episode-header-image

Apr 2025

29m 31s

Reflect Instead of React

About this episode

Up next

Success and Gratitude: Why Great Leaders Revisit Where They Came From

How do great leaders keep success from breeding entitlement? In this week's episode, John Maxwell teaches why revisiting where you came from—and cultivating gratitude—creates the stable foundation every leader needs to rise higher. After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede disc ... Show More

Leaders Who Get the Most Give the Most

Anne Frank said, "None has ever become poor by giving." In this week's episode, John Maxwell unpacks the three types of generosity that set extraordinary leaders apart and reveal the true path to influential leadership. After his lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow share practical ... Show More

The Growth Guarantee (Part 2)

What separates leaders who keep expanding their impact from those who quietly plateau? In this week's episode, John Maxwell continues revealing the promises and pitfalls on the path to continual, intentional growth. After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Robinson share how to reco ... Show More

Recommended Episodes

2213 | John C. Maxwell: "In Your Strength Zone, Do Your Homework. In Your Weakness, Take Shortcuts.”

Leadership legend John C. Maxwell shares the power of feedback, deliberate practice, and studying great communicators to master the art of connection. From childhood lessons to mentoring insights, Maxwell outlines what it takes to truly engage and inspire others on your leadershi ... Show More

#172: How Self Reflection Can Change Your Life With Heather!

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Practices for self reflection The roadmap to achieving growth Focusing on the outcome you want, not the situation you're in Resources: Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com If you haven't yet, g ... Show More

S3 Ep11 - Reflection & Adaptation

In our drive to be productive, it’s easy to miss out on one essential step: reflection. Often, we focus on doing more and checking things off without truly understanding our progress or the adjustments that might lead to deeper fulfillment and ease in our work.In the final episod ... Show More

Stillness with Brian Rashid

<p>Instead of acting reflexively to fix a problem once you've identified it, the best thing to do is nothing, and reflect.</p> <p><em>Are you liking the short tips and practical advice on this podcast? You can find more ways to build a fulfilling future and take action toward you ... Show More

1806 | John Maxwell: “If People Only Follow You Because They Have to, They Will Never Give You Their Best.”

On today’s episode, John Maxwell discussed how merely having a leadership title or position does not make you a leader. Leadership is something that must be deliberately developed.Source: The Five Levels Of Leadership_Pt.1 - Banking Career Leadership Conference | Dr. John C. Maxw ... Show More

2223 | John C. Maxwell: “Maturity Doesn’t Always Accompany Age. Sometimes Age Comes Alone.”

Leadership legend John C. Maxwell shares the life-changing lesson that growth is never automatic — it’s intentional. In this powerful episode, Maxwell reflects on how a single question about personal growth altered his life forever. Discover why your future depends on what you do ... Show More

Q&A with John Maxwell: Inside His Best Quotes

<p>John Maxwell said it best: “Everything rises and falls on leadership.” In today’s episode of the Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast, Craig and John talk about some of John's most powerful quotes and principles from a lifetime of leadership. </p><p>Watch video and download the ... Show More

#317: Leading Beyond Your Direct Reports

In this episode of the Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast, the hosts discuss the importance of leading beyond direct reports and the concept of 360-degree leadership. They emphasize the need for building relationships, effective communication, and fostering an abundance mindset ... Show More

35. Leading From The Hot Seat: How To Communicate Under Pressure

<p>“I say sometimes that leadership is a journey into yourself. It’s self-renewal, self-reflection, self-confidence. It’s going to bed kind of scratching your head and saying, “Man, I’m not as good,” and waking up the next morning and trying it again — and I think that’s what mat ... Show More