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John Maxwell

Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast

In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede discuss the transition from being an individual contributor to becoming a leader. They provide practical tips for soloists to prepare themselves for leadership roles, such as leading without a title, building relationships, and managing themselves effectively. They also encourage soloists to let go of being the expert and celebrate team wins, fostering an abundance mentality. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of studying leadership, asking questions, and seeking feedback to enhance personal growth and influence. The episode offers valuable insights for individual contributors looking to develop their leadership skills and increase their impact within their organizations.
 
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#366: Soloist to Conductor – What’s a Soloist to Do?

Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore the concept of the multi-hat leader and the importance of adapting to different leadership situations. They outline four essential hats—coach, advisor, leader, and mentor—and share insights on when and how to switch between them. Drawing from personal experiences, they offer practical advice for overcoming the challenges of wearing multiple hats and choosing the right one to lead effectively.
 
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#365: The Multi-hat Leader

In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore the importance of team unity and how leaders can drive it within their organizations. They discuss the need for leaders to define what unity looks like in terms of behaviors and actions, setting a shared expectation for the team. They also suggest ways leaders can build trust and vulnerability among team members, such as having each person share their strengths, areas for improvement, and personal stories. Additionally, they propose creating a team agreement or unity charter that outlines how team members will communicate, handle disagreements, and support each other, even when not in the same room. Throughout the episode, Goede and Holley provide practical tips and insights to help leaders foster a strong, cohesive team culture that drives performance and success.
 
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#364: How Do Leaders Drive Team Unity?

In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore the importance of critical thinking for leaders. They explain how critical thinking helps leaders enhance their problem-solving skills, make informed decisions, and communicate more effectively. The hosts also share practical tips for developing critical thinking skills, such as asking thoughtful questions, evaluating information sources, and considering multiple perspectives. Additionally, they encourage leaders to engage in diverse conversations and embrace uncertainty as part of the critical thinking process.
 
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#363: What Were You Thinking?

In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore how leaders can develop confidence in themselves and their abilities. They share insights from Bill Belichick's book, The Art of Winning, which emphasizes the importance of preparation, mastering details, and owning mistakes in building confidence. They also discuss the value of creating challenging scenarios for teams to help them perform under pressure and be ready to respond in real-world situations. Furthermore, they examine the paradox of balancing confidence with humility, noting that while confidence earns followers, humility earns trust. The episode offers practical strategies and a thought-provoking perspective on cultivating authentic confidence as a leader.
 
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#362: Developing Confidence as a Leader

Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore gravitas as a key element of leadership presence and influence. They share practical ways to develop it—building self-awareness, communicating with confidence and humility, and staying calm under pressure. With consistency and integrity, leaders can inspire trust, command attention, and strengthen connections with their teams.
 
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#361: Gravitas That Drives Connection

In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore strategies for working effectively with complicated people. They discuss the importance of seeing individuals as people rather than problems and offer practical tools for fostering collaboration and understanding. They also emphasize the role of clear communication in reducing friction and frustration when working with difficult colleagues. Additionally, they highlight the value of setting boundaries to protect time, energy, and productivity while still maintaining positive working relationships.
 
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#360: Can You Really Work with Complicated People?

In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore the concept of balancing the push and pull of leadership. They discuss the importance of building positive relationships, demonstrating technical competence, and showing consistency in order to establish trust with team members. The hosts explain the dangers of focusing too heavily on either the push (driving for results) or the pull (inspiring and empowering others) aspects of leadership, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach. Throughout the conversation, they provide practical insights and strategies for leaders to effectively navigate the tension between pushing for performance and pulling for growth, ultimately leading to a more engaged and productive team.
 
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#359: Mastering the Push and Pull of Leadership

In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore the key attributes and mindsets leaders need to embrace to lead their teams to victory. They discuss the importance of taking full responsibility as a leader, especially in times of difficulty or setbacks, as this builds trust and accountability within the team. They also stress the significance of having a unified vision that is clearly communicated and understood by all team members, ensuring everyone is working towards the same goals. Furthermore, they emphasize the need for leaders to develop a winning mindset and create a culture that supports resilience and perseverance in the face of challenges.
 
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#358: How to Live Out the Law of Victory

In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley unpack the power of momentum and why it’s a game-changer for leadership and team performance. They explore how momentum starts—with a clear vision, realistic goals, and a culture of collaboration—and why leaders must protect the “spark” that sets it in motion. You’ll hear practical strategies and real-world examples to help you build, sustain, and amplify momentum, while avoiding common missteps that can bring it to a halt.
 
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#357: Stop Killing My Momentum

The term Matrix Management is used to describe an organizational structure where individuals can report to more than one leader. A team member might have a direct supervisor who they ultimately report to, but also have dotted line reporting to another leader or leaders depending on the projects where this employee is assigned. There are pros and cons to a matrix system, but for any leader tasked with leading a cross-functional team in a matrix organization, there are some best practice ideas to ensure project success.

#226: How to Lead a Team In a Matrix Organization

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