I define self-control, in the beginning of life, as the choice of achieving what I really want by doing things I really… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
God has never given anybody a dream that He did not want that person to fulfill. — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
What most people really want is to be listened to, respected, and understood. — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
Motivation gets you going, but discipline keeps you growing. That's the Law of Consistency. It doesn't matter how talented you are. It… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
Question for God every morning: What is the main event today? What do you want me to focus on today? — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
If you want to help others and become a person of influence, keep smiling, sharing, giving, and turning the other cheek. — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
Every new level of growth we hope to experience as leaders calls for a new level of change. You cannot have one… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
If you want to be positive, upbeat, and passionate, you need to take responsibility for being that way. — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
If you want to do a few small things right, do them yourself. If you want to do great things and make… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
When you are influential and highly respected, people tend to tell you what you want to hear, not what you need to… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
Competence goes beyond words. It's the leader's ability to say it, plan it, and do it in such a way that others… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
A lot of people believe they are successful because they have everything they want. They have added value to themselves. But I… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
When we are foolish, we want to conquer the world. When we are wise, we want to conquer ourselves. That begins when… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
If you want to make a positive impact, no matter how far-reaching, start at home. Treat your family members like treasures. — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
Most people want to avoid pain, and discipline is usually painful. — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
There are two kinds of people in this world: those who want to get things done, and those who don't want to… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
The difference between where we are and where we want to be is created by the changes we are willing to make… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
In most cases, those who want power probably shouldn't have it, those who enjoy it probably do so for the wrong reasons,… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
We have many years to eat and sleep, but how many years do we have to make a difference in the lives… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
For the person trying to do everything alone, the game really is over. If you want to do something big, you must… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
If you can become the leader you ought to be on the inside, you will be able to become the person you… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
The truth is that you can spend your life any way you want, but you can spend it only once. — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
Some people want everything to be perfect before they're willing to commit... But commitment always precedes achievement. — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
The $50 note trick - ask who wants it even after stomping on it - moral is, no matter what we do… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
People today are desperate for leaders, but they want to be influenced only by individuals they can trust, persons of good character. — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
“Why do so many people do nothing? I think it’s because most of us look at the evils and injustice around us, and we… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
Goals not only help you develop initial motivation by making your dreams obtainable, but they also help you continue to be motivated and that… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
Vision is a picture of a desired future; a picture of something that I don't possess right now, but it is something I want… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
If you want to make your mother happy, talk to her. If you want to make your father happy, listen. — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
Passion gives you an advantage over others, because one person with passion is greater than ninety-nine who have only an interest! — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
I thought if I was open and honest, it would help the reader to get open and honest, and they also would realize sometimes… — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
A person who has a dream knows what he is willing to give up in order to go up. — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
The bottom line on attitude is that a good one helps to increase your possibilities. Pessimists usually get what they expect. So do optimists. — John C. Maxwell Copy Share Image
