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“Remember, man does not live on bread alone: sometimes he needs a little buttering up.”
― John C. Maxwell

“To Stay Focused in Life:

You can't know everyone
You can't do everything
You can't go everywhere

We have to pick and choose between good and a little bit better.”
― John C. Maxwell

“Question for God every morning:

What is the main event today? What do you want me to focus on today?”
― John C. Maxwell

“Learn to say 'no' to the good so you can say 'yes' to the best.”
― John C. Maxwell

“Your attitude is like the minds paintbrush. It can paint everything in bright, vibrant colors-creating a masterspiece.”
― John C. Maxwell, Attitude 101: What Every Leader Needs to Know

“He who thinks he leads, but has no followers, is only taking a walk.”
― John Maxwell

“It's better to prepare than to repair.”
― John C. Maxwell, The 17 Indisputable Laws of Teamwork: Embrace Them and Empower Your Team

“People are never able to outperform their self-image.”
― John C. Maxwell, The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth: Live Them and Reach Your Potential

“Ideas have a short shelf life. You must act on them before the expiration date.”
― John C. Maxwell, Thinking for a Change: 11 Ways Highly Successful People Approach Life and Work

“Goals may give focus, but dreams give power.”
― John Maxwell

“God uses people who fail—'cause there aren't any other kind around.”
― John C. Maxwell, Failing Forward: Turning Mistakes into Stepping Stones for Success

“A person who knows how may always have a job, but the person who knows why will always be his boss.”
― John C. Maxwell, How Successful People Think: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life

“First, when we are busy, we naturally believe that we are achieving. But busyness does not equal productivity. Activity is not necessarily accomplishment. Second, prioritizing requires leaders to continually think ahead, to know what's important, to know what's next, to see how everything relates to the overall vision. That's hard work. Third, prioritizing causes us to do things that are at the least uncomfortable and sometimes downright painful.”
― John C. Maxwell, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: Follow Them and People Will Follow You

“There are no short cuts to any place worth going.”
― John Maxwell

“People who never see it—they are wanderers. People who see it but never pursue it on their own—they are followers. People who see it and pursue it—they are achievers. People who see it, pursue it, and help others see and pursue it—they are leaders.”
― John C. Maxwell, Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 Workbook

“If you will first help people get what they want, they will help you get what you want.”
― John C. Maxwell, Everyone Communicates, Few Connect: What the Most Effective People Do Differently

“Maturity does not always come with age; sometimes age comes alone.”
― John C. Maxwell, Everyone Communicates, Few Connect: What the Most Effective People Do Differently

“Value self-improvement above self-promotion. King Solomon of ancient Israel said, “Let instruction and knowledge mean more to you than silver or the finest gold. Wisdom is worth much more than precious jewels or anything else you desire.” Make your next career move based on how it will improve you personally rather than how it will enhance you financially.”
― John C. Maxwell, The Maxwell Daily Reader: 365 Days of Insight to Develop the Leader Within You and Influence Those Around You

“The Norwegians have a saying that I think captures their attitude: “There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing.”
― John C. Maxwell, The Maxwell Daily Reader: 365 Days of Insight to Develop the Leader Within You and Influence Those Around You

“Clear vision does wonders for a team, but it also does wonders for a leader. Among its greatest benefits are direction and passion. For leaders, vision sets direction for their lives. It’s like having a road map. It prioritizes both action and values, helping leaders remain focused. And it creates passion. It lights a fire within leaders that can spread to others. Perhaps that’s why Helen Keller, when asked what would be worse than being born blind, answered, “To have sight without vision.”
― John C. Maxwell, Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 Workbook

“SELF-RESPECT IS PRODUCED BY INNER TRIUMPHS, NOT EXTERNAL ONES.”
― John C. Maxwell, Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 Workbook

“So much of leadership relies on good character. Trust is created through it. Talent is protected by it. Internal peace is fostered by it.”
― John C. Maxwell, Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 Workbook

“Should I go ahead and buy that item or just save my money for a rainy day?”
― John C. Maxwell, Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 Workbook

“If my people learn to trust me, I’ll get their attention. But if I initiate trust in my people, I’ll get their action.”
― John C. Maxwell, Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 Workbook

“Should I have that extravagant dessert or call it quits for the night?” “Should I put in the extra effort here or just get by with the minimum amount required?”
― John C. Maxwell, Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 Workbook

“You will never achieve a dream or vision unless you own it. Furthermore, as a leader, you will not be able to get others to buy into a vision that you do not own.”
― John C. Maxwell, Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 Workbook

“look at the wisdom (and humor) found in this Chinese proverb: If you want happiness for an hour—take a nap. If you want happiness for a day—go fishing. If you want happiness for a month—get married. If you want happiness for a year—inherit a fortune. If you want happiness for a lifetime—help others.”
― John C. Maxwell, The Maxwell Daily Reader: 365 Days of Insight to Develop the Leader Within You and Influence Those Around You

“Children now log about twenty-two thousand hours watching television by age nineteen, more than twice the time spent in school.3”
― John C. Maxwell, Everyone Communicates, Few Connect: What the Most Effective People Do Differently

“And you will have greater credibility with your leader if you admit your shortcomings and refrain from making excuses.”
― John C. Maxwell, The 360 Degree Leader: Developing Your Influence from Anywhere in the Organization

“It’s easier to move from failure to success than from excuses to success.”
― John C. Maxwell, The 360 Degree Leader: Developing Your Influence from Anywhere in the Organization