Every person has a longing to be significant, to make a contribution, to be a part of something noble and purposeful.

— John C. Maxwell

Everything rises and falls on leadership.

— John C. Maxwell

Experience alone isn’t a good enough teacher – evaluated experience is.

— John C. Maxwell

Failed plans should not be interpreted as a failed vision. Visions don't change, they are only refined. Plans rarely stay the same, and are scrapped or adjusted as needed. Be stubborn about the vision, but flexible with your plan.

— John C. Maxwell

Family and friendships are two of the greatest facilitators of happiness.

— John C. Maxwell

For more than a decade, I led an organization that put on an elaborate Christmas program each December. It was a big production, with over 250 people participating in more than 20 performances. By the end of the season, everyone who participated was exhausted.

— John C. Maxwell

Good leaders must communicate vision clearly, creatively, and continually. However, the vision doesn't come alive until the leader models it.

— John C. Maxwell

Growth is the great separator between those who succeed and those who do not. When I see a person beginning to separate themselves from the pack, it's almost always due to personal growth.

— John C. Maxwell

Happiness simply cannot be relied upon as a measure of success.

— John C. Maxwell

He that thinkers he leader and hath no one following him is only taking a walk.

— John C. Maxwell