficult Times

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How would you handle yourself and others in times of crisis? Today's episode will not only help you answer that but will also help you navigate lead...

Questions to Ask the Leader in the Mirror

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In leadership, it's important to take a step back and ask a few key questions that will help you reflect on where you've been and then look forward t...

High Road Leadership (Part 4)

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we conclude our four-part series on John Maxwell's new book, High Road Leadership! John Maxwell discusses the concept of emotional capacity...

High Road Leadership (Part 3)

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are just one week away from John Maxwell's newest book launch, High Road Leadership: Bringing People Together In a World that Divides. This week, ...

The 4 Dimensions of Culture with Greg Cagle

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this BONUS episode, Maxwell Leadership Facilitator and Coach, Greg Cagle, chats with Mark Cole about The 4 Dimensions of Culture and how they impac...

High Road Leadership (Part 2)

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week is part 2 of our series on John Maxwell's new book, High Road Leadership! Last week, John talked about this journey in leadership and his p...

High Road Leadership (Part 1)

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John Maxwell's new book, High Road Leadership, releases this May! So, this week, we begin a new four-part series in which John and Mark shares some i...

Do You Have What It Takes (Part 2)

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever asked the question, "Do I have what it takes?", this episode is for you! This week, John C. Maxwell, Mark Cole, and Traci Morrow cont...

Do You Have What It Takes (Part 1)

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

So, you're starting something new? I bet one big question rolling around in your mind is, "Do I have what it takes?" This week, John C. Maxwell, Mar...

Episode 300! Looking Back At Your Favorite Episodes

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thank you for 300 episodes of the Maxwell Leadership Podcast! We have a special episode today to celebrate this milestone! We will be highlighting key...

Give Your Best to Your Best

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In order to raise up leaders, you have to give the best of yourself to your best people! This week, John Maxwell teaches about how to raise up good l...

Making Great Decisions (Part 2)

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Leadership hinges on the quality of decisions we make, and in today's discussion, John Maxwell brings to light the traps that threaten our decision-ma...

Making Great Decisions (Part 1)

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The better the decisions you make, the more impact you will have in your life and in the lives of those you lead. This week, John Maxwell, Mark Cole, ...

Experience Breakthrough (Part 2)

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Breakthroughs are transformative moments that shape and empower our lives. These breakthroughs often come when we challenge our limits, confront our f...

Experience Breakthrough (Part 1)

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we kick off a two-part series on Experiencing Breakthrough! Breakthrough is the thing that separates who you are from who you want to be. A...

How to Hire the Right People

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jim Collins said, "People are not your most important asset; the right people are." So, this week, John Maxwell teaches how to hire the right people. ...

Think Ahead with Craig Groeschel

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have a special episode for you today! That's because Mark Cole is joined by John Maxwell's good friend, Craig Groeschel. Craig hosts an amazing po...

10 Secrets to Success (Part 2)

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, John Maxwell, Chris Goede and Mark Cole continue a two-part series on 10 secrets to success. After John's lesson, Mark and Chris join to discus...

10 Secrets to Success (Part 1)

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Maxwell Leadership Podcast, we begin a two-part series on 10 Secrets to Success. After John Maxwell's lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede j...

Value the Process

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, John Maxwell teaches how to value the process when it comes to developing others. After John's lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow join to d...

The Heart of Leadership

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, John Maxwell teaches about the heart of leadership––serving people. John will share five guidelines on how to serve people well, then M...

How to Improve Every Day

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year, Podcast Family! Let's start this year off right with an inspiring lesson from John Maxwell. Today, John will teach you ten ways to ens...

Your Year in Review 2023

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time of the year, and we're excited to bring you something truly special for our Christmas episode on the Maxwell Leadership Podcast. This y...

Goal-Oriented to Growth-Oriented (Part 2)

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When you're a growth-oriented person, there is no finish line! This week, John Maxwell, Traci Morrow, and Mark Cole continue a two-part series on how ...

Goal-Oriented to Growth-Oriented (Part 1)

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Stop asking, "How long will this take?" Start asking, "How far can I go?" This week, John Maxwell, Traci Morrow, and Mark Cole begin a two-part series...

The Growing Leader

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, John Maxwell teaches three essential areas in which leaders need to grow and stretch in order to become the best leader for their people. After...

The Grounded Leader

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

John C. Maxwell teaches you three qualities of a grounded leader. After John's lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow discuss practical ways you can apply...

Who to Invite to Your Leadership Table

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Here in the U.S., we're one day away from Thanksgiving! This is a holiday where those closest to us gather together and reflect on the things we're gr...

How Great Coaches Communicate

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, John Maxwell teaches us how great coaches communicate! Whether you coach in sports, in business, or even in your family, this episode...

Things That Don't Require Talent (Part 2)

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Cole and Chris Goede continue their series in which John Maxwell teaches five things that don't require talent. These are five things that every ...

Things That Don't Require Talent (Part 1)

01 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today Mark Cole and Chris Goede begin a new two-part series in which John Maxwell teaches five things that don't require talent. These are characteris...

Leadership Expectations

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Many leaders inadvertently let external factors influence their lives. But, when we align our personal expectations for ourselves and others, we chart...

I Can't Wait with Tim Elmore

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Mark Cole talks with Tim Elmore about his latest book, I Can't Wait: 52 Stories of Kids Who Changed Their World...That You Can Read Togethe...

Be the One with Justin Prince

13 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We have an exciting bonus episode for you today! In this episode, Mark Cole talks with Justin Price about his new book Be the One: The Universal Road...

Bigger on the Inside

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, John Maxwell shares how leaders can be bigger on the inside than they are on the outside. John says that when you're bigger on the inside t...

Love + Work with Marcus Buckingham

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Marcus Buckingham is back on the Maxwell Leadership Podcast! Join Marcus and Chris Goede as they discuss Marcus' new book, Love + Work, and get a snea...

Born to Shine with Kendra Scott

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are thrilled to introduce you to our guest this week, Kendra Scott. Kendra is a celebrated fashion designer and businesswoman known for founding th...

Leveling Up with Ryan Leak

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Mark Cole is delighted to be joined by Ryan Leak, an accomplished author, speaker, leadership coach, and filmmaker. Ryan captivated our aud...

How Leaders Make the Tough Call

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

John Maxwell shares eight ways to help leaders like you navigate making your next tough decision. This could be exactly what you need for breakthrough...

Leadership Landmines (Part 2)

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Cole and Chris Goede continue our series on Leadership Landmines. Last week John Maxwell taught the first 5 landmines, and this week he'll teach ...

Leadership Landmines (Part 1)

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Cole and Chris Goede begin a new series in which John Maxwell teaches on 10 Leadership Landmines. These are areas of leadership that, if neglecte...

A Leadership Attitude Adjustment

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, John Maxwell shares four thoughts on how leaders need to adjust their attitude to create powerful, positive change in their organizations and c...

Become an Invaluable Leader: Live with Don Yaeger

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you're a sports enthusiast, a leader looking for new perspectives, or simply seeking inspiration to become an invaluable leader, this episode ...

Atomic Habits with James Clear

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are so excited to bring you this special episode of the Maxwell Leadership Podcast in which we invite James Clear, author of Atomic Habits, to disc...

Communicate Like a Leader: Live with Roddy Galbraith

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the third of four stops on our Maxwell Leadership City Tour, Mark Cole and international speaker and communication expert, Roddy Galbraith, talk ab...

Make Your Future Bigger Than Your Past

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, John Maxwell shares five thoughts on how to make your future bigger than your past. Then, Traci Morrow joins Mark Cole to talk about ...

A Minute to Think with Juliet Funt

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Juliet Funt joins the podcast to talk about how to unleash your talent by eliminating unnecessary busywork. Mark Cole dives in with Juliet to d...

Developing the Entrepreneur Within You: Live with Chris Robinson

12 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to embrace, develop, and grow the entrepreneur within you! This week, Mark Cole is joined by speaker and EVP of Entrepreneurial Solutions Gr...

The Power of a Positive Mind: Live with Valorie Burton

05 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Mark Cole is joined by Maxwell Leadership Thought Leader, author, and life coach Valorie Burton to discuss the power of a positive mi...

Living Life Usefully

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

John Maxwell teaches three factors that determine if you are living life usefully. After John's lesson, Chris Goede joins Mark Cole to talk about help...

Ten Stages of a Successful Dream (Part 2)

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, John Maxwell teaches part two of Ten Stages of a Successful Dream. After John's lesson, Traci Morrow joins Mark Cole to talk about helpful ways...

Ten Stages of a Successful Dream (Part 1)

14 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

John Maxwell teaches part one of a new two-part series on 10 stages of a successful dream. After John's lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow join to tal...

Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, John Maxwell is going to teach you ten ways to constructively face your fears.  A few key points from this lesson:       Most fear is not...

How to Put People In Their Place

31 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're talking about how to put people in their place. No, not like that! This is about how to put the right people in the right place in your or...

Life Lessons from the Little Red Wagon with Ron Simmons

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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, an...

How to Have Job Security (Part 2)

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 qu...

How to Have Job Security (Part 1)

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 inval...

The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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'l...

The Optimistic Leader

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Moving from Dependence to Independence

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 w...

5 Questions Every Resilient Leader Asks Themselves

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 you...

Leaders Make It Happen

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

John Maxwell says, "Leadership is influence––nothing more, nothing less." Carly Fiorina says, "Leadership is problem solving." John Quincy Adams s...

The Potential Question (Live at Personal Growth Day)

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

The Difference Between Successful and Unsuccessful People

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 a...

Leaders Go First

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we have a special episode that you, our listeners, requested! We got so much great feedback from you last month about our episode with our very ...

Using Time or Abusing Time with Lisa Zeeveld

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our lives can be defined by the way we spend our time. So, it's important to ask ourselves, "Am I using my time or abusing my time?" Today on the podc...

How to Deal with Discouragement

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're talking about something that every person experiences in their lifetime, but not everyone knows how to deal with it. We're talking about ...

Start with Yourself

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to life and leadership, one of the wisest pieces of advice comes from John Maxwell: "You have to start with yourself." At first glance, ...

How Leaders Find Common Ground

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, you're going to learn how to bridge relational and perspective gaps between you and the people you lead. In this episode, John Maxwell shares o...

A Winner's Mindset (Part 2)

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we continue our two-part series on a Winner's Mindset. If you missed part one, be sure to go back and learn about continually growing every da...

A Winner's Mindset (Part 1)

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anybody else out there find it hard to believe January is already over? When time seems to fly like this, it often makes us pause and reflect and ask,...

Vision Is a Team Sport

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today is a very special episode because, for the first time ever, today's lesson will be brought to you by one of our very own Maxwell Leadership Thou...

Get Intentional With Your Growth

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that growth is the only guarantee that tomorrow will be better? Whether you've heard John Maxwell say that 1 time or 1,000 times, it's tr...

Creating a Climate for Creative Thinking

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Whenever we're faced with problems and challenges that we've never navigated before, we need to leverage our most creative thinkers. But creativi...

Change Starts with You

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year, podcast family! We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season, and we hope you're excited for all that this year holds for you. The ...

Value Your Values

28 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As you will learn in this lesson, values determine the foundation of your team. That means whatever you hope for for your team, organization, fami...

Chapter 1: A New Kind of Diversity by Tim Elmore

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been listening to the podcast over the past few years, you know that we like to do something special for our listeners on our Christmas epis...

Great Leaders Are Great Teachers (Part 2)

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Last week we learned that great teachers know it's all about the student. They even know their students as well as their material. In this episode, Jo...

Great Leaders Are Great Teachers (Part 1)

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The best teachers show you where to look without telling you what to see. This week we're starting a new series on how great leaders are great teacher...

Three Words that Enhance Continual Learning

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As John Maxwell says often, "Success is not a destination, it's a journey." That means that leaders never arrive. They never cross a finish line becau...

How to Gather Great People Around You

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As most of you know, tomorrow is Thanksgiving in the U.S. In fact, if you're listening to this episode on the day it releases, today is one of the big...

Transferring the Vision to the Heart and the Head

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When your people understand the vision, it gives them direction and confidence. These are two critical elements if you and your team want to create...

How to Handle Resistance (Part 2)

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Last week, we talked about how resistance is inevitable, and how to leverage your team through resistance. This week, John Maxwell concludes his ...

How to Handle Resistance (Part 1)

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're talking about something that every leader has experienced, is currently experiencing, and will experience throughout their life. We're...

Impact Players with Liz Wiseman

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's leaders like you who help us make an impact in our world. So, it's our joy each and every week to have you learn and grow with us as leaders. Thi...

The Leader Who Motivates

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're talking about Motivation. Leaders who are skilled at motivating their people have higher employee retention, see more success in their bu...

Not In It to Win It with Andy Stanley

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Great leadership rests on a great irony––to lead you must serve. To be first, you must be last. This week, we have a necessary, yet uncomfortable ...

Leadership Limitations: Can You Lead Everyone? (Part 2)

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we continue our series on Leadership Limitations! Last week, in part one, John Maxwell shared the four major factors that determine the lim...

Leadership Limitations: Can You Lead Everyone? (Part 1)

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you think great leaders have the ability to lead anyone and everyone? The answer may surprise you. You see, there are factors that limit how far ot...