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John Maxwell

Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast

In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore how leaders can identify and cultivate the potential in their team members. They discuss the importance of having the right mindset and seeing people as valuable assets to develop, rather than just means to an end. The hosts also share practical strategies for encouraging and nurturing growth, such as providing opportunities that stretch people beyond their comfort zones and offering specific, authentic encouragement. Throughout the episode, they stress the significance of tailoring the development approach to each individual and creating clear pathways for growth within the organization.
 
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#369: How Leaders Develop the Potential of Others

In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore the evolution of servant leadership and its increasing relevance in today's business landscape. They discuss how servant leadership now prioritizes emotional resilience, empowering team members, and leveraging technology to create personal connections at scale. They also emphasize the importance of connecting daily work to a greater purpose, which is especially crucial for engaging younger generations in the workforce. Additionally, they highlight that true servant leadership begins with taking care of oneself to effectively serve and lead others.
 
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#368: The Evolution of Servant Leadership

Perry Holley and Chris Goede stress the need for organizations to intentionally develop their leadership pipeline before promotions. They advise identifying emerging leaders by competencies—not just technical skills—and offering stretch assignments, mentoring, and shadowing to build influence early. They also recommend separate tracks for technical and leadership growth and celebrating when leaders apply what they've learned to reinforce a culture of development.
 
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#367: Soloist to Conductor – What's the Organization to Do?

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?

Do you book every minute of your day? Do you have time to think, reflect, and renew? Today, Chris and Perry talk about how you can find and create margin to increase your value to you team, organization, and your family.

#148 – Questions Leaders Ask To Find Or Create Margin In Their Life

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