John C. Maxwell
John C. Maxwell
levels littles titles
The only thing a title can buy is a little time-either to increase your level of influence with others or to undermine it.
inspirational desire add
Little did I realize that my desire to add value to others would be the thing that added value to me!
miracle size problem
The size of your miracle depends on the size of your problem.
moving-forward successful perfect
Successful people don’t wait for everything to be perfect to move forward.
hard-work should-have easy
Someone once defined hard work as the accumulation of the easy things you didn't do when you should have.
leader want ifs
If you want leaders, you must become a leader yourself!
love-you people position
You've got to love your people more than your position.
character speak display
You never display your character more clearly than when you speak about the character of others.
giving decision firsts
Give God the first part of every day. Give God the first day of every week. Give God the first portion of your income. Give God the first consideration in every decision. Give God the first place in your life.
distance often-is roots
Most people would rather change their circumstances to improve their lives when instead they need to change themselves to improve their circumstances. They put in just enough effort to distance themselves from their problems without ever trying to go after the root, which can often be found in themselves. Because they don't try to change the source of their problems, their problems keep coming back at them.
perspective important benefits
Ninety percent of those who fail are not actually defeated; they simply quit. ... As you face bad experiences, it's important for you to remember that you can rarely see the benefits while you're in the midst of them. You usually gain perspective on the other side of it.
reality people listening
When you are influential and highly respected, people tend to tell you what you want to hear, not what you need to hear. They are seeking your approval, or they flatter you. Unfortunately, this creates a gap between what you hear and reality. If you find yourself in that situation, you will need to work extra hard to get the people close to you to speak honestly into your life. And you will have to become highly intentional in observing and listening.
positive-thinking thinking
Positive thinking must be followed by positive doing.
letting-go mistake adversity
Those who profit from adversity possess a spirit of humility and are therefore inclined to make the necessary changes needed to learn from their mistakes, failures, and losses. ... When we are focused too much on ourselves, we lose perspective. Humility allows us to regain perspective and see the big picture. ... Humility allows us to let go of perfection and keep trying.