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Leading from the Middle of the Pack: Part 2
In many areas of life, the middle is the most miserable place to be. Where’s the worst seat on an airplane? The middle. Aisle seats are roomier, and easier to climb in and out of; window seats offer a better view along with a place to rest your head. What’s the most difficult stage of…
Read MoreLeading from the Middle of the Pack
Leadership is a choice you make rather than a place you sit. In other words, leadership comes from influence and not from your position. For this reason, even when you’re not in front, you’re still leading those around you. In fact, you are even influencing those ahead of you. In this lesson, I’d like to…
Read MoreGoing Beyond Talent: Four Cores of Character
Are you a person of character? According to John Maxwell in Beyond Talent, “The choice to develop strong character may not be the most important to make the most of your talent. But it is certainly the most important to make sure you don’t make the least of your talent.” 1 Character protects your talent…
Read MorePreparation Paves the Way for EQUIP World Relay
“Preparation positions people correctly, and it is often the separation between winning and losing. Talent-plus people who prepare well live by this motto: ‘All’s well that begins well.’”1 All leaders possess talent, but having the ability to recognize the power of preparation and “beginning well” is critical to getting the desired end result and the…
Read MoreGoing Beyond Talent: Eliminating 5 Enemies of Perseverance
“Perseverance begins with the right attitude – an attitude of tenacity. But the desire to persevere alone isn’t enough to keep most people going when they are tired or discouraged. Perseverance is a trait that can be cultivated. And the initial step to developing it is to eliminate its five greatest enemies.” 1 Perseverance requires…
Read MoreGoing Beyond Talent: How Practice Sharpens Your Talent
Few people make a decision to be committed to personal growth throughout their careers. Looking critically at yourself and improving is not easy. However, taking steps toward growth is one of the most important paths you can follow. According to John Maxwell in his book, Beyond Talent, “If you want to sum up what lifts…
Read MoreGoing Beyond Talent: 4 Points of Focus
In today’s culture, multi-tasking seems to trump the age of the craft. While multi-tasking can be beneficial, it can also move us away from focusing on what is important. “Focus does not come naturally to us, yet it is essential for anyone who wants to make the most of his talent. Having talent without focus…
Read MoreGoing Beyond Talent: How Initiative Activates Your Talent Based On The Success of Apple, Inc.
This week we began a series on our blog highlighting how going beyond talent can propel leaders forward. We started by explaining “How Belief Lifts Talent” through the lens of Tim Tebow. Today, we’re focusing on how “Initiative Activates Your Talent” based on the innovation and contribution of Apple, Inc. In 1980, Apple Co-Founder Steve…
Read MoreGoing Beyond Talent: How Belief Lifts Talent Through The Lens of Tim Tebow
At The John Maxwell Company, we want to inspire leaders to go beyond their talent. Talent is just the starting point for successful impact in any organization. Over the next few weeks, we will highlight various factors that hone a leader’s talent. In his book, Beyond Talent, John Maxwell writes “Belief in your mission will…
Read MoreA Leader’s Greatest Things
“What is the one thing I really need to know about leadership?” I’ve heard this question dozens of times from people eager to be influential but impatient with the slow road of diligent study and personal growth. My response never quite seems to satisfy them: “The one thing you need to know to become a…
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